training tips?

[dcgozzler]

I have finally found an american KB class in my area and plan to enroll in the coming months. One condition: I am going to lose 25 lbs first (i'm 6'2", 255 - fat bastard), so I have a little prep time. I've been doing a lot of bag work at home - I bought a very old instructional video and have gleaned a few things from there.

I am after any beginner advice - Any comments will be appreciated. What should I be doing to specifically get ready for the class (more cardio, ab work, varied stretching, etc.)? Also, if you know of a good beginner video that would be nice too. Anything you can think of that you remember from your early years.

Thanks in advance.

[pittbulldog]

[QUOTE=dcgozzler] What should I be doing to specifically get ready for the class (more cardio, ab work, varied stretching, etc.)? [\QUOTE]

Yes. Start jogging. If you haven't been jogging up to this point, start slow, but ideally you want to be up to about 5 days a week. Also, stretching is good. I've heard yoga works pretty well also. If you want to lose the lbs., make sure you are eating well. Cut out a lot of the carbs (the starchy ones), and don't eat junk food.

[dcgozzler]

thanks PitBull. I've been jogging, doing lots of ab work, and obviously doing basic punch/kick combos on the bag. Sounds like I should add more stretching. I may give the yoga a shot. I appreciate your input.

[welshboygreg]

To be brutally honest I doubt you need to do much work prior to going to training. I mean thats what its all about really, training. Thats what will get you best in shape in a faster time. Although its not a bad idea if you planning on jumping straight into learning techniques more quickly without the extra bit of weight slowing you down.

[dcgozzler]

Thanks WelshBG. I am using the class as an incentive to lose the weight. I think any new endeavor will begin better with a little less beer gut. I plan to enhance my stretching so that my old a$$ isn't crippled after the first week (I am 35). Your point is very valid - just like swimming, biking, etc.. - nothing gets you into "specific activity" shape like that specific activity. Thanks for the input.

[welshboygreg]

Yeah best of luck then. KB would really sort your body out, it will turn all the excess fat into muscle and you will be ripped in no time.

[Jay Singdam]

cut out all the beer,start swimming, less stress on the knee joints etc + it's a good stretching exercise and the water is supporting you. hope that helps

[dcgozzler]

thanks Jay. I've cut down on the brew for sure, and the swimming is a good idea, even if for nothing other than an occasional cross training activity.