Edmond Smith Posted March 9, 2011 Report Share Posted March 9, 2011 I'm wondering, what kind of workout or exercise should I consider/should be doing, so I don't end up hurting myself during a shoot? Right now I looked like a shaved bird so that kinda just leaves me to on set recording and post. Any tips? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin Sorensen Posted March 10, 2011 Report Share Posted March 10, 2011 I recomend getting into Yoga. Its very good for you. Go to a yoga place or YMCA classes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark LeBlanc Posted March 10, 2011 Report Share Posted March 10, 2011 I run everyday when not on set. Crunches, Push-ups, jump rope and light weights. Good for those long ENG / Reality show days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bondelev Posted March 10, 2011 Report Share Posted March 10, 2011 Get a stationary bicycle or an elliptical. You can get a lot done while working out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old school Posted March 10, 2011 Report Share Posted March 10, 2011 Play a lot of freestyle frisbee and learn to body surf. That should build up your Zen mussels. The rest is on the job training. I have heard of people using a pole w a flashlight on the end of it to get into the concept of booming w a mic n its pattern. I also know someone who booms dialog on old movies as he watched. All exercise, whether it be physical or mental or both, is good IMO. Have fun. CrewC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael McQueen Posted March 10, 2011 Report Share Posted March 10, 2011 riding a real bike, its just awesome. and then some push ups and sit ups. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Toline Posted March 10, 2011 Report Share Posted March 10, 2011 Play a lot of freestyle frisbee and learn to body surf. That should build up your Zen mussels. The rest is on the job training. I have heard of people using a pole w a flashlight on the end of it to get into the concept of booming w a mic n its pattern. I also know someone who booms dialog on old movies as he watched. All exercise, whether it be physical or mental or both, is good IMO. Have fun. CrewC I love Zen mussels with a garlic marinara sauce. It helps to build up my unzen muscles. Eric Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikewest Posted March 10, 2011 Report Share Posted March 10, 2011 Good music Good wine Shmoozing with crew/director and producers mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
al mcguire Posted March 10, 2011 Report Share Posted March 10, 2011 back to the topic core strength, flexibility and good posture are the goals pilates classes , yoga classes, an inversion table, and most importantly just saying NO to reality shows al Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Angelo Waldron Posted March 10, 2011 Report Share Posted March 10, 2011 If I was single I would go to Yoga. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christian Spaeth Posted March 12, 2011 Report Share Posted March 12, 2011 rock climbing. not only great physically but also helps your concentration and ability to focus. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
studiomprd Posted March 12, 2011 Report Share Posted March 12, 2011 swimming Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BVS Posted March 12, 2011 Report Share Posted March 12, 2011 Go camping and set up your tent and take it down 5 times a day...very like filming interviews and its outdoors too.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edmond Smith Posted March 14, 2011 Author Report Share Posted March 14, 2011 Thanks for the help guys! Really appreciate it. I'm starting to look for a place near my school to learn yoga and hittin' the gym at least an hour a day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnpaul215 Posted March 15, 2011 Report Share Posted March 15, 2011 I'm guessing you are doing bag work? Yoga is a definite thing to look in to. Anything that will strengthen your core muscles will help keep your back in line. I have not been to yoga for a while, but it strengthens, stretches and really clears your head. A side effect is a better night's sleep. I also run, row and ride my bike. That's more just generally wanting to more than needing to for work. The cardio base definitely helps though when the days get long. Most of all, find something you enjoy. It's a great way to clear your head when you are off set. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Smith Posted March 16, 2011 Report Share Posted March 16, 2011 Personally, I find that moderate (alright, maybe excessive) consumption of alcohol works best for many (if not most situations). Did a lot of yoga back in the day, but after 30+ years of sitting at a cart, getting into a lotus position would be a real achievement.... As mentioned by others, biking is good to (which I can actually still do!) (Seriously, yoga did help out when I was doing a lot of doc work on the street in my early 20's. It also helped out when faced with stressful situations, such as working in some third world country when you have a gun pointed at you! And, um, if you are single, the social benefits cannot be overlooked) --Scott Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
André Boisvert Posted March 16, 2011 Report Share Posted March 16, 2011 I took a couple of yoda classes and all I got out of it was a funny voice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesDemer Posted March 19, 2011 Report Share Posted March 19, 2011 I cross country ski all winter and run trails the rest of the year. If I'm in a hotel I always take the stairs and I try to run just a bit when I'm on set. Its a good diversion from work and gives you time to think about your day. I started running 50 and 100 mile trail races about 10 years ago. The fear of getting too heavy keeps me from eating everything on the craft service table so thats a bonus. When I mixed Winters Bone I would run from the set to the hotel occasionally.Its very hilly in the Ozarks so that really kept me fit! I also did a movie (On the Ice) in the arctic circle and had to run on a small "track" I made on the frozen Arctic Ocean. If I strayed from the track there was risk of a polar bear attack. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George Flores Posted March 20, 2011 Report Share Posted March 20, 2011 Yoga is great for your core, posture alignment, and neck and shoulders. Combine that with another work out regiment like getting a dog, and you'll be ready for anything! Didn't realize how much great exercise I would get dog walking. And animals keep you centered. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
al mcguire Posted March 20, 2011 Report Share Posted March 20, 2011 >Yoga is great for your core, posture alignment, and neck and shoulders. Combine that with another work out regiment like getting a ?>dog, and you'll be ready for anything! Didn't realize how much great exercise I would get dog walking. And animals keep you centered. George I agree, add the dog. because if my migrant film maker lifestyle I am unable to accept the responsibility of a dog depending on me, so I'm forced to borrow dogs from neighbors they are like grandkids al Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbradzick Posted March 21, 2011 Report Share Posted March 21, 2011 I'm so glad someone asked this question. I'm an avid surfer, and one of my main concerns with going on the road as a field guy is lack of surf time. Sounds like people get plenty of exercise though. Any surfers here? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old school Posted March 21, 2011 Report Share Posted March 21, 2011 I have surfed many times over the years, but I am a freak in that I prefer to body surf. Both sports will work one out. BTW. I enjoy this subject as well. CrewC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mbradzick Posted March 23, 2011 Report Share Posted March 23, 2011 Hey, surfing, body surfing...it's all good. And yes, a fantastic workout. Actually, an addiction for me. Someone said stay away from Reality shows. Why's that? I have surfed many times over the years, but I am a freak in that I prefer to body surf. Both sports will work one out. BTW. I enjoy this subject as well. CrewC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
al mcguire Posted March 23, 2011 Report Share Posted March 23, 2011 >Someone said stay away from Reality shows. Why's that? < I'm happy you asked. Carrying 10 wireless receivers, 2- 5 input mixers, 1 multi track HD backup, stereo wireless hop, 2 - NP1's, and comteks plus mixing while booming. ( actual request from network reality show $350/12, use their gear, 1 hour travel each way uncompensated, I quoted Nancy Reagan and just said no ) Our bodies were not designed to do this, you hang all that weight in front of you and the body will attempt to balance it out with hamstring, psoas and back muscles. Ever sit down after a long day and then have difficulty standing up ? That's the psoas muscle not being happy. Reality TV mixing is great experience for a young mixer and I am not dissing those who do it. Far from it, it teaches you to trust your intuition and it is a total rush to get it all right on take 1, and it's always take 1. I am suggesting that you take care of all of the equipment, not just the stuff that runs on DC. After 12 years of music mixing and 24 years of production sound I have a neck that my chiro says looks more like a strait edge than an arc. My new hobby is watching clouds go by. al someone "However much I am at the mercy of the world I never let myself get lost by brooding over its misery. I hold firmly to the thought that each one of us can do a little to bring some portion of that misery to an end." - Albert Schweitzer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christian Spaeth Posted April 15, 2011 Report Share Posted April 15, 2011 Whatever happened to Squash??? Nobody seems to do that anymore do they? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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