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CriticalMass

I've got to agree with Kodama here. It's not necessarily a good metric for evaluating individuals. But it is a great metric for evaluating populations.

I live in one of the 3 worst states that are red on that map. Let me assure you that people are not getting shorter.

CriticalMass

Well, I don't usually have problems with eating so much that I feel bad. So, that's not a huge issue for me.

My main issue, from a behavior modification point of view, is the feeling of going "cold turkey" every Monday. When I first began the diet months ago, this was not a problem, because I like ...

CriticalMass

Well, I'm fairly certain that this would not be a mod. In fact I think it is what is recommended for everybody. At least that was the impression that I got from "S-days gone wild"

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Having a discrete number of esses on S days is something that I would like to do. But I lack the inclination to do it. As a result, I permasnack on S days.

My question is, if I start limiting my esses on S days, will that make overall diet compliance easier or harder. What has been the experience ...

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For what it is worth, I like the rubber grip that came integrated into my fiberglass handle. I feel like it improves my grip, so I don't have to use gloves. I think the rubber grip decreases the chances of my dropping the hammer on the "hoist sack" exercise.

CriticalMass

My current favorite in my workout rotation (only for those who have an ear for electronica)

Daft Punk's - Harder, Better, Faster, Stronger

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jzV2s58P1rU

CriticalMass

I too have been committing the sin of non-glove. So far, no problems as a result. I also shug on carpet. However, I definitely intend on adding a wrap in the near future. I think the longer I do the workout the more important the covering will become. Which seems counter-intuitive. My logic is that ...

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My bad. From now on I'll keep my dumb ass mouth shut.

Do not worry, you have committed no wrong. I have posted redundant threads a couple of times. And in fact the redundancy was welcomed by Reinhard.

It can be enlightening to revive old threads though.

maybe one day I will get to see Fedor ...

CriticalMass

A previous thread about music that you might find relevant:

http://everydaysystems.com/bb/viewtopic.php?t=3718

CriticalMass

Regarding these type of injuries everyone should tread lightly. What is good for one person may not be good for another.

If you can, tune in to what your body is telling you. You may be able to discriminate between healthy muscle soreness and dangerous tissue tears.
(although some muscle tearing ...

CriticalMass

Well, in the weeks since I made this original post, I have incorporated Hindu pushups into my routine. They give my back a good flexing, and it is embarrassingly difficult to do more than five in a row.

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Yes, it was a striking commercial that I remember from my childhood. Designed to mesh with the Olympics, with a dash of Soviet symbolism.

Funny now, if this commercial didn't exist and you asked me if it was possible to successfully combine Baywatch slow-mo with an Orwellian theme. I would have ...

CriticalMass

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OYecfV3ubP8

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For better or worse, I'm already married to my current design. I think it will be dandy however.

CriticalMass

Regarding the adjustable sledges -- I think it's a cool idea, but please be VERY careful. To my mind, a new, simple sledge is a very cheap insurance policy insurance against a weight suddenly flying off.

Agreed, any DIY project is only for those aware of the risks. That being said, some risk is ...

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No I had not seen that. Although, I'm not particularly impressed with it. It's not clear that anybody has actually bothered to make one based on those designs. The straight one looks the more feasible of the two. I'm very dubious of the T-shaped design.

Moot point anyhow. It fails to meet 2 of my ...

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To satisfy my own whim, I am working on a DIY adjustable hammer design. I am hoping to address the weight adjustment without having 5 different hammers. Although, I must admit in order to get one that is adjustable beyond a max of 9 pounds has proven to be uneconomical. But, it is worth it to me for ...

CriticalMass

I think it is a good idea in theory, not sure about the shipping costs though. Unfortunately, us individuals do not have the economy of scale that Amazon has. So, I'm guessing the shipping would probably be 15 bucks for something odd shaped like a sledge.

CriticalMass

Sorry, I thought your original post was rhetorical. There is definitely something ridiculous and fun about it. I think nobody chimed in partly because this forum is less active than the diet forum.

CriticalMass

Thanks for the information and link. I see that the bridge is one of the recommended methods, Great. I'm finding that the Hindu pushups do help get me warmed up and stretched out. I'm going to incorporate some of these stretches also

CriticalMass

bought the basic components, The 6" length of empty pipe with both end caps on it weighed 3pounds 8 ounces.

Filled to the top with lead shot the total only came to 9 pounds 2 ounces.

I will need to try and source some larger diameter pipe, as this pipe was the largest diameter metal pipe the ...

CriticalMass

The forum is a place where we all have the right to express, reiterate, extrapolate, and waffle on however we want about whatever.
As long as it's respectful and polite.

I hope I didn't sound angry, that was not my intention. I just didn't think the reiteration was pertinent to the thread. Of ...

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The rules are so simple, I wasn't aware that anyone was confused about them. It seems obvious that she wanted opinions on her own ideas about mods/extensions. We don't need to reiterate the original rules to her. There is no way we can help anybody that doesn't understand the original rules ...

CriticalMass

Looks like somebody posted a thread concerning Macebells on this forum a while ago, sorry for the redundancy

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Hmm, apparently its called a Macebell. Looks like lots of wrestlers use it.

CriticalMass

I'm interested in warmup/stretches that I can do before SG. I think this might help avoid injury. This is especially important to me since I do it immediately after waking up.

CriticalMass

Wosnes,

I'm not sure why white flour gets a free pass from the "fake food" stigma. From an anecdotal standpoint I'm sure there are plenty of skinny and healthy people that eat turkey bacon and eggbeaters. And others still who have legitimate concerns related to controlling their cholesterol. And ...

CriticalMass

Looks a little dangerous though, and I'm not sure if it has any strengthening merit because looks like mostly momentum

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JyUsEb82jZs&NR=1

CriticalMass

My lower back is a bit sore today. Any seasoned warmup/stretching suggestions for pre-shugging.

Just generic toe touches? Sitting or standing toe touches?

I might also try some hindu pushups. Perhaps a back bridge of some sort, but there are so many options.

CriticalMass

The do make heavier ones, they are just crazy expensive.

But this is giving me an idea, if I could devise a way to make one that wouldn't fling apart, I could just add or remove lead shot to adjust the weight.

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Parkour and Movnat (Erwan LeCorre

Have no idea who those people are, but welcome. If you like old school you are in the right place. I think the shovelglove is pretty old school, you should do it too if your joints will handle it.

CriticalMass

While iodized salt may contain enough iodine to prevent goiters, it is not a significant source of iodine. Normal consumption of iodized salt provides micrograms of Iodine. Whereas as many recommend tens of milligrams.

Obviously, I don't know the truth of the matter. However, from what I have read ...

CriticalMass

What is an "appropriate" plate size.

CriticalMass

Just wondering if I'm the only person that has ever experienced this. Please note that this has not happened to me since I've been on the diet, but it might be applicable to S-days anyhow.

Sometimes I noticed when I apparently ate too much at a restaurant. I felt "normally full" at the the end of ...

CriticalMass

You say you have a thyroid condition. I don't know if you are on thyroid medication or not. Perhaps you could find a health professional who could supervise some modest Iodine supplementation.

Safety and efficacy of Iodine supplementation varies widely depending on who you believe. So, buyer beware ...

CriticalMass

Well, I like one of Reinhard's founding principles. Which is, if you can't do it forever, then don't bother.

So, I would closely examine which of these things you could do without forever.

Personally, I believe that white flour is garbage, and almost as bad as sugar. Although, it is somewhat less ...

CriticalMass

Well I somewhat disagree. I think it is a calorie restricting diet, just not directly. Its just about establishing good eating habits, which results in lower calorie intake as a byproduct.

Although, I think I understand the merit of a drink or two being allowed. It does have some benefits, where as ...

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Actually bothered to look it up. A budweiser is about the same as a can of coke. Calorie wise. Although I would never drink that piss(Bud that is). Guinness has a little less, but there is quite a lot of calorie variation from brand to brand.

Point being it's not insignificant, and not much ...

CriticalMass

You know, if that had been posted in a forum, I would assume that it was a troll.

Are you sure that's not you Reinhard?

CriticalMass

I did it for a week and didn't lose any weight and it was hard.

I can't imagine a sentence that more precisely illustrates what is wrong with American diet culture.

CriticalMass

Can I have 1 guiness in the evening. Seems that would be just as much useless calories as eating some confection, or drinking a Soda.

Anybody have 2 cents on this

CriticalMass

Oh yeah, and I forgot. Start SG on a Thursday or Friday, because you will be sore the next day. You will want the recovery of the S-days

CriticalMass

It seems obvious that the lower the weight, the less risk of injury.
I am starting out with a 10# and I'm not a huge guy. My ideal weight is probably around 150. Even though I'm only on day two, 10pounds seems about right to me. With some of the moves, holding the handle closer to the head ...

CriticalMass

Could be my doppleganger. Although my legs are more chicken-y and my arms even more noodle like.

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Just curious,

They are sand filled, so I wonder if that would have any noticeable affect on acceleration/deceleration profile. A quick web search found that there are some available with long handles.

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Well, some of the movements felt natural to me, and other didn't. Especially when switching from right-ie to left-ie. It's obvious that my left arm is less coordinated than my right. The handle kept slipping off my left elbow when doing the lever, whereas I did not have the problem with the right ...

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Did my first SG workout today. Gotta say I enjoyed it more than any sort of gym equipment.

I'm not sure if I'm doing the motions correctly or not though.

Didn't seem to be much difference between the Fireman and the Tree chop, at least the way I was doing it.

I did go over 15 minutes a bit, but ...

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quantizing esses on S days

Memories of a hammer (just for fun)

DIY adjustable dead blow hammer attempt 1 status

Interesting Hindu Hammerswing

Warmup/Stretches for back

Anybody else become more "full" upon standing up

LOL, Negative book review on the Amazon page

Beer or Wine on a N-day

Anyone ever tried a "dead blow" hammer

Greetings from a newbie, any movement pointers