Roofing and Training

StoryOfTheYear · Apr 25, 2008

So I just recently started this job roofing houses. It's very crucial work! Anyways I took a couple weeks off from the gym so I could adapt to the type of work I'd be doing and keep from overworking myself. I've been back in the gym for a couple weeks now, and to my surprise, I haven't lost any strength really and I'm a bit leaner(I've came down 5lbs.). I was curious as to when you guys would fit in legs if you were doing this kind of work? I mean, I get a really good leg workout at work, but it's repititious lifting of lighter weight. Also, I'm loving being a lot leaner. The only problem is the work is going to start slowing down dramatically this coming week, and I'm no sure how consistent it will be after that. To keep this leaner look should I just throw in cardio in the mornings that I'm not working? What are you guy's opinions? Thanks -StOrY

swinton135 · May 14, 2008

I'm in the same line of work.I also train mma 5 days a week. I would train light weight high reps if that is what is working for you at work

StoryOfTheYear · May 14, 2008

Woooooow!! That's pretty crucial! MMA five nights a week too? Roofing is kinda(not really, but just a tad) fun once you figure out how to lift everything correctly!! I actually like deadlifting bundles of shingles all day! It's not so bad.

-StOrY