Author Topic: Have you been inspired by The Olympics? (Read 7691 times)

Ben_AFC · « **Reply #40 on:** August 11, 2012, 12:13:23 am »

Quote from: redbyrdz on August 10, 2012, 11:41:11 pm

Inspired? No more depressed because I'm old and unfit.

Only one of those things is who you can be next month.

Brian Blessed · « **Reply #41 on:** August 11, 2012, 02:57:14 am »

Quote from: Ben_AFC on August 11, 2012, 12:13:23 am

Only one of those things is who you can be next month.

depressed?

The 5th Benitle · « **Reply #42 on:** August 11, 2012, 09:56:33 am »

Haven't been, as yet, inspired to take up another sport but I got my first ever century in a cricket league game last Saturday and I honestly reckon the spirit shown by some of the British athletes was in my mind.

rosie · « **Reply #43 on:** August 11, 2012, 02:22:49 pm »

hit a brick wall with my masters thesis just before olympics started, but have to say that watching the determination shown by the British athletes to cross the line really gave me a big incentive to stop being such a wuss, daft I know but their no quit attitude really struck a chord with me and has helpled no end. getting this degree is my gold medal.

Sean_93 · « **Reply #44 on:** August 13, 2012, 01:02:39 pm »

Really tempted to give kayaking a go when i go to Uni in September.

Stubbins · « **Reply #45 on:** August 13, 2012, 01:18:58 pm »

Yes I have. I'm a reasonable swimmer but it's always to much of a chew on to get out and get to the pool when the adult (lanes only) session is on. But now I'm determined to get off my arse and do it. And I'm going to dust off my bike and cycle there. Sort of Phelps/Wiggins thing going on.

The 5th Benitle · « **Reply #46 on:** August 13, 2012, 01:21:21 pm »

Quote from: Stubbins on August 13, 2012, 01:18:58 pm

Yes I have. I'm a reasonable swimmer but it's always to much of a chew on to get out and get to the pool when the adult (lanes only) session is on. But now I'm determined to get off my arse and do it. And I'm going to dust off my bike and cycle there. Sort of Phelps/Wiggins thing going on.

You could emulate the Brownlees by running back home?

helmboy_nige · « **Reply #47 on:** August 13, 2012, 01:22:49 pm »

Inspired to get fit again. Used to play a lot of badminton and squash and stopped about 3 years back due to a lack of time. I've realised now that it's not so much time and more general laziness. Time to get back out there to get fit, starting with some cycling.

DanJay87 · « **Reply #48 on:** August 13, 2012, 01:32:07 pm »

This morning, i have booked a Dentist and opticians appointment, bought new shoes, got a hair cut, been on two jogs and cooked myself a bloody good lunch.

I usually would be still in bed (i'm on leave) reading all your moaning through out the morning. Olympic spirit made me do all that i'm sure of it, or it might have been George Micheal's second song

Stubbins · « **Reply #49 on:** August 13, 2012, 01:33:18 pm »

Quote from: The 5th Benitle on August 13, 2012, 01:21:21 pm

You could emulate the Brownlees by running back home?

Steady on! Mind you I'm past 50 now and my role model for getting fit and in shape is Roger Daltrey. My generation indeed.

Sean_93 · « **Reply #50 on:** August 13, 2012, 01:39:42 pm »

Quote from: Rhi on August 13, 2012, 01:22:42 pm

Do it! Kayaking is awesome. Where are you at Uni?

Stirling. I think they've got a club.

Elli · « **Reply #51 on:** August 13, 2012, 01:41:35 pm »

Yes, I have. Running is probably out, I don't think my knees will put up with it, but cycling and swimming are things I'll be returning to.

Rob K · « **Reply #52 on:** August 13, 2012, 03:14:03 pm »

Inspire a Generation?

Bastards.

kellan · « **Reply #53 on:** August 13, 2012, 03:22:13 pm »

Quote from: Rob K on August 13, 2012, 03:14:03 pm

Inspire a Generation?
Bastards.

I feel your pain. Did exactly the same myself last week and ended up in A&E getting stitched back together alongside a load of other people who had obviously had the same idea as we did and failed just as spectacularly. Whoever said you never forget how to ride a bike was wrong.

I think I'll just stick to my football. Or does it not count if you were already doing it before the Olympics started?

Lady_brandybuck · « **Reply #54 on:** August 13, 2012, 03:26:02 pm »

Quote from: Rob K on August 13, 2012, 03:14:03 pm

Inspire a Generation?

Bastards.

Rob K · « **Reply #55 on:** August 13, 2012, 03:26:54 pm »

Quote from: kellan on August 13, 2012, 03:22:13 pm

I feel your pain. Did exactly the same myself last week and ended up in A&E getting stitched back together alongside a load of other people who had obviously had the same idea as we did and failed just as spectacularly. Whoever said you never forget how to ride a bike was wrong.

Luckily all i got from that was a buised knee and hip and the realisation it's not as easy as it looks.

Keith Lard · « **Reply #56 on:** August 13, 2012, 03:29:34 pm »

Quote from: Rob K on August 13, 2012, 03:14:03 pm

Inspire a Generation?

Bastards.

Haha

blurred · « **Reply #57 on:** August 13, 2012, 07:49:54 pm »

Quote from: Rob K on August 13, 2012, 03:14:03 pm

Inspire a Generation?

Bastards.

Have they not taught you that it's not actually you that flies, it's the planes and so forth?

As for being inspired? I'll see how I feel in a few weeks.

The 5th Benitle · « **Reply #58 on:** September 29, 2012, 01:29:20 am »

So...? Have you?

Elli · « **Reply #59 on:** September 30, 2012, 08:05:55 pm »

I wish I had rewindable telly. Kevin McCloud just said something brilliant but I didn't catch it verbatim, due to being in the middle of writing something much less brilliant into an essay.

It went along the lines of, "People get hung up on going off and having enormous adventures. I think it's possible to have equally exciting little adventures, right outside your comfort zone, every weekend." Anyone watching C4 who can save me a trawl through the repeat?

I think that's what I'm aiming for. Little changes, pushing myself, not making grandiose claims and trying to take on too much all at once. A mini adventure every weekend - something new, outside my comfort zone (not involving turning a safe into a stove though, probably).

/Rambling.

dave 5516 · « **Reply #60 on:** September 30, 2012, 08:10:34 pm »

Quote from: Rob K on August 13, 2012, 03:14:03 pm

Inspire a Generation?

Bastards.

That's not the place for a nap Rob.

dave 5516 · « **Reply #61 on:** September 30, 2012, 08:42:43 pm »

Quote from: Elli on September 30, 2012, 08:05:55 pm

I wish I had rewindable telly. Kevin McCloud just said something brilliant but I didn't catch it verbatim, due to being in the middle of writing something much less brilliant into an essay.

It went along the lines of, "People get hung up on going off and having enormous adventures. I think it's possible to have equally exciting little adventures, right outside your comfort zone, every weekend." Anyone watching C4 who can save me a trawl through the repeat?

I think that's what I'm aiming for. Little changes, pushing myself, not making grandiose claims and trying to take on too much all at once. A mini adventure every weekend - something new, outside my comfort zone (not involving turning a safe into a stove though, probably).

/Rambling.

I went wild camping a fortnight ago.Took my tent on a week long bike ride,pitched my tent wherever I felt like and rode 100 mile's a day on average.Try some wild camping,it's fun.Even better when it involve's a bike ride too.

Elli · « **Reply #62 on:** September 30, 2012, 08:43:54 pm »

Been wild camping; you're right it is fun. Need to buy a bike. And probably a bike rack.

dave 5516 · « **Reply #63 on:** September 30, 2012, 08:49:16 pm »

Quote from: Elli on September 30, 2012, 08:43:54 pm

Been wild camping; you're right it is fun. Need to buy a bike. And probably a bike rack.

A rack is a must.You don't want any weight on your back whilst your riding.

Elli · « **Reply #64 on:** September 30, 2012, 09:11:25 pm »

I meant for the car, rather than having to cycle all the way to Wales from here

but yes, you're right.

dave 5516 · « **Reply #65 on:** September 30, 2012, 09:14:02 pm »

Quote from: Elli on September 30, 2012, 09:11:25 pm

I meant for the car, rather than having to cycle all the way to the Lakes from here but yes, you're right.

Unless here is on the continent Elli that's lazy.