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Thanks for that! I will definitely give it a go. Anything will be better than the rolling bar.

Just read about that. Sounds like a good idea! I will try it. I worry about injuring my thumbs with it, but I will see how it feels.

I gotta read up on that. Thanks!

I might have to try this tea. It sounds delicious! I love fresh ginger. I made pork chops in a ginger pear reduction once. I use fresh ginger a lot for my Asian meals. Love it!

I absolutely loathe the hex bar. I'm weird, but it makes me feel confined. I will try my gloves next week and invest in a pair of wraps.

I will have to get some. I just absolutely can't deal with the swirling bar of doom when I do shrugs. So aggravating.

Thanks! Our gym has chalk, but they want you to seriously clean up after using it. So, I avoid it. I might give it a try next week and see if I like it. I have deadlifts tomorrow. I might use it then.

Following. I feel like I'm losing the bar on shrugs because I can't keep my fingers gripped around the bar.

I kinda disagree a little with everyone who says this guy's behavior won't change. I absolutely believe it will change after you say "I do." It will change for the worse. Once you get married, his mindset will probably change into the "gotcha now" outlook, and the bad will only escalate to physical abuse....against your…

I'm blood type A, and there is no way I could ever be happy as a vegetarian. Sorry. I have read up on the BTD, and I just can't get behind it. If it works for you, great, but its still "woo."

That looks like an upside down row, and why on earth would anyone do that? I'm in agreement with others in that it probably won't work the muscles that you want to target. You could probably find a used squat rack for sale on Craigslist or buy a new one for not too much through Walmart. It would definitely be worthwhile.

If you testosterone is low, even if it's in the normal range, it's seriously going to affect your sex drive, sleep, and mood. Sometimes supplementing zinc and vitamin D can help. Did your doctor also check your vitamin D levels? If that is low, then it can also bring you testosterone levels down. Doctors don't always check…

I have to really focus on my reaching when running. So, I breathe in through my nose for a count of 3 or 4 and slowly blow out through my mouth for a count of 3 or 4. It helps keep me in rhythm and keeps me focused on my breathing. Also keeps my breathing slow and steady.

I have had this problem. Have you ever tried a Glide stick? It goes on like deodorant in the areas where you chaff, and it helps those areas slide over one another instead of creating friction. It can sometime help with the shorts riding up.

"Just lift." You need to make that into a t-shirt.

I have had ADD since childhood. While it does make me more obsessed with my numbers, I'm not sure it is fully to blame for my eating. I happen to like sweets, and I can totally binge on them. I also tend to have trouble with emotional eating. PTSD has made that a struggle, but thankfully, I have found other avenues to work…

I recently went a period where I didn't lose for like 6 weeks. I had just started lifting. Apparently, my body was all like "WTH?!," and it took a long time for my body to realize this was the new norm. I'm back to losing, and I didn't change anything. Just kept plugging along. Make sure your food I put is correct, that…

For the most part, my family and friends are happy for me and excited at each milestone I pass. I do have some family members that get frustrated with me when I visit because I no longer eat some of the things they fix because it is high calorie, high fat, and carb heavy. I'm not trying to be difficult, but I have changed…

Lifting burns more over time. Cardio burns more while you're doing cardio.

I'm 5'3", so conventional deadlift works for me.

I'm right there with you. I give myself a bit of a break during all that. If I want something, I work it into my calories. Sometimes I go over, but in the grand scheme of things, a couple of bad days isn't going to throw me way off, especially if I make the rest of the days count. Maybe take a walk, chew gum, or indulge in…

Lifting. I love it, and I burn a ton of calories. Other than that - climbing the stairs burns a lot of calories.

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Maybe dissolve a bouillon cube in it for more flavor? Or add some herbs and a little salt? Ginger is great for digestive disturbances. Maybe some type of Asian inspired broth with some ginger added? I usually get the Sam's Choice bone broth in chicken or beef. It is super flavorful with no solids. I hope you feel better…

So glad to see you taking steps to change. The only problem is that body dysmorphia and phobia of gaining weight is a serious psychological issue. If you really want the best chance at success, I recommend you talk to a mental health professional, who can help you overcome the psychological aspect, while continuing your…

I usually eat cold, leftover diced chicken with some type of raw vegetable, and either a slice of bread or a piece of fruit. Whatever you like, really. Walmart carries these Bistro salads that are under 300 calories and a tasty and filling lunch. My favorite is the Caesar salad.

I couldn't imagine not being able to wear tank tops in the gym. Just seems uncomfortable. Sometimes I do wear a long-sleeved shirt if it's cold and a leg day, but my tank top is on under it.

Your dog probably has an ear infection. My dog gets them all the time. I get Zymox Otic with hydrocortisone from amazon and use it once a day for a week or two to clear it up. It's OTC and works really well! My vet recommended it. Sorry to hijack the thread. I love animals. :)

Under armor shorts.....and how to fix a leaking, rocking toilet.

I grab an Oatmega protein bar or a pure protein bar. Sometimes it's a Sargento Balanced Break (nuts, cheese, and dried fruit). Basically, I pair a carb with some protein every time, and I try to stay under 200 calories. I love Granny Smith apples with peanut butter. I also like chocolate rice cakes with sunbutter. Carrots…