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[Tank Top Master]

Big ups to my new position. I use my lunch to hit the gym. Gym is like 20 steps away from the building I work in.

We have a gym like 50 yards away and I still pass right by it to workout somewhere else. Prolly safer for my employment status that way.

 

[Beruseruku Desu]

Need to buy a new Pre within 3 days.
Currently using Total War.

What is everyone else using.
Either I'm going to buy total again, or buy a recommendation in here.

Pre-Workout

This is the most value-driven formula on the market. While most companies have underdosed, 20 serving tubs, we chose to do it differently. 30 servings, 24g per serving ($1.50 per serving), natural coloring from Red Beet powder. Every single ingredient has a purpose: 9g Citrulline Malate for...

papasupps.com

 

[freshpairs]

Need to buy a new Pre within 3 days.
Currently using Total War.

What is everyone else using.
Either I'm going to buy total again, or buy a recommendation in here.

bucked up

 

[Maserati Fox]

Anyone here ever get like tailbone or sacrum soreness? It’s not really painful per say, the only thing that really bothers it is laying on it but I have to literally be in a very specific spot. I figured I have insurance so I’ve been going to PT but they’re just making me do more core exercises that I could be doing at the gym. Wondering if any of you fellas have ever dealt with something similar and what caused it

 

[tokes99]

Anyone here ever get like tailbone or sacrum soreness? It’s not really painful per say, the only thing that really bothers it is laying on it but I have to literally be in a very specific spot. I figured I have insurance so I’ve been going to PT but they’re just making me do more core exercises that I could be doing at the gym. Wondering if any of you fellas have ever dealt with something similar and what caused it

i don't even know what a sacrum is...only tailbone soreness i've ever gotten was from repeatedly landing on my tail from poor attempts of trying to land a front flip

 

[Tank Top Master]

Pre-Workout

This is the most value-driven formula on the market. While most companies have underdosed, 20 serving tubs, we chose to do it differently. 30 servings, 24g per serving ($1.50 per serving), natural coloring from Red Beet powder. Every single ingredient has a purpose: 9g Citrulline Malate for...

papasupps.com

Looks decent.

melo0115 I try to stay away from anything with a prop blend or a small-*** scoop.

 

[Tank Top Master]

Anyone here ever get like tailbone or sacrum soreness? It’s not really painful per say, the only thing that really bothers it is laying on it but I have to literally be in a very specific spot. I figured I have insurance so I’ve been going to PT but they’re just making me do more core exercises that I could be doing at the gym. Wondering if any of you fellas have ever dealt with something similar and what caused it

Yes. Sprained (i.e. tore ligaments) in my SI joint like 4/5 years ago tryna max out on deads the day after I maxed out on squats.

Took a hot minute (several weeks) and free appointments to the chiropractor to get back right.

 

[Beruseruku Desu]

He is him

 

[mplsdunk]

I “irritated” a disc doing dl when I was new and dumb af to lifting.

It went away with some exercises from the doctor.

Best part is it was warm up weight.

 

[206to813]

Anyone agree/disagree?
He’s making me think if I do a good job of drinking hella water and deal with the annoyingness of peeing every 5 minutes, I’m wasting my time or even doing harm, if my mineral levels aren’t right. Which I’m guessing they aren’t since I don’t take a mineral supplement or honestly eat that great.

 

[melo0115]

I did a few tubs of Total War back in 2020 but ultimately bushed it for Pre-Jym. Neither is perfect but I liked Pre-Jym better if we're talking ish off the shelf.

Stay away from Grape Candy if you do try some.

Dope! I'll have to try some pre-jym on the next one. I just grabbed some bucked.

 

[206to813]

DIY monkey feet

 

[tokes99]

Anyone agree/disagree?
He’s making me think if I do a good job of drinking hella water and deal with the annoyingness of peeing every 5 minutes, I’m wasting my time or even doing harm, if my mineral levels aren’t right. Which I’m guessing they aren’t since I don’t take a mineral supplement or honestly eat that great.

just kinda depends on your activity level...and to some degree your diet; if you are concerned about your typical macro/micro nutrient intake check out the app cronometer---it has some relatively granular tracking of that stuff so plug in some of your go to foods and see where you might be lacking compared the the recommended daily value(s). given that many people may not drink enough water &/or too much of other beverages in general drinking a gallon (arbitrary amount) probably only matters if you are super active or have an extreme deficiency...

 

[Beruseruku Desu]

Anyone agree/disagree?
He’s making me think if I do a good job of drinking hella water and deal with the annoyingness of peeing every 5 minutes, I’m wasting my time or even doing harm, if my mineral levels aren’t right. Which I’m guessing they aren’t since I don’t take a mineral supplement or honestly eat that great.

its true, especially water in america since we filter out most of all the minerals and electrolytes are gone.

hydration/dehydration isnt based off how much water you drink but rather the balance of minerals in your body

if you go to other parts of the world Like Europe they dont drink as much water because they already get hydrated from the amount they drink

1 hr before the gym (or if I just feel dehydrated) I take one water bottle, and put 1 scoop of this in. next thing you know my piss is white and I actually feel hella hydrated.

Hydra-Charge - Healthy Sports Hydration | Kaged

Kaged Hydra-Charge is the healthy sports hydration solution. With Coconut Water Powder, Electrolytes, and Antioxidants to keep you hydrated during any activity.

www.kaged.com

 

[cs02132]

Don't give up

isn't that kinda the point, at least compared to a normal bench press? do you record your reps to check your form or see any other issues?

I find most pre-positioned benches to be on way too much of an incline. If it's one you can adjust yourself, just set it on one or 2 notches above it being completely flat.

So I tried again last night with the seat in that position and I finally got it . Did it on the smith machine and it actually felt really good. Gonna try with dumbbells as well next week

Also deadlifted on Saturday. Got up to 245 for 1. Before my knee injury I was doing 295 for reps so I’m glad I’m getting back to close to where I was without my knee falling off

One thing I’m noticing now, that I’ve never really had a problem with before is my grip. Between BJJ and lifting I always had a really strong grip but after not doing anything for 4 years I gotta work on it again

 

[cs02132]

If I got a pre workout without caffeine would it still give me energy or just a pump? I have never taken a pre before and I don’t consume coffee/caffeine and I workout at night. I already have trouble sleeping early so I don’t wanna force it but I am kinda tired when it’s time to go now

These are what I use for pre workout now The best

 

[tokes99]

He is him

can someone explain why he pointed to/waited on the screen on the last slide?

 

[spizike231]

Anybody here eat tuna through the week?

I may be eating three 2.6oz of starkist tuna packs a week, but I’m not sure if that’s putting me at risk for mercury poisoning.

After some slight digging, it seems the amount I need to eat to be at any danger is way higher than 7.z (around 1/2 lb) a week. Just thought I’d ask since it’s such a good source of protein while not being calorie dense, possibly some of y’all have experience with it in semi daily diet.

 

[ghenges]

Anybody here eat tuna through the week?

I may be eating three 2.6oz of starkist tuna packs a week, but I’m not sure if that’s putting me at risk for mercury poisoning.

After some slight digging, it seems the amount I need to eat to be at any danger is way higher than 7.z (around 1/2 lb) a week. Just thought I’d ask since it’s such a good source of protein while not being calorie dense, possibly some of y’all have experience with it in semi daily diet.

I remember looking this up a while back. It's safe to eat 2-3 4oz servings per week.. so no more than 8 to 12oz per week.

I get the solid white albacore which is like 110cals and 26g protein. It does need a tblsp of light mayo so maybe 150cals in all.

 

[Beruseruku Desu]

can someone explain why he pointed to/waited on the screen on the last slide?

to see the judges decision. Lift isn’t counted until 2/3 judges approve it. No point celebrating early only for the lift to get turned down

 

[tokes99]

forgot that there were judges, wonder are there many instances where the lifter is certain they hit a lift but the judges don't think so?

pulled 525 again, sans caffeine/homemade preworkout

 

[ghenges]

Enjoy the last week and a half before it becomes a mad house on January 1st. My gym already started prepping. They got rid of the paper towel and spray bottles and replaced them with wipes. I'm going to have to start carrying a towel with me for sweat.

 

[combo gd]

It is 42 degrees outside here is TX... so I decided to do my dribble warm up exercises in the kitchen.

 

[art vandelay]

It is 42 degrees outside here is TX... so I decided to do my dribble warm up exercises in the kitchen.

And it’s only going to get colder, they’re talking about windchill is going to be close or below zero in some parts

 

[combo gd]

And it’s only going to get colder, they’re talking about windchill is going to be close or below zero in some parts

we inside lol