British Military Fitness
Discussion
Anyone do it?
I went along for my first session last night and it was great. I get bored easily in the gym so it was the perfect compromise. A varied and challenging routine that's outdoors with loads of people.
There were varying levels of ability, but as a newbie, I had to start at beginner level. All this meant was that you do slightly less running than the intermediate/advanced groups.
Basically, you go for a warmup as a whole group (there were about 50 of us) some running, lunges, squats etc. Then we got split up into 3 smaller groups (with a mix of beginners/inter/advanced) and did routines with an instructor.
Overall, highly recommended. If anyone is thinking about trying it out, the first session is free!
I went along for my first session last night and it was great. I get bored easily in the gym so it was the perfect compromise. A varied and challenging routine that's outdoors with loads of people.
There were varying levels of ability, but as a newbie, I had to start at beginner level. All this meant was that you do slightly less running than the intermediate/advanced groups.
Basically, you go for a warmup as a whole group (there were about 50 of us) some running, lunges, squats etc. Then we got split up into 3 smaller groups (with a mix of beginners/inter/advanced) and did routines with an instructor.
Overall, highly recommended. If anyone is thinking about trying it out, the first session is free!
As I'm still in the military, this is pretty much my lunchtime training.
In fairness, I do work harder when training alongside others and when there's a PTI calling the shots and 'encouraging' you to work harder.
Advantages of military circuits is that they do warm you up gradually but efficiently and they do stretch you afterwards, so you're increasing your flexibility as well as getting fitter. Normally do 3 sets of circuits at 20 seconds per stance, 30 seconds and then usually 20 seconds, with 30 seconds rest between each set. There's normally about 12 stances per set. We also do an overload after all 3 sets, which can be gridsprints or an abs or pressup overload.
Takes just short of an hour from start to finish.
In fairness, I do work harder when training alongside others and when there's a PTI calling the shots and 'encouraging' you to work harder.
Advantages of military circuits is that they do warm you up gradually but efficiently and they do stretch you afterwards, so you're increasing your flexibility as well as getting fitter. Normally do 3 sets of circuits at 20 seconds per stance, 30 seconds and then usually 20 seconds, with 30 seconds rest between each set. There's normally about 12 stances per set. We also do an overload after all 3 sets, which can be gridsprints or an abs or pressup overload.
Takes just short of an hour from start to finish.
That's exactly what we did. The guys did say it was based on core military training so, if it's good enough for you guys, it's good enough for me!
I particularly liked the instructor shouting at me to go harder and faster. Sometimes I need a kick up the ass to get into gear.
Plus, I didnt like getting beaten by anybody so you can see the competitive streak coming out in some people. Makes it all the more interesting!
I particularly liked the instructor shouting at me to go harder and faster. Sometimes I need a kick up the ass to get into gear.
Plus, I didnt like getting beaten by anybody so you can see the competitive streak coming out in some people. Makes it all the more interesting!
I have done BMF since 2006 and it made one hell of a differencce at the beginning. After a while though, you will simply be limited by how much training you can fit in one week. It will make you fitter, but not strong compared to gym.
You also have to watch out for some of the stupid exercises some instructors get you to do, like shoulder pressing your own bodyweight (handstand then press). F-ing stupid for most people.
Wear decent trainers, indeally not road running trainers (see Inov-8) and watch out for injuries from runnning on uneven ground.
Im my experience, it is the individual instructor that makes all the difference, and there are BIG differences between instructors.
edited for spelling.
You also have to watch out for some of the stupid exercises some instructors get you to do, like shoulder pressing your own bodyweight (handstand then press). F-ing stupid for most people.
Wear decent trainers, indeally not road running trainers (see Inov-8) and watch out for injuries from runnning on uneven ground.
Im my experience, it is the individual instructor that makes all the difference, and there are BIG differences between instructors.
edited for spelling.
Bit of a thread resurrection,
Just started this last week in Hyde Park, it is pretty hard (for an unfit f
ker like me) but strangely rewarding. A nice complement to gym work as well! Only done two classes so far, all i can fit in the week, but completely different style classes. One revolving more around running, and another around core work.
Seems ok so far...
Just started this last week in Hyde Park, it is pretty hard (for an unfit f
ker like me) but strangely rewarding. A nice complement to gym work as well! Only done two classes so far, all i can fit in the week, but completely different style classes. One revolving more around running, and another around core work. Seems ok so far...
Big Raff said:
Bit of a thread resurrection,
Just started this last week in Hyde Park, it is pretty hard (for an unfit fker like me) but strangely rewarding. A nice complement to gym work as well! Only done two classes so far, all i can fit in the week, but completely different style classes. One revolving more around running, and another around core work.
Seems ok so far...
How much running was there? I'm hoping it's shuttle runs and not a run round the park type run (at least for the first few weeks!)!Just started this last week in Hyde Park, it is pretty hard (for an unfit f
ker like me) but strangely rewarding. A nice complement to gym work as well! Only done two classes so far, all i can fit in the week, but completely different style classes. One revolving more around running, and another around core work. Seems ok so far...
Ian Lancs said:
How much running was there? I'm hoping it's shuttle runs and not a run round the park type run (at least for the first few weeks!)!
It is more shuttles but they get longer after each set (usually have press ups or sit ups involved). I am not a massive fan of running...probably why I need to do it 
The first session is free as well, just bring your form and if you like ti, and sign up then and there (for the £50 unlimited class option) they waiver the £35 iirc joining fee. It is actually quite affordable and if you really wanted to you could probably do up to 10 sessions a week...if you really wanted to that is!
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