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Skive to survive

December 12, 20232 min read

“I would prefer even to fail with honour than win by cheating. .” - Somebody that cheated and lost

Alright! 🏋️‍♂️ Let's spill the beans on the subtle art of rep skiving. Confessions from the within the ranks on those tempting moments when reps become negotiable. Sneaky tactical shoelace ties, tactical muscle twinges, and the classic "lost count" scenario - we've seen it all.

Heres the Top 6 Skive to survive secrets from within theranks!👊

1. The Tactical Shoelace Tie:

Caught breathless? Claim a tactical shoelace malfunction. Safety first, right? Even if your shoes are no-tie wonders, divert attention to your knee support or lycra wedgie. Master the art, and you might just earn an extra breather.

Undone Shoe laces

2. The 'Muscle Twinge' Manoeuvre:

Mid-warmup and already feeling the burn? Deploy the 'I've got a stitch' card. Transform it into a hamstring stretch, and voila, a stealth break! Just don't forget to act like the pro you are when the squad returns. ps more effective when adding a little limp that miraculously disappears.

man holding hamstring

3. Stealth Seconds Heist:

Perfect form when the instructor's watching, but a quick collapse when they turn away. Hey, we're only human! Stealth seconds are fair game - just don't get caught. Except for that machine in the green bib... he's onto us.

4. The 'Lost Track' Dilemma:

Confused about the count? Lost in the sea of burpees? No worries, it happens to the best of us. Estimate, improvise, and casually declare, "Time's up." Smooth, right?

5. Partners in Crime Pact:

In a pair workout? Make eye contact, nod, and silently agree to cover for each other during the next grueling move. A little teamwork never hurt anyone. Well, except for that intense green bib machine; he doesn't miss a beat.

6. The Clarification Conundrum:

Facing a challenging routine? Launch a Mexican wave of questions for a tactical breather. "Could you show us again?" "How many on each leg?" "What are we doing?" The instructors might raise an eyebrow, but it's worth a try.

Remember, troops, you're only cheating yourself! But if you're ready for an honest workout, head to www.ManchesterOutdoorFitness.co.uk and join a fitness revolution that embraces the grind! 💪🤫

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Graham

MF Instructor

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