"Drifters" Workout?

[yoel]

Well i've noticed that whenever i go out drifting that after about 30+ minutes of hard driving i start to feel physically drained and it really affects my consistency and "rhythm" like it becomes hard to think. I was just wondering if anyone has a specific workout routine that will increase stamina and strength for the high stresses a person goes through when drifting/road racing/autocrossing? i've look into the subject for top level drivers like F1 drivers and they have these insane workout schedules and even use these machines that make your neck muscles stronger to endure the high G's they go through and the only other people that use these machines are US/British jet fighter pilots! I'm not expecting to do something crazy like that but right now i'm doing my workout with free weights,crunches,push ups, you know the general noob workout but i plan on getting a gym membership later this week and using a tried and true motorsports related routine would be nice...

[Dirty Habit]

Real drifters don't have workout routines.


They thrive on drugs sex rock and roll and the constant exertion of bangin numerous hot chicks all day every day....when their not drifting of course.


But seriously, Ive drifted like once so I have no clue. It may just be that you have an exhaust leak?

[eastcoastS14]

endurance training is what most professional drivers do...an ass load of cardio so that they can get their stamina up

[S14DB]

+2 for enduro training.

[sillyvia13]

sex drugs and rock n roll....
rock stars do not need training...nor drifters...lol....
mt hike.

[Edgar]

energy drinks duhhhhhhh

[DLo Eric]

and all this time I thought I was just getting bored!

For some reason I never really feel drained. Then again I granny walk/jog/run at least 3 miles a week on a treadmill and whatever I feel like doing at the gym. Taking a good multi vitamin makes you pretty energetic.

[!Zar!]

Drifters workout? hah.

Don't be a fatass and workout like a regular person.

I can be at the track all day and don't really get tired till the adrenalin wears off and I need to start packing up.

Then there is the long couple hours drive home...

[ThatGuy]

What do you do besides driving?

If it is nothing more then sitting on your ass watching InitialD, or surfing Zilvia, then that is your problem.

Be active.

[bardabe]

What do you do besides driving?

If it is nothing more then sitting on your ass watching InitialD, or surfing Zilvia, then that is your problem.

Be active.
damn it, i gotta get my fat ass off this coutch

[HyperTek]

drifting, as with any form of motorsport, should take on a regular work out plan, or stay in shape.... so get in shape start exercising. You will feel better regardless.

30minutes constant drifting you say?

[Beebo]

meth.:eek3d:
msglnth

[bigOdom1]

after a track day i am always wore out. the standing in the sun/driving/wearing a helmet always leaves me tired

[Koopa Troopa]

Go to the gym, do some cardio.

[flclsteve]

or u can do coke or maby a ass load of energy drinks before you head out monster ftw

[240love^_^]

Even though I don't drive all that often.
I would recommend some Endurance training.
I usually take a 25-30 min run everyday
or do some laps in the pool and that makes me feel a whole lot
better in general.

[brndck]

cardio ftw. and bring decent food/water with you to the track. every time i've been to a track event everyone i see is eating the shittiest food. i always bring stuff from home. bananas, dried fruit, water and gatorade etc. no fast food. and no booze or drugs. seriously i've seen people drinking booze and smoking pot. not just beer, booze. at the track. before going driving. not the wisest choice. sunscreen helps alot too, and a big hat. /rant.

[corriganjoshua]

Real drifters don't have workout routines.


They thrive on drugs sex rock and roll and the constant exertion of bangin numerous hot chicks all day every day....when their not drifting of course.


But seriously, Ive drifted like once so I have no clue. It may just be that you have an exhaust leak?
couldnt have said it better myself

[yoel]

i'm actually very active, i work with kids i have to be, haha nah initial d. is definetly not for me(boring) yeah when i say 30+minutes this means i'm at a spot i found somewhere (typically a loading dock behind some big warehouse or store) and i'm beating the shit out of my car trying to get perfect runs each and everytime because anything less would be a waste of tires,gas, and time and then hauling ass out of their when i feel like i might have some unwanted attention heading my way. Before i get flamed for drifting on the street first let me say i always take into consideration innocent bystanders and never put anybody at risk if i even see a car parked in one of these loading docks i will not drift their because i dont want to risk getting sideways and then smacking some dude with my car while on their way out from work. Also i'm not some kid with a 240 who piles all his friends into his car and says "want to see what drifting is like?!" i'm very serious about this sport and the only reason i resort to street drifting is well because i live in the northeast, have fun finding a drift event not on a oval or even an autocross event that wont give ya a black flag for "sliding too much". And i think you guys are thinking that i'm completely wrecked after drifting, like dragging my arms on the floor tired, which i'm not. I'm more winded like after a short sprint tired but thanks so far for the suggestions coke might be a little pricey for my taste but energy drinks might do the trick:hyper: :D oh and about surfing zilvia all the time, zilvia is my bangbros.

[yoel]

cardio ftw. and bring decent food/water with you to the track. every time i've been to a track event everyone i see is eating the shittiest food. i always bring stuff from home. bananas, dried fruit, water and gatorade etc. no fast food. and no booze or drugs. seriously i've seen people drinking booze and smoking pot. not just beer, booze. at the track. before going driving. not the wisest choice. sunscreen helps alot too, and a big hat. /rant.
thats exactly what i planned on doing for when i go to events this year not the booze and pot that sounds just plain reckless...

[jackjack]

it seems like you're thinking about it too much. just eat a good meal and keep a couple bottles of water close by. if you get tired...... just take a break.

[Matej]

http://humormeblog.beloblog.com/archives/richardsimmons.jpg

[airsoft]

Sleep good the night before.

From my experience, I notice even myself, prepping the car/materials/etc. the night before, sleeping late, and tired.

[S13Leprechaun]

drift the shit outtaq yourself, take a break and eat... or take a nap... or invent a new branch of the sport... sleep drifting! blindfold drifting. lol... jk. dont do that its prolly not safe.

ps.... awwww some ones butthurt cause of what i said! waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaah!

[rongfk]

just a little.... thats me on the right..LOL ha ha ha..

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/144/367772579_ab90abdfd2.jpg?v=0

[Flipzide]

Sleep good the night before.

From my experience, I notice even myself, prepping the car/materials/etc. the night before, sleeping late, and tired.

i agree. on day's i get a lot of sleep, i improve my driving drastically and stay consistent.

days that i get 0-3 hours of sleep, i drive horribly at the track and my runs are inconsistent.

getting a good night's rest and staying hydrated at the track will work wonders, imo.

[S13Leprechaun]

just a little.... thats me on the right..LOL ha ha ha..

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/144/367772579_ab90abdfd2.jpg?v=0

please god tell me that is not real!

[muddafakka]

Participate in activities that require quick reflexes. Mentally and physically.

[yoel]

it seems like you're thinking about it too much. just eat a good meal and keep a couple bottles of water close by. if you get tired...... just take a break.
yeah i agree it's just i wouldn't expect to be tired like that especially having that much adrenaline running through me but yeah i'm definetly gonna play some sports like basketball or something thanks for the advice everyone.

[qwikspool]

just hit up the gym. lift weights and do cardio.

[i need tires]

Drifters workout? hah.

Don't be a fatass and workout like a regular person.

I can be at the track all day and don't really get tired till the adrenalin wears off and I need to start packing up.

Then there is the long couple hours drive home...

+1 this is the same thing that happens to me

[Yuri]

Wow.
This has got to be one of the lamest threads ever.
If you feel beat up, it's probably the combination of heat, inhaling a day's worth of tire smoke and grit, and a seat that doesn't support you enough.

These things come with drifting, so man up.

Except the seat, you should get a good one, it'll make a world of difference.

[azndoc]

Ummm try drifting at Irwindale speedway during the summertime.

That will drain you. Same with WSIR.

I don't know any particular way to get yourself for that type of exhaustion other than making sure you stay hydrated throughout the day.

Working out is fine, but yeah like every else said cardio.

Or you could just man up like the rest of us and just deal with it. It's a motorSPORT, sometimes you might break a sweat and have to deal with exhaustion.

Redbull is your friend. Lots of it.

[blasting_speed]

Real drifters don't have workout routines.


They thrive on drugs sex rock and roll and the constant exertion of bangin numerous hot chicks all day every day....when their not drifting of course.


But seriously, Ive drifted like once so I have no clue. It may just be that you have an exhaust leak?


That's freakin' awesome. Imma start doing that. I don't mean the work out i mean fix my exhaust leak.:hsdance:

[LongGrain]

you must be really out of shape if driving makes you tired.

start workin out!

[Wes_s13]

drink a rockstar energy drink buddy and your good to go!

[hitman]

learn how to not fight the car the whole time
then it wont be so tiresome:)

[exitspeed]

Learn Yoga.

Some of it might be you not being relaxed enough. Obviously there's adrenaline, but you still need to relax.

I found out I was clinching my wheel (during Auto-X) really tight. My friend noticed it and brought it to my attention. Now that I'm conscience of it and more relaxed.

[eastcoastS14]

I would recommend against energy drinks...idk why so many ppl recommend caffeine, it gives you a false sense of awareness, you feel more awake but if youre really beat and just use caffeine you'll find that your reaction time and reflexes are garbage....caffeine doesnt help to make you any sharper so really the only best solution is exercise a good diet and sleep. ( you will be amazed at how much better and energized you feel once you drop all the junk out of your diet)

to all those who are just saying "man up" do you realize that professional drivers do infact work their asses off in the gym?? So this is a totally valid thread and question. the fact that its titled "drifters workout" makes it seem a little corny but he's asking a good question. A lot of the pro F1 drivers travel with workout equipment...they have stationary bikes on their trailers etc....Theres a documentary on a lot of those guys and they talk about their insane workout scheduel.....simply If you are in better shape you can take physical and mental exertion ( which driving certainly is) for a longer amount of time....now drifting is slightly different because its not a race so you actually have time to get out and grab a water or whatever but for the dudes who are in long races its crucial that they are in peak physical form, ones your muscles get fatigued your mind is focusing on keeping everything in sync and fighting off exhaustion which is mentally draining....its like football camp, at first even though you might be in shape by the end of the day your mind is just sludge, your hand eye coordination is trash and you cant think clearly but you train and train till you can perform the same tasks without being exhausted and suddenly even tho you are doing the same things you were in week one its much clearer and you arent as tired out on the field

[TheRonTom31]

Sex the morning of/right before any event is key. I play hockey as a goalie. I know I can focus so much easier if I have gotten laid right before a game. There was also this tv show the performed at test on an athlete and found that his strength, stamina and endurnce was increased right after sex.

[arkive43]

lmao @ richard simmions pic.

i agree, stay active i hoop and have a 3yr to chase around :)

[eastcoastS14]

Sex the morning of/right before any event is key. I play hockey as a goalie. I know I can focus so much easier if I have gotten laid right before a game. There was also this tv show the performed at test on an athlete and found that his strength, stamina and endurnce was increased right after sex.

very true! have sex befor games and all you college kids get laid before your exam and you'll do better

[LongGrain]

Learn Yoga.

Some of it might be you not being relaxed enough. Obviously there's adrenaline, but you still need to relax.

I found out I was clinching my wheel (during Auto-X) really tight. My friend noticed it and brought it to my attention. Now that I'm conscience of it and more relaxed.

yea man, relaxing is important. my first time on the track, i went to floor the accelerator and i accidently pushed too hard and kicked a hole right through the floor, i had to roll flintstone style the rest of the day, that REALLY killed my lap times.

since then ive learned to control my adrenaline. :keke:

[yudalicious]

I actually went to a much quieter exhaust and ditched my aftermarket header (KA) and found that it helped with fatigue. Not to mention it saves you the pain of listening to exhaust drone for 3 hrs on the way to and from the track and you may just be able to listen to music and hold a conversation. Yea I know, I am a pussy.

+1 on the staying well hydrated and rested and no to the energy drinks.

[Farzam]

Do what I do

Get an 8 ball of straight rock

Like 1 big rock

Crush it up


Roll out your scroll of all the sins you've commited in life.

Grind out the 8ball all across...mine usually an 8 ball covers about 4% of the first scroll...

Snort that shit.

Get the fuck in the car.

[SHIFT_*grind*]

http://humormeblog.beloblog.com/archives/richardsimmons.jpg

I saw him in an airport once. I was traipsing around during a 5 hour layover and I hear <obscenely gay voice> "ohmiGawd I'm ssssssssso late I have to get to my plane" </obscenely gay voice> and there he is, flouncing along right next to me, in the spandex shorts and tight "R" t-shirt and huge fro. I stopped dead in my tracks with my mouth agape as he walked away, I couldn't believe it.

Only famous person I'd ever seen, it was kinda sad. Then I worked at a restaurant where Sean Paul and Ludacris both came in to eat (on different occasions). It was interesting to me that neither of them were very tall. Also, Sean Paul is a shitty tipper.

Supposedly Mariah Carey and her entourage were supposed to come in one time, but never showed.

Wait, what was this thread about? Get more exercise and man up. =P