Skyfall - Workout

Does anyone actually have the Bond Workout, i.e. the actual weights he used (dumbbells) and number of reps??

Any help is much appreciated.

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  • Ens007Ens007 EnglandPosts: 863MI6 Agent
    Tbh I would steer clear of things purporting to be "the workout" as I'm pretty certain that his training would be very varied & probably more than once per day on occasions. The likelihood of finding an exact workout is unlikely. In addition there's also no point trying to lift a weight that someone else can lift if you're not doing it properly & with good form.

    IMO I would stick to the basics of bench press, pull ups / lat pull downs, barbell / dumbell rows, military press, squats, dips etc etc and you'll see a difference in your physique if you eat & rest properly. Look up typical hypertrophy workouts (for initial strength gains) and full-body workouts if you're just starting out, before possibly going to a split programme or something more advanced such as GVT (German Volume Training). Youtube can be a good help for finding how to do things with good form (there is some dross on there too though!).

    Hope this gives you a starter & best of luck!
  • StrangewaysStrangeways London, UKPosts: 1,469MI6 Agent
    Hey. About six weeks ago I started an a new regime. I've been running and trying to keep fit for years, but this time it's serious. I see a personal trainer and gym almost every day. Here's my workout......

    Sat. Circuit training followed by abs.
    Sun. 30 mins intense cardio. Cross trainer.
    Mon. Full body workout inc squats, weights and abs.
    Tues. 30 mins intense cardio. Cross trainer.
    Weds. PT led session.
    Thurs. 30 mins intense cardio. Cross trainer.
    Fri. Full body workout inc squats, weights and abs.

    I also stick to a strict diet of protein shakes (1x250ml per day), muesli, salad, chicken/lean meat, pulses, fruit and very few carbs. I have toned beyond recognition over the past six weeks and lost well over a stone. The final look I am after is similar to Bond from QoS, where I thought he was far leaner than in CR or SF. Check out the scene where he answers the hotel bedroom door to Mathis to see what I mean.
  • Ens007Ens007 EnglandPosts: 863MI6 Agent
    Cracking stuff Strangeways!

    If you don't mind me chucking in my tuppence worth, I'd say that you've got to give yourself time to rest & repair, so a midweek day off might help you - particularly as you have a lot of higher intensity stuff in your weekly programme. Just a thought!

    My current weekly workouts are based upon 3 x weights sessions & 2 x HIT sessions. Gives me a couple of needed days to recover & come back ready.
  • David SchofieldDavid Schofield EnglandPosts: 1,528MI6 Agent
    Personally, I from the camp of Ian Fleming's James Bond, so wonderful articulated by Raoul Silva:

    "...all this running around...All this jumping and fighting, it exhausting! Relax. You need to relax"
  • Sir MilesSir Miles The Wrong Side Of The WardrobePosts: 26,414Chief of Staff
    I also stick to a strict diet of protein shakes (1x250ml per day), muesli, salad, chicken/lean meat, pulses, fruit and very few carbs. I have toned beyond recognition over the past six weeks and lost well over a stone. The final look I am after is similar to Bond from QoS, where I thought he was far leaner than in CR or SF. Check out the scene where he answers the hotel bedroom door to Mathis to see what I mean.

    Impressive stuff...you won't live any longer - it will just feel like you do :))
    YNWA 97
  • Ens007Ens007 EnglandPosts: 863MI6 Agent
    Take it that's the end to this thread as far as the OP's concerned!! :)) :D ;)
  • BraxoBraxo Posts: 45MI6 Agent
    edited October 2013
    Bond's physic is built for strength but also lean. So you'll want a program that involves real weight (barbells, kettlebells), body weight gymnastic movements, metabolic conditioning, and flexibility training.

    A program that has all of those that I follow is http://training.goruck.com . Goruck is a company that sells backpacks but they also host events (think ToughMudders but not exactly) that run by ex-special forces.

    If you want to get serious about it, you'll need a personal trainer or a good gym. The GoRuck training is based off of stuff you'll find at CrossFit gyms. Many Crossfit gyms allow you to join to just use their equipment and not take part in their programming. Find one that has a dedicated oly coach to help with your lifts (deadlifts, squats (front, back, overhead), cleans (sometimes with jerks), snatches, presses (shoulder, push, jerk)).

    Not all CrossFit gyms are created equal, so if you're going that route make sure you research your CrossFit gym options.
  • walther p99walther p99 NJPosts: 3,416MI6 Agent
    As so many are, if your pursuing a physique similar to Daniel Craig's, you wont find his exact workout and diet anywhere. Also, its better to do a program that works best for YOU. But to aid you in getting how he "looks", its important to hit hard the most prominent areas of his physique, his shoulders and forearms. His shoulders especially make or break his physique and you obviously have to hit the entire upper body and legs. But Craig's standout parts of his physique are his shoulders and forearms if that helps any.
  • Thunderbird 2Thunderbird 2 East of Cardiff, Wales.Posts: 2,774MI6 Agent
    1) Always check with your GP before starting any training programme.


    2) Consider joining a local gym. That way, you will benefit from the facilities and the advice on offer. Plus you may find mates you can buddy with for workout sessions. Makes keeping motivated a bit easier.


    3) Even if you decide not to join a gym, check with a qualified personal trainer or gym instructor on the best workout for YOU. The workouts we see the end results from are tailored for Daniel Craig, not James Bond. Each of the stunt crew will have their own training patterns too. Some of us need to eat protien like a horse to build muscle. For others, more than a teaspoon and muscle is not all unfortunately that is generated!


    4) Start slowly and work your way up. As noted, sensible diet, lots of sleep are essential. However, so its patience. It takes months to get results, not weeks, let alone days! As part if this, warm up and cool down properly too. (I speak from painful experience.)


    5) Keep hydrated! Sounds brain dead obvious, but in all forms of exercise, dehydration creeps up quiety. Keep your water bottle with you and use it. (Again from painful experience.)


    6) This is the critical bit. - Do not use online training programmes, purchase suppliments, or any wonder drugs / potions / wonder foods / equipment before checking with someone you know, in the know, you know? If you want to be built like Bond or Thor, building pounds does not mean throwing around £, €, or $

    Sucking eggs I know, but thats my 10p. Happy workouts, proceed with caution.
    This is Thunderbird 2, how can I be of assistance?
  • Charmed & DangerousCharmed & Dangerous Posts: 7,358MI6 Agent
    All good advice, TB2. -{
    "How was your lamb?" "Skewered. One sympathises."
  • ThunderpussyThunderpussy Behind you !Posts: 63,792MI6 Agent
    Just getting up and putting the Bluray in the player, is enough of a workout for me. :))
    "I've been informed that there ARE a couple of QAnon supporters who are fairly regular posters in AJB."
  • PeppermillPeppermill DelftPosts: 2,860MI6 Agent
    Unless you have been training for a long time and are really hitting specific parts of your physique you shouldn’t overthink this. Go with the basics, the compound movements. Pull-ups (preferably on rings because they are easier on your shoulders and elbows), push-ups/bench presses, crunches, squats, calf raises etc. Start with an all body workout in circuits to get the blood flowing.

    And remember, training is just part of the equation. Rest and nutrition are also very important.
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  • StrangewaysStrangeways London, UKPosts: 1,469MI6 Agent
    edited October 2013
    Workout routine going well. Lost over 1.5 stone now. Abs clearly visible and I feel fantastic.
    Anyone got any workout secrets or stories to share?

    Is is appropriate to post a pic? Mods, if this is not allowed then please remove.
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  • Sir MilesSir Miles The Wrong Side Of The WardrobePosts: 26,414Chief of Staff
    The pic is inappropriate when you look better than I :#

    :))
    YNWA 97
  • ThunderpussyThunderpussy Behind you !Posts: 63,792MI6 Agent
    {[] Congratulations Strangeways, that's a fantastic weight loss, and not an easy thing to do.
    "I've been informed that there ARE a couple of QAnon supporters who are fairly regular posters in AJB."
  • Ens007Ens007 EnglandPosts: 863MI6 Agent
    Very well done Strangeways ... keep up your good work. Eat clean, train dirty as they say ;) :D
  • PeppermillPeppermill DelftPosts: 2,860MI6 Agent
    Great job Strangeways.
    1. Ohmss 2. Frwl 3. Op 4. Tswlm 5. Tld 6. Ge 7. Yolt 8. Lald 9. Cr 10. Ltk 11. Dn 12. Gf 13. Qos 14. Mr 15. Tmwtgg 16. Fyeo 17. Twine 18. Sf 19. Tb 20 Tnd 21. Spectre 22 Daf 23. Avtak 24. Dad
  • Charmed & DangerousCharmed & Dangerous Posts: 7,358MI6 Agent
    Yep, well done -{
    "How was your lamb?" "Skewered. One sympathises."
  • walther p99walther p99 NJPosts: 3,416MI6 Agent
    Workout routine going well. Lost over 1.5 stone now. Abs clearly visible and I feel fantastic.
    Anyone got any workout secrets or stories to share?

    Is is appropriate to post a pic? Mods, if this is not allowed then please remove.
    image.jpg
    fantastic job, keep it up!
  • StrangewaysStrangeways London, UKPosts: 1,469MI6 Agent
    Something tells me that will be the hard part - maintaining it now!
    I've forgotten what chips taste like! Lol.
  • CmdrAtticusCmdrAtticus United StatesPosts: 1,102MI6 Agent
    Do you take a day off the routine each week to indulge a bit as Craig did?
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