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Post by SasukeSprinter2.0 on Feb 14, 2016 18:16:07 GMT -5
I made this thread for myself and anyone else who has trouble training due to not having actual obstacles. I need some ideas on how to train without having replicas of obstacles or anything. I would really love to hear some ideas. All of them would be greatly appreciated!
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Post by RedHerring on Feb 14, 2016 22:12:13 GMT -5
Think about the muscles that are used on different obstacles and find exercises that would work out those muscles specifically. For example, the salmon ladder requires you to launch yourself upward in explosive movements while hanging from a bar. The motion is similar to a pull up, so you know that doing pull ups would benefit you on the salmon ladder. Then go through the progressions. If regular pull ups become easy, add weight. Once you start building some decent strength, start doing explosive pull ups to really get that motion down. You could take it even further and attempt muscle ups. Take this idea and apply it to the obstacles you think you need to focus on. Do you have access to weights? Try to lift weights regularly to get a good base of strength. Remember that many obstacles aren't just about your technique. All the technical skill in the world wont help you if you aren't strong enough in the first place. If you're really concerned about knowing how to clear certain obstacles, there's a ton of tutorial videos on youtube on the proper techniques. Watch those videos and you'll at least have a mental idea of how to tackle it.
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Post by RiderLeangle on Feb 15, 2016 0:21:40 GMT -5
This is going to sound ridiculous but it works, Playgrounds, most people see structures for kids to play on, I see a fortress of adaptability that presents many opportunities to work on your basic NW skills and even recreate movements needed for obstacles, you just got to look at things the right way.
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Post by dudesky1000 on Feb 15, 2016 10:21:30 GMT -5
+1 to Rider's suggestion. Playgrounds are perfect and it's no wonder why we see some of the best training on them time and time again. I did some of my own training at my local playground and got seriously strong before I stopped training for this and began to focus specifically on running.
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Post by Philip on Feb 15, 2016 10:22:25 GMT -5
Yeah there is no need to build your own big a** replicas lol (they are fun though!). Figuring out makeshift obstacles at playgrounds or in your own backyard is really good. Another thing is do NOT neglect balance stuff.
That being said I built my own stupid swingset thing in my backyard with 2 cliffhanger ledges and a couple cannonballs.
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Post by SasukeSprinter2.0 on Feb 15, 2016 16:08:06 GMT -5
Yeah there is no need to build your own big a** replicas lol (they are fun though!). Figuring out makeshift obstacles at playgrounds or in your own backyard is really good. Another thing is do NOT neglect balance stuff. That being said I built my own stupid swingset thing in my backyard with 2 cliffhanger ledges and a couple cannonballs. I do have some obstacles that I can train on, I just kinda had to think creatively. I actually practice the Cliffhanger on a ledge (that's 2 4/5 cm), although I'm still trying to get my arms to be able to stay at 90 degrees. I also practice the Spider Walk/ Spider Climb between two walls, obviously. I'm not the most fit guy, as I am 5'5" and I weigh 123 pounds. I'm only able to do 10 finger-pull-ups (on the same ledge I practice the cliffhanger. |
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Post by SasukeSprinter2.0 on Feb 15, 2016 16:15:06 GMT -5
This is going to sound ridiculous but it works, Playgrounds, most people see structures for kids to play on, I see a fortress of adaptability that presents many opportunities to work on your basic NW skills and even recreate movements needed for obstacles, you just got to look at things the right way. Oh no it doesn't sound ridiculous at all, I actually practice the jumping bars when I'm able to go to a playground, I can't go every day due to the fact that it's my old schools playground, and school is still in session. The thing is I'm not very good on these obstacles, I'm not sure if it's that I need to build my upper body more, or if it's because of my weight. ( I weigh 123 pounds and I'm 5'5" btw) |
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Post by Philip on Feb 15, 2016 16:48:07 GMT -5
Yeah there is no need to build your own big a** replicas lol (they are fun though!). Figuring out makeshift obstacles at playgrounds or in your own backyard is really good. Another thing is do NOT neglect balance stuff. That being said I built my own stupid swingset thing in my backyard with 2 cliffhanger ledges and a couple cannonballs. I do have some obstacles that I can train on, I just kinda had to think creatively. I actually practice the Cliffhanger on a ledge (that's 2 4/5 cm), although I'm still trying to get my arms to be able to stay at 90 degrees. I also practice the Spider Walk/ Spider Climb between two walls, obviously. I'm not the most fit guy, as I am 5'5" and I weigh 123 pounds. I'm only able to do 10 finger-pull-ups (on the same ledge I practice the cliffhanger. I don't think your weight is an issue. I'm 6'2" and 152 lbs. I think Rider is 5'8" 136, so (I might not word this correctly) it mainly has to do with progression and keeping at what you are doing. I've been training for 5 years getting to where I am now. Rider has for 9 years I think. Patience is key. |
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Post by SasukeSprinter2.0 on Feb 15, 2016 17:07:45 GMT -5
I do have some obstacles that I can train on, I just kinda had to think creatively. I actually practice the Cliffhanger on a ledge (that's 2 4/5 cm), although I'm still trying to get my arms to be able to stay at 90 degrees. I also practice the Spider Walk/ Spider Climb between two walls, obviously. I'm not the most fit guy, as I am 5'5" and I weigh 123 pounds. I'm only able to do 10 finger-pull-ups (on the same ledge I practice the cliffhanger. I don't think your weight is an issue. I'm 6'2" and 152 lbs. I think Rider is 5'8" 136, so (I might not word this correctly) it mainly has to do with progression and keeping at what you are doing. I've been training for 5 years getting to where I am now. Rider has for 9 years I think. Patience is key. Yeah I haven't been doing this kind of stuff for very long, probably about a year. I am pretty short, but I guess that does really affect my upper body strength in any negative way, (especially considering that Makoto Nagano is 5'3" and how successful he was). I'm not very strong when it comes to weightlifting and stuff, whereas I can only lift 55 lbs. So I would probably go under the walls in Sasuke like Ryo in Stage 2 XD. But I appreciate the response. |
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Post by Ben Baker on Feb 16, 2016 13:02:10 GMT -5
Think about the muscles that are used on different obstacles and find exercises that would work out those muscles specifically. For example, the salmon ladder requires you to launch yourself upward in explosive movements while hanging from a bar. The motion is similar to a pull up, so you know that doing pull ups would benefit you on the salmon ladder. Then go through the progressions. If regular pull ups become easy, add weight. Once you start building some decent strength, start doing explosive pull ups to really get that motion down. You could take it even further and attempt muscle ups. Take this idea and apply it to the obstacles you think you need to focus on. Do you have access to weights? Try to lift weights regularly to get a good base of strength. Remember that many obstacles aren't just about your technique. All the technical skill in the world wont help you if you aren't strong enough in the first place. If you're really concerned about knowing how to clear certain obstacles, there's a ton of tutorial videos on youtube on the proper techniques. Watch those videos and you'll at least have a mental idea of how to tackle it. I really agree with what he said above. I do all at home workouts. Only piece of equipment I have is a perfect pull up bar and you can do so much with it. With focusing on every muscle I need for certain. obstacles, is how I train. And with those workouts alone I can do the cliff hanger, crazy Cliffhanger, and vertical limit! I'll start posting some videos because I'm not the type of person either that wants to pay for a gym membership or equipment. You can train with just every day house hold stuff. |
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Post by Ben Baker on Feb 16, 2016 19:34:53 GMT -5
Attachment Deleted I know this looks like a little childish but these are what I workout every week. You don't have to do them all but you do want to focus on a few every night.
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Post by beeeeeees on Jun 19, 2016 23:15:51 GMT -5
Don't forget that you only need to be strong enough to hold your own body weight, so being light weight is a massive advantage. There are many people on ANW who are super strong, but really struggle on upperbody exercises because they have to carry a lot more weight, and that's especially taxing on grip strength.
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Post by SolitudeSeeker. on Jun 19, 2016 23:25:30 GMT -5
I just like to train lol. I do think obstacles are complete necessary, however. Thankfully, we all have friends and gyms we can chill with  . Personally, I used to have a lot of obstacles, but was going through a really not easy time...... .....This neighbor...... ......Any way..... I was not going through the brightest time in life, and was lost emotionally a lot, so, sadly, all the obstacles were taken down. What it taught however, was that with everything I kept trying, it.... It's more of a private personal experience, I guess. It was just something that was more personal, for me, I guess. I learned a lot about construction work and other things. Some people around my age are just too stubborn to be out of their shell. I have a lot of good friends, even if they are arrogant and annoying, but not being able to chill just bugs me for some reason. They act like they are ninety years old Master Roshi. I'll be here if anyone needs anythig This neighbor is really annoying me. |
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Post by Madze on Jun 20, 2016 14:10:16 GMT -5
This is going to sound ridiculous but it works, Playgrounds, most people see structures for kids to play on, I see a fortress of adaptability that presents many opportunities to work on your basic NW skills and even recreate movements needed for obstacles, you just got to look at things the right way. YOOOOO!!! IM NOT THE ONLY ONE!!!! So the thing is I go to the kids playground to do just that, but the looks the parents give are malicious. Its as if they are ready kill......... Me and my friend were practicing until we were told by a parent to leave because the parent beleived that was an area only "for kids". Anyways, its good to know that im joined by a Smf memeber in this practice of healthful living. |
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Post by seikusa on Jul 14, 2016 12:55:40 GMT -5
Look for a fitness trail nearby, this way you are out in the wild. And you can also do some running.
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