Samson's Flow Posted February 24, 2016 Report Share Posted February 24, 2016 I have a tough time doing enough physical labor to make that work. That being said, I was starting to put on some muscle over the summer when I planted at least 20 shrubs and whatnot (in the crazy rocky soil in my yard), de-thatched the lawn by hand, and then wrestled the gas lawn aerator. Only down side is I was eating a ton too. Don't get me wrong, it is mostly the volleyball leagues twice a week, but when I demoed the whole back half of my house and redid the kitchen and dining room, I definitely felt much stronger than pre-remodel. Not saying it works for everyone, just that I know I can't get excited or motivated enough to do the traditional gym workout. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattPie Posted February 24, 2016 Report Share Posted February 24, 2016 Don't get me wrong, it is mostly the volleyball leagues twice a week, but when I demoed the whole back half of my house and redid the kitchen and dining room, I definitely felt much stronger than pre-remodel. Not saying it works for everyone, just that I know I can't get excited or motivated enough to do the traditional gym workout. I feel you, I'm only doing one vball night per week right now, I'd like to do two but I'm too out of shape for that. My feet and knees hated me the last few years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eleven Posted February 24, 2016 Report Share Posted February 24, 2016 (edited) Don't get me wrong, it is mostly the volleyball leagues twice a week, but when I demoed the whole back half of my house and redid the kitchen and dining room, I definitely felt much stronger than pre-remodel. Not saying it works for everyone, just that I know I can't get excited or motivated enough to do the traditional gym workout. Glad you brought up volleyball. I'm looking for a league this summer. It's been ten years since I've played, so I'd want to start over at beginner level. Any ideas? Edited February 24, 2016 by Eleven Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weave Posted February 24, 2016 Report Share Posted February 24, 2016 Glad you brought up volleyball. I'm looking for a league this summer. It's been ten years since I've played, so I'd want to start over at beginner level. Any ideas? Platform court shoes? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eleven Posted February 24, 2016 Report Share Posted February 24, 2016 Platform court shoes? I can jump well enough to spike/dink/block, mofo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weave Posted February 24, 2016 Report Share Posted February 24, 2016 I can jump well enough to spike/dink/block, mofo. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PASabreFan Posted February 24, 2016 Report Share Posted February 24, 2016 I can jump well enough to spike/dink/block, mofo. Eleven's volleyball porn name is Peter Dinkage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spndnchz Posted February 25, 2016 Report Share Posted February 25, 2016 Glad you brought up volleyball. I'm looking for a league this summer. It's been ten years since I've played, so I'd want to start over at beginner level. Any ideas? Look for Community Education at your local school. That's where I started. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eleven Posted February 25, 2016 Report Share Posted February 25, 2016 Look for Community Education at your local school. That's where I started. I'm in Buffalo. I don't think we have that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spndnchz Posted February 25, 2016 Report Share Posted February 25, 2016 I'm in Buffalo. I don't think we have that. Then YMCA? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sabres Fan in NS Posted February 25, 2016 Report Share Posted February 25, 2016 Then YMCA? Yep. You made me do it ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samson's Flow Posted February 25, 2016 Report Share Posted February 25, 2016 Glad you brought up volleyball. I'm looking for a league this summer. It's been ten years since I've played, so I'd want to start over at beginner level. Any ideas? There are tons of leagues in the Buffalo area. Are you able to get together 5 other guys that are of similar skill to yourself? If so I can refer you to plenty of leagues based on your location. Were you looking for indoor court or outdoor beach? If you can't find other people willing to make the commitment to a league, there are pick up games at the YMCA's and random school gyms that you can try to get your feet wet. Feel free to PM if you want more detail. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eleven Posted February 26, 2016 Report Share Posted February 26, 2016 There are tons of leagues in the Buffalo area. Are you able to get together 5 other guys that are of similar skill to yourself? If so I can refer you to plenty of leagues based on your location. Were you looking for indoor court or outdoor beach? If you can't find other people willing to make the commitment to a league, there are pick up games at the YMCA's and random school gyms that you can try to get your feet wet. Feel free to PM if you want more detail. I'm definitely looking for something outdoors, does not have to be men only, but I would want to be assigned to a team. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samson's Flow Posted February 26, 2016 Report Share Posted February 26, 2016 I'm definitely looking for something outdoors, does not have to be men only, but I would want to be assigned to a team. What area of Buffalo are you in? (northtowns/southtowns) I can give you some places and contact info if you like. From there you can offer to join a team or something. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dEnnis the Menace Posted February 26, 2016 Report Share Posted February 26, 2016 Agree with this. When you're at home your wife is likely going to need help for the first two years. I get an hour lunch so I max my gym time then. Sucks having to shower at the gym and go back a bit sweaty but you won't feel guilty for not helping with the twins. Do the long lunch. I bet that'll be easier to make a routine out of. Probably going to follow this advice. Just found out Wednesday that I had bronchitis...again. Sucks because I was really hitting my groove with my new routine. my doctor knows this and told me no physical activity for at least 2 weeks. Gah! :censored: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eleven Posted February 26, 2016 Report Share Posted February 26, 2016 What area of Buffalo are you in? (northtowns/southtowns) I can give you some places and contact info if you like. From there you can offer to join a team or something. Delaware District. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darksabre Posted February 26, 2016 Author Report Share Posted February 26, 2016 What area of Buffalo are you in? (northtowns/southtowns) I can give you some places and contact info if you like. From there you can offer to join a team or something. Just to note, this is what WNY looks like to Eleven: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dEnnis the Menace Posted February 26, 2016 Report Share Posted February 26, 2016 Just to note, this is what WNY looks like to Eleven: eleven.JPG :lol: :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eleven Posted February 26, 2016 Report Share Posted February 26, 2016 Just to note, this is what WNY looks like to Eleven: eleven.JPG Pretty close! Anything north of Hertel or south of the Arena, and I'm screwed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PASabreFan Posted February 26, 2016 Report Share Posted February 26, 2016 Just to note, this is what WNY looks like to Eleven: eleven.JPG I think that gave ME bronchitis. Oh the phlegm. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrueBlueGED Posted February 26, 2016 Report Share Posted February 26, 2016 Just to note, this is what WNY looks like to Eleven: eleven.JPG This is why we keep you around :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SwampD Posted February 27, 2016 Report Share Posted February 27, 2016 Just to note, this is what WNY looks like to Eleven: eleven.JPG Absolutely awesome. :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brawndo Posted February 27, 2016 Report Share Posted February 27, 2016 ...a cycle party bus? Good lord I wish I knew that existed when I was down there. True you probably know about this already, but there is one in WNY as well http://www.buffalopedaltours.com/gallery/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattPie Posted February 27, 2016 Report Share Posted February 27, 2016 Delaware District. You might check meetup too. There are a few weekly pick-up meetups in this area and if you're OK and social I'm sure you could parlay that into finding a spot on someone's team that needs a body. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doohickie Posted March 1, 2016 Report Share Posted March 1, 2016 (edited) Are you getting bored by my bike rides yet? It was a pretty good weekend. 40 miles on the Breakfast Ride on Saturday, THIS is why we ride! And this is what I rode. Sunday I did 28 miles on my fixed gear bike,I rode over to Lake Benbrook. You can see it reflecting just past the ridge. This is where the river trail goes under a bridge. Off in the distance is a building under construction. Edited March 1, 2016 by Robin Egg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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