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Thank God It's GAINZZZDay
I have no GAINZZZ these last two weeks according to any measurement. In fact, my Stupid Scale claims I've gained two pounds. And even though I've actually gained some muscle (but not two pounds' worth), it claims my bodyfat % has zoomed up by six percent.
But I look pretty good. I'm not wearing those shirts I used to pick out that were strategically drapey to try to hide my belly. Here are some things to look at: A Time article from last March about intermittent fasting. Jason Fung put out a new book (with Livin' La Vida Low Carb blogger Jimmy Moore) all about Intermittent Fasting this past fall. There's an article about it here. I haven't read it yet. Pretty awesome video about building your own DIY power rack with about $200 in lumber and a little bit of easy-to-find pipe. And if you dig that, check their other videos to see how to add a pull-up bar to the rack, and dip bars, and a pull-down pulley rig for doing lat pulls and triceps extensions. I really wanted to do that -- I really want to do that -- but I estimated that the odds I would cut at least one finger off with a saw at better than 60% and figured multiple surgeries would take the price of the thing higher than $200 for me. But if you're handy with tools, your costs might be lower. And speaking of DIY: I also wanted to hear about any progress on the hobbies you've started recently, or any plans you're making for the near future. Oh: I wanted to mention this: A commenter (forget who) recommended citrulline to me. I forget the reason offered. I thought it was recommended as a recovery supplement. But I think it's more of a pre-workout supplement-- energy-boosting. Anyway, it actually does seem to work. I have more energy when I take it than when I don't. So much so I threw some more money away buying a pre-workout stack that contains citrulline (along with a lot of caffeine and yohimbe, whatever that is). Caffeine obviously gives you energy. But that part makes me jittery. The citrulline, though: I think that actually does work on its own, without caffeine-like side effects.Comments
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I just listened to an audio version of Obesity Code by Jason Fung. Interesting stuff.
I take it Michelle Obama has been told her attempt to force students into eating less and moving more has been scientifically proven to be useless.
I take it Michelle Obama has been told her attempt to force students into eating less and moving more has been scientifically proven to be useless.
Posted by: Northernlurker at January 13, 2017 05:27 PM (hJrjt)
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Looks like I was first. Unbelievable.
Posted by: Northernlurker at January 13, 2017 05:27 PM (hJrjt)
Posted by: Weasel at January 13, 2017 05:28 PM (Sfs6o)
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Nice job Northernlurker.
Posted by: Weasel at January 13, 2017 05:29 PM (Sfs6o)
Posted by: McGyver at January 13, 2017 05:29 PM (FTGpD)
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Also GAINZLESS - but haven't lost any ground due to the holidays. Increasing exercise is the next step for me. So far my Gainz have come from adjusting to HFLC diet.
Is watching TV a hobby?
Is watching TV a hobby?
Posted by: XPO172 at January 13, 2017 05:30 PM (1PDwB)
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Top 10?
Posted by: I Need a Drink at January 13, 2017 05:30 PM (bKxiT)
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Now I'm hungry.
Posted by: Anna Puma at January 13, 2017 05:31 PM (KK3oF)
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but I estimated that the odds I would cut at least one finger off with a saw at better than 60%
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The act of a man desperate for some GAINZZZ. How much does a finger weigh, anyway?
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The act of a man desperate for some GAINZZZ. How much does a finger weigh, anyway?
Posted by: Anon Y. Mous at January 13, 2017 05:31 PM (R+30W)
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Got my daughters to go to the gym with me for some crazy GAINZ.
Posted by: BuckIV at January 13, 2017 05:31 PM (CLfqv)
Posted by: Hipster, who's solved his biggest problem at January 13, 2017 05:32 PM (NBHj5)
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I loved eating Gainzzz Burgers atop the Romney family Truckster!
Posted by: Zombie Seamus Romney at January 13, 2017 05:32 PM (bc2Lc)
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Oh yeah, and built a new fireplace surround over the holidays.
Posted by: BuckIV at January 13, 2017 05:32 PM (CLfqv)
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I have made a truly half-ass attempt at all the things that require no big effort - might be time to take the treadmill out for a spin. After all, I need to look good for Ivanka.
Posted by: Weasel at January 13, 2017 05:32 PM (Sfs6o)
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Down 16 pounds since October. Credit home renovating in spare time and a bout of the flu.
Posted by: jd at January 13, 2017 05:32 PM (IiR2y)
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I have started making diabetic recipes, cut down on the wine and tequila. Still haven't lost anything but too soon to tell really. One thing I hate is that I can't walk anymore due to my bad foot. I can't do much in the way of exercise and it's so important for me to keep my body moving. I've considered yoga, but even that requires moves this old body can't make anymore.
Posted by: DeplorableJewells45 at January 13, 2017 05:32 PM (CNHr1)
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I thought Jane Russell was a DIY power rack . . .
I thought Jane Russell was a DIY power rack . . .
Posted by: J.J. Sefton at January 13, 2017 05:32 PM (mbhDw)
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>>>>11 This Gainzzz thing. It's taking you way too long. Just eat less and try to get some exercise. Geez.
you're a fucking idiot. How fast are your gains going, Adonis?
Are you using your muscular physique to hold down that couch, Hunk?
you're a fucking idiot. How fast are your gains going, Adonis?
Are you using your muscular physique to hold down that couch, Hunk?
Posted by: ace at January 13, 2017 05:33 PM (8rNrN)
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I'm definitely a high-protein guy... just ask Reggie
Posted by: Barry Soetoro at January 13, 2017 05:33 PM (DpOmP)
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My pull ups are getting better. I am using about 15 pounds of help.
Posted by: CaliGirl at January 13, 2017 05:33 PM (IgBFP)
Posted by: Mike Hammer, etc., etc. at January 13, 2017 05:33 PM (ZO497)
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My Gainzzz activity for today is a tennis match after work. Unfortunately for my net calorie burn total , I will hit the club's buffet afterwards.
Posted by: Sebastian Melmoth at January 13, 2017 05:33 PM (FO7Ul)
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Wife has GAINZ because she's doing a body fat %-age loss challenge at a local gym.
I have no GAINZ because I can't resist the free candy at my office. :-/
I have no GAINZ because I can't resist the free candy at my office. :-/
Posted by: DoublySymmetric at January 13, 2017 05:33 PM (8hICw)
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Semen is very high in protein, especially for women.
Semen is very high in protein, especially for women.
Posted by: J.J. Sefton at January 13, 2017 05:34 PM (mbhDw)
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Bye, fatso.
I know you're fat because anyone who'd ever actually done anything physical would know the timescale involved is a bit longer than it takes to power down a 7-11 Burrito and Big Gulp.
I know you're fat because anyone who'd ever actually done anything physical would know the timescale involved is a bit longer than it takes to power down a 7-11 Burrito and Big Gulp.
Posted by: ace at January 13, 2017 05:34 PM (8rNrN)
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Therapy Hobby:
I am making my cat a small shag rug. Yes, I realize this is insane.
I have this part time job I've hung onto way too long, and I need to leave for physical and emotional reasons. The gig will be ending this coming fall; I may or may not leave before that.
Well, I have dozens of black work t-shirts with the company logo that I don't wear. I'm cutting them into strips, and making a shag rug out of them.
Working with my hands keeps me from snacking, and there is something rewarding about transforming something from my past into something different.
I am making my cat a small shag rug. Yes, I realize this is insane.
I have this part time job I've hung onto way too long, and I need to leave for physical and emotional reasons. The gig will be ending this coming fall; I may or may not leave before that.
Well, I have dozens of black work t-shirts with the company logo that I don't wear. I'm cutting them into strips, and making a shag rug out of them.
Working with my hands keeps me from snacking, and there is something rewarding about transforming something from my past into something different.
Posted by: shibumi, who requires a cute kitty story stat! at January 13, 2017 05:34 PM (J5mC3)
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My pull ups are getting better. I am using about 15 pounds of help.
Posted by: CaliGirl
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What does that mean?
How do you get help?
Posted by: CaliGirl
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What does that mean?
How do you get help?
Posted by: Mike Hammer, etc., etc. at January 13, 2017 05:34 PM (ZO497)
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No gainzzzz for me really unless you count gainzzzing weight. Hit an all time high of 198 at New Years. (This from about 168 four years ago).
BUT, I have no completed 15 days of a 10 PM to 4 PM IF routine. (I started two days before New Year's in anticipation of a disaster weigh in on New Year's Day). Losrt 2.5 lbs, so its slow, but at least I have bee able to stick with it for 2 weeks. That's new.
BUT, I have no completed 15 days of a 10 PM to 4 PM IF routine. (I started two days before New Year's in anticipation of a disaster weigh in on New Year's Day). Losrt 2.5 lbs, so its slow, but at least I have bee able to stick with it for 2 weeks. That's new.
Posted by: chris not rock at January 13, 2017 05:34 PM (WO0/g)
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Increasing the length of my daily fasts (to about 18 hours) has shown to be very good for my overall weight. It is only hard for a few days and then I'm almost grossed out by the idea of eating breakfast.
I don't notice any energy shortage, if anything the opposite.
Just maybe 3 pounds this last week and a half. But slow and steady is my plan.
On the hobby front, working on some game networking stuff but up against some pretty sturdy conceptual walls. Guess that's why it's a hobby. Oddly, it seems much easier for me to accomplish things in my day job (also software development) than when I'm doing it for fun. Probably psychological.
I don't notice any energy shortage, if anything the opposite.
Just maybe 3 pounds this last week and a half. But slow and steady is my plan.
On the hobby front, working on some game networking stuff but up against some pretty sturdy conceptual walls. Guess that's why it's a hobby. Oddly, it seems much easier for me to accomplish things in my day job (also software development) than when I'm doing it for fun. Probably psychological.
Posted by: Moron Pundit at January 13, 2017 05:35 PM (xeeHA)
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When I was a skinny little kid, I broke the grade school record for pull ups. 27, I couldn't do 3 now.
Posted by: Tinfoilbaby at January 13, 2017 05:35 PM (6Ll1u)
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Yohimbe is the bark from the Yohimbe tree that grows in Africa. It is a stimulant and can be made into a tea.
Posted by: Artesian at January 13, 2017 05:35 PM (KuQqG)
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My painting is almost done, and then I had the exploding can of paint stupidity yesterday. Hope to finish the damn thing this week.
My painting is almost done, and then I had the exploding can of paint stupidity yesterday. Hope to finish the damn thing this week.
Posted by: J.J. Sefton at January 13, 2017 05:35 PM (mbhDw)
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O/T
More Mohammedan #fakenews. Wonder if the slap down will be covered like the accusations? ha ha I make joke.
http://tinyurl.com/hu78vdt
More Mohammedan #fakenews. Wonder if the slap down will be covered like the accusations? ha ha I make joke.
http://tinyurl.com/hu78vdt
Posted by: Cary at January 13, 2017 05:36 PM (aTg6G)
Posted by: jd at January 13, 2017 05:36 PM (IiR2y)
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27 My pull ups are getting better. I am using about 15 pounds of help.
Posted by: CaliGirl
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What does that mean?
How do you get help?
Posted by: Mike Hammer, etc., etc. at January 13, 2017 05:34 PM (ZO497
I assume she means the chin-up/pull-up machine at the gym, which has counterweights to give you a boost.
Posted by: CaliGirl
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What does that mean?
How do you get help?
Posted by: Mike Hammer, etc., etc. at January 13, 2017 05:34 PM (ZO497
I assume she means the chin-up/pull-up machine at the gym, which has counterweights to give you a boost.
Posted by: J.J. Sefton at January 13, 2017 05:36 PM (mbhDw)
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>>>What does that mean?
How do you get help?
i know machines at the gym give you a de-weight boost (by adding mass to a couter weight) and I know that there are rubber straps you can use (hanging them from the pullup bar) to de-weight yourself, but i'm interested in which you're doing, too.
I've been using a step ladder to manually de-weight myself (or podally deweight myself-- putting some weight on feet), but it's not a very good system.
How do you get help?
i know machines at the gym give you a de-weight boost (by adding mass to a couter weight) and I know that there are rubber straps you can use (hanging them from the pullup bar) to de-weight yourself, but i'm interested in which you're doing, too.
I've been using a step ladder to manually de-weight myself (or podally deweight myself-- putting some weight on feet), but it's not a very good system.
Posted by: ace at January 13, 2017 05:36 PM (8rNrN)
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Well, I have no GAINZZ to report, just desire. After my second hip collapsed, I had to wait 6 months to get the new hardware (job demands). Lost muscle mass in my lower body.
Now I need to start lifting to gain that back. On Instapundit's recommendation, bought the first Riptoe book, and he says to NEVER lift alone.
I just can't bring myself to join a gym.
True fact... 50% of all production saws are named "Stumpy".
Now I need to start lifting to gain that back. On Instapundit's recommendation, bought the first Riptoe book, and he says to NEVER lift alone.
I just can't bring myself to join a gym.
True fact... 50% of all production saws are named "Stumpy".
Posted by: MarkY at January 13, 2017 05:37 PM (g6yUI)
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shibumi... I started making jewelry and decided to try and make some money at it as well. It's so therapeutic and yes it keeps me from lighting up! Presidents day is the day I will attempt to quit for good. My bestie and I are going to try together.
Posted by: DeplorableJewells45 at January 13, 2017 05:37 PM (CNHr1)
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Posted by: jd at January 13, 2017 05:32 PM (IiR2y)
That's my line, I'm one stomach flu away from my goal weight. My husband gained 15 lbs over the holidays and he wants to catch the flu so he won't eat.
We are going on vacation so he's on a mandatory diet at dinner.
That's my line, I'm one stomach flu away from my goal weight. My husband gained 15 lbs over the holidays and he wants to catch the flu so he won't eat.
We are going on vacation so he's on a mandatory diet at dinner.
Posted by: CaliGirl at January 13, 2017 05:37 PM (IgBFP)
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"I am making my cat a small shag rug."
Sounds like a good use for a cat.
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LOL.
Let me rephrase.
"I'm making a small shag rug that will probably be used by my cat."
Sounds like a good use for a cat.
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LOL.
Let me rephrase.
"I'm making a small shag rug that will probably be used by my cat."
Posted by: shibumi, who requires a cute kitty story stat! at January 13, 2017 05:37 PM (J5mC3)
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I re-evaluated what I was eating beginning in December...decided I needed more fat to offset the lack of carbs. So I focused on eating way more of the good fats - even though I'm a true believer in IF, this took conscious effort on my part - and the results blew me away. After being relatively stagnant the previous 7-8 weeks, in December I lost 5 lbs and thus far in January I'm down 2.5 lbs.
Holy shit, Batman!
Holy shit, Batman!
Posted by: Sixkiller at January 13, 2017 05:37 PM (BiXfR)
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Went off diet for 7-10 of holidays. Binged on carbs and booze. Gained 10 lbs so rapidly it was amazing.
Went back on diet and lost half of that already, so not bad.
I will say, my ummmmm, plumbing seems to do worse of HFLC diets.
Not sure what to do about that.
Went back on diet and lost half of that already, so not bad.
I will say, my ummmmm, plumbing seems to do worse of HFLC diets.
Not sure what to do about that.
Posted by: Harun at January 13, 2017 05:37 PM (UBBWX)
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I'm being good with my diet after two weeks of eating all the carbs.
I do t reply have any hobbies to report other than trying to learn inDesign to create a planner for people who actually need planners as opposed to all those planners out there that help type A people become even more type A. I'm making a planner for people who need a planner so they don't forget to get milk three days in a row.
Anyway, it's going ok. It's not as intuitive as Id hoped, but I have a rough template now so that's good.
I do t reply have any hobbies to report other than trying to learn inDesign to create a planner for people who actually need planners as opposed to all those planners out there that help type A people become even more type A. I'm making a planner for people who need a planner so they don't forget to get milk three days in a row.
Anyway, it's going ok. It's not as intuitive as Id hoped, but I have a rough template now so that's good.
Posted by: Lauren at January 13, 2017 05:37 PM (WezLu)
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After the doctors said I needed to drink less cause they think I drink too much, loose some pounds and I have type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure and shit from Agent Orange I reminded them. I don't smoke, I'm NOT getting laid so I'm not giving up drinking. 2 out 3 is good to me.
Posted by: I Need a Drink at January 13, 2017 05:38 PM (bKxiT)
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I need to get motivated, My problem being Mobility. I walk like a toddler. I can't drive. I need to move but I'm literally stuck in the house by myself. Any insights. My wife and kids have a life outside the house. I do not. Help.
Posted by: USNtakim at January 13, 2017 05:38 PM (hMqvx)
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StallllZ. Three weeks at the same weight. But I'm okay with that. I haven't been able to work out and I have also had to eat a lot of meals in a more regular fashion--I find I can't fast, for example, if I haven't slept, and a lot of sick kids have cut into my sleep. (Just like it cuts into my ability to work out.)
So, if I can drop another 20-30-probably-not-40 but maintain it in this fashion (following up "regular" meals with fasting), I'm hep.
So, if I can drop another 20-30-probably-not-40 but maintain it in this fashion (following up "regular" meals with fasting), I'm hep.
Posted by: moviegique at January 13, 2017 05:39 PM (CcUfv)
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39 Posted by: jd at January 13, 2017 05:32 PM (IiR2y)
That's my line, I'm one stomach flu away from my goal weight. My husband gained 15 lbs over the holidays and he wants to catch the flu so he won't eat.
We are going on vacation so he's on a mandatory diet at dinner.
Posted by: CaliGirl at January 13, 2017 05:37 PM (IgBFP)
My doctor friend had a brainwave which I might try to patent. To wit, since ipecac makes you puke violently if taken full strength, I assume it can be diluted to a concentration that can only make you not want to eat. Any stronger you feel nauseous and so on until vomitus ensues. Plus, it's already FDA approved at the full strength level.
Hmm.
That's my line, I'm one stomach flu away from my goal weight. My husband gained 15 lbs over the holidays and he wants to catch the flu so he won't eat.
We are going on vacation so he's on a mandatory diet at dinner.
Posted by: CaliGirl at January 13, 2017 05:37 PM (IgBFP)
My doctor friend had a brainwave which I might try to patent. To wit, since ipecac makes you puke violently if taken full strength, I assume it can be diluted to a concentration that can only make you not want to eat. Any stronger you feel nauseous and so on until vomitus ensues. Plus, it's already FDA approved at the full strength level.
Hmm.
Posted by: J.J. Sefton at January 13, 2017 05:39 PM (mbhDw)
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Semen is very high in protein, especially for women.
Posted by: J.J. Sefton at January 13, 2017 05:34 PM (mbhDw)
AND it tastes yummy.
Semen is very high in protein, especially for women.
Posted by: J.J. Sefton at January 13, 2017 05:34 PM (mbhDw)
AND it tastes yummy.
Posted by: Barney at January 13, 2017 05:39 PM (aTg6G)
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I've noticed my body really, REALLY wants to weight 230. I never go over and it is always difficult to stay under. Only fasting has worked. Exercise mostly makes me eat more so I net not much but strength, which is a nice plus.
I'm trying to get down to 205 but that's probably a pipe dream. I've done it before but I was younger. The body just doesn't respond the way it used to.
I'm trying to get down to 205 but that's probably a pipe dream. I've done it before but I was younger. The body just doesn't respond the way it used to.
Posted by: Moron Pundit at January 13, 2017 05:39 PM (xeeHA)
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15 I have made a truly half-ass attempt at all the things that require no big effort - might be time to take the treadmill out for a spin. After all, I need to look good for Ivanka.
Posted by: Weasel at January 13, 2017 05:32 PM (Sfs6o)
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Weasel! How's your operated upon foot? Are you back at work yet?
Posted by: Weasel at January 13, 2017 05:32 PM (Sfs6o)
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Weasel! How's your operated upon foot? Are you back at work yet?
Posted by: washrivergal at January 13, 2017 05:40 PM (Ivjge)
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It's so therapeutic and yes it keeps me from lighting up! Presidents
day is the day I will attempt to quit for good. My bestie and I are
going to try together.
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Good for you!
My Mom quit cold turkey the day they told her she had a mass on her lung. It was lung cancer and it eventually killed her.
Quitting smoking will not only help your health and your pocketbook, but it will help the lives of those you love--I would never want anyone I know to go through the pain my Mom did, or what I had to watch her endure.
/lecture off. sorry.
day is the day I will attempt to quit for good. My bestie and I are
going to try together.
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Good for you!
My Mom quit cold turkey the day they told her she had a mass on her lung. It was lung cancer and it eventually killed her.
Quitting smoking will not only help your health and your pocketbook, but it will help the lives of those you love--I would never want anyone I know to go through the pain my Mom did, or what I had to watch her endure.
/lecture off. sorry.
Posted by: shibumi, who requires a cute kitty story stat! at January 13, 2017 05:40 PM (J5mC3)
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While vacationing in Minsk a few years back, I ran into a pleasant young Russian woman named Svedtlana. Well, by 'Russian' I mean half-Latvian and by 'young' I mean 40 year old divorcee with seriously low self esteem and a flexible payment plan. So anyways, we... wait.
Wait wait wait, this is the GAINZZZ thread. My bad. The story about how I defiled a park bench where JEF and Mooch once shared an ice cream will have to wait.
I have dropped below the 180lbs wall where I frequently stall out. By cutting all soda from my diet, and by sticking with 20+ hour fasts daily (and a multi-day fast now and again) I have been able to keep losing fat. All of my pants are loose, even the 'skinny' pants I'd bought several years ago (or a decade or two if I'm honest). Whoever started pimping out this IF plan on the blog is a freakin' genius. I've been eating all kinds of crap for the past month, still lost weight.
I think that Dr. Fung fella is on the right track: it's mostly not about WHAT you eat, but when and how often.
That said, I did find a you tube video about how fructose is especially bad. I'd offer up a bunch of caveats, though, it seems like it may be single-sourced to a guy named Lustig, who has detractors; and I can't vouch for the science. But it does make sense: the 'obesity epidemic' started around the same time sugar (half glucose half fructose) was replaced by pure fructose as the sweetener of choice for all kinds of stuff.
Here's a link: http://tinyurl.com/heykzcl
Maybe it's something, maybe it isn't.
Wait wait wait, this is the GAINZZZ thread. My bad. The story about how I defiled a park bench where JEF and Mooch once shared an ice cream will have to wait.
I have dropped below the 180lbs wall where I frequently stall out. By cutting all soda from my diet, and by sticking with 20+ hour fasts daily (and a multi-day fast now and again) I have been able to keep losing fat. All of my pants are loose, even the 'skinny' pants I'd bought several years ago (or a decade or two if I'm honest). Whoever started pimping out this IF plan on the blog is a freakin' genius. I've been eating all kinds of crap for the past month, still lost weight.
I think that Dr. Fung fella is on the right track: it's mostly not about WHAT you eat, but when and how often.
That said, I did find a you tube video about how fructose is especially bad. I'd offer up a bunch of caveats, though, it seems like it may be single-sourced to a guy named Lustig, who has detractors; and I can't vouch for the science. But it does make sense: the 'obesity epidemic' started around the same time sugar (half glucose half fructose) was replaced by pure fructose as the sweetener of choice for all kinds of stuff.
Here's a link: http://tinyurl.com/heykzcl
Maybe it's something, maybe it isn't.
Posted by: The Atom Bomb of Loving Kindness at January 13, 2017 05:40 PM (8mYUr)
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Yohimbe was played by Toshiro Mifune, right?
So losing weight is GAINNZZ not LOZZEZ, right? I've lost weight since I last posted on GAINZZDAY (about 15 lbs), and my bench has stayed steady (went up a bit, actually - I have a new PR), but my deadlift has dropped a bit. I think part of that is form-related (in fact, I might start trying sumo stance), and part is that it's been a while since I deadlifted anywhere near my PR - for the past two months it's been more reps at a lower weight.
So losing weight is GAINNZZ not LOZZEZ, right? I've lost weight since I last posted on GAINZZDAY (about 15 lbs), and my bench has stayed steady (went up a bit, actually - I have a new PR), but my deadlift has dropped a bit. I think part of that is form-related (in fact, I might start trying sumo stance), and part is that it's been a while since I deadlifted anywhere near my PR - for the past two months it's been more reps at a lower weight.
Posted by: broseidon king of the brocean at January 13, 2017 05:40 PM (kumBu)
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Good vid on building your own lifting rack. I think Mark Rippetoe had a post about that, but I can't find it. Of course.
Posted by: sinalco at January 13, 2017 05:41 PM (yODqO)
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I gained weight over the holidays and just haven't been able to get back into my old routine. It's largely a question of will power in keeping with the intermittent fasting, which I continually break down on these days.
Similar problem with my writing. I just can't get back into the routine I had before the holidays.
Baby steps, though. This week was better than last week. Next week should be better still (although there's a three day sales conference that I have to go to, so that might include meals I need to go to that I normally wouldn't eat). We shall see.
Similar problem with my writing. I just can't get back into the routine I had before the holidays.
Baby steps, though. This week was better than last week. Next week should be better still (although there's a three day sales conference that I have to go to, so that might include meals I need to go to that I normally wouldn't eat). We shall see.
Posted by: TheJamesMadison at January 13, 2017 05:41 PM (zdM/+)
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Posted by: J.J. Sefton at January 13, 2017 05:36 PM (mbhDw)
My trainer holds my foot in his hands for a boost. The left leg I use more of a boost. My right leg, stomach muscles were pulled and I did 8 pull-ups with the right leg and I barely had a boost. He told me 15 pounds. The right leg I use maybe 30 pounds.
I work out at a martial arts gym. There are no machines. Free weights, kettle bells is all they have.
My trainer holds my foot in his hands for a boost. The left leg I use more of a boost. My right leg, stomach muscles were pulled and I did 8 pull-ups with the right leg and I barely had a boost. He told me 15 pounds. The right leg I use maybe 30 pounds.
I work out at a martial arts gym. There are no machines. Free weights, kettle bells is all they have.
Posted by: CaliGirl at January 13, 2017 05:41 PM (IgBFP)
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I don't smoke, I'm NOT getting laid so I'm not giving up drinking. 2 out 3 is good to me.
Posted by: I Need a Drink at January 13, 2017 05:38 PM (bKxiT)
How YOU doin'? ;-)
Posted by: I Need a Drink at January 13, 2017 05:38 PM (bKxiT)
How YOU doin'? ;-)
Posted by: horny monkey at January 13, 2017 05:41 PM (8TdcF)
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15 lbs: Tension bands, comically large rubber bands will help ladies do pull-ups.
It's tough to measure how much because it's proportionate to the stretching.
It's tough to measure how much because it's proportionate to the stretching.
Posted by: BourbonChicken at January 13, 2017 05:41 PM (VdICR)
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Anyway, it's going ok. It's not as intuitive as Id hoped, but I have a rough template now so that's good.
Posted by: Lauren at January 13, 2017 05:37 PM (WezLu)
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UX design is something that is a lot like magic to me. People that are good at if seem to do it effortlessly and I can't do it at all. Just have to keep iterating on projects like that. You'll get where you're going.
Posted by: Lauren at January 13, 2017 05:37 PM (WezLu)
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UX design is something that is a lot like magic to me. People that are good at if seem to do it effortlessly and I can't do it at all. Just have to keep iterating on projects like that. You'll get where you're going.
Posted by: Moron Pundit at January 13, 2017 05:41 PM (xeeHA)
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It's not a super-big deal but I read 70 books last year, excluding tech material in my field. Recreationally, in other words. I like that, gonna try to keep it up this year.
I'm finally getting my home studio together to make some music. Having trouble with the keyboard talking to the software but this will be the year I actually record some of the music I've written over the years.
I'm finally getting my home studio together to make some music. Having trouble with the keyboard talking to the software but this will be the year I actually record some of the music I've written over the years.
Posted by: moviegique at January 13, 2017 05:42 PM (CcUfv)
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I need to get motivated, My problem being Mobility. I walk like a toddler. I can't drive. I need to move but I'm literally stuck in the house by myself. Any insights. My wife and kids have a life outside the house. I do not. Help.
Posted by: USNtakim at January 13, 2017 05:38 PM (hMqvx)
Get a saw. Do NOT name it Stumpy.
Woodwork can be as simple as a lathe, and turning tops for Ronald McDonald House (neighbor turned over 1,000 last year). Whittling costs a knife and a stick. Birdhouses are wonderful for the neighborhood.
Posted by: USNtakim at January 13, 2017 05:38 PM (hMqvx)
Get a saw. Do NOT name it Stumpy.
Woodwork can be as simple as a lathe, and turning tops for Ronald McDonald House (neighbor turned over 1,000 last year). Whittling costs a knife and a stick. Birdhouses are wonderful for the neighborhood.
Posted by: MarkY at January 13, 2017 05:42 PM (g6yUI)
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Here are some links I've collected since the last GAINZ thread to post for fellow GAINZZERS.
Epic Meal Time makes Keto Pizza (youtube video). I've tried other keto pizzas that turned out pretty good, but not this particular one.
http://preview.tinyurl.com/jkz92x3
NYT had an interesting article about bariatric surgery. Doctors believe patients weight loss is due as much to changes in gut chemistry and gut bacteria as it is to eating less.
http://preview.tinyurl.com/jgd48ya
Kevin Rose has released an app called Zero that you can use to track your fasting.
http://preview.tinyurl.com/hew3zmt
Nutella and bacon cause cancer. Of course. Why not?
http://preview.tinyurl.com/ho2yrt3
Epic Meal Time makes Keto Pizza (youtube video). I've tried other keto pizzas that turned out pretty good, but not this particular one.
http://preview.tinyurl.com/jkz92x3
NYT had an interesting article about bariatric surgery. Doctors believe patients weight loss is due as much to changes in gut chemistry and gut bacteria as it is to eating less.
http://preview.tinyurl.com/jgd48ya
Kevin Rose has released an app called Zero that you can use to track your fasting.
http://preview.tinyurl.com/hew3zmt
Nutella and bacon cause cancer. Of course. Why not?
http://preview.tinyurl.com/ho2yrt3
Posted by: sinalco at January 13, 2017 05:42 PM (yODqO)
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>>>>I need to get motivated, My problem being Mobility. I walk like a toddler. I can't drive. I need to move but I'm literally stuck in the house by myself. Any insights. My wife and kids have a life outside the house. I do not. Help.
there are a lot of mobility videos from Kelly Starlett on youtube (i think he calls it "WOD" or something for workout of the day).
Mobility exercises are pretty tedious and not very fun, but they do work, if kept to. The time horizon is like six months to really improve mobility, though. Physical therapists recommend doing half an hour of mobility exercising per day (according to which spots need it the most).
there are a lot of mobility videos from Kelly Starlett on youtube (i think he calls it "WOD" or something for workout of the day).
Mobility exercises are pretty tedious and not very fun, but they do work, if kept to. The time horizon is like six months to really improve mobility, though. Physical therapists recommend doing half an hour of mobility exercising per day (according to which spots need it the most).
Posted by: ace at January 13, 2017 05:42 PM (8rNrN)
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56 I work out at a martial arts gym. There are no machines. Free weights, kettle bells is all they have.
Posted by: CaliGirl at January 13, 2017 05:41 PM (IgBFP)
Yeah, I was referring to the dip machine.
Posted by: CaliGirl at January 13, 2017 05:41 PM (IgBFP)
Yeah, I was referring to the dip machine.
Posted by: J.J. Sefton at January 13, 2017 05:43 PM (mbhDw)
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How is Yohimbe related to Harambe? Discuss.
Posted by: Captain Obvious at January 13, 2017 05:43 PM (yODqO)
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I bought my cage on Craig's list for $300. Worth it. I would also saw off my fingers if I tried to build my own.
Posted by: moviegique at January 13, 2017 05:43 PM (CcUfv)
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I need to get motivated, My problem being Mobility. I walk like a toddler. I can't drive. I need to move but I'm literally stuck in the house by myself. Any insights. My wife and kids have a life outside the house. I do not. Help.
Posted by: USNtakim at January 13, 2017 05:38 PM (hMqvx)
Come to Roseburg, OR. Old US Army will get you out and and moving. You like beer?
Posted by: USNtakim at January 13, 2017 05:38 PM (hMqvx)
Come to Roseburg, OR. Old US Army will get you out and and moving. You like beer?
Posted by: I Need a Drink at January 13, 2017 05:43 PM (bKxiT)
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Posted by: washrivergal at January 13, 2017 05:40 PM (Ivjge)
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Hi washrivergal! I'm doing well, thanks. The foot is good and I only missed a couple weeks of work so I guess I have been back about 2 or 3 weeks now, It's still a little sore but I think that's just scar tissue so it's all good. Thanks for asking!
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Hi washrivergal! I'm doing well, thanks. The foot is good and I only missed a couple weeks of work so I guess I have been back about 2 or 3 weeks now, It's still a little sore but I think that's just scar tissue so it's all good. Thanks for asking!
Posted by: Weasel at January 13, 2017 05:43 PM (Sfs6o)
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"After the doctors said I needed to drink less cause they think I drink too much, loose some pounds and I have type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure and shit from Agent Orange I reminded them. I don't smoke, I'm NOT getting laid so I'm not giving up drinking. 2 out 3 is good to me."
I hate to tell you this...but booze is causing the high BP, the extra weight.
Try to quit.
I hate to tell you this...but booze is causing the high BP, the extra weight.
Try to quit.
Posted by: Harun at January 13, 2017 05:44 PM (UBBWX)
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I walked 1.5 miles today which doesn't sound like a lot, I realize, but it was outside (I don't have a treadmill and can't afford that or a gym membership) so given the somewhat lousy, cold weather we have had prior to the last couple of days I feel that was a gain.
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at January 13, 2017 05:44 PM (tOcW/)
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65 How is Yohimbe related to Harambe? Discuss.
Posted by: Captain Obvious at January 13, 2017 05:43 PM (yODqO)
Yojimbo?
Posted by: Captain Obvious at January 13, 2017 05:43 PM (yODqO)
Yojimbo?
Posted by: J.J. Sefton at January 13, 2017 05:44 PM (mbhDw)
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I can't drive.
*******
What do you like to do? Maybe develop some hobbies, 1 at a time, in areas that you have natural interest in? I started handwriting letters to a few people, and it has developed into a fun thing for me and the friends that I write to.
*******
What do you like to do? Maybe develop some hobbies, 1 at a time, in areas that you have natural interest in? I started handwriting letters to a few people, and it has developed into a fun thing for me and the friends that I write to.
Posted by: L, Elle at January 13, 2017 05:44 PM (rGtm/)
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But I look pretty good. I'm not wearing those shirts I used to pick out that were strategically drapey to try to hide my belly.
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So you're wearing those cropped tank tops now? Sweet.
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So you're wearing those cropped tank tops now? Sweet.
Posted by: wth at January 13, 2017 05:44 PM (HgMAr)
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What I've learned in last month is that eating bread is the gainzzz killer. I had cut out all bread for the last few years but ate the other carbs as normal . Stayed in good shape with exercise. Last month I started eating bread again because of the convenience during a busy time and bam! Gainzzz killer. Stopped the bread again but man I'm going to miss the convenience of sandwiches.
Posted by: Sebastian Melmoth at January 13, 2017 05:44 PM (FO7Ul)
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I am enjoying getting back outside now that the rain has stopped, pulling all the weeds in the yard was my exercise for today.
Posted by: Tinfoilbaby at January 13, 2017 05:44 PM (6Ll1u)
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This far down, I don't know that this will get read...
Long time reader, seldom participant here.
With your scale, hydration matters on the BF% it gives you. It works by measuring the resistance through your body. So if you are well hydrated one time and not the next, its going to have an impact on those numbers.
My GAINZZ so far: 1/2" to my arms, and 1" to my legs, while losing six pounds. Sadly my middle is still...round.
Long time reader, seldom participant here.
With your scale, hydration matters on the BF% it gives you. It works by measuring the resistance through your body. So if you are well hydrated one time and not the next, its going to have an impact on those numbers.
My GAINZZ so far: 1/2" to my arms, and 1" to my legs, while losing six pounds. Sadly my middle is still...round.
Posted by: SSG Kane at January 13, 2017 05:44 PM (7DAPP)
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Wait, if I start getting laid I'm supposed to stop drinking? No one informed me of this!
Posted by: broseidon king of the brocean at January 13, 2017 05:44 PM (kumBu)
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I hit a plateau for over a week. The Jerome strips were only turning pink and I was fasting 23 hours and eating one meal a day of 4 fried eggs and steak/hamburger patties.
I checked the NyQuil which to my shock has 13 grams of sugar and 93 calories per serving. Then I checked the powered Splenda, which has dextrose as the main ingredient, which acts a a gram of sugar in the body
After over a week of ditching those, the Jerome strips are purple to dark purple and the weight is melting off again.
My two cents so people don't make the same mistake.
I checked the NyQuil which to my shock has 13 grams of sugar and 93 calories per serving. Then I checked the powered Splenda, which has dextrose as the main ingredient, which acts a a gram of sugar in the body
After over a week of ditching those, the Jerome strips are purple to dark purple and the weight is melting off again.
My two cents so people don't make the same mistake.
Posted by: Pepe at January 13, 2017 05:45 PM (4QKpw)
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So you're wearing those cropped tank tops now? Sweet.
Posted by: wth at January 13, 2017 05:44 PM (HgMAr)
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He keep ripping through the sleeves of anything else.
Posted by: wth at January 13, 2017 05:44 PM (HgMAr)
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He keep ripping through the sleeves of anything else.
Posted by: Moron Pundit at January 13, 2017 05:45 PM (xeeHA)
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shibumi...you would think my husband having a stroke would have done it for me. He quit that day and never looked back. I am just under so much stress with my mom, job etc but that's just a flimsy excuse. I need to do this!! I WANT to do this!
Posted by: DeplorableJewells45 at January 13, 2017 05:45 PM (CNHr1)
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Similar problem with my writing. I just can't get back into the routine I had before the holidays.
Baby steps, though. This week was better than last week. Next week
should be better still (although there's a three day sales conference
that I have to go to, so that might include meals I need to go to that I
normally wouldn't eat). We shall see.
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I've had a hard time getting back into the freelance groove.
It's like half the world is still on vacation. For all I know, they're suffering Trump Trauma. I don't get emails answered in a timely manner, and forget about getting a phone call returned.
Everything that should be easy has been... hard these past two weeks.
So you're not the only one swiming against the tide.
Baby steps, though. This week was better than last week. Next week
should be better still (although there's a three day sales conference
that I have to go to, so that might include meals I need to go to that I
normally wouldn't eat). We shall see.
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I've had a hard time getting back into the freelance groove.
It's like half the world is still on vacation. For all I know, they're suffering Trump Trauma. I don't get emails answered in a timely manner, and forget about getting a phone call returned.
Everything that should be easy has been... hard these past two weeks.
So you're not the only one swiming against the tide.
Posted by: shibumi, who requires a cute kitty story stat! at January 13, 2017 05:45 PM (J5mC3)
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I'm the same way with bread. I can basically eat whatever I want and lose weight as long as it's not bread or wheat.
Posted by: Lauren at January 13, 2017 05:45 PM (WezLu)
Posted by: I Need a Drink at January 13, 2017 05:46 PM (bKxiT)
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Posted by: Pepe at January 13, 2017 05:45 PM (4QKpw)
I'm happy you found the culprit. NyQuil makes my heart pound, I won't take it.
I'm happy you found the culprit. NyQuil makes my heart pound, I won't take it.
Posted by: CaliGirl at January 13, 2017 05:46 PM (IgBFP)
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>But I look pretty good. I'm not wearing those shirts I used to pick out that were strategically drapey to try to hide my belly.>
When you start wearing the one size too small T-shirt , that's when you will know that you've reached your goal.
When you start wearing the one size too small T-shirt , that's when you will know that you've reached your goal.
Posted by: Sebastian Melmoth at January 13, 2017 05:46 PM (FO7Ul)
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I deadlifted today. The past several weeks I've been working on my grip strength by deadlifting using the double overhand grip (vice the over/under grip). Double overhand is much, much harder.
So today, I hit a PR of 340 lbs by 5 reps, double overhand.
Here's the video: http://tinyurl.com/hpdm3sr
So today, I hit a PR of 340 lbs by 5 reps, double overhand.
Here's the video: http://tinyurl.com/hpdm3sr
Posted by: Sixkiller at January 13, 2017 05:46 PM (BiXfR)
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Posted by: L, Elle at January 13, 2017 05:44 PM (rGtm/)
As a person that still sometimes sends snail mail, I have been told that people really appreciate a handwritten letter. Good for you!
As a person that still sometimes sends snail mail, I have been told that people really appreciate a handwritten letter. Good for you!
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at January 13, 2017 05:46 PM (tOcW/)
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65 How is Yohimbe related to Harambe? Discuss.
Posted by: Captain Obvious at January 13, 2017 05:43 PM (yODqO)
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I'm pretty sure that's her Mom's name. You know, the one living upstairs at the WH.
Posted by: Captain Obvious at January 13, 2017 05:43 PM (yODqO)
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I'm pretty sure that's her Mom's name. You know, the one living upstairs at the WH.
Posted by: wth at January 13, 2017 05:46 PM (HgMAr)
Posted by: BuckIV at January 13, 2017 05:46 PM (CLfqv)
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I stopped eating pu$$y and lost 20 pounds in one week.
Posted by: Soona at January 13, 2017 05:46 PM (Fmupd)
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Actually: Thank God it's Flick It Friday's _Big Trouble In Little China_ at the Naro film event!
And, trust me, there won't be a finer event anywhere in Western Civilization!
Plus, I plan on winning some trivia prizes! So there's that.
Actually: Thank God it's Flick It Friday's _Big Trouble In Little China_ at the Naro film event!
And, trust me, there won't be a finer event anywhere in Western Civilization!
Plus, I plan on winning some trivia prizes! So there's that.
Posted by: Stoic Trumpublican at January 13, 2017 05:46 PM (dDOWg)
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IF is going great. I like knowing I can function quite well with no food for a long time--a mental thing. Recent yearly physical had *no* warning signs from blood tests, BP is normal. Incipient pre-diabetes appears to be diverted!
One improvement I had was a knee issue. About three years ago I slipped and fell HARD on one knee, but amazingly was able to get up and keep walking with no injury other than bruising. However, it was giving me sharp pains now and then with no sign of healing completely. Turns out it was sore tendons and tight leg muscles. My trainer is quite good at correcting issues like that. Gave me the right stretches to do...and the pain is gone. I work out quite a bit so this was a revelation to me--sometimes the stretches really are necessary as tight muscles can cause problems elsewhere. Stretches, and a few deep tissue massages (oh, the pain...) are good things.
One improvement I had was a knee issue. About three years ago I slipped and fell HARD on one knee, but amazingly was able to get up and keep walking with no injury other than bruising. However, it was giving me sharp pains now and then with no sign of healing completely. Turns out it was sore tendons and tight leg muscles. My trainer is quite good at correcting issues like that. Gave me the right stretches to do...and the pain is gone. I work out quite a bit so this was a revelation to me--sometimes the stretches really are necessary as tight muscles can cause problems elsewhere. Stretches, and a few deep tissue massages (oh, the pain...) are good things.
Posted by: Sabrina Chase at January 13, 2017 05:47 PM (SuJIo)
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my gainzz - finally got back on the low carb wagon yesterday!
Posted by: @votermom @vm at January 13, 2017 05:47 PM (Om16U)
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Woo. Fitness thread.
Holidays have been...unkind but I'm back on IF.
I started taking some GNC testosterone booster. Probably garbage but we'll try it out. I'll take a look at citralline, thanks.
Have done a little light weight work in the morning and, because getting old is fun, I'm having to do some P.C. muscle exercises to avoid pissing myself. TMI? TMI. Moving on.
Trying to walk the dog more, for his benefit and mine (pup had a spinal injury that laid him up most of the year). And starting to get a little arthritis in my right middle finger which is very specific and obscure but it interferes with some handguns I like. So may need to re-profile the grips on my Glock 19.
Otherwise, feeling a little better than this time last year. Belly still too big but baby steps. Making progress.
Holidays have been...unkind but I'm back on IF.
I started taking some GNC testosterone booster. Probably garbage but we'll try it out. I'll take a look at citralline, thanks.
Have done a little light weight work in the morning and, because getting old is fun, I'm having to do some P.C. muscle exercises to avoid pissing myself. TMI? TMI. Moving on.
Trying to walk the dog more, for his benefit and mine (pup had a spinal injury that laid him up most of the year). And starting to get a little arthritis in my right middle finger which is very specific and obscure but it interferes with some handguns I like. So may need to re-profile the grips on my Glock 19.
Otherwise, feeling a little better than this time last year. Belly still too big but baby steps. Making progress.
Posted by: Mark Andrew Edwards at January 13, 2017 05:47 PM (sh70B)
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Posted by: Sebastian Melmoth at January 13, 2017 05:44 PM (FO7Ul)
I use leaf lettuce for wraps. Romaine or red leaf. Iceberg will work too.
I use leaf lettuce for wraps. Romaine or red leaf. Iceberg will work too.
Posted by: CaliGirl at January 13, 2017 05:47 PM (IgBFP)
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Hobby-wise, I'm going to do something I've wanted to do for a long time - actively work to improve my voice quality. I've always been a decently talented voice mimic, and friends have urged me to try to do VA work, but I've never thought I was good enough. Anyway, I've found some online voice lessons, so I'm looking to improve enough in the next month or so that I can put together a demo tape in time for Penny Arcade Expo, and then give it to some of the indie devs there to see if I can get some actual work.
Posted by: broseidon king of the brocean at January 13, 2017 05:47 PM (kumBu)
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"Stopped the bread again but man I'm going to miss the convenience of sandwiches."
Try Flat Out wraps.
I make a BLT with that, and it satisfies the sandwich craving.
Try Flat Out wraps.
I make a BLT with that, and it satisfies the sandwich craving.
Posted by: Harun at January 13, 2017 05:47 PM (UBBWX)
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Harambe just pawn in game of life!
Posted by: Harambe at January 13, 2017 05:47 PM (bc2Lc)
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I have no GAINZZZ to report.
None at all.
Posted by: Weasel at January 13, 2017 05:28 PM (Sfs6o)
Me either.
And I can't seem to recover from my strange December. Can't sleep at night, have to make it up during the day, I'm all out of whack.
My "hobbies" are to start trading again (profitably, hopefully), get back to the gym again and create/sell tshirts. Something, anything, to get rid of the monotony.
None at all.
Posted by: Weasel at January 13, 2017 05:28 PM (Sfs6o)
Me either.
And I can't seem to recover from my strange December. Can't sleep at night, have to make it up during the day, I'm all out of whack.
My "hobbies" are to start trading again (profitably, hopefully), get back to the gym again and create/sell tshirts. Something, anything, to get rid of the monotony.
Posted by: Country Boy - Stay Deplorable My Friends at January 13, 2017 05:48 PM (Jcg9Q)
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Posted by: Sixkiller at January 13, 2017 05:46 PM (BiXfR)
You rock!!
You rock!!
Posted by: CaliGirl at January 13, 2017 05:48 PM (IgBFP)
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sixkiller,
I'm a n00b but are you sure your form is good? It looks like you're pulling the weight in two stages-- first just using your back, then moving your hips forward and locking your legs. Aren't you supposed to push your hips forward, extend your legs, and extend your back all at the same time?
I'm a n00b but are you sure your form is good? It looks like you're pulling the weight in two stages-- first just using your back, then moving your hips forward and locking your legs. Aren't you supposed to push your hips forward, extend your legs, and extend your back all at the same time?
Posted by: ace at January 13, 2017 05:49 PM (8rNrN)
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Posted by: Soona at January 13, 2017 05:46 PM (Fmupd)
- Now that was hilariously funny.
But you got it slightly backwards.
First you lose the 20 lbs. - THEN you get all the pussy you can eat for about a week... until you gain back the weight.
(I know this from dubious experience.)
Posted by: Soona at January 13, 2017 05:46 PM (Fmupd)
- Now that was hilariously funny.
But you got it slightly backwards.
First you lose the 20 lbs. - THEN you get all the pussy you can eat for about a week... until you gain back the weight.
(I know this from dubious experience.)
Posted by: Stoic Trumpublican at January 13, 2017 05:49 PM (dDOWg)
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Does frequency and ferocity of morning raging boners count as GAINZZZ?
Put me down for another yes.
Put me down for another yes.
Posted by: Pepe at January 13, 2017 05:49 PM (4QKpw)
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"Posted by: Sixkiller at January 13, 2017 05:46 PM (BiXfR)"
My grip strength is down a bit, so I might have to try that - see how high I can get going double overhand and then go back to mixed grip.
My grip strength is down a bit, so I might have to try that - see how high I can get going double overhand and then go back to mixed grip.
Posted by: broseidon king of the brocean at January 13, 2017 05:49 PM (kumBu)
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>>>Hobby-wise, I'm going to do something I've wanted to do for a long time - actively work to improve my voice quality. I've always been a decently talented voice mimic, and friends have urged me to try to do VA work, but I've never thought I was good enough. Anyway, I've found some online voice lessons, so I'm looking to improve enough in the next month or so that I can put together a demo tape in time for Penny Arcade Expo
ive wanted to do that forever -- not for voice acting, but just to generally improve voice. what classes are you taking?
(This is why I do these threads, to get tips like this.)
ive wanted to do that forever -- not for voice acting, but just to generally improve voice. what classes are you taking?
(This is why I do these threads, to get tips like this.)
Posted by: ace at January 13, 2017 05:50 PM (8rNrN)
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My pull ups are getting better. I am using about 15 pounds of help.
Posted by: CaliGirl
Nice, keep it up!
Posted by: CaliGirl
Nice, keep it up!
Posted by: Mark Andrew Edwards at January 13, 2017 05:50 PM (sh70B)
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93 (i had fallen into a see food diet over the holidays. made a serious effort to leave no carb behind! yikes)
Posted by: @votermom @vm at January 13, 2017 05:50 PM (Om16U)
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I smoked a pack of Winstons a day for 25 years. I decided to quit and started using the nicotine patch. After maybe a week I decided the patch was a crutch and the 'need' was all in my head - that made me mad, so I said fuck it and quit using the patch and haven't smoked since.
Posted by: Weasel at January 13, 2017 05:50 PM (Sfs6o)
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USNtakim, based on your username, you're a vet, yes? Organizations like the VFW and American Legion probably have programs that can get you out of the house for at least a few days a month.
Posted by: hogmartin at January 13, 2017 05:51 PM (8nWyX)
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My weight is up five pounds, but my waist is an inch smaller. Figure it out.
At the start of last year, I was doing 3500 strides in 30 minutes on the elliptical. By the end, I was up to 5600 strides in forty minutes.
I started taking Yohimbine hcl supplements (Harambe supplements I call them) and my first time out jumped to 6300 strides in 45 minutes. Now, I'm holding at about 6800, but I'm hoping to crack 7000.
At the start of last year, I was doing 3500 strides in 30 minutes on the elliptical. By the end, I was up to 5600 strides in forty minutes.
I started taking Yohimbine hcl supplements (Harambe supplements I call them) and my first time out jumped to 6300 strides in 45 minutes. Now, I'm holding at about 6800, but I'm hoping to crack 7000.
Posted by: V the K at January 13, 2017 05:51 PM (jn7FC)
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Posted by: FenelonSpoke at January 13, 2017 05:44 PM (tOcW/)
That's great Fenelon. I haven't walked as much because it's been raining. Today I walked and tomorrow I'm going to slog through the mud to the top of the hill to watch the space x launch. I hope they don't postpone it again.
That's great Fenelon. I haven't walked as much because it's been raining. Today I walked and tomorrow I'm going to slog through the mud to the top of the hill to watch the space x launch. I hope they don't postpone it again.
Posted by: CaliGirl at January 13, 2017 05:51 PM (IgBFP)
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hubby got a pullnup bar that attaches to a door frame
so far I can swing from it and bring my knees up
pull ups are a myth afaiac
so far I can swing from it and bring my knees up
pull ups are a myth afaiac
Posted by: @votermom @vm at January 13, 2017 05:52 PM (Om16U)
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you would think my husband having a stroke would have done it for me.
He quit that day and never looked back. I am just under so much stress
with my mom, job etc but that's just a flimsy excuse. I need to do
this!! I WANT to do this!
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I know how hard it is. I watched my Mom try to quit many times; however, my Dad had a long term illness and she was incredibly stressed all the time. So I understand. Life is hard enough without trying to stop an addiction. Because that's what it is.
Also... when you're married and have a family, everything you do impacts them. If you have kids and you get sick, it will be hard on them. We never think about that, but that's the way it is. As much as you personally don't want to suffer, you don't want your children to see you suffer. And they don't want that for you.
If you want to do this, you can. Both of my parents stopped for medical reasons. And if you're stubborn, all the better. Make the stubbornness work for you-- use your stubbornness to prove everyone who says you can't quit to be wrong!
He quit that day and never looked back. I am just under so much stress
with my mom, job etc but that's just a flimsy excuse. I need to do
this!! I WANT to do this!
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I know how hard it is. I watched my Mom try to quit many times; however, my Dad had a long term illness and she was incredibly stressed all the time. So I understand. Life is hard enough without trying to stop an addiction. Because that's what it is.
Also... when you're married and have a family, everything you do impacts them. If you have kids and you get sick, it will be hard on them. We never think about that, but that's the way it is. As much as you personally don't want to suffer, you don't want your children to see you suffer. And they don't want that for you.
If you want to do this, you can. Both of my parents stopped for medical reasons. And if you're stubborn, all the better. Make the stubbornness work for you-- use your stubbornness to prove everyone who says you can't quit to be wrong!
Posted by: shibumi, who requires a cute kitty story stat! at January 13, 2017 05:52 PM (J5mC3)
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My hobby is making sure I learn how to dream when I sleep. Yes, you can do this. Obviously, I steer towards the erotic dreams and playing baseball.
Posted by: Pepe at January 13, 2017 05:52 PM (4QKpw)
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My Gainzzz have been great. I am down six pounds and am six away from my goal weight. I am starting to see some definition in my shoulders and overall strength gains. My daughter started guitar lessons a couple of weeks ago. I told her she could teach me after each one. It's reinforcement for her and I get to learn as well. My fingertips are numb and sore and the same time, and I can now play Happy Birthday and Twinkle Twinkle Little Star. Yay, me! LOL
Posted by: no good deed at January 13, 2017 05:52 PM (hJamr)
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While citrulline does not make me jittery I do have a hard time falling asleep, so I take it very early ( when I wake in the am). It does work well for post workout inflamation/soreness/recovery.
Posted by: Regular joe at January 13, 2017 05:52 PM (ROIz5)
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GAINzzzzzz. 5 lbs in first week of IF. Blew the low carb part today. 50 lashes and back on the wagon tomorrow
New skill for 2017: new language. Check out Duolingo on the apple appstore. Awesome! Will be fluent in a new language and 40 lbs lighter by year end
New skill for 2017: new language. Check out Duolingo on the apple appstore. Awesome! Will be fluent in a new language and 40 lbs lighter by year end
Posted by: Not Really Concerned About Architecture At All at January 13, 2017 05:53 PM (LCX/y)
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btw i've begun weightlifting again, but am only doing low weight with squats and deadlifts to make sure my form is good (and so it becomes muscle memory) and to make sure there aren't any parts of my body that are going to get injured.
I don't know when I'll be ready to do a real challenging weight on those yet.
I don't know when I'll be ready to do a real challenging weight on those yet.
Posted by: ace at January 13, 2017 05:53 PM (8rNrN)
Posted by: moviegique at January 13, 2017 05:53 PM (CcUfv)
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I need to get motivated, My problem being Mobility. I walk like a toddler. I can't drive. I need to move but I'm literally stuck in the house by myself. Any insights. My wife and kids have a life outside the house. I do not. Help.
Posted by: USNtakim at January 13, 2017 05:38 PM (hMqvx)
Honestly? Yoga. Try it alone when no one can see you trying it out. Great for mobility and muscle stamina.
Posted by: USNtakim at January 13, 2017 05:38 PM (hMqvx)
Honestly? Yoga. Try it alone when no one can see you trying it out. Great for mobility and muscle stamina.
Posted by: Mark Andrew Edwards at January 13, 2017 05:53 PM (sh70B)
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I'm down to 225 this week. My goal for the month is 220, and then 210 in February. I want to be able to pass the tape test to get into the Guard or Reserves, and I think if I can hit 210 I'll make it. Still only getting twice a week in the gym, and it's not on a regular schedule which leaves me very sore when I do lift, and my squat has dropped down to 245 from 295 at its peak.
Personal development.
I've been going to a swing dance regularly on Thursdays. In February I'm going to sign up for the lesson series, which is only about $50. I'm also planning to sign up for an introduction to blacksmithing course in Pasadena. It's $60 for a half-day, but after that I can take a few of the other courses and pay $30 on open forge days.
In March or April I want to get my motorcycle endorsement.
Personal development.
I've been going to a swing dance regularly on Thursdays. In February I'm going to sign up for the lesson series, which is only about $50. I'm also planning to sign up for an introduction to blacksmithing course in Pasadena. It's $60 for a half-day, but after that I can take a few of the other courses and pay $30 on open forge days.
In March or April I want to get my motorcycle endorsement.
Posted by: Colorado Alex In Exile at January 13, 2017 05:53 PM (S2V6F)
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Had to get off all wheat 5 years ago. I became intolerant to it and it was affecting my thyroid. Pounds melted off. Unbelievable. I can eat as much as I want now and not gain weight. I also try...a little..to limit sugar.
Posted by: Libertarianwannabe at January 13, 2017 05:53 PM (nQ10o)
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>>shibumi...you would think my husband having a stroke would have done it for me. He quit that day and never looked back. I am just under so much stress with my mom, job etc but that's just a flimsy excuse. I need to do this!! I WANT to do this!
I quit smoking (again) on New Years. I hate the New Years resolution thing but a buddy and I decided we would quit together and he picked New Years so here I am.
It's actually pretty easy for me despite it being a pretty stressful time. I just focus on all the things about smoking I don't like, the cost, the smell, the social outcast nature of smoking and try to focus on how much better I feel everyday without a smoke.
Once you get past the first week it gets a lot easier.
Making some good gains working mainly my legs and upper body. The back surgery is taking longer to come back from that I had thought, played havoc with my sea legs, so strengthening them is a must.
Fasting doesn't work for me. I just pig out after starving myself. Just eating in moderation and experimenting with different chicken and pork recipes.
I quit smoking (again) on New Years. I hate the New Years resolution thing but a buddy and I decided we would quit together and he picked New Years so here I am.
It's actually pretty easy for me despite it being a pretty stressful time. I just focus on all the things about smoking I don't like, the cost, the smell, the social outcast nature of smoking and try to focus on how much better I feel everyday without a smoke.
Once you get past the first week it gets a lot easier.
Making some good gains working mainly my legs and upper body. The back surgery is taking longer to come back from that I had thought, played havoc with my sea legs, so strengthening them is a must.
Fasting doesn't work for me. I just pig out after starving myself. Just eating in moderation and experimenting with different chicken and pork recipes.
Posted by: JackStraw at January 13, 2017 05:54 PM (/tuJf)
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Posted by: CaliGirl at January 13, 2017 05:51 PM (IgBFP)
I also do something called "Walk Away The Pounds" which is a video you can do while watching TV. or movies The moves are simple, but it is exercise. That way if the weather is lousy I can do that. although I Prefer if there are interesting things to look at outside.
I also do something called "Walk Away The Pounds" which is a video you can do while watching TV. or movies The moves are simple, but it is exercise. That way if the weather is lousy I can do that. although I Prefer if there are interesting things to look at outside.
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at January 13, 2017 05:54 PM (tOcW/)
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My "hobby" this winter seems to be kitchen remodeling.
As in paint, floor, cabinet refinish and counter top.
The fun hobby is replacing the depleted inventory of dry flies. This is a yearly task that I really love doing.
As in paint, floor, cabinet refinish and counter top.
The fun hobby is replacing the depleted inventory of dry flies. This is a yearly task that I really love doing.
Posted by: irongrampa at January 13, 2017 05:54 PM (X35Yt)
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My hobby is making sure I learn how to dream when I sleep. Yes, you can
do this. Obviously, I steer towards the erotic dreams and playing
baseball.
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1. You already dream, you just don't remember them.
2. Wake up slowly, without an alarm. Think about your dreams before you open your eyes.
3. Some say a notebook on the nightstand helps; you write anything down you remember as soon as you wake up.
My hobby is making sure I learn how to dream when I sleep. Yes, you can
do this. Obviously, I steer towards the erotic dreams and playing
baseball.
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1. You already dream, you just don't remember them.
2. Wake up slowly, without an alarm. Think about your dreams before you open your eyes.
3. Some say a notebook on the nightstand helps; you write anything down you remember as soon as you wake up.
Posted by: shibumi, who requires a cute kitty story stat! at January 13, 2017 05:54 PM (J5mC3)
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55- The James Madison. Yup, a familiar problem. For me, there was this fear that I would somehow fail to accomplish what I did before (walks of 6-12 miles depending on work). Accomplishing this again, just once, put me back on track.
Posted by: Skookumchuk at January 13, 2017 05:54 PM (/WPPJ)
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Last summer, lost 6 pounds on vacation (Philippines) and dropped a few more when i got home to get down to 211, which was my weight when i got married mumblety years ago.
So then came the slide, combined with an on-going heel-pain issue that keeps me from jogging and i was back to 225+ by Xmas.
So back to being good in January. Problem is i know how to lose the weight. Just a matter of entering my Zen want-to-lose-weight mode.
1) Stop drinking calories
2) 3 scrambled eggs for breakfast
3) 2 bowls of soup during the day at work
4) Eat any reasonable dinner
5) stop snacking after dinner
6) 30+ minutes on the elliptical each night
Down 4 pounds so far this month and haven't even been good on #5
Convince yourself that the feeling of an empty stomach is good (or at least acceptable)
Now i have to maintain the streak. Willpower is strongest before the first give-in to temptation. One coke leads to two cokes....
So then came the slide, combined with an on-going heel-pain issue that keeps me from jogging and i was back to 225+ by Xmas.
So back to being good in January. Problem is i know how to lose the weight. Just a matter of entering my Zen want-to-lose-weight mode.
1) Stop drinking calories
2) 3 scrambled eggs for breakfast
3) 2 bowls of soup during the day at work
4) Eat any reasonable dinner
5) stop snacking after dinner
6) 30+ minutes on the elliptical each night
Down 4 pounds so far this month and haven't even been good on #5
Convince yourself that the feeling of an empty stomach is good (or at least acceptable)
Now i have to maintain the streak. Willpower is strongest before the first give-in to temptation. One coke leads to two cokes....
Posted by: Buzzsaw90 at January 13, 2017 05:55 PM (PqqkK)
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pull ups are a myth afaiac
Negatives. Negatives are your friend.
Use a stool or a chair to get up into pullup position and let yourself down as slowly as possible.
Pretty soon you'll be able to pull yourself up.
Negatives. Negatives are your friend.
Use a stool or a chair to get up into pullup position and let yourself down as slowly as possible.
Pretty soon you'll be able to pull yourself up.
Posted by: Bandersnatch, gentleman cad at January 13, 2017 05:55 PM (mgbwf)
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ace - just a thing on deadlift form. Depending on height and limb proportions some folks need to deadlift in stages to keep the weight over the mid-foot and also get it past their knees.
Posted by: jd at January 13, 2017 05:55 PM (IiR2y)
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>>>Will be fluent in a new language and 40 lbs lighter by year end
time scale on fluency in a foreign language is going to be longer than that, unless you do something very immersive. Even if you do something semi-immersive, like going to a local college's conversation class, that's just an hour or two a week and won't really get you there.
It's definitely doable, but "fluency" takes a while. Just don't want you to get frustrated about that.
ps, immersion is critical -- sign up for conversation classes or free conversation groups. without being forced to use the language at real-time speed, you won't ever really get it.
also look into getting a channel in that language on cable. The spanish ones are free, of course.
time scale on fluency in a foreign language is going to be longer than that, unless you do something very immersive. Even if you do something semi-immersive, like going to a local college's conversation class, that's just an hour or two a week and won't really get you there.
It's definitely doable, but "fluency" takes a while. Just don't want you to get frustrated about that.
ps, immersion is critical -- sign up for conversation classes or free conversation groups. without being forced to use the language at real-time speed, you won't ever really get it.
also look into getting a channel in that language on cable. The spanish ones are free, of course.
Posted by: ace at January 13, 2017 05:56 PM (8rNrN)
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Aren't you supposed to push your hips forward, extend your legs, and extend your back all at the same time?
Posted by: ace at January 13, 2017 05:49 PM (8rNrN)
No. You can't. You have to get that weight moving upwards - almost halfway up - before you can engage your hips. Ideally my legs are 'leg pressing' early on - and they are - and I'm holding the weight with my arms rather than using my back. I haven't turned that into a back movement.
My one criticism of the lift: my back is slightly more rounded than I would prefer. Not too badly, but somewhat. I will work on that. It's a downside of working out alone - nobody there to critique me; and an advantage of having someone videotape me - I can review it later and critique myself.
I appreciate your comments. I'm always looking to improve and your comments help.
Posted by: ace at January 13, 2017 05:49 PM (8rNrN)
No. You can't. You have to get that weight moving upwards - almost halfway up - before you can engage your hips. Ideally my legs are 'leg pressing' early on - and they are - and I'm holding the weight with my arms rather than using my back. I haven't turned that into a back movement.
My one criticism of the lift: my back is slightly more rounded than I would prefer. Not too badly, but somewhat. I will work on that. It's a downside of working out alone - nobody there to critique me; and an advantage of having someone videotape me - I can review it later and critique myself.
I appreciate your comments. I'm always looking to improve and your comments help.
Posted by: Sixkiller at January 13, 2017 05:56 PM (BiXfR)
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On a real clear day I can see the launches from Vandenberg here, what time? Seeing as the rain washed all the pollution out for now, and it's supposed to be clear tomorrow.
Posted by: Tinfoilbaby at January 13, 2017 05:57 PM (6Ll1u)
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So today, I hit a PR of 340 lbs by 5 reps, double overhand.
Here's the video: http://tinyurl.com/hpdm3sr
Posted by: Sixkiller at January 13, 2017 05:46 PM (BiXfR)
Nice!!
Here's the video: http://tinyurl.com/hpdm3sr
Posted by: Sixkiller at January 13, 2017 05:46 PM (BiXfR)
Nice!!
Posted by: Country Boy - Stay Deplorable My Friends at January 13, 2017 05:57 PM (Jcg9Q)
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Posted by: FenelonSpoke at January 13, 2017 05:54 PM (tOcW/)
We have rain expected next week too. I'm going to have to walk inside my house or under the covered porch to get my steps for the day.
I play hide and seek with my cats. I chase them so at least I'm doing something.
We have rain expected next week too. I'm going to have to walk inside my house or under the covered porch to get my steps for the day.
I play hide and seek with my cats. I chase them so at least I'm doing something.
Posted by: CaliGirl at January 13, 2017 05:57 PM (IgBFP)
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I hate to tell you this...but booze is causing the high BP, the extra weight.
Try to quit.
Posted by: Harun at January 13, 2017 05:44 PM (UBBWX)
I don't drink that much for one, I have PTSD and since I moved here my and got the hell out of Portland and away from the libs and their bullshit there my blood pressure has dropped. I also have heart disease from Agent Orange, a little thing I picked up in Nam.
I know you mean well and I do appreciate it and thank you.
I love to cook and that makes it interesting.
Try to quit.
Posted by: Harun at January 13, 2017 05:44 PM (UBBWX)
I don't drink that much for one, I have PTSD and since I moved here my and got the hell out of Portland and away from the libs and their bullshit there my blood pressure has dropped. I also have heart disease from Agent Orange, a little thing I picked up in Nam.
I know you mean well and I do appreciate it and thank you.
I love to cook and that makes it interesting.
Posted by: I Need a Drink at January 13, 2017 05:57 PM (bKxiT)
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hobbies - crocheting a slytherin scarf for the kid
obsessively researching dogs
obsessively researching dogs
Posted by: @votermom @vm at January 13, 2017 05:58 PM (Om16U)
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Posted by: Tinfoilbaby at January 13, 2017 05:57 PM (6Ll1u)
9:54 AM. My friend is working on something with the launch. He hinted they may scrub it again. I don't want to text him and get him in trouble.
9:54 AM. My friend is working on something with the launch. He hinted they may scrub it again. I don't want to text him and get him in trouble.
Posted by: CaliGirl at January 13, 2017 05:58 PM (IgBFP)
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CaliGirl,
Thank you, sweetie!
And thanks for all your great ideas on 'healthy fats.' I pay attention, and I've incorporated many of them into my eating habits, e.g., sliced black olives, cottage cheese, sour cream, avocados, just to name a few.
Another key advantage of the healthy fats: they effectively kill my urge to snack between meals during my eating cycle.
Thank you, sweetie!
And thanks for all your great ideas on 'healthy fats.' I pay attention, and I've incorporated many of them into my eating habits, e.g., sliced black olives, cottage cheese, sour cream, avocados, just to name a few.
Another key advantage of the healthy fats: they effectively kill my urge to snack between meals during my eating cycle.
Posted by: Sixkiller at January 13, 2017 05:58 PM (BiXfR)
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Ok, I just spent a few minuets stretching and some dumbbells/wall push ups. Its a start? My fine motor control is kindof shot at this point. maybe I'll read more. Being in a failing body isn't all it is cracked up to be. My hobbie at this point is the internet. At least I can still type (badly and slow)
Posted by: USNtakim at January 13, 2017 05:58 PM (hMqvx)
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Posted by: CaliGirl at January 13, 2017 05:57 PM (IgBFP)
That's great and cats appreciate being played with. :^)
That's great and cats appreciate being played with. :^)
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at January 13, 2017 05:58 PM (tOcW/)
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I may start studying Russian again as well. It could be useful.
Posted by: no good deed at January 13, 2017 05:58 PM (hJamr)
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"I'm making a small shag rug that will probably be used by my cat."
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Tell cat to try shagging a deer
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Tell cat to try shagging a deer
Posted by: monkey at January 13, 2017 05:59 PM (PqqkK)
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"ive wanted to do that forever -- not for voice acting, but just to generally improve voice. what classes are you taking?
(This is why I do these threads, to get tips like this.)
Posted by: ace at January 13, 2017 05:50 PM (8rNrN) "
For the time being I've just been finding videos and doing some practice on my own, but voices.com has a lot of listings for local voice coaches. They've also got a lot of podcasts in their archive with VAs and voice coaches: https://www.voices.com/podcasts/voiceoverexperts/
I've also just been recording some stuff and sending it to a couple friends for feedback - works for the time being, but I think I'll eventually need a legit voice coach.
(This is why I do these threads, to get tips like this.)
Posted by: ace at January 13, 2017 05:50 PM (8rNrN) "
For the time being I've just been finding videos and doing some practice on my own, but voices.com has a lot of listings for local voice coaches. They've also got a lot of podcasts in their archive with VAs and voice coaches: https://www.voices.com/podcasts/voiceoverexperts/
I've also just been recording some stuff and sending it to a couple friends for feedback - works for the time being, but I think I'll eventually need a legit voice coach.
Posted by: broseidon king of the brocean at January 13, 2017 05:59 PM (kumBu)
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Posted by: Bandersnatch, gentleman cad at January 13, 2017 05:55 PM (mgbwf)
thanks, I'll try that
thanks, I'll try that
Posted by: @votermom @vm at January 13, 2017 05:59 PM (Om16U)
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108 I smoked a pack of Winstons a day for 25 years. I decided to quit and started using the nicotine patch. After maybe a week I decided the patch was a crutch and the 'need' was all in my head - that made me mad, so I said fuck it and quit using the patch and haven't smoked since.
Posted by: Weasel at January 13, 2017 05:50 PM (Sfs6o)
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I don't know why, but it seems it is easier for men to stop than woman. At least I hear more success stories from men. It's always, "the hell with it, that's it". My ex stopped about 4 years ago and now is on my case, and I tell you, it is very difficult to even contemplate even though I had quit for eight years before.
Posted by: Weasel at January 13, 2017 05:50 PM (Sfs6o)
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I don't know why, but it seems it is easier for men to stop than woman. At least I hear more success stories from men. It's always, "the hell with it, that's it". My ex stopped about 4 years ago and now is on my case, and I tell you, it is very difficult to even contemplate even though I had quit for eight years before.
Posted by: washrivergal at January 13, 2017 05:59 PM (Ivjge)
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133 - Tinfoilbaby. Pop worked at Vandenberg for a while. We used to go to Surf for the launches. A great childhood, in a different California.
Posted by: Skookumchuk at January 13, 2017 06:00 PM (/WPPJ)
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Tell cat to try shagging a deer
Posted by: monkey at January 13, 2017 05:59 PM
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She is not that kind of a girl!!! ELEVENTY!!!
Posted by: monkey at January 13, 2017 05:59 PM
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She is not that kind of a girl!!! ELEVENTY!!!
Posted by: shibumi, speaking for her virtuous kitty cat at January 13, 2017 06:00 PM (J5mC3)
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My grip strength is down a bit, so I might have to try that - see how high I can get going double overhand and then go back to mixed grip.
Posted by: broseidon king of the brocean at January 13, 2017 05:49 PM (kumBu)
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I'm going to go against my snarky mood and leave this comment alone.
Posted by: broseidon king of the brocean at January 13, 2017 05:49 PM (kumBu)
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I'm going to go against my snarky mood and leave this comment alone.
Posted by: Soona at January 13, 2017 06:00 PM (Fmupd)
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I may start studying Russian again as well. It could be useful.
Posted by: no good deed at January 13, 2017 05:58 PM (hJamr)
Don't worry, baby. I speak good American.
Posted by: no good deed at January 13, 2017 05:58 PM (hJamr)
Don't worry, baby. I speak good American.
Posted by: Anna Chapman at January 13, 2017 06:01 PM (nFdGS)
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Guess I should start updating the wiki again, too, hobby-wise. If we're going to start doing cool links, it'd be great to having a repository.
kingdomrpg.com
kingdomrpg.com
Posted by: moviegique at January 13, 2017 06:02 PM (CcUfv)
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Fuck John Lewis.
Posted by: garrett at January 13, 2017 06:02 PM (tdv0F)
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My grip strength is down a bit
Mine always fails on lat pull downs and seated rows. I need to work on it I guess as my strength improves. I have a limit to what I can do because my grip fails before the muscle I'm working does. I don't know what to do about it though.
My grip strength is down a bit
Mine always fails on lat pull downs and seated rows. I need to work on it I guess as my strength improves. I have a limit to what I can do because my grip fails before the muscle I'm working does. I don't know what to do about it though.
Posted by: no good deed at January 13, 2017 06:02 PM (hJamr)
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hubby got a pullnup bar that attaches to a door frame
so far I can swing from it and bring my knees up
pull ups are a myth afaiac
Posted by: @votermom @vm at January 13, 2017 05:52 PM (Om16U)
Keep at it! You goal is one and pretty soon you'll be doing 8-10 no problem.
Try hiking yourself with a foot stool to the top and lower yourself as slowly as you can to the count of 10 or such.
Negative reps really bring the strength.
so far I can swing from it and bring my knees up
pull ups are a myth afaiac
Posted by: @votermom @vm at January 13, 2017 05:52 PM (Om16U)
Keep at it! You goal is one and pretty soon you'll be doing 8-10 no problem.
Try hiking yourself with a foot stool to the top and lower yourself as slowly as you can to the count of 10 or such.
Negative reps really bring the strength.
Posted by: Hairyback Guy at January 13, 2017 06:02 PM (5VlCp)
Posted by: local news at January 13, 2017 06:03 PM (1isJI)
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Re: hobbies, I'd also like to be able to speak conversational Spanish without getting my face slapped, and become a proficient shooter with each and every gun I have.
Honestly, I probably don't have time for women. Too much other stuff I need to do.
Honestly, I probably don't have time for women. Too much other stuff I need to do.
Posted by: Country Boy - Stay Deplorable My Friends at January 13, 2017 06:03 PM (Jcg9Q)
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Posted by: washrivergal at January 13, 2017 05:59 PM (Ivjge)
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That could be - I will tell you that I thought about quitting for 20 of those 25 years and just figured it was just going to be too hard. In retrospect, it was just about the easiest thing I have ever done. The first week or two were not a lot of fun, but once I got pissed it was pretty easy.
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That could be - I will tell you that I thought about quitting for 20 of those 25 years and just figured it was just going to be too hard. In retrospect, it was just about the easiest thing I have ever done. The first week or two were not a lot of fun, but once I got pissed it was pretty easy.
Posted by: Weasel at January 13, 2017 06:03 PM (Sfs6o)
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Hey Country Boy - thanks!
I've been reading your comments on the ONT and elsewhere - but it's usually the day after. I just can't find the keyboard time these days...too much stuff going on.
In fact, I need to head outside and tend to the horses...the afternoon work cycle is just beginning! Thank goodness we're approaching a month past the Winter Solstice, I need the increased daylight.
I've been reading your comments on the ONT and elsewhere - but it's usually the day after. I just can't find the keyboard time these days...too much stuff going on.
In fact, I need to head outside and tend to the horses...the afternoon work cycle is just beginning! Thank goodness we're approaching a month past the Winter Solstice, I need the increased daylight.
Posted by: Sixkiller at January 13, 2017 06:04 PM (BiXfR)
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>>I don't know why, but it seems it is easier for men to stop than woman. At least I hear more success stories from men. It's always, "the hell with it, that's it". My ex stopped about 4 years ago and now is on my case, and I tell you, it is very difficult to even contemplate even though I had quit for eight years before.
Aside from focusing on all the things I hated about smoking, I really started to resent the hold those shitty little death sticks had on me. It amazed me how much time I spent thinking about did I have enough cigarettes or did I need to go to the store. If I was traveling I had to find a place where it was allowed.
I worked myself up to the point where I really hated them. That helps. But despite what anyone says or how much they nag, unless you really want to quit it won't happen.
Aside from focusing on all the things I hated about smoking, I really started to resent the hold those shitty little death sticks had on me. It amazed me how much time I spent thinking about did I have enough cigarettes or did I need to go to the store. If I was traveling I had to find a place where it was allowed.
I worked myself up to the point where I really hated them. That helps. But despite what anyone says or how much they nag, unless you really want to quit it won't happen.
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You ought to check out a free digital download that you can get at silverfernbrand.com/elevated. This preaches intermittent fasting and how to use it with prebiotics and fiber to make major GAINZZZ. Highly recommended reading material, and it's free.
Posted by: JimmyWang at January 13, 2017 06:04 PM (ibYhx)
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My pull ups are getting better. I am using about 15 pounds of help.
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Hey, that's exactly what my penis weighs! On Jupiter...
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Hey, that's exactly what my penis weighs! On Jupiter...
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Posted by: Sixkiller at January 13, 2017 05:58 PM (BiXfR)
I remember the diet plate my mother would eat. Hamburger patty, cottage cheese and sliced tomato. It worked.
I remember the diet plate my mother would eat. Hamburger patty, cottage cheese and sliced tomato. It worked.
Posted by: CaliGirl at January 13, 2017 06:05 PM (IgBFP)
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Mine always fails on lat pull downs and seated rows. I need to work on it I guess as my strength improves. I have a limit to what I can do because my grip fails before the muscle I'm working does. I don't know what to do about it though.
Posted by: no good deed at January 13, 2017 06:02 PM (hJamr)
Bob Dole knows.
Posted by: no good deed at January 13, 2017 06:02 PM (hJamr)
Bob Dole knows.
Posted by: Bob Dole at January 13, 2017 06:05 PM (Fmupd)
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I have been going to Cardiac Rehab three days a week. Which is 30 minutes of cardio plus some minor weights. I really wish there were more focused on strength training but I can see where a bunch of older people wouldn't like it. Plus some of them look like they would break bones if they tried heavy weights. I have been walking a few miles on my off days. I also dusted of my bike and have taken it for some short spins. Funny thing is I actually feel better after the heart attack since I'm getting enough oxygen and blood flow now. No changes in weight yet but they said it takes longer for women.
Posted by: lindafell de spair deplorable xenophobic redneck at January 13, 2017 06:05 PM (JNDQi)
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It's great you could quit like that, Weasel. My grandmother stopped cold turkey. It took my dad three strokes before he finally quit. He quit drinking alcohol and caffeine at the same time as quitting smoking. I'm glad I was an adult raising a family of my own at that time. My poor mother.
Posted by: no good deed at January 13, 2017 06:06 PM (hJamr)
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My husband quit smoking in 1983 when smokes were what-$1.50 a pack- and he was smoking about a half a pack a day- because he thought it was too expensive. He just quit cold turkey which was something I really admired. I couldn't have done it.
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Obviously, I steer towards the erotic dreams and playing
baseball.
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I usually don't recall dreams.
But this morning i dreamed i was listening to a history podcast about WWI (went to bed with it playing) and Hitler came in to listen. Which was embarrassing until i put on a pair of shorts.
nope, no baseball
baseball.
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I usually don't recall dreams.
But this morning i dreamed i was listening to a history podcast about WWI (went to bed with it playing) and Hitler came in to listen. Which was embarrassing until i put on a pair of shorts.
nope, no baseball
Posted by: buzzsaw90 at January 13, 2017 06:07 PM (PqqkK)
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A hobby I'm going to start is piano lessons. We have a piano and I try to play song chords, latest is werewolves of London.
My husband bought me some piano lessons for Christmas.
As always, I'm trying to learn Spanish. My accent is bad.
My husband bought me some piano lessons for Christmas.
As always, I'm trying to learn Spanish. My accent is bad.
Posted by: CaliGirl at January 13, 2017 06:07 PM (IgBFP)
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I just got back from a walk. Between much less daylight and winter weather I had not done more than haul 2 or 3 garden cart loads of hay from the hay sheds to right outside the horse paddocks in several weeks. I gained a 1-2 lbs with holiday travel and eating. Not the right kind of gainz but not horrid. I had stopped with the pushups and planking too and have finally gotten back into that routine. So I backslid on the gainz but I am ahead of typical spring fitness urge so I'm going to just try to keep looking forward.
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I worked myself up to the point where I really hated them. That helps. But despite what anyone says or how much they nag, unless you really want to quit it won't happen.
Posted by: JackStraw at January 13, 2017 06:04 PM (/tuJf)
I got the flu 5 years ago and coughed for 3 weeks. When it was over I went outside to have a smoke and it tasted like sucking wind through and old Tampax. I was cured.
Posted by: JackStraw at January 13, 2017 06:04 PM (/tuJf)
I got the flu 5 years ago and coughed for 3 weeks. When it was over I went outside to have a smoke and it tasted like sucking wind through and old Tampax. I was cured.
Posted by: I Need a Drink at January 13, 2017 06:08 PM (bKxiT)
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I made a NY resolution two years ago to ride my bicycle daily. Rain of shine. No excuses. The Cali drought helped keep me dry. Also to my benefit I live in the valley which means no hills - try riding up Bunker Hill Drive in San Mateo for leg-pumping heart-attack action if one wants a challenge.
No spandex. No pedal clips. Jeans and leather boots. Crotch-shredded eight pairs of pants. One over-the-bars endo to avoid a maniac driving a pickup. No road rash.
Shrapnelled one hybrid touring rim. Pretty much wore out an old mid 1990's Trek 740 hybrid. Destroyed an old Huffy 7 speed cruiser. Parting out a thrift store Giant Rincon to rebuild the Trek. Bottom bracket is kaput. Cables f'd up. Wore the front outer sprocket to chipped nubs.
Ive got Earl Cambell friggin' Thighs and a slight belly now.
No spandex. No pedal clips. Jeans and leather boots. Crotch-shredded eight pairs of pants. One over-the-bars endo to avoid a maniac driving a pickup. No road rash.
Shrapnelled one hybrid touring rim. Pretty much wore out an old mid 1990's Trek 740 hybrid. Destroyed an old Huffy 7 speed cruiser. Parting out a thrift store Giant Rincon to rebuild the Trek. Bottom bracket is kaput. Cables f'd up. Wore the front outer sprocket to chipped nubs.
Ive got Earl Cambell friggin' Thighs and a slight belly now.
Posted by: 13times at January 13, 2017 06:08 PM (WHVu+)
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I went on the Subway diet, y'know just like Jared.
I've lost 180 pounds. Thank you.
Ah do have little bit of extra skin, tho.
And unfortunately my neck does look like a vaginah.
I've lost 180 pounds. Thank you.
Ah do have little bit of extra skin, tho.
And unfortunately my neck does look like a vaginah.
Posted by: Fat Bastard at January 13, 2017 06:08 PM (HgMAr)
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Posted by: lindafell de spair deplorable xenophobic redneck at January 13, 2017 06:05 PM (JNDQi)
I went to cardiac re-had. I liked it because they were mostly older people-not young folks trying to be competitive in looking buff.
I went to cardiac re-had. I liked it because they were mostly older people-not young folks trying to be competitive in looking buff.
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at January 13, 2017 06:08 PM (tOcW/)
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Thanks CaliGirl, and keep at it. Has the rain helped your place?
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Posted by: lindafell de spair deplorable xenophobic redneck at January 13, 2017 06:05 PM (JNDQi)
Linda,
Please tell me you're kidding...or I'm reading this wrong. YOU didn't have a heart attack, did you?
Posted by: lindafell de spair deplorable xenophobic redneck at January 13, 2017 06:05 PM (JNDQi)
Linda,
Please tell me you're kidding...or I'm reading this wrong. YOU didn't have a heart attack, did you?
Posted by: Sixkiller at January 13, 2017 06:08 PM (BiXfR)
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My hobby is making sure I learn how to dream when I sleep. Yes, you can
do this. Obviously, I steer towards the erotic dreams and playing
baseball.
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1. You already dream, you just don't remember them.
2. Wake up slowly, without an alarm. Think about your dreams before you open your eyes.
3. Some say a notebook on the nightstand helps; you write anything down you remember as soon as you wake up.
Posted by: shibumi, who requires a cute kitty story stat! at January 13, 2017 05:54 PM (J5mC3
That's great advice. I do those things. It's awesome when you are dreaming hard and could wake up but remain sleeping. That's when things become both fun and interesting.
I've found that when in that state and the longer and more conscious you are about it, the crazier it becomes. Kinda like Inception, your dream can turn on you and become an out of control chaotic ride. I think it is to purposely cause you to wake up.
I've also found myself waking up making out with my pillow or humping the cushions in the couch. It's pretty amusing.
I don't feel like I've slept unless I remember my dreams now. And more practice the more intense the dreams feelings of being well rested when I wake up.
My hobby is making sure I learn how to dream when I sleep. Yes, you can
do this. Obviously, I steer towards the erotic dreams and playing
baseball.
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1. You already dream, you just don't remember them.
2. Wake up slowly, without an alarm. Think about your dreams before you open your eyes.
3. Some say a notebook on the nightstand helps; you write anything down you remember as soon as you wake up.
Posted by: shibumi, who requires a cute kitty story stat! at January 13, 2017 05:54 PM (J5mC3
That's great advice. I do those things. It's awesome when you are dreaming hard and could wake up but remain sleeping. That's when things become both fun and interesting.
I've found that when in that state and the longer and more conscious you are about it, the crazier it becomes. Kinda like Inception, your dream can turn on you and become an out of control chaotic ride. I think it is to purposely cause you to wake up.
I've also found myself waking up making out with my pillow or humping the cushions in the couch. It's pretty amusing.
I don't feel like I've slept unless I remember my dreams now. And more practice the more intense the dreams feelings of being well rested when I wake up.
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Posted by: JackStraw at January 13, 2017 06:04 PM (/tuJf)
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Agreed. For me, it was the fact that a 'thing' was exerting a controlling influence and I was allowing it to happen. I finally realized that it was my brain and if I couldn't control it, no one could. Once I looked at it that way it was more of a defiance thing.
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Agreed. For me, it was the fact that a 'thing' was exerting a controlling influence and I was allowing it to happen. I finally realized that it was my brain and if I couldn't control it, no one could. Once I looked at it that way it was more of a defiance thing.
Posted by: Weasel at January 13, 2017 06:09 PM (Sfs6o)
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Oh right, I also want to improve my Japanese, for the best reason possible - to be able to actually hit on all the cuties I run into whenever I end up going back. I will not go 0 for 2, damnit! I will go to my grave at least batting .500!
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Posted by: buzzsaw90 at January 13, 2017 06:07 PM (PqqkK)
Ive been dreaming about putting water pumps in flooded fields. Anxiety dreams from the rain.
Ive been dreaming about putting water pumps in flooded fields. Anxiety dreams from the rain.
Posted by: CaliGirl at January 13, 2017 06:09 PM (IgBFP)
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149 My grip strength is down a bit, so I might have to try that - see how high I can get going double overhand and then go back to mixed grip.
Posted by: broseidon king of the brocean at January 13, 2017 05:49 PM (kumBu)
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I'm going to go against my snarky mood and leave this comment alone.
Posted by: Soona at January 13, 2017 06:00 PM (Fmupd)
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If he can do a double overhand grip, Do Not Fuck with him...except for the 'ettes
Posted by: broseidon king of the brocean at January 13, 2017 05:49 PM (kumBu)
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I'm going to go against my snarky mood and leave this comment alone.
Posted by: Soona at January 13, 2017 06:00 PM (Fmupd)
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If he can do a double overhand grip, Do Not Fuck with him...except for the 'ettes
Posted by: buzzsaw90 at January 13, 2017 06:10 PM (PqqkK)
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For people with mobility problems: PBS had a series for years called 'Sit And Be Fit' with a nurse demonstrating exercises and having people do them. I recommend them highly because they were the only exercise my mom could do. Great for wheelchair or just elderly and more fragile. Good place to start.
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Posted by: no good deed at January 13, 2017 06:06 PM (hJamr)
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I quit drinking a few days before I quit smoking. I wasn't particularly pleasant to be around for a couple of years afterward.
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I quit drinking a few days before I quit smoking. I wasn't particularly pleasant to be around for a couple of years afterward.
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I worked myself up to the point where I really hated them. That helps. But despite what anyone says or how much they nag, unless you really want to quit it won't happen.
Posted by: JackStraw at January 13, 2017 06:04 PM (/tuJf)
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It seems there is always a crisis to "get through first".
Well, one is almost settled and then it just segues into another. The point being that your troubles will come and go regardless if you are puffing away or not. There is an old Jewish saying (maybe I read it here) -
"If one does not wish to do a thing any excuse will do"
- or something along those lines. And it is very true.
Posted by: JackStraw at January 13, 2017 06:04 PM (/tuJf)
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It seems there is always a crisis to "get through first".
Well, one is almost settled and then it just segues into another. The point being that your troubles will come and go regardless if you are puffing away or not. There is an old Jewish saying (maybe I read it here) -
"If one does not wish to do a thing any excuse will do"
- or something along those lines. And it is very true.
Posted by: washrivergal at January 13, 2017 06:11 PM (Ivjge)
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Oh, yes. I trying to write some short plays-like half an hour of so for men. I do historical religious or biblical characters of women but i do know some male actors with a religious faith who might enjoy that.
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Posted by: Tinfoilbaby at January 13, 2017 06:08 PM (8YkRp)
We need the rain so I'm not complaining but we have strawberries under water. Thankfully we have a lot of pumps pumping the water out. There isn't fruit on the plants yet.
It's a muddy mess.
We need the rain so I'm not complaining but we have strawberries under water. Thankfully we have a lot of pumps pumping the water out. There isn't fruit on the plants yet.
It's a muddy mess.
Posted by: CaliGirl at January 13, 2017 06:12 PM (IgBFP)
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LindaFell,
I will check back to see your response...I have to go feed horses now. And all the associated chores. Can't delay any longer.
I will check back to see your response...I have to go feed horses now. And all the associated chores. Can't delay any longer.
Posted by: Sixkiller at January 13, 2017 06:12 PM (BiXfR)
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I have to say, I really enjoy these threads. This has pushed me to actually do the dang things I've said I would do. So, thanks ace, and all the contributors to the threads.
Posted by: no good deed at January 13, 2017 06:13 PM (hJamr)
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I've got an old Total Gym (thanks Chuck Norris and Christie Brinkley!) so I will start that again. It will really works about everything you need.
Posted by: free tibet, a!)nd all that other sh*t at January 13, 2017 06:14 PM (CL76w)
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I quit drinking a few days before I quit smoking. I wasn't particularly pleasant to be around for a couple of years afterward.
Posted by: Weasel at January 13, 2017 06:11 PM (Sfs6o)
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Keep sniffing!
Posted by: Weasel at January 13, 2017 06:11 PM (Sfs6o)
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Keep sniffing!
Posted by: Steve McCroskey at January 13, 2017 06:14 PM (PqqkK)
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dreams - I had 3 odd bad ones recently
1st I dreamed about getting very very angry about a minor thing. the rage was intense. in my dream they got my order wrong at a fast-food joint. LOL
2nd dream was the opposite - I dreamed of being way too calm and unconcerned while bad guys were going through the building I was in, killing people
3rd dream was giant monster spiders in a church. I was properly freaked out, at least
1st I dreamed about getting very very angry about a minor thing. the rage was intense. in my dream they got my order wrong at a fast-food joint. LOL
2nd dream was the opposite - I dreamed of being way too calm and unconcerned while bad guys were going through the building I was in, killing people
3rd dream was giant monster spiders in a church. I was properly freaked out, at least
Posted by: @votermom @vm at January 13, 2017 06:15 PM (Om16U)
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"If he can do a double overhand grip, Do Not Fuck with him...except for the 'ettes
Posted by: buzzsaw90 at January 13, 2017 06:10 PM (PqqkK) "
If I had to do a double overhand grip, I think I would have gotten some in Japan.
Posted by: buzzsaw90 at January 13, 2017 06:10 PM (PqqkK) "
If I had to do a double overhand grip, I think I would have gotten some in Japan.
Posted by: broseidon king of the brocean at January 13, 2017 06:15 PM (kumBu)
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OK, I like to walk around malls and stores in the winter. When the weather is better I walk down to the river and around the private wet land we have here. I do as much as I can and enjoy what I get to see. What I see might not take off any pounds but it fills the soul with the wonders of nature and that, brings peace.
Posted by: I Need a Drink at January 13, 2017 06:15 PM (bKxiT)
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Shit I am only 29 (4
who counts on being severely mobility challenged and disabled at 48. Damn life just don't work out how you planned sometimes. Damn f'n disease. fuck.
who counts on being severely mobility challenged and disabled at 48. Damn life just don't work out how you planned sometimes. Damn f'n disease. fuck.Posted by: USNtakim at January 13, 2017 06:15 PM (hMqvx)
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my grip fails before the muscle I'm working does. I don't know what to do about it though.
Shrugs can be a grip-strengthening exercise.
Shrugs can be a grip-strengthening exercise.
Posted by: Soothsayer XLT at January 13, 2017 06:16 PM (/fs7H)
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Yo!
Posted by: Yo! at January 13, 2017 06:16 PM (Vsdka)
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Having meet sixkiller IRL, I can say he does have some serious guns. 
Posted by: lindafell de spair deplorable xenophobic redneck at January 13, 2017 06:16 PM (JNDQi)
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Whatever I'm doing is not working, I need to go back to the bootcamp program I was doing five years ago. Of course, that means getting my sodden backside over there at 515AM.
Posted by: JEM at January 13, 2017 06:16 PM (TppKb)
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USNtakim, what about isometrics?
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The other thing I do in bad weather-which sounds crazy- is to sometimes go to a very large supermarket and walk up and down the aisles and around the inside perimeter of the store for about half an hour. The people watching the security camera may think I'm doing stakeout for shoplifting but it's really exercise.
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at January 13, 2017 06:18 PM (tOcW/)
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Dats a nice DL
Posted by: Yo! at January 13, 2017 06:18 PM (Vsdka)
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Shit I am only 29 (4
who counts on being severely mobility challenged and disabled at 48.
Damn life just don't work out how you planned sometimes. Damn f'n
disease. fuck.
Posted by: USNtakim at January 13, 2017 06:15 PM (hMqvx)
=====I should have recommended 'Sit And Be Fit' to you specifically. It really is a decent workout with alternatives for mobility issues.
who counts on being severely mobility challenged and disabled at 48.
Damn life just don't work out how you planned sometimes. Damn f'n
disease. fuck.
Posted by: USNtakim at January 13, 2017 06:15 PM (hMqvx)
=====I should have recommended 'Sit And Be Fit' to you specifically. It really is a decent workout with alternatives for mobility issues.
Posted by: mustbequantum at January 13, 2017 06:19 PM (MIKMs)
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Ya, Caligirl,that's what I expected, we get 5 good days here before the next round. Seems like the prayers for water worked a little too good. But that's California for you.
Posted by: Tinfoilbaby at January 13, 2017 06:20 PM (6Ll1u)
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Sixkiller,
Yeah, I wound up having a heart attack on November 15th. I was not high risk for it. One artery was totally occluded and the other two were normal. So one angioplasty and a stent later I actually feel better than I have in several years.
Yeah, I wound up having a heart attack on November 15th. I was not high risk for it. One artery was totally occluded and the other two were normal. So one angioplasty and a stent later I actually feel better than I have in several years.
Posted by: lindafell de spair deplorable xenophobic redneck at January 13, 2017 06:20 PM (JNDQi)
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I need to go back to the bootcamp program I was doing five years ago.
Is that when you have some jerk call you names and make you do push ups?
I need to go back to the bootcamp program I was doing five years ago.
Is that when you have some jerk call you names and make you do push ups?
Posted by: Bertram Cabot, Jr. at January 13, 2017 06:20 PM (IqV8l)
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Working on my moobs. With a oil. mmmm
Posted by: Matthew McConaugay at January 13, 2017 06:20 PM (HgMAr)
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Pretty awesome video about building your own DIY power rack with about $200 in lumber and a little bit of easy-to-find pipe.
My brother did that 40 years ago in the basement of our old house.
My brother did that 40 years ago in the basement of our old house.
Posted by: Mr. Peebles at January 13, 2017 06:21 PM (oVJmc)
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I lurk all week waiting for the gains post.
Today I finally ditched the bands for dips and knocked out 3x2. Not much but the last time I tired that I did two and injured my shoulder so I held back a little.
To learn the movement I experimented with bands, negatives, and just standing and moving my shoulders and arms as if I was doing the dips, to get the movement in my head.
Then today, the bands just felt wrong, and I knew it was time to try dipping for real. I'd like to knock out sets of 10 in a 4-6 months.
Today I finally ditched the bands for dips and knocked out 3x2. Not much but the last time I tired that I did two and injured my shoulder so I held back a little.
To learn the movement I experimented with bands, negatives, and just standing and moving my shoulders and arms as if I was doing the dips, to get the movement in my head.
Then today, the bands just felt wrong, and I knew it was time to try dipping for real. I'd like to knock out sets of 10 in a 4-6 months.
Posted by: DM at January 13, 2017 06:21 PM (garNZ)
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I think I will get some smallish dumbbells maybe some elastic bands and start there. I just need to do it. The inertia of getting started. I have a membership at the rec center through Humana but no way to get there.
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I'm probably at least one of the folks who mentioned citrulline.
Among other properties, it's somewhat of a vasodialator, which can help with the 'pump'. I've found it beneficent for lowering blood pressure a bit. It helps with blood flow overall, which can help make Mrs. Moron smile.
Most of the 'pre-workouts' have significant caffeine. There are some that are 'stim-free', which are generally the ones I use. My two mainstays are GAT JetFuse (very minor amount of caffeine) and GAT PMP (stim-free). There are a couple of others that have been good, IME.
You might consider adding creatine, and possibly beta-analine. Beta-analine can cause 5 minutes or so of the 'tingles'. JetFuse has beta-analine, but in a low enough amount I don't notice it.
Among other properties, it's somewhat of a vasodialator, which can help with the 'pump'. I've found it beneficent for lowering blood pressure a bit. It helps with blood flow overall, which can help make Mrs. Moron smile.
Most of the 'pre-workouts' have significant caffeine. There are some that are 'stim-free', which are generally the ones I use. My two mainstays are GAT JetFuse (very minor amount of caffeine) and GAT PMP (stim-free). There are a couple of others that have been good, IME.
You might consider adding creatine, and possibly beta-analine. Beta-analine can cause 5 minutes or so of the 'tingles'. JetFuse has beta-analine, but in a low enough amount I don't notice it.
Posted by: Duncanthrax at January 13, 2017 06:21 PM (DMUuz)
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my grip fails before the muscle I'm working does. I don't know what to do about it though.
Twisting a towel up as tight as you can is good for increasing grip strength and it can be done anywhere
my grip fails before the muscle I'm working does. I don't know what to do about it though.
Twisting a towel up as tight as you can is good for increasing grip strength and it can be done anywhere
Posted by: Deplorable Male Logic at January 13, 2017 06:22 PM (lKyWE)
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I've finally stopped thinking about doing, and am doing. I start my day with pushups, planks, and some dumbbell curls. Going really slow, because I am no spring chicken.
Got a Microsoft Band for Christmas, replacing my old one, which died last summer. Amazing what a positive influence a little electronic thing can be, but, there it is. I walk more than I did in the six months when I was band-less.
Weight loss is something I need to look into, but I know if I take on too much at once, I will quit. But even a few years ago when I was unloading trucks at Walmart and walking all around the store (10 or 15 miles a night), I never went below 225. I'm just built that way, I guess. But I am well beyond that now. Bottom line is I just have to be realistic in knowing I'll never look like Tom Hardy.
The irony that I type this while sipping a beer is not lost on me. heh.
Got a Microsoft Band for Christmas, replacing my old one, which died last summer. Amazing what a positive influence a little electronic thing can be, but, there it is. I walk more than I did in the six months when I was band-less.
Weight loss is something I need to look into, but I know if I take on too much at once, I will quit. But even a few years ago when I was unloading trucks at Walmart and walking all around the store (10 or 15 miles a night), I never went below 225. I'm just built that way, I guess. But I am well beyond that now. Bottom line is I just have to be realistic in knowing I'll never look like Tom Hardy.
The irony that I type this while sipping a beer is not lost on me. heh.
Posted by: Pug Mahon, Myopic American at January 13, 2017 06:22 PM (RwwCT)
Posted by: Harry Reid at January 13, 2017 06:23 PM (8nWyX)
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I think I will get some smallish dumbbells maybe
some elastic bands and start there. I just need to do it. The inertia of
getting started. I have a membership at the rec center through Humana
but no way to get there.
Posted by: USNtakim at January 13, 2017 06:21 PM
Think about a couple of kettlebells, as well. You can duckduckgo a bunch of exercises, and can do a pretty good whole-body routine with one (appropriate, probably 15, 20, or 25 lbs) kettlebell.
some elastic bands and start there. I just need to do it. The inertia of
getting started. I have a membership at the rec center through Humana
but no way to get there.
Posted by: USNtakim at January 13, 2017 06:21 PM
Think about a couple of kettlebells, as well. You can duckduckgo a bunch of exercises, and can do a pretty good whole-body routine with one (appropriate, probably 15, 20, or 25 lbs) kettlebell.
Posted by: Duncanthrax at January 13, 2017 06:24 PM (DMUuz)
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I started drinking raw vinegar in water each day based on some recommendations I read here last week.
Why am I doing that again?
Why am I doing that again?
Posted by: Weasel at January 13, 2017 06:25 PM (Sfs6o)
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213 maybe some elastic bands .
Posted by: USNtakim at January 13, 2017 06:21 PM (hMqvx)
DON'T DO IT
I actually laughed out loud. Thanks for the lift.
Posted by: USNtakim at January 13, 2017 06:21 PM (hMqvx)
DON'T DO IT
I actually laughed out loud. Thanks for the lift.
Posted by: USNtakim at January 13, 2017 06:25 PM (hMqvx)
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Gainzzz...let's see...*drums fingers*
I've gotten really good at making cat burritos, in the last 5 days.
And I've started studying Latin so I can help my 6th grader learn it. I'm at my ideal weight, so all I could do there would be to be a little more consistent about my exercise regimen.
I don't have any bad habits I need to quit, since after next Friday I won't have to worry about swearing reflexively when I see Obama's face.
I've gotten really good at making cat burritos, in the last 5 days.
And I've started studying Latin so I can help my 6th grader learn it. I'm at my ideal weight, so all I could do there would be to be a little more consistent about my exercise regimen.
I don't have any bad habits I need to quit, since after next Friday I won't have to worry about swearing reflexively when I see Obama's face.
Posted by: Brunette the 'Ette at January 13, 2017 06:25 PM (adsVM)
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I have nothing to contribute--I've had some sort of a respiratory crud/fatigue thing since before Christmas and it's gotten worse, so I've done nothing interesting or fun for weeks. (the important tests are negative, so it's nothing to get excited about.)
But, I didn't get to say this on the suicide thread before it was over--the Horde is an outstanding collection of very good folks. Just wanted to say that.
But, I didn't get to say this on the suicide thread before it was over--the Horde is an outstanding collection of very good folks. Just wanted to say that.
Posted by: stace, deplorable at last at January 13, 2017 06:27 PM (ozZau)
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109 -Chris not rock--
How's the running?
Pretty light. I live in a very cold climate so none outside in a while. Running on treadmill about twice a week. That will have to change soon. Signed up for marathon in May.
How's the running?
Pretty light. I live in a very cold climate so none outside in a while. Running on treadmill about twice a week. That will have to change soon. Signed up for marathon in May.
Posted by: chris not rock at January 13, 2017 06:27 PM (WO0/g)
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>>For the time being I've just been finding videos and doing some practice on my own, but voices.com has a lot of listings for local voice coaches. They've also got a lot of podcasts in their archive with VAs and voice coaches: https://www.voices.com/podcasts/voiceoverexperts/
Thanks for that. I've got a teenager who wants to be a voice actor.
Thanks for that. I've got a teenager who wants to be a voice actor.
Posted by: Mama AJ at January 13, 2017 06:28 PM (gTQoY)
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215 I started drinking raw vinegar in water each day based on some recommendations I read here last week.
Why am I doing that again?
Posted by: Weasel at January 13, 2017 06:25 PM (Sfs6o)
It's apple cider vinegar. I'm doing it too and I can't remember why either...
Why am I doing that again?
Posted by: Weasel at January 13, 2017 06:25 PM (Sfs6o)
It's apple cider vinegar. I'm doing it too and I can't remember why either...
Posted by: washrivergal at January 13, 2017 06:30 PM (Ivjge)
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>>I've had some sort of a respiratory crud/fatigue thing since before Christmas and it's gotten worse, so I've done nothing interesting or fun for weeks
Right there with you, Stace. Mine went away when it got cold and then as soon as it warmed up this week I started coughing again.
Frustrating.
Right there with you, Stace. Mine went away when it got cold and then as soon as it warmed up this week I started coughing again.
Frustrating.
Posted by: Mama AJ at January 13, 2017 06:30 PM (gTQoY)
Posted by: Soothsayer XLT at January 13, 2017 06:30 PM (/fs7H)
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3rd dream was giant monster spiders in a church. I was properly freaked out, at least
Posted by: @votermom @vm at January 13, 2017 06:15 PM
Moron ProTip: Do not mention this to AtC.
Posted by: @votermom @vm at January 13, 2017 06:15 PM
Moron ProTip: Do not mention this to AtC.
Posted by: Duncanthrax at January 13, 2017 06:31 PM (DMUuz)
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Fuck John Lewis.
Posted by: garrett at January 13, 2017 06:02 PM (tdv0F)
No thanks. I can't imagine what I would gain from that aside from feelings of revulsion and shame. ;^)
Posted by: garrett at January 13, 2017 06:02 PM (tdv0F)
No thanks. I can't imagine what I would gain from that aside from feelings of revulsion and shame. ;^)
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at January 13, 2017 06:31 PM (tOcW/)
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At my age, I don't do any more than enough to stay limber.
Consequently, I still do things I used to, just a bit more slowly.
Adapting as you age, imo, is a very good program to follow--it avoids the sudden realization you can't do what you could prior in the same way.
Easier on the body AND the ego.
Consequently, I still do things I used to, just a bit more slowly.
Adapting as you age, imo, is a very good program to follow--it avoids the sudden realization you can't do what you could prior in the same way.
Easier on the body AND the ego.
Posted by: irongrampa at January 13, 2017 06:31 PM (X35Yt)
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>>>My hobby is making sure I learn how to dream when I sleep. Yes, you can do this. Obviously, I steer towards the erotic dreams and playing baseball.
Pepe, I think you'll find that not only is dream control difficult, but it's much less interesting than traditional lucid dreaming. Lucid dreaming without dream control is like being in the middle of a super high definition movie. It's like being in a real place. Since you don't control the outcome it can be very, very strange.
Pepe, I think you'll find that not only is dream control difficult, but it's much less interesting than traditional lucid dreaming. Lucid dreaming without dream control is like being in the middle of a super high definition movie. It's like being in a real place. Since you don't control the outcome it can be very, very strange.
Posted by: Max Power at January 13, 2017 06:32 PM (q177U)
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The apple cider vinegar is good as an appetite suppressant, helps to balance your bodies chemistry, and helps with acid indigestion. I think.....
Posted by: lindafell de spair deplorable xenophobic redneck at January 13, 2017 06:32 PM (JNDQi)
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maybe some elastic bands .
Posted by: USNtakim at January 13, 2017 06:21 PM (hMqvx)
DON'T DO IT
I actually laughed out loud. Thanks for the lift.
Posted by: USNtakim at January 13, 2017 06:25 PM (hMqvx)
Trust me, you weren't alone.
Posted by: USNtakim at January 13, 2017 06:21 PM (hMqvx)
DON'T DO IT
I actually laughed out loud. Thanks for the lift.
Posted by: USNtakim at January 13, 2017 06:25 PM (hMqvx)
Trust me, you weren't alone.
Posted by: Country Boy - Stay Deplorable My Friends at January 13, 2017 06:33 PM (Jcg9Q)
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OT, but this has to be read to be believed. Slate, and we all know what that means, has outdone its previous hackery low. This newest one accuses Mike Pompeo, the CIA Director nominee, by preparing to launch a worldwide Christian jihad against Muslims. All Muslims.
http://tinyurl.com/gv8oq4q
http://tinyurl.com/gv8oq4q
Posted by: MTF at January 13, 2017 06:33 PM (X4ZNp)
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215 I started drinking raw vinegar in water each day based on some recommendations I read here last week.
Why am I doing that again?
Posted by: Weasel at January 13, 2017 06:25 PM (Sfs6o)
It's apple cider vinegar. I'm doing it too and I can't remember why either...
Posted by: washrivergal at January 13, 2017 06:30 PM (Ivjge)
...........
It helps with your memory.
Why am I doing that again?
Posted by: Weasel at January 13, 2017 06:25 PM (Sfs6o)
It's apple cider vinegar. I'm doing it too and I can't remember why either...
Posted by: washrivergal at January 13, 2017 06:30 PM (Ivjge)
...........
It helps with your memory.
Posted by: wth at January 13, 2017 06:33 PM (HgMAr)
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*I have nothing to contribute--I've had some sort of a respiratory crud/fatigue thing since before Christmas and it's gotten worse, so I've done nothing interesting or fun for weeks.
Posted by: stace, deplorable at last at January 13, 2017 06:27 PM (ozZau)*
stace, I've been fighting something like that for weeks as well. Hang in there and hope you get well soon.
Posted by: stace, deplorable at last at January 13, 2017 06:27 PM (ozZau)*
stace, I've been fighting something like that for weeks as well. Hang in there and hope you get well soon.
Posted by: tbodie at January 13, 2017 06:33 PM (lQn8Y)
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John Lewis is crazy. Crazy.
Posted by: MTF at January 13, 2017 06:34 PM (X4ZNp)
Posted by: @votermom @vm at January 13, 2017 06:34 PM (Om16U)
Posted by: Bandersnatch, gentleman cad at January 13, 2017 06:34 PM (mgbwf)
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231 215 I started drinking raw vinegar in water each day based on some recommendations I read here last week.
Why am I doing that again?
Posted by: Weasel at January 13, 2017 06:25 PM (Sfs6o)
It's apple cider vinegar. I'm doing it too and I can't remember why either...
Posted by: washrivergal at January 13, 2017 06:30 PM (Ivjge)
...........
It helps with your memory.
Posted by: wth at January 13, 2017 06:33 PM (HgMAr)
+++
Oh yeah, now I 'member.
Why am I doing that again?
Posted by: Weasel at January 13, 2017 06:25 PM (Sfs6o)
It's apple cider vinegar. I'm doing it too and I can't remember why either...
Posted by: washrivergal at January 13, 2017 06:30 PM (Ivjge)
...........
It helps with your memory.
Posted by: wth at January 13, 2017 06:33 PM (HgMAr)
+++
Oh yeah, now I 'member.
Posted by: washrivergal at January 13, 2017 06:34 PM (Ivjge)
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Hi, Ace.
I found myself starting a personal genealogy project last week and have already made some interesting discoveries. In just a week, I've worked out the direct line four generations back and have at least a little bit of real evidence for my roots now, which seem to be almost entirely Northwest European. Finding out real things about relatives I never met during their lives is quite a charge.
I meant to get into this for years and years and never realized how easy it would be, now that the Internet exists.
I found myself starting a personal genealogy project last week and have already made some interesting discoveries. In just a week, I've worked out the direct line four generations back and have at least a little bit of real evidence for my roots now, which seem to be almost entirely Northwest European. Finding out real things about relatives I never met during their lives is quite a charge.
I meant to get into this for years and years and never realized how easy it would be, now that the Internet exists.
Posted by: Philip at January 13, 2017 06:34 PM (9+uXc)
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at January 13, 2017 06:34 PM (tOcW/)
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Right there with you, Stace. Mine went away when it got cold and then as soon as it warmed up this week I started coughing again.
Frustrating.
Posted by: Mama AJ at January 13, 2017 06:30 PM (gTQoY)
Yeah, I have the effing AC on right now, and I can't even bitch at my husband without hacking out half a lung. Bonus for him, come to think of it.
Frustrating.
Posted by: Mama AJ at January 13, 2017 06:30 PM (gTQoY)
Yeah, I have the effing AC on right now, and I can't even bitch at my husband without hacking out half a lung. Bonus for him, come to think of it.
Posted by: stace, deplorable at last at January 13, 2017 06:34 PM (ozZau)
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PR this, PR that.
5K cross country, 16:59.
Yes, it was 40 years ago but it's still a PR.
Posted by: Bandersnatch, gentleman cad at January 13, 2017 06:34 PM (mgbwf)
Four touchdowns in a single game.
5K cross country, 16:59.
Yes, it was 40 years ago but it's still a PR.
Posted by: Bandersnatch, gentleman cad at January 13, 2017 06:34 PM (mgbwf)
Four touchdowns in a single game.
Posted by: Colorado Alex In Exile at January 13, 2017 06:35 PM (S2V6F)
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*I don't have any bad habits I need to quit, since after next Friday I won't have to worry about swearing reflexively when I see Obama's face.
Posted by: Brunette the 'Ette at January 13, 2017 06:25 PM (adsVM)*
Nothing wrong with that.
Posted by: Brunette the 'Ette at January 13, 2017 06:25 PM (adsVM)*
Nothing wrong with that.
Posted by: tbodie at January 13, 2017 06:37 PM (lQn8Y)
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Don't go crazy over body fat % either. It's very difficult to find an accurate or even a consistent measurement.
Don't go crazy over body fat % either. It's very difficult to find an accurate or even a consistent measurement.
Posted by: Soothsayer XLT at January 13, 2017 06:37 PM (/fs7H)
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They're tearing the last of the orange groves out here now in south Orange County to make way for new homes. This is not my beautiful house.
Posted by: Tinfoilbaby at January 13, 2017 06:37 PM (6Ll1u)
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Lindafell,
I did not know you had heart problems. How frightening for you. I'm happy you received the treatment you needed.
I did not know you had heart problems. How frightening for you. I'm happy you received the treatment you needed.
Posted by: CaliGirl at January 13, 2017 06:37 PM (IgBFP)
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I plan to take up target archery to help rebuild some upper body strength and stamina. It will be either with a recurve or long bow style to get the most physical benefit. I also hope it will improve my off hand target shooting, especially with muzzleloaders.
On another note, I'm learning to draw and paint. I've mentioned before I have little talent but I want to develop some skill. I find the activity to be completely absorbing. And nobody has to see my efforts; I'm doing this for my own satisfaction.
On another note, I'm learning to draw and paint. I've mentioned before I have little talent but I want to develop some skill. I find the activity to be completely absorbing. And nobody has to see my efforts; I'm doing this for my own satisfaction.
Posted by: JTB at January 13, 2017 06:38 PM (V+03K)
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5K cross country, 16:59.
Yes, it was 40 years ago but it's still a PR.
Posted by: Bandersnatch, gentleman cad at January 13, 2017 06:34 PM (mgbwf)
I'm both impressed and disgusted. : )
Yes, it was 40 years ago but it's still a PR.
Posted by: Bandersnatch, gentleman cad at January 13, 2017 06:34 PM (mgbwf)
I'm both impressed and disgusted. : )
Posted by: Country Boy - Stay Deplorable My Friends at January 13, 2017 06:38 PM (Jcg9Q)
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stace, I've been fighting something like that for weeks as well. Hang in there and hope you get well soon.
Posted by: tbodie at January 13, 2017 06:33 PM (lQn8Y)
Thank you! Just anecdotal, but there seems to be some extra-nasty crud going around this winter.
Posted by: tbodie at January 13, 2017 06:33 PM (lQn8Y)
Thank you! Just anecdotal, but there seems to be some extra-nasty crud going around this winter.
Posted by: stace, deplorable at last at January 13, 2017 06:38 PM (ozZau)
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118 btw i've begun weightlifting again, but am only doing low weight with squats and deadlifts to make sure my form is good (and so it becomes muscle memory) and to make sure there aren't any parts of my body that are going to get injured.
I don't know when I'll be ready to do a real challenging weight on those yet.
Posted by: ace at January 13, 2017 05:53 PM (8rNrN)
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Aren't those type of exercises the most difficult to have perfect form? They are full body exercises, so there are more muscles you have to keep control of. Whereas with something like a bench press or a curl, you are limiting which muscles are involved in the exercise, so it is easier to focus on those few.
I'm certainly no expert, but if you are concerned about injury, I would think the more focused exercises would be the safer ones.
I don't know when I'll be ready to do a real challenging weight on those yet.
Posted by: ace at January 13, 2017 05:53 PM (8rNrN)
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Aren't those type of exercises the most difficult to have perfect form? They are full body exercises, so there are more muscles you have to keep control of. Whereas with something like a bench press or a curl, you are limiting which muscles are involved in the exercise, so it is easier to focus on those few.
I'm certainly no expert, but if you are concerned about injury, I would think the more focused exercises would be the safer ones.
Posted by: Anon Y. Mous at January 13, 2017 06:38 PM (R+30W)
Posted by: garrett at January 13, 2017 06:38 PM (tdv0F)
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Bless you Ace for inspiring me to get in shape. I'm about six months in to logging meals via My fitness Pal and I'm 29 pounds lost and within spitting distance of my driver's license weight (ha). I 'm now halfway to my goal weight without deprivation. As you told us early on, accountability is key.
Posted by: RimrockR at January 13, 2017 06:39 PM (h+LTP)
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13times -- San Fernando Valley Boy?
Chris not rock -- It's raining here, and it only does that once or twice a decade, and while I've still managed to get in some running, it's definitely deterred from the lifting. (My gym's outside...y'know, 'cause it never rains here...)
Chris not rock -- It's raining here, and it only does that once or twice a decade, and while I've still managed to get in some running, it's definitely deterred from the lifting. (My gym's outside...y'know, 'cause it never rains here...)
Posted by: moviegique at January 13, 2017 06:40 PM (CcUfv)
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238 Benefits of having apple cider vinegar daily:
http://tinyurl.com/zgo379q
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at January 13, 2017 06:34 PM (tOcW/)
+++
Outstanding benefits, apparently. I will continue my consumption.
http://tinyurl.com/zgo379q
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at January 13, 2017 06:34 PM (tOcW/)
+++
Outstanding benefits, apparently. I will continue my consumption.
Posted by: washrivergal at January 13, 2017 06:40 PM (Ivjge)
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Chris not rock--
Also, holy crap! MARATHON!!
My speed is still WAY too low to contemplate it but I'll be looking forward to hearing how you do.
Also, holy crap! MARATHON!!
My speed is still WAY too low to contemplate it but I'll be looking forward to hearing how you do.
Posted by: moviegique at January 13, 2017 06:40 PM (CcUfv)
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*The irony that I type this while sipping a beer is not lost on me. heh.
Posted by: Pug Mahon, Myopic American at January 13, 2017 06:22 PM (RwwCT)*
*takes a sip of whiskey*
Word
Posted by: Pug Mahon, Myopic American at January 13, 2017 06:22 PM (RwwCT)*
*takes a sip of whiskey*
Word
Posted by: tbodie at January 13, 2017 06:41 PM (lQn8Y)
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Made a commitment to enter a powerlifting meet in April. I just started the new training program for the meet yesterday.
No gainzzz between now and the meet, just working the program - AND ONLY THE PROGRAM.
No gainzzz between now and the meet, just working the program - AND ONLY THE PROGRAM.
Posted by: browndog at January 13, 2017 06:41 PM (ccfl2)
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Lindafell,
I did not know you had heart problems. How frightening for you. I'm happy you received the treatment you needed.
Posted by: CaliGirl at January 13, 2017 06:37 PM (IgBFP)
I'm so glad to hear Lindafell is not only able to exercise, but actually feeling better than before the heart attack.
I did not know you had heart problems. How frightening for you. I'm happy you received the treatment you needed.
Posted by: CaliGirl at January 13, 2017 06:37 PM (IgBFP)
I'm so glad to hear Lindafell is not only able to exercise, but actually feeling better than before the heart attack.
Posted by: stace, deplorable at last at January 13, 2017 06:41 PM (ozZau)
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194 Shit I am only 29 (4 who counts on being severely mobility challenged and disabled at 48. Damn life just don't work out how you planned sometimes. Damn f'n disease. fuck.
Posted by: USNtakim at January 13, 2017 06:15 PM (hMqvx)
29??????? Son, I'm 67 and make a wreck at Daytona look good. I have been watching this wreck in slow motion since 1982 and just go with the flow cause it can't be changed. 4 strokes, 2 heart attack, cancer, and nerve damage plus other shit? It's all good, it's the cards I got.
Never give up. Tomorrow is waiting.
Posted by: USNtakim at January 13, 2017 06:15 PM (hMqvx)
29??????? Son, I'm 67 and make a wreck at Daytona look good. I have been watching this wreck in slow motion since 1982 and just go with the flow cause it can't be changed. 4 strokes, 2 heart attack, cancer, and nerve damage plus other shit? It's all good, it's the cards I got.
Never give up. Tomorrow is waiting.
Posted by: I Need a Drink at January 13, 2017 06:41 PM (bKxiT)
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5K X 6 = 3 miles
Posted by: Tinfoilbaby at January 13, 2017 06:41 PM (6Ll1u)
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Yeah, I have the effing AC on right now, and I can't even bitch at my husband without hacking out half a lung. Bonus for him, come to think of it.
Posted by: stace, deplorable at last at January 13, 2017 06:34 PM (ozZau)
o_O where on earth are you that you have to run the AC in January? I'm torn between wearing two sweaters and turning on the furnace and then spewing blood from my nose from the dry winter air. And it's not even really that cold here.
Posted by: stace, deplorable at last at January 13, 2017 06:34 PM (ozZau)
o_O where on earth are you that you have to run the AC in January? I'm torn between wearing two sweaters and turning on the furnace and then spewing blood from my nose from the dry winter air. And it's not even really that cold here.
Posted by: Harry Reid at January 13, 2017 06:41 PM (8nWyX)
Posted by: Bruce Springsteen at January 13, 2017 06:42 PM (0LQ4f)
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Also I am not technically Harry Reid.
Posted by: hogmartin at January 13, 2017 06:42 PM (8nWyX)
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Posted by: JTB at January 13, 2017 06:38 PM (V+03K)
You seem to know a lot about art, so it's wonderful you're learning to draw and paint too.
You seem to know a lot about art, so it's wonderful you're learning to draw and paint too.
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at January 13, 2017 06:42 PM (tOcW/)
Posted by: garrett at January 13, 2017 06:43 PM (tdv0F)
Posted by: Soothsayer XLT at January 13, 2017 06:45 PM (/fs7H)
Posted by: tbodie at January 13, 2017 06:45 PM (lQn8Y)
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Posted by: FenelonSpoke at January 13, 2017 06:34 PM (tOcW/)
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Thanks Fenelon. I remember that now!
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Thanks Fenelon. I remember that now!
Posted by: Weasel at January 13, 2017 06:45 PM (Sfs6o)
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Just anecdotal, but there seems to be some extra-nasty crud going around this winter.
Yeah, we all had it. I was really not feeling well over the holidays. The hubby was sick for almost a month. The kids seemed to bounce back the quickest.
Yeah, we all had it. I was really not feeling well over the holidays. The hubby was sick for almost a month. The kids seemed to bounce back the quickest.
Posted by: no good deed at January 13, 2017 06:45 PM (hJamr)
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251 Chico
Posted by: 13times at January 13, 2017 06:45 PM (WHVu+)
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Ace, not only for yourself, but reading the accounts of many of your followers, you have done a great service by initiating this GAINZZ thread. So many people have lost weight, got on exercise programs, changed their diets, thanks to you.
Posted by: washrivergal at January 13, 2017 06:45 PM (Ivjge)
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Outstanding benefits, apparently. I will continue my consumption.
Posted by: washrivergal at January 13, 2017 06:40 PM (Ivjge)
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*fistbump*
Posted by: washrivergal at January 13, 2017 06:40 PM (Ivjge)
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*fistbump*
Posted by: Weasel at January 13, 2017 06:47 PM (Sfs6o)
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what is "raw" apple cider vinegar?
Posted by: @votermom @vm at January 13, 2017 06:47 PM (Om16U)
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o_O where on earth are you that you have to run the AC in January? I'm torn between wearing two sweaters and turning on the furnace and then spewing blood from my nose from the dry winter air. And it's not even really that cold here.
Posted by: Harry Reid at January 13, 2017 06:41 PM (8nWyX)
San Antonio. It's 77 right now, and actually really nice outside, but I feel hot here in the house. Then just a few days ago we had three hard freezes in a row, so we're alternating between shorts and flip flops, and coats and mufflers.
Posted by: Harry Reid at January 13, 2017 06:41 PM (8nWyX)
San Antonio. It's 77 right now, and actually really nice outside, but I feel hot here in the house. Then just a few days ago we had three hard freezes in a row, so we're alternating between shorts and flip flops, and coats and mufflers.
Posted by: stace, deplorable at last at January 13, 2017 06:47 PM (ozZau)
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what is "raw" apple cider vinegar?
Posted by: @votermom @vm at January 13, 2017 06:47 PM (Om16U)
Vinegar that hasn't been pasteurized. It still has the mother in it.
Posted by: @votermom @vm at January 13, 2017 06:47 PM (Om16U)
Vinegar that hasn't been pasteurized. It still has the mother in it.
Posted by: Colorado Alex In Exile at January 13, 2017 06:48 PM (S2V6F)
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I've tried to gain weight and muscle mass but it didn't happen..
Posted by: Skip at January 13, 2017 06:48 PM (yx0Ld)
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I've been stress eating for damn near two months now. GAINZZZ are a distant memory.
Posted by: Brother Cavil, Cylon without a basestar at January 13, 2017 06:48 PM (vyqqu)
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moviegique:
The reason I signed up for a marathon is I used to be quite good at them. I've done 4, all in my late 40's and qualified for Boston 4 1/2 years and 30 lbs ago with an under 3:30 run as a 49 year old. I was at the 2013 Boston where two assholes tried to kill me and everyone else (I had finished and gotten dressed and was just getting ready to get back to my hotel when the bombs went off).
Now I have to go run a race where all my still thin, still fast former running buddies are also running. Hmmph.
The reason I signed up for a marathon is I used to be quite good at them. I've done 4, all in my late 40's and qualified for Boston 4 1/2 years and 30 lbs ago with an under 3:30 run as a 49 year old. I was at the 2013 Boston where two assholes tried to kill me and everyone else (I had finished and gotten dressed and was just getting ready to get back to my hotel when the bombs went off).
Now I have to go run a race where all my still thin, still fast former running buddies are also running. Hmmph.
Posted by: chris not rock at January 13, 2017 06:48 PM (WO0/g)
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Something I've begun at a basic level and want to improve on is tying flies for fishing. There is a huge satisfaction in catching fish on flies you've tied yourself. And there is a great variety of styles and materials to play with. Except for a decent vise and thread bobbin, it can be inexpensive.
Posted by: JTB at January 13, 2017 06:49 PM (V+03K)
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The irony that I type this while sipping a beer is not lost on me. heh.
Posted by: Pug Mahon, Myopic American at January 13, 2017 06:22 PM (RwwCT)*
*takes a sip of whiskey*
Word
Posted by: tbodie at January 13, 2017 06:41 PM (lQn8Y)
I decided to give up booze in January.
That ended today.
Posted by: Pug Mahon, Myopic American at January 13, 2017 06:22 PM (RwwCT)*
*takes a sip of whiskey*
Word
Posted by: tbodie at January 13, 2017 06:41 PM (lQn8Y)
I decided to give up booze in January.
That ended today.
Posted by: Country Boy - Stay Deplorable My Friends at January 13, 2017 06:49 PM (Jcg9Q)
Posted by: washrivergal at January 13, 2017 06:49 PM (Ivjge)
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Posted by: @votermom @vm at January 13, 2017 06:47 PM (Om16U)
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It's all organic and unrefined and shit. Look for BRAGG brand - tastes better than a couple of the others I've been choking down.
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It's all organic and unrefined and shit. Look for BRAGG brand - tastes better than a couple of the others I've been choking down.
Posted by: Weasel at January 13, 2017 06:49 PM (Sfs6o)
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241 *I don't have any bad habits I need to quit, since after next Friday I won't have to worry about swearing reflexively when I see Obama's face.
Posted by: Brunette the 'Ette at January 13, 2017 06:25 PM (adsVM)*
Nothing wrong with that.
Posted by: tbodie at January 13, 2017 06:37 PM (lQn8Y)
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I was going to say, "Well, I try to set a good example for the kids." then realized that the Horde would consider reflexive swearing at Obama a good example...especially if there were Outlaw Josey Wales-style spitting involved.
Posted by: Brunette the 'Ette at January 13, 2017 06:25 PM (adsVM)*
Nothing wrong with that.
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I was going to say, "Well, I try to set a good example for the kids." then realized that the Horde would consider reflexive swearing at Obama a good example...especially if there were Outlaw Josey Wales-style spitting involved.
Posted by: Brunette the 'Ette at January 13, 2017 06:49 PM (adsVM)
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Braggs raw organic apple cider vinegar is what I buy.
Posted by: CaliGirl at January 13, 2017 06:49 PM (IgBFP)
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Not sure, I only use Kelvin, I had a friend named Kelvin in the Army and he married one of the ugliest woman I have ever seen, we turned her in to CPS when we found out that she was dosing the baby with whiskey to keep him quiet.
Posted by: Tinfoilbaby at January 13, 2017 06:50 PM (6Ll1u)
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Th nasty crud that lingers is everywhere worldwide. My oldest has been sick for 2 weeks, so neither of us s are making any gains. Interesting the comment one made about wheat and thyroid...I need to look into that.
As for hobbies, just lots of crochet
As for hobbies, just lots of crochet
Posted by: Euro at January 13, 2017 06:50 PM (3QYmP)
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Found some great deals on an armoire and a fancy night stand for Mrs. Hot Gates. (think: Pennies on the dollar.)
Also, have plans and materials lists for a new privacy fence and a new 500 sq ft patio, which I'll be installing later this summer.
Using locally sourced materials, the 80' fence will go up for under $600. The patio should be under $1500, including pavers, gravel and forms.
I might pay someone to drill the post holes for the fence posts, so that'll drive costs up a bit.
...and the memeplex I designed and released into the wild sixteen years ago, is performing quite well. Mutations (alt-right, NrX-ers, etc) are well within design parameters.
Also, have plans and materials lists for a new privacy fence and a new 500 sq ft patio, which I'll be installing later this summer.
Using locally sourced materials, the 80' fence will go up for under $600. The patio should be under $1500, including pavers, gravel and forms.
I might pay someone to drill the post holes for the fence posts, so that'll drive costs up a bit.
...and the memeplex I designed and released into the wild sixteen years ago, is performing quite well. Mutations (alt-right, NrX-ers, etc) are well within design parameters.
Posted by: The Hot Gates at January 13, 2017 06:50 PM (k3uSs)
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Posted by: tbodie at January 13, 2017 06:45 PM (lQn8Y)
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See? Climate change! Call the CIA!!!
Posted by: tbodie at January 13, 2017 06:45 PM (lQn8Y)
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See? Climate change! Call the CIA!!!
Posted by: Kabala Harass at January 13, 2017 06:52 PM (HgMAr)
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Weasel and CaliGirl: Where is this Braggs bought?
Posted by: washrivergal at January 13, 2017 06:52 PM (Ivjge)
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*.especially if there were Outlaw Josey Wales-style spitting involved.
Posted by: Brunette the 'Ette at January 13, 2017 06:49 PM (adsVM)*
Posted by: Brunette the 'Ette at January 13, 2017 06:49 PM (adsVM)*
Posted by: tbodie at January 13, 2017 06:52 PM (lQn8Y)
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I started doing the apple cider vinegar thing I keep reading about. I already eat a fairly low carb diet but figured it couldn't hurt.
Citrulline is good in a pre-workout, just make sure you're getting at least 1 g, preferably 2-3 g per serving, which has been shown effective in studies. A lot of preworkout will give you a minuscule dose (or hide the dose being "proprietary blend") to save money b/c it's not a cheap ingredient.
Citrulline is good in a pre-workout, just make sure you're getting at least 1 g, preferably 2-3 g per serving, which has been shown effective in studies. A lot of preworkout will give you a minuscule dose (or hide the dose being "proprietary blend") to save money b/c it's not a cheap ingredient.
Posted by: brak at January 13, 2017 06:54 PM (guIHw)
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You should be able to get Braggs apple cider vinegar at most supermarkets.
Posted by: FenelonSpoke at January 13, 2017 06:54 PM (tOcW/)
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I got into grassroots racing - cheap and fun and I've met great people
Posted by: Random Joe at January 13, 2017 06:54 PM (/Dwg6)
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Is the raw apple cider vinegar like the "jogging in a jug" that was touted several years ago?
Posted by: Euro at January 13, 2017 06:54 PM (3QYmP)
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Cheap-ish, I should say ...
Posted by: Random Joe at January 13, 2017 06:55 PM (/Dwg6)
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I've been putting together my Christmas present to myself -- a "PicoCluster". It's 10 tiny Raspberry Pi computers, networked together. Once I have it assembled, I'll start playing with software that lets me treat them as a single, larger computer.
Not much on memory -- 1G RAM each -- but it'll have 36 cores it will be able to put to work.
Not much on memory -- 1G RAM each -- but it'll have 36 cores it will be able to put to work.
Posted by: Rob Crawford at January 13, 2017 06:55 PM (fVubI)
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On a topic related note: as i said above i have had the crud for a while now. Thanks to Gainzzz thread (and all the encouraging stories) i have put on much less weight than expected.
So thank you, all, for that.
So thank you, all, for that.
Posted by: tbodie at January 13, 2017 06:56 PM (lQn8Y)
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262 ... "You seem to know a lot about art, so it's wonderful you're learning to draw and paint too."
Fenelon, you are very kind. It's more a matter of figuring out what I like and why. That's why I enjoy CBD's art thread each day: always something new to learn about art.
Fenelon, you are very kind. It's more a matter of figuring out what I like and why. That's why I enjoy CBD's art thread each day: always something new to learn about art.
Posted by: JTB at January 13, 2017 06:56 PM (V+03K)
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Something I've begun at a basic level and want to improve on is tying flies for fishing. There is a huge satisfaction in catching fish on flies you've tied yourself.
Posted by: JTB at January 13, 2017 06:49 PM (V+03K)
It does sound rewarding. Never got into fly fishing, myself. Have you heard of tenkara? Apparently, it's what all the cool kids do these days.
Posted by: JTB at January 13, 2017 06:49 PM (V+03K)
It does sound rewarding. Never got into fly fishing, myself. Have you heard of tenkara? Apparently, it's what all the cool kids do these days.
Posted by: hogmartin at January 13, 2017 06:57 PM (8nWyX)
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'Rons and 'Ettes...it would be worth your while to check this out...
http://www.amymyersmd.com/2015/11/10-signs-you-have-candida-overgrowth-and-what-to-do-about-it/
A simple, quick way to tell if you have a Candida problem is to take a few tablespoons of coconut oil a day, or steep a tsp of cinnamon in 8 oz water and drink that 3 times in one day.
If you have the squirts the next day, from either of those things..you have a Candida overgrowth.
http://www.amymyersmd.com/2015/11/10-signs-you-have-candida-overgrowth-and-what-to-do-about-it/
A simple, quick way to tell if you have a Candida problem is to take a few tablespoons of coconut oil a day, or steep a tsp of cinnamon in 8 oz water and drink that 3 times in one day.
If you have the squirts the next day, from either of those things..you have a Candida overgrowth.
Posted by: Brunette the 'Ette at January 13, 2017 06:57 PM (adsVM)
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PR this, PR that.
5K cross country, 16:59.
Yes, it was 40 years ago but it's still a PR.
Posted by: Bandersnatch, gentleman cad at January 13, 2017 06:34 PM (mgbwf)
That is impressive, very impressive.
PR this, PR that.
5K cross country, 16:59.
Yes, it was 40 years ago but it's still a PR.
Posted by: Bandersnatch, gentleman cad at January 13, 2017 06:34 PM (mgbwf)
That is impressive, very impressive.
Posted by: IC at January 13, 2017 06:57 PM (a0IVu)
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For all of you- lindafell is a vibrant, get things done person. If you wanted it yesterday, give her a call. She is also an extremely talented cook and baker.
Posted by: Ben Had at January 13, 2017 06:58 PM (OuPAS)
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Posted by: washrivergal at January 13, 2017 06:52 PM (Ivjge)
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At the supermarket with the other vinegar and dressing. One big chain didn't stock BRAGG, but the second one I tried did. I also think you can be put it at health food / nutritional stores. Finally, Amazon has it. Really does taste a little better but frankltpy I was getting used to the other kind too.
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At the supermarket with the other vinegar and dressing. One big chain didn't stock BRAGG, but the second one I tried did. I also think you can be put it at health food / nutritional stores. Finally, Amazon has it. Really does taste a little better but frankltpy I was getting used to the other kind too.
Posted by: Weasel at January 13, 2017 06:59 PM (Sfs6o)
Posted by: washrivergal at January 13, 2017 07:00 PM (Ivjge)
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Quick conversion, take kph X 6 and drop the last number to find mph.
Posted by: Tinfoilbaby at January 13, 2017 07:02 PM (6Ll1u)
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Something I've begun at a basic level and want to improve on is tying flies for fishing. There is a huge satisfaction in catching fish on flies you've tied yourself.
Posted by: JTB at January 13, 2017 06:49 PM (V+03K)
Oh, I missed this. I'm glad someone else quoted it.
Fresh or salt, dry or wet?
I hate tieing flies and I'm not good at it but I'm pigheaded and store bought flies don't look like what I have in my head so I do tie my own.
For saltwater. For dry flies I'm happy to let other people lose their eyesight. Maybe I should make learning to tie dries one of my gainzz.
Posted by: JTB at January 13, 2017 06:49 PM (V+03K)
Oh, I missed this. I'm glad someone else quoted it.
Fresh or salt, dry or wet?
I hate tieing flies and I'm not good at it but I'm pigheaded and store bought flies don't look like what I have in my head so I do tie my own.
For saltwater. For dry flies I'm happy to let other people lose their eyesight. Maybe I should make learning to tie dries one of my gainzz.
Posted by: Bandersnatch, gentleman cad at January 13, 2017 07:02 PM (mgbwf)
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NorCal almost flooded big time - tropical sheets of rain north of Sacramento in the Sierra/Cascades HWY 70 area. That always turns to disaster. It's a weather convergence point. Wind shear on ridges snaps tree's in half and small tornadoes or water spouts aren't uncommon there. Between Quincy and rural Portola. Nasty.
During the Pineapple Express we got a cold front from the north and the temperature dropped below freezing in the mountains @ ~4000ish+ feet.
Saved. By. Happenstance.
During the Pineapple Express we got a cold front from the north and the temperature dropped below freezing in the mountains @ ~4000ish+ feet.
Saved. By. Happenstance.
Posted by: 13times at January 13, 2017 07:03 PM (WHVu+)
Posted by: lindafell de spair deplorable xenophobic redneck at January 13, 2017 07:04 PM (JNDQi)
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That is impressive, very impressive.
Nah, the guy upthread (was it chris not rock?) who ran a sub 3:30 marathon in his forties is impressive.
Nah, the guy upthread (was it chris not rock?) who ran a sub 3:30 marathon in his forties is impressive.
Posted by: Bandersnatch, gentleman cad at January 13, 2017 07:04 PM (mgbwf)
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Nood. Culture war versus the "elite".
Posted by: andycanuck at January 13, 2017 07:04 PM (lJXY3)
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"I don't drink that much for one, I have PTSD and since I moved here my and got the hell out of Portland and away from the libs and their bullshit there my blood pressure has dropped. I also have heart disease from Agent Orange, a little thing I picked up in Nam.
I know you mean well and I do appreciate it and thank you."
I'm only saying that because I like to drink, too, and got high BP, Diabetes 2, etc.
i'm just missing the agent orange!
I cut back on my drinking and its really helped. Also lost around 30 lbs.
I know you mean well and I do appreciate it and thank you."
I'm only saying that because I like to drink, too, and got high BP, Diabetes 2, etc.
i'm just missing the agent orange!
I cut back on my drinking and its really helped. Also lost around 30 lbs.
Posted by: Harun at January 13, 2017 07:05 PM (UBBWX)
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My near future plan: complete an Olympic distance duathlon this year. There are a couple of races in August near me, so I've put together a training plan to get me there.
(Olympic du' is 1.5ml run / 23.3ml bike / 10k run)
Re: caffeine - there are a lot of documented benefits for caffeine as a pre-workout drug: More efficient burn of fat to fuel muscles (which preserves glycogen, the primary fuel source for hard efforts), and increased recovery rates.
http://tinyurl.com/nauqmbf
(Olympic du' is 1.5ml run / 23.3ml bike / 10k run)
Re: caffeine - there are a lot of documented benefits for caffeine as a pre-workout drug: More efficient burn of fat to fuel muscles (which preserves glycogen, the primary fuel source for hard efforts), and increased recovery rates.
http://tinyurl.com/nauqmbf
Posted by: ghbucky at January 13, 2017 07:05 PM (D2q91)
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On the subject of hobbies, is anyone familiar with cartridges from GGG of Lithuania? Supposedly milspec and NATO marked.
Posted by: Grump928(C) Trivial Psychic at January 13, 2017 07:06 PM (LTHVh)
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>>>Sure, but what's that in Farenheit?
Now, now. Let's have none of that talk here. This blog's supposed to be appropriate for families.
Now, now. Let's have none of that talk here. This blog's supposed to be appropriate for families.
Posted by: Lincoln Chaffee at January 13, 2017 07:07 PM (vP09u)
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297 ... hogmartin, I've read about tenkara but haven't tried it (yet). I started fishing when I was 4 or 5 years old using a broom stick, some ancient line and a hook with a clam neck on it. Growing up on an island it was something you learned to do. Almost 60 years later I still enjoy it. But these days it's with light spinning gear and fly rods.
Posted by: JTB at January 13, 2017 07:07 PM (V+03K)
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277 Something I've begun at a basic level and want to improve on is tying flies for fishing. There is a huge satisfaction in catching fish on flies you've tied yourself. And there is a great variety of styles and materials to play with. Except for a decent vise and thread bobbin, it can be inexpensive.
Posted by: JTB at January 13, 2017 06:49 PM (V+03K)
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Do NOT, I repeat, do NOT leave any of your creations on the kitchen table. Not if they are truly realistic.
There are women --- I won't name names --- who do terrible things to strange bugs. Terrible things.
Posted by: JTB at January 13, 2017 06:49 PM (V+03K)
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Do NOT, I repeat, do NOT leave any of your creations on the kitchen table. Not if they are truly realistic.
There are women --- I won't name names --- who do terrible things to strange bugs. Terrible things.
Posted by: Margarita DeVille at January 13, 2017 07:07 PM (Nox3c)
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Sixkiller,
Yeah, I wound up having a heart attack on November 15th. I was not
high risk for it. One artery was totally occluded and the other two were
normal. So one angioplasty and a stent later I actually feel better
than I have in several years.
Posted by: lindafell de spair deplorable xenophobic redneck at January 13, 2017 06:20 PM (JNDQi)
OMG LindaFell - I had no idea, sweetie. Please take good care of yourself!!! I hope you're truly feeling better -- time to start walking!
Sixkiller,
Yeah, I wound up having a heart attack on November 15th. I was not
high risk for it. One artery was totally occluded and the other two were
normal. So one angioplasty and a stent later I actually feel better
than I have in several years.
Posted by: lindafell de spair deplorable xenophobic redneck at January 13, 2017 06:20 PM (JNDQi)
OMG LindaFell - I had no idea, sweetie. Please take good care of yourself!!! I hope you're truly feeling better -- time to start walking!
Posted by: Sixkiller at January 13, 2017 07:12 PM (BiXfR)
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304 ... Hi Bandersnatch, I haven't fished saltwater for years although that's what I grew up doing. Part of the appeal of fly tying is the humor. I have hands like a baseball mitt and that brings a certain amount of laughing to the activity. Fortunately, I've learned that pretty basic flies are often the most effective.
Posted by: JTB at January 13, 2017 07:12 PM (V+03K)
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Posted by: JTB at January 13, 2017 07:07 PM (V+03K)
I haven't tried it either, so no real advice to impart. My fishing experience is limited to hooking dumb bluegills on department store spinning gear and speargunning gamefish 40ft underwater. Fly fishing is not my thing, but people are really big on tenkara; they talk about it like moving from an automatic car to a manual.
I haven't tried it either, so no real advice to impart. My fishing experience is limited to hooking dumb bluegills on department store spinning gear and speargunning gamefish 40ft underwater. Fly fishing is not my thing, but people are really big on tenkara; they talk about it like moving from an automatic car to a manual.
Posted by: hogmartin at January 13, 2017 07:15 PM (8nWyX)
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314 ... MDV, Thanks for the laugh. Nobody would confuse my efforts for anything real. The amazing thing is that fish will take them. This does not speak well for fish brain power. :-)
Posted by: JTB at January 13, 2017 07:15 PM (V+03K)
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I think I gained about 15 lbs last month, and I look better than ever. Here, let me take off my clothes and show you!
Posted by: Lena Dunham at January 13, 2017 07:16 PM (AwJBU)
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I went on the Subway diet, y'know just like Jared.
I've lost 180 pounds. Thank you.
Ah do have little bit of extra skin, tho.
And unfortunately my neck does look like a vaginah
+100,000,000
Congratulations- and easy plastic surgery to smoothout the extras!
I've lost 180 pounds. Thank you.
Ah do have little bit of extra skin, tho.
And unfortunately my neck does look like a vaginah
+100,000,000
Congratulations- and easy plastic surgery to smoothout the extras!
Posted by: free tibet, with purchase of equal or greater value tibet at January 13, 2017 07:17 PM (CL76w)
Posted by: Sixkiller at January 13, 2017 07:18 PM (BiXfR)
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For Californians wondering if the mid to lowers Sacramento flood water will go over the levee.
http://water.weather.gov/ahps2/hydrograph.php?gage=tisc1&wfo=sto&refresh=true
http://water.weather.gov/ahps2/hydrograph.php?gage=tisc1&wfo=sto&refresh=true
Posted by: 13times at January 13, 2017 07:18 PM (WHVu+)
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I kinda went off HFLC over the holidays, and gained back about 2/3 of what I lost. Started back on the diet, though, and already down 4 lbs since last week.
Plus, I got tired of sitting out in the cold in late deer season, so I went and "GAINED" my first compound bow. Should prove useful in gaining some protein next fall.
Plus, I got tired of sitting out in the cold in late deer season, so I went and "GAINED" my first compound bow. Should prove useful in gaining some protein next fall.
Posted by: Grimaldi at January 13, 2017 07:19 PM (AwJBU)
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Thanks sixkiller!
Posted by: lindafell de spair deplorable xenophobic redneck at January 13, 2017 07:30 PM (JNDQi)
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I gainzzzz'd a cold. But At least nowadays, I'm bouncing 172-177 instead of 175-180.
Posted by: Memories at January 13, 2017 07:38 PM (mwcEF)
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Kids these days have it so easy with all the information available. When Inwas a flat-chested teen, I could only DREAM of building my own rack! And out of lumber? Amazing!
Thanks for the fasting link. I picked up a 5:2 recipe magazine because I liked the look of squash risotto. Didn't realize it was a diet.
One of my co-workers and I have decided to leave work at a decent hour to work out. But I just started, so no change yet.
Thanks for the fasting link. I picked up a 5:2 recipe magazine because I liked the look of squash risotto. Didn't realize it was a diet.
One of my co-workers and I have decided to leave work at a decent hour to work out. But I just started, so no change yet.
Posted by: NaughtyPine at January 13, 2017 07:41 PM (UwMHj)
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Plus, I got tired of sitting out in the cold in late deer season, so I went and "GAINED" my first compound bow. Should prove useful in gaining some protein next fall.
Posted by: Grimaldi at January 13, 2017 07:19 PM (AwJBU)
If you can find them in your area, 3D "Walk the Trail" archery competitions are great for honing your skill.
https://tinyurl.com/hkq97yn
Posted by: Grimaldi at January 13, 2017 07:19 PM (AwJBU)
If you can find them in your area, 3D "Walk the Trail" archery competitions are great for honing your skill.
https://tinyurl.com/hkq97yn
Posted by: Country Singer (Gab @Bert G) at January 13, 2017 07:44 PM (GUBah)
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Posted by: washrivergal at January 13, 2017 06:52 PM (Ivjge)
Maybe it's because I live in California but all the grocery stores carry it. Even the Hispanic markets.
Maybe it's because I live in California but all the grocery stores carry it. Even the Hispanic markets.
Posted by: CaliGirl at January 13, 2017 07:45 PM (IgBFP)
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Posted by: Grimaldi at January 13, 2017 07:19 PM (AwJBU)
Followup to my post at 327, here's what a 3D competition looks like.
https://youtu.be/PeiFQkjVkZo
Followup to my post at 327, here's what a 3D competition looks like.
https://youtu.be/PeiFQkjVkZo
Posted by: Country Singer (Gab @Bert G) at January 13, 2017 07:49 PM (GUBah)
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Kids these days don't know how lucky they are to have so much information at their fingertips. When I was a flat-chested teen, I could only DREAM of building my own rack! And out lumber? Modern engineering can do everything!
Thanks for the link about fasting diet. I have a 5:2 recipe for squash risotto. I wasn't sure what 5:2 meant.
Thanks for the link about fasting diet. I have a 5:2 recipe for squash risotto. I wasn't sure what 5:2 meant.
Posted by: NaughtyPine at January 13, 2017 07:50 PM (UwMHj)
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Sorry for the double-post. The iPad went weird because of low battery.
Posted by: NaughtyPine at January 13, 2017 07:55 PM (UwMHj)
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Replaced the kitchen faucet today. The hot water tap was leaking - took it apart, cleaned it up, re-installed it. There was no longer a leak. Yes sir, not a leak anymore just a straight flow. Oh joy. Well, the new faucet looks better.
Posted by: gNewt at January 13, 2017 08:22 PM (/8r1I)
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Gave up on the Michael Wolff piece half way through. He's got what he calls the Trump's pussy tape on his mind and it's rattled his brain. I'm tired of hearing it and I haven't any patience left for it to be central to his theme. Plus, Newsweek. Dropped that dopey rag decades ago after they went desktop publishing. Dropped Newsweek and took up the more sensible Mad Magazine.
Posted by: Chip at January 13, 2017 08:44 PM (KXQr+)
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I'm guessing an Ewok could drop a size just by shaving his fur off. A bottle of Nair would work as well. Late, I know.
Posted by: Northernlurker at January 13, 2017 08:58 PM (nBr1j)
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I started mid July at around 226. I lost 1-2 pounds a week until late October when I stabilized at 208 and gained back some. I stopped snacking on salted peanuts that the gain dropped, but I stayed 208 to 212 through the holidays - a rough effing time that included the loss of my bride of 24 years to effing leukemia withing 2 weeks of diagnosis!
After Christmas I started walking - I'm up to about 75 minutes of fast walk in the morning (3.6-4.0 miles) while still fasting. My blood sugars are normalizing from 139 to 122-115 and the weight drop is starting: 205 yesterday. My last A1C went from 7.6 to 7.0
Its no longer a diet - its a lifestyle. Stay away from the carbs, more protein and fats, breakfast 11-noon, dinner 5-6. Big salad with feta or gorgonzola, oven roasted almonds, craisens, avocado, and then a smaller main course. I'm not always perfect at it but I seem to agree with it.
After Christmas I started walking - I'm up to about 75 minutes of fast walk in the morning (3.6-4.0 miles) while still fasting. My blood sugars are normalizing from 139 to 122-115 and the weight drop is starting: 205 yesterday. My last A1C went from 7.6 to 7.0
Its no longer a diet - its a lifestyle. Stay away from the carbs, more protein and fats, breakfast 11-noon, dinner 5-6. Big salad with feta or gorgonzola, oven roasted almonds, craisens, avocado, and then a smaller main course. I'm not always perfect at it but I seem to agree with it.
Posted by: Dave Head at January 13, 2017 10:26 PM (AtF0K)
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Well I'm stalled in the fat loss, I hit a low of 160lbs and for the last month have been hovering around 165lbs, stalled in muscle gain (or strength gain at least), stalled in fat loss, and getting tired of eating the same things because they're the only easy things to eat on LCHF. So I decided to switch it up a week and a bit ago. 2 day fast ending in a huge 3 hour weight pushing workout while sucking in BCAA supplements and protein. Then it was 3 days solid of eating like a body builder and working out every day. Two days of rest and regular eating, then 2 day fast, and back to the working out hard and eating hard for 4 days in a row. I saw big gains in the strength department in the second week. Personal records on the bench, squat, shoulder press, triceps pull-down, and chin-ups. I'm thinking the BCAAs are making the most difference, but it might just be the extra eating on workout days since that's new too. But I'm not feeling the pain nearly as much post-workout like I used to, and I had tried the big eating before. Weight currently at 167lbs going into my 2-day fast starting tomorrow. That should cut me down a few pounds of fat at least. My muscles are definitely looking bigger, but my belly still has the last bit of fat hiding my abs, refusing to let go. I seem to lose fat from everywhere else first when restricting calories, and then when I let loose I gain it on the belly first. I'm starting to see the veins in my arms, in my shoulders, calves, and even the front hip. At this point I'm ready to paint the abs on with body paint and do the photo op before and after. Goal achieved, just try to maintain. We'll see...
Posted by: pete at January 13, 2017 10:50 PM (78f+H)
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OK. When the heck do we get pix? You needn't show your face. We trust you not to substitute a pic of Hugh Jackman.
Posted by: CrankyYankee at January 14, 2017 11:12 AM (qWfNh)
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I made dip bars of one long, oak stair railing, cut in half, lying across the safety/spotting/cross bars of my weight rack. Each piece of railing is about six or so feet long.
The railing has a flat side for the mounting brackets that nicely keeps the bars from rolling when you're using them.
The railing has a flat side for the mounting brackets that nicely keeps the bars from rolling when you're using them.
Posted by: CrankyYankee at January 14, 2017 11:18 AM (qWfNh)
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Water weight will make the body fat sensor read high too.
Posted by: Rusty_Shackleford at January 14, 2017 04:45 PM (95pnn)
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Super Beets. Great energizer without the jitters of caffeine. Super antioxidant ,helps keep BP normal.
Im always a skeptic, mr infidelisious bought Dana Loestch 's pitch (she's a hot conservative and packs). So I tried it. Give it a strong 8.5.
Im always a skeptic, mr infidelisious bought Dana Loestch 's pitch (she's a hot conservative and packs). So I tried it. Give it a strong 8.5.
Posted by: Infidelisious at January 15, 2017 12:45 AM (j5/kl)
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CItrulline works by synthesizing nitric oxide. (It's a rate limiting substance in vivo.)
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The (Almost) Complete Paul Anka Integrity Kick
Primary Document: The Audio
Paul Anka Haiku Contest Announcement
Integrity SAT's: Entrance Exam for Paul Anka's Band
AllahPundit's Paul Anka 45's Collection
AnkaPundit: Paul Anka Takes Over the Site for a Weekend (Continues through to Monday's postings)
George Bush Slices Don Rumsfeld Like an F*ckin' Hammer
Paul Anka Haiku Contest Announcement
Integrity SAT's: Entrance Exam for Paul Anka's Band
AllahPundit's Paul Anka 45's Collection
AnkaPundit: Paul Anka Takes Over the Site for a Weekend (Continues through to Monday's postings)
George Bush Slices Don Rumsfeld Like an F*ckin' Hammer
Top Top Tens
Democratic Forays into Erotica
New Shows On Gore's DNC/MTV Network
Nicknames for Potatoes, By People Who Really Hate Potatoes
Star Wars Euphemisms for Self-Abuse
Signs You're at an Iraqi "Wedding Party"
Signs Your Clown Has Gone Bad
Signs That You, Geroge Michael, Should Probably Just Give It Up
Signs of Hip-Hop Influence on John Kerry
NYT Headlines Spinning Bush's Jobs Boom
Things People Are More Likely to Say Than "Did You Hear What Al Franken Said Yesterday?"
Signs that Paul Krugman Has Lost His Frickin' Mind
All-Time Best NBA Players, According to Senator Robert Byrd
Other Bad Things About the Jews, According to the Koran
Signs That David Letterman Just Doesn't Care Anymore
Examples of Bob Kerrey's Insufferable Racial Jackassery
Signs Andy Rooney Is Going Senile
Other Judgments Dick Clarke Made About Condi Rice Based on Her Appearance
Collective Names for Groups of People
John Kerry's Other Vietnam Super-Pets
Cool Things About the XM8 Assault Rifle
Media-Approved Facts About the Democrat Spy
Changes to Make Christianity More "Inclusive"
Secret John Kerry Senatorial Accomplishments
John Edwards Campaign Excuses
John Kerry Pick-Up Lines
Changes Liberal Senator George Michell Will Make at Disney
Torments in Dog-Hell
Greatest Hitjobs
The Ace of Spades HQ Sex-for-Money Skankathon
A D&D Guide to the Democratic Candidates
Margaret Cho: Just Not Funny
More Margaret Cho Abuse
Margaret Cho: Still Not Funny
Iraqi Prisoner Claims He Was Raped... By Woman
Wonkette Announces "Morning Zoo" Format
John Kerry's "Plan" Causes Surrender of Moqtada al-Sadr's Militia
World Muslim Leaders Apologize for Nick Berg's Beheading
Michael Moore Goes on Lunchtime Manhattan Death-Spree
Milestone: Oliver Willis Posts 400th "Fake News Article" Referencing Britney Spears
Liberal Economists Rue a "New Decade of Greed"
Artificial Insouciance: Maureen Dowd's Word Processor Revolts Against Her Numbing Imbecility
Intelligence Officials Eye Blogs for Tips
They Done Found Us Out, Cletus: Intrepid Internet Detective Figures Out Our Master Plan
Shock: Josh Marshall Almost Mentions Sarin Discovery in Iraq
Leather-Clad Biker Freaks Terrorize Australian Town
When Clinton Was President, Torture Was Cool
What Wonkette Means When She Explains What Tina Brown Means
Wonkette's Stand-Up Act
Wankette HQ Gay-Rumors Du Jour
Here's What's Bugging Me: Goose and Slider
My Own Micah Wright Style Confession of Dishonesty
Outraged "Conservatives" React to the FMA
An On-Line Impression of Dennis Miller Having Sex with a Kodiak Bear
The Story the Rightwing Media Refuses to Report!
Our Lunch with David "Glengarry Glen Ross" Mamet
The House of Love: Paul Krugman
A Michael Moore Mystery (TM)
The Dowd-O-Matic!
Liberal Consistency and Other Myths
Kepler's Laws of Liberal Media Bias
John Kerry-- The Splunge! Candidate
"Divisive" Politics & "Attacks on Patriotism" (very long)
The Donkey ("The Raven" parody)
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