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[Scubatooth]

Quite a range! Nice to read. I think it is important to have a general "get up and go" attitude whatever your age/fitness levels. Also the fitter you are, the better you are on air. FAct.

I do work out but I am defiantely a more out door-sey kind of person, but living in a citry in the Middle East does limit your options during the week.
As an expat you have a different mentality towards sport as you are not "home" and sport takes on a more social element.

I did venture out to the shooting range here - I can see the skill required, but can't quite see the "sport/fitness" element to shooting - can anyone on the board maybe convince me otherwise as I am I am quite good - my first 25 rounds after 11 years:

I will admit i shot competition air rifle and .22 when i was younger and that was static shooting, but still took a lot to compete at a high level, but not alot physically.

Well it depends on the competition if its a a static shooting competition(.22 10m 3 stance) the only strength you need is in the arms and finger, but if its a biathlon, speed steel, 3 gun match or others where you have to run and gun some fitness is a good idea.

[Landlocked Dive Nut]

.....and the sprints due to the slithery critters that definately jack the heart rate

or running away from little piggies?

[Scubatooth]

snake + 12 ga shotgun = no problem.

[Divegirl412]

Apart from regular gym stuff, I go to a boxing club. It's a great workout!!! Need to stop fearing the cold water and start kayaking again!!!

[Capn Jack]

I can see the skill required, but can't quite see the "sport/fitness" element to shooting - can anyone on the board maybe convince me otherwise as I am I am quite good - my first 25 rounds after 11 years:

1. The slower your pulse, the more time you have to shoot between beats
2. The stronger your arm, shoulder and core, the longer you can hold a good off-hand position
3. The stronger your hand, the better you can recover from the recoil of a decent sized weapon (Rule #2, never bring a handgun to a gunfight whose caliber does not begin with a FOUR) and get round #2, 3 thru "N" into center mass - "N" being the number of bullets your weapon holds

[weescot]

Apart from regular gym stuff, I go to a boxing club. It's a great workout!!! Need to stop fearing the cold water and start kayaking again!!!

Actually - thats a great idea Rosa - there is kayaking in the mangroves around Abu Dhabi. I had forgotten about that! Bit hot at the moment.

CApt Jack - just seen your reply. Thanks. Explains why I get a sore arm during shooting.

Whilst seartching for some inspiration I found this website detailing the lesser known quintessential British sports. Number 6 might raise a few eyebrows re UK/US language differences :-)

http://factoidz.com/...h-sports-games/

Edited by weescot, 27 July 2010 - 10:16 PM.

[Scubatooth]

I can see the skill required, but can't quite see the "sport/fitness" element to shooting - can anyone on the board maybe convince me otherwise as I am I am quite good - my first 25 rounds after 11 years:

1. The slower your pulse, the more time you have to shoot between beats
2. The stronger your arm, shoulder and core, the longer you can hold a good off-hand position
3. The stronger your hand, the better you can recover from the recoil of a decent sized weapon (Rule #2, never bring a handgun to a gunfight whose caliber does not begin with a FOUR) and get round #2, 3 thru "N" into center mass - "N" being the number of bullets your weapon holds

That pretty much sums up how to keep things constant , plus smooth trigger control. Two to center mass, One to the head, that should take care of things as one 45acp should stop them.

Whats wrong dont like 9 mm or .357sig? I know im just yanking your chain. 45acp is my round of choice in a 1911, G30, or P220 frame

[Landlocked Dive Nut]

Whilst seartching for some inspiration I found this website detailing the lesser known quintessential British sports. Number 6 might raise a few eyebrows re UK/US language differences :-)

http://factoidz.com/...h-sports-games/

They showed dyke jumping on The Amazing Race a couple of seasons ago...it was hilarious to watch contestants land in the dyke, then try to claw their way out on the muddy, steep banks to try again.

[drbill]

Other than diving, the only "sport" I am involved in is chasing lovely ladies. It gets me plenty of exercise because all of them run much faster than I do.

[peterbj7]

Other than diving, the only "sport" I am involved in is chasing lovely ladies. It gets me plenty of exercise because all of them run much faster than I do.

I thought you'd stopped doing that now?


As to shooting, I also used to shoot but don't consider it a sport in this sense. In my British Army unit I was best pistol shot two years running. Wouldn't even know how to strip one down now.

[ScubaHawk]

Apart from regular gym stuff, I go to a boxing club.

Hmmmm note to self... be careful when smarting off to Sis next time.....

[weescot]

Other than diving, the only "sport" I am involved in is chasing lovely ladies. It gets me plenty of exercise because all of them run much faster than I do.

I thought you'd stopped doing that now?


As to shooting, I also used to shoot but don't consider it a sport in this sense. In my British Army unit I was best pistol shot two years running. Wouldn't even know how to strip one down now.

I don't think men ever give that up - it is just the style and pace that changes!

[Divegirl412]

Apart from regular gym stuff, I go to a boxing club.

Hmmmm note to self... be careful when smarting off to Sis next time.....

LOL, big bro. Luckily for you, I would have to reach up quite a way to knock you out (even with my "over the head punches"). I think you are safe!!!

[H2Oaddict]

Wow, lot's of fun stuff to do. Local - work out a few times a week, roller blade and water ski when I get the chance. For travel, head to the mountains and hike. In the winter go play in the snow and do a little skiing and eventually try some ice diving. Of course these are things to do when I can't dive :-).