OT: Fitness and Nutrition XII

[bellringer77]

Damn, that’s rough bro. Sorry to hear you’re going through that. How’d the injury occur? Also how are you spending most of your time if it hurts to lay down?


Yeah for sure, have at it. Our health and fitness does not care about your allegiances, if anything this thread could use as much input as possible.

Thanks I appreciate it!

 

[HuGort]

Damn, that’s rough bro. Sorry to hear you’re going through that. How’d the injury occur? Also how are you spending most of your time if it hurts to lay down?


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I am 58, had collapsed veterbrate in my neck since 25 years ago. Probably aging made it worse.
I been watching a lot of old movies. I can walk, so go on long walks. Actually, walking seems to help. Load up on pain killers before i lay down. It is rough but can't sleep 2 hours or so now.

 

[ClasslessGuy]

On friday 9:30 pm I will put my name down for my first 100k trail race and second ultra (first was a 50k), since covid started I really stepped up my running game

 

[CapSpace]

Wasn't he just bulk? power lifting without really any stamina and conditioning.

This is the way.

 

[BehindTheTimes]

On friday 9:30 pm I will put my name down for my first 100k trail race and second ultra (first was a 50k), since covid started I really stepped up my running game

I’m jealous bro. I was feeling depressed early in in the pandemic and found motivation to get active again, I had established a very consistent routine and was running 5 days a week. On 14 August I went for a run and my heart was racing, I felt so much discomfort I cut it short about 2.5 km in. I waited about another 5 days and tried again, same feeling. I have been to the outdoor multiple times now, with no answers. X-ray, ultrasound, troponin blood work, d-dimer. All clear.

The last time I went they ran all the same tests, but the doctor found something wrong with my kidneys. Follow up tests were better. I only had high levels of uric acid in my blood which can lead to flare ups of gout. The doc said without flare ups of gout there is nothing to treat. I still have the ongoing chest symptoms with another follow up in January. I just want this to be over with so I can return to my routine. I feel like I may never get back to where I was

 

[Lshap]

On friday 9:30 pm I will put my name down for my first 100k trail race and second ultra (first was a 50k), since covid started I really stepped up my running game

That's insane! I'm a long-time runner, but never did anything close to that. At that distance, are you actually running or is it closer to a slow trot?

At my age I'd never risk that much impact. I'm pushing 60 and still symptom-free and plan to stay like that as long as possible! But holy crap... best of luck!

 

[ClasslessGuy]

I’m jealous bro. I was feeling depressed early in in the pandemic and found motivation to get active again, I had established a very consistent routine and was running 5 days a week. On 14 August I went for a run and my heart was racing, I felt so much discomfort I cut it short about 2.5 km in. I waited about another 5 days and tried again, same feeling. I have been to the outdoor multiple times now, with no answers. X-ray, ultrasound, troponin blood work, d-dimer. All clear.

The last time I went they ran all the same tests, but the doctor found something wrong with my kidneys. Follow up tests were better. I only had high levels of uric acid in my blood which can lead to flare ups of gout. The doc said without flare ups of gout there is nothing to treat. I still have the ongoing chest symptoms with another follow up in January. I just want this to be over with so I can return to my routine. I feel like I may never get back to where I was

I can't imagine how I would feel in your shoes, but I was always under the impression that with Gout is was just to find what triggers it (food) , maybe i'm confusing it with something else.

You will learn to live with it i'm sure.

 

[holy]

I am 58, had collapsed veterbrate in my neck since 25 years ago. Probably aging made it worse.
I been watching a lot of old movies. I can walk, so go on long walks. Actually, walking seems to help. Load up on pain killers before i lay down. It is rough but can't sleep 2 hours or so now.

Hopefully you can sleep longer soon man, that sounds real rough. It’s good you can go on walks at least, hopefully you live in a place with some nice scenery and not somewhere ugly like say…Brampton.

 

[ClasslessGuy]

That's insane! I'm a long-time runner, but never did anything close to that. At that distance, are you actually running or is it closer to a slow trot?

At my age I'd never risk that much impact. I'm pushing 60 and still symptom-free and plan to stay like that as long as possible! But holy crap... best of luck!

I started trail running right when covid started because of where I live (Gatineau park) and because I was always a slow road runner... you forget speed in trail it's more about being smart of psychology and how you handle the pain.

I went from 227 to 193-94 the past year so I am still a heavy runner. I ran my first 50k in august of this year and I was completely destroyed after because I focused on running only for a year, never did any weight training etc. I found muscle, tendons etc that I never knew I had in those mountains lol.

I got a ''préparateur physique'' that is also an ultra trail runner and I spend at least 3-4h a week just on my legs now. My goal is to drop down to around 180 before the race next september (100k).

Really enjoy the challenge but it's really of mix of running / nature / survival / being smart. At some point you know your body and learn when to run, hike/ walk etc.

Only professional runners or really good athlete will run the entire distance, it's rough, there's something called shuffling in running (youtube) or power hiking in this case that you need to master before those long races.

For your age, I see runners from that ''age'' in every race i've been too so it's not too old

Here's a good doc on youtube about a 100 miler father daughter moment:

 

[angusyoung]

This is the way.

What is the way?

 

[angusyoung]

I started trail running right when covid started because of where I live (Gatineau park) and because I was always a slow road runner... you forget speed in trail it's more about being smart of psychology and how you handle the pain.

I went from 227 to 193-94 the past year so I am still a heavy runner. I ran my first 50k in august of this year and I was completely destroyed after because I focused on running only for a year, never did any weight training etc. I found muscle, tendons etc that I never knew I had in those mountains lol.

I got a ''préparateur physique'' that is also an ultra trail runner and I spend at least 3-4h a week just on my legs now. My goal is to drop down to around 180 before the race next september (100k).

Really enjoy the challenge but it's really of mix of running / nature / survival / being smart. At some point you know your body and learn when to run, hike/ walk etc.

Only professional runners or really good athlete will run the entire distance, it's rough, there's something called shuffling in running (youtube) or power hiking in this case that you need to master before those long races.

For your age, I see runners from that ''age'' in every race i've been too so it's not too old

Here's a good doc on youtube about a 100 miler father daughter moment:

Holy cow that's impressive,good on ya.

 

[angusyoung]

I am 58, had collapsed veterbrate in my neck since 25 years ago. Probably aging made it worse.
I been watching a lot of old movies. I can walk, so go on long walks. Actually, walking seems to help. Load up on pain killers before i lay down. It is rough but can't sleep 2 hours or so now.

Did they ever do any traction? have you tried chiropractors,acupuncture?

 

[CapSpace]

What is the way?

Bulk and no cardio.

 

[Shabs]

I am 58, had collapsed veterbrate in my neck since 25 years ago. Probably aging made it worse.
I been watching a lot of old movies. I can walk, so go on long walks. Actually, walking seems to help. Load up on pain killers before i lay down. It is rough but can't sleep 2 hours or so now.

Im sorry my friend that sounds rough

Have you seen a surgeon? If so, i might suggest a second opinion.

 

[angusyoung]

Bulk and no cardio.

I see, so an aspiring Olympian shot-putter or an infamous strip-joint bouncer eh,sweet.

 

[holy]

Friendly tip for those who feel anxious (which I assume is everybody because I’m hella anxious most of the time but managed to fit right into the world), try shallow short breaths instead of long deep ones. They create way more relaxation, I’m assuming because the other method mimics drowning, whereas this one is done with the idea that there is an abundance of air.

Don’t fall for that meditation bs where you’re about to snooze to some bullshit taking long deep breaths. Those are only meant to hypnotize.

If you want to gauge the difference in physical effect of breaths, smoke a cigarette. For one puff take a hard drag and pull the smoke right to your bronchioles. The next, take a calm and relaxed drag as lightly as you can, allowing the smoke to just enter naturally. Do this method for the rest of the cigarette and realize that one method makes you feel like trash, whereas the other one is simple and mundane, just like cigarette smoking should be.

 

[holy]

I was just kidding guys, no need to run away. Unless you’re running on a treadmill or doing 100 mile runs like some folk here.

 

[Paddyjack]

Hey guys, I bought a house in 2021 and now have a decent size garage. I would like to install an incline bench and buy some adjustable dumbbells for a start, to get myself back into training. I've been too long (2-3 years) out of training because of shoulder injuries, coccyx injury, and just pure laziness so now is the time to shake that potato couch skin and get back to my 15 pounds of muscle I had that is now disapeared ;p. Do you have any good advice for a sturdy bench? I've seen a few on Amazon but they seem to be scored low because of frailty. Thanks!

 

[HuGort]

You guys buy health insurance before vacation in Mexico? Friend told me not to bother. Doctor visit to stitch up his leg was only $60 in Mexico. Medical not expensive like NA

 

[Wateredgarden]

I'm going to bulk during the winter, I've slimmed down my home gym to kettle Bell only. I've been told that you can't put that much lean body mass with kettle Bells, but recently I've see a couple of fitness guru put a lot of mass with (they are all on poutine I know).

Do you guys think I'll still be able to put on acceptable amount of mass doing compound and some shoulder exercises with kettle bells?

 

[BehindTheTimes]

Sill have ongoing chest pain, rapid heartbeat and a constant feeling of discomfort. Follow up is on 23 Jan, to this point, the origin is unknown, but I’m certain I know what happened.

Anyways, this has been the most frustrating 6 months of my life, it has destroyed my mental health, I can barely function on a daily basis, it has destroyed my physical well being, being unable to exercise or do things I did with ease 5 months ago. I hope the doctor is able to find the problem and put me on a path to recovery. There is nothing more upsetting than knowing something is wrong, but no one can figure it out and being sent home with no diagnosis. I’m driving my wife nuts, I am having trouble working, my mind is not in a good place at all. Days I sit at my desk with tears rolling down my face.

 

[Lshap]

Sill have ongoing chest pain, rapid heartbeat and a constant feeling of discomfort. Follow up is on 23 Jan, to this point, the origin is unknown, but I’m certain I know what happened.

Anyways, this has been the most frustrating 6 months of my life, it has destroyed my mental health, I can barely function on a daily basis, it has destroyed my physical well being, being unable to exercise or do things I did with ease 5 months ago. I hope the doctor is able to find the problem and put me on a path to recovery. There is nothing more upsetting than knowing something is wrong, but no one can figure it out and being sent home with no diagnosis. I’m driving my wife nuts, I am having trouble working, my mind is not in a good place at all. Days I sit at my desk with tears rolling down my face.

If you rule out the physical, then the cause may be psychological. Talk to someone, spill your guts, find out if part of your symptoms are due to a panic attack or depression. Do it tomorrow and start breaking the cycle.

 

[Kriss E]

Hey guys, I bought a house in 2021 and now have a decent size garage. I would like to install an incline bench and buy some adjustable dumbbells for a start, to get myself back into training. I've been too long (2-3 years) out of training because of shoulder injuries, coccyx injury, and just pure laziness so now is the time to shake that potato couch skin and get back to my 15 pounds of muscle I had that is now disapeared ;p. Do you have any good advice for a sturdy bench? I've seen a few on Amazon but they seem to be scored low because of frailty. Thanks!

Depends on your budget mate. I suggest spending the extra dime and solid equipment, it'll last you your entire life.

 

[Kriss E]

I'm going to bulk during the winter, I've slimmed down my home gym to kettle Bell only. I've been told that you can't put that much lean body mass with kettle Bells, but recently I've see a couple of fitness guru put a lot of mass with (they are all on poutine I know).

Do you guys think I'll still be able to put on acceptable amount of mass doing compound and some shoulder exercises with kettle bells?

You can put on a lot of mass so long as there is an adequate resistance and nutrition. Look how jacked up gymnasts are and most of their training comes from bodyweight form.
Kettlebells are a great tool for strength, dynamic and stability work, there's no reason they couldn't help build lean mass.
Rogue also sells kettlebells that weigh up to 203lbs..

 

[holy]

Sill have ongoing chest pain, rapid heartbeat and a constant feeling of discomfort. Follow up is on 23 Jan, to this point, the origin is unknown, but I’m certain I know what happened.

Anyways, this has been the most frustrating 6 months of my life, it has destroyed my mental health, I can barely function on a daily basis, it has destroyed my physical well being, being unable to exercise or do things I did with ease 5 months ago. I hope the doctor is able to find the problem and put me on a path to recovery. There is nothing more upsetting than knowing something is wrong, but no one can figure it out and being sent home with no diagnosis. I’m driving my wife nuts, I am having trouble working, my mind is not in a good place at all. Days I sit at my desk with tears rolling down my face.

Yo bro, you’re not alone. I’ve been having a weak chest since I got vaccinated. When did you first get your shot?

It’s tough man, and if you’re in Montreal then it’s extra tough with these weird ass measures, but we gotta break through. Today I finally got my boys together and went for a run outside and holy heck man it was difficult. But I feel slightly better now. My hands are frozen solid pretty much otherwise I’d add some advice, but if you can link up with friends then do it.

Sorry to hear you’re going thru this shit man, it’s actually heartbreaking reading some of the posts in the Covid thread because everything is argumentative.