One Hour of Scrapping = 5 Hours in the Gym

Is it just me or is anyone else developing a muscle-man physique from scrapping. At this time of the year scrapping is at its peak and hitting the gym is not a big priority. However, I have noticed I don't need barbells when there are microwaves, tvs, fridges, stoves, etc. By the way, it's probably a good idea to use proper lifting technique to save the wear and tear on your back. I primarily sleep on a hard surface to stabilize and align back muscles. What other health tips can you point to from scrapping?

I have noticed that things have started to feel like they weigh less.

Yep. I moved 1854 lbs of scrap metal Sun/Mon which equals 4 loadings/offloadings and included furnaces and stoves I lifted by hand into my truck. I have no problem with them any more like i did when I first started out as a weakling lol. my arm muscles are pretty good now and even my doctor said I look strong lol.

Moving scrap is a great workout, its good clean work, heavy work and keeps you in shape for sure.

Lol, now - I even overthrow stuff into the bin at the scrap yard not realizing I'm stronger than I think I am. ''Dangit, now I gotta go to the back of the bin and pick up that grill I just toss over the backside''

I lost a lot of weight since starting scrapping and m keeping it off, even in the winter when you tend to be more couch potato and I dont huff and puff when lifting scrap into the truck or unloading. My blood pressure also seems to be down which is good too.

Originally Posted by newattitude

Yep. I moved 1854 lbs of scrap metal Sun/Mon which equals 4 loadings/offloadings and included furnaces and stoves I lifted by hand into my truck. I have no problem with them any more like i did when I first started out as a weakling lol. my arm muscles are pretty good now and even my doctor said I look strong lol.

Moving scrap is a great workout, its good clean work, heavy work and keeps you in shape for sure.

Lol, now - I even overthrow stuff into the bin at the scrap yard not realizing I'm stronger than I think I am. ''Dangit, now I gotta go to the back of the bin and pick up that grill I just toss over the backside''

I lost a lot of weight since starting scrapping and m keeping it off, even in the winter when you tend to be more couch potato and I dont huff and puff when lifting scrap into the truck or unloading. My blood pressure also seems to be down which is good too.

Wow, that is freakin awesome man. All you need to have is a great diet and you are at the top of the food chain.

In away you're right, but understand this. Our bodies are like a finely tuned self sustainable machine. As result, if we want ultimate power output we must supply it with optimum fuel aka food. I want to be able to scrap for a long time, so I am willing to do all I can to be my physical best all the time. I'm just freakin happy with these monster guns I'm walking around with I called arms. Heck, even dudes walking with their woman are looking at me. I know some of these ladies would love to get a handful. My wife is loving it.

Originally Posted by Sirscrapalot

Excellent advice here folks. Like NA...I don't bother with some freaky diet..I eat what I want, but i also burn it off while out working, or walking, or whatever. An I drink a lot of beer, eat red meat like it's going out of style, and I love my bread, an I will punch anyone in the nose who tries to take it away!

The key is to move in my opinion. If all you do is sit..don't be surprised when the weight doesn't come off. More people should realize this an we wouldn't have silly fab diets like atkins, etc. When I worked for Borders Books & Music, we'd have people come in, monthly an pick up that new "OMG BURN THE FAT AWAY BY EATING THIS WAY!" only thing they ended up losing was their money.

I'm beyond caring if I have 24 inch guns..I'm not a wrestler or NFL player. haha! More power to those that do tho, just not my thing. I will say one thing, while I may not have huge arms..I'm toned, an thats good enough for me. I also have a 6 pack..every night../zing!

Enjoyable thread, thank you TheRecycler. Useful info all around.

Sirscrapalot - Scrapalotmania running wild all over YOU!

Dude, you're crazy.

Originally Posted by newattitude

Another *tip* coming from scrapping - with the amount of times i wash my hands during scrapping, I'm like totally anal at the stores with the germ swipes too.

i haven't really been sick much since scrapping, I think the physical activity and amount of outdoor work has shortened colds to almost none existent as well as flu bugs.

the sweating and runny noses during flu/cold season has kept those at bay.

Come to think of it, I haven't been sick in forever. That's awesome it's scrapping and keeping busy.

Originally Posted by Sirscrapalot

Your just figuring this out? Seriously? LOL. Sanity is highly over rated.

I do my thing, other do theirs..everyone is happy, ya know? Life is just to short. Call me crazy, insane, etc. Either way..I enjoy life to the fullest my friend.

An at the end of the day, that's what it's all about. Being happy, an healthy. I do both just fine. At lest my doc tells me I'm healthy, I'll take his word over the rest of society. I'm not over weight, I don't have a high BP, or any other medical issues so I'll continue to enjoy my drinks, food, an life.

Sirscrapalot - Sanity calms, but madness is more interesting. - John Russell

When I grow up, I want be just like you.

Originally Posted by Sirscrapalot

I also have a 6 pack..every night../zing!

I can see you've been working out Sirscrapalot.

Originally Posted by newattitude

Yep. I moved 1854 lbs of scrap metal Sun/Mon which equals 4 loadings/offloadings and included furnaces and stoves I lifted by hand into my truck. I have no problem with them any more like i did when I first started out as a weakling lol. my arm muscles are pretty good now and even my doctor said I look strong lol.

Moving scrap is a great workout, its good clean work, heavy work and keeps you in shape for sure.

Lol, now - I even overthrow stuff into the bin at the scrap yard not realizing I'm stronger than I think I am. ''Dangit, now I gotta go to the back of the bin and pick up that grill I just toss over the backside''

I lost a lot of weight since starting scrapping and m keeping it off, even in the winter when you tend to be more couch potato and I dont huff and puff when lifting scrap into the truck or unloading. My blood pressure also seems to be down which is good too.

Wow, that is freakin awesome man. All you need to have is a great diet and you are at the top of the food chain.

Recycler, If you've been reading any of the posts of NewA, I'm sure you know by know that "she" is a woman scrapper. lol