Getting ready for PP?

[Savage Pumpkin]

As all of us Progpower veterans know, Progpower is a workout. Not only for the senses but physically. Those of us that do the "tourist thing" and/or drink know that fact better than others. So today I've started working out a bit, concentrating on aerobic/ cardio and light weights. So by the 8th of September should be in tiptop shape. How about all of you? Do you guys and girls get ready in a similiar fashion?

 

[J-Man]

Oh HELL NO!!!!! I am lucky to be able to get up in the morning.

 

[imaskinbeater]

The only thing getting a workout is my eardrums

 

[nailz]

I've been working with a personal trainer for over 2 months now, and have dropped nearly 6% of my body fat (24%-18% so far). completely unrelated to progpower, but I plan on being in better shape this year than ever.

 

[OrbWeaver]

I stand for longer periods than I might normally do. Gotta build up standing endurance.

Fortunately, since I've seen a Chiropracter, I can still stand for long periods with little to no back pain. I just have to get my feet adjusted to standing for long periods again.

 

[Pellaz]

My 'training period' for ProgPower USA this year is actually....the weekend before. I'll be at Dragon*Con, running back and forth between several hotels, standing up for most of the day.... I'm a director there, so I don't have a choice.

By the time PP rolls around two days later, I'll either be well-seasoned, or worn the fuck out.

 

[booB]

I'm just now busting out of a very long depression. You can consider that my "preparation" if you want to. Although, I'll likely be in the worst physical shape I've ever been at ProgPower. Those seats (the ones that usually hurt my ass cheeks) will be looking mighty comfy this year.

 

[Pellaz]

Those seats (the ones that usually hurt my ass cheeks) will be looking mighty comfy this year.

And now you know why I'm usually not sitting down in the venue at PP.

 

[OrbWeaver]

Am I the only PP attendee that doesn't have a problem with those chairs?

 

[thedelicateflower]

...i sit for at least one band...more than that and i get sleepy...so i just get the gel thingies for my shoes so i can be relatively comfy standing....

 

[Force10]

I stand for longer periods than I might normally do. Gotta build up standing endurance.

Fortunately, since I've seen a Chiropracter, I can still stand for long periods with little to no back pain. I just have to get my feet adjusted to standing for long periods again.

Yep, I've done that too. I've even spent time standing just while watching TV.

 

[mëtålspëd]

My only training is getting a new pair of shoes before the event.

 

[edgeofthorns]

I've never really thought about it from a "physical" perspective. I'm normally just worrying if I'm going to have enough money or not!

~Brian~

 

[MetalRose]

I'm kind of getting ready.

My new house closes today (FUCK YEAH!), so I've been a little pre-occupied with that.

Although, my corset is only half finished and I keep having dreams of hammering in grommets on the air plane to finish it.

-MetalRose

 

[Dragongrrrl]

I've been working out more lately, but just to look and feel better in general, not necessarily in preparation for PP. I got my corset, just have to figure out what to bring for the other nights. Will probably end up with at least one new pair of impractical shoes though, lol. I think this year I'm gonna check out those gel insoles for high heels and maybe give my feet a small break.
Oh, and I have no issues with the seats at the venue - much better than standing ALL night.

 

[SharkBlack]

I've been doing a few 12 Ounce Curls on the weekends... I should be in tip top shape...

 

[jaimek]

I'm kind of getting ready.
Although, my corset is only half finished and I keep having dreams of hammering in grommets on the air plane to finish it.

I've seen the tools involved - good luck getting through security!

 

[lady_space]

My new house closes today (FUCK YEAH!), so I've been a little pre-occupied with that.

Congrats!

Will probably end up with at least one new pair of impractical shoes though, lol.

Can't wait to see those... and you both! Okay, okay, and everyone else too, to be honest.

Urban and I have both been meaning to get back in better shape (been slacking off for about a month), so we started doing that this past week. Not necessarily just for PP, but it does provide a deadline and more of an impetus for me. I've always been deadline-oriented. Tentatively scheduled for some time with Tracie and maybe Su to pick out some outfits since I'm so fashion-impaired (and can't buy anything new so I have to be creative with what I've got).

 

[Dragongrrrl]

Congrats!



Can't wait to see those... and you both! Okay, okay, and everyone else too, to be honest.

Urban and I have both been meaning to get back in better shape (been slacking off for about a month), so we started doing that this past week. Not necessarily just for PP, but it does provide a deadline and more of an impetus for me. I've always been deadline-oriented. Tentatively scheduled for some time with Tracie and maybe Su to pick out some outfits since I'm so fashion-impaired (and can't buy anything new so I have to be creative with what I've got).

I'll be arriving the Sunday before PP, so we've got time to shop if you feel the need. Gonna have to find time for the traditional pre-PP mani/pedi too...

 

[Jibrille]

I'm on muscle relaxants and pain medication for my back that decided it hated me on Sunday night and didn't want to work. It shouldn't be anything that interferes with PP (although it might mean more sitting than usual) but it sucks not being able to go to the gym at all because pretty much any off balance movement causes pain to shoot through my lower back.