Master Thread Maxxing out (or not): Health / exercise / supplement thread

[shiv]

I worked out like a mofo today and I was so hungry tonight. Just pounded some deviled eggs and chicken sausage and sharp cheddar, but I feel full as shit right now. Gonna have to sleep standing up

 

[LVRebel]

I worked out like a mofo today and I was so hungry tonight. Just pounded some deviled eggs and chicken sausage and sharp cheddar, but I feel full as shit right now. Gonna have to sleep standing up

2 way gains....by food and by workout!

 

[Old Glory]

I worked out like a mofo today and I was so hungry tonight. Just pounded some deviled eggs and chicken sausage and sharp cheddar, but I feel full as shit right now. Gonna have to sleep standing up

these last few weeks I haven’t been working or tracking my food like I had been. Our son had a surgery (he’s fine) but he would wake up like 4-5 times at night so when my alarm went off I just wanted to keep sleeping instead of working out. We’re also going on vacation tomorrow so there’s basically no food around here.

Thankfully these past few nights he’s been only getting up once or twice which is normal (he’s 9 months old) so when we get back it should be back to normal. I cut from 185-175 and dropped about two inches off my waist. Got tired of being hungry so I’m gonna slowly bulk back up when we get back from vacation.

If you guys need a decent protein bar, check out built bars. We love them, most of their flavors are great, some not so great. They’re usually low fat, equal carbs and protein and 5 ish grams of fiber. Probably have some chemicals in them but they’re convenient and mostly good so we’re ok with that.

 

[shiv]

When are you gonna get more info @LVRebel ?

 

[LVRebel]

When are you gonna get more info @LVRebel ?

Not sure. Have an appt this coming week, but not really sure what to expect. They may have more info, or may order more tests.

Thanks for checking on me. I appreciate you guys

 

[shiv]

Not sure. Have an appt this coming week, but not really sure what to expect. They may have more info, or may order more tests.

Thanks for checking on me. I appreciate you guys

Yeah man, for sure

 

[ChicagoFats]

I knew @LVRebel was a far right supremacist starting this thread.

 

[LVRebel]

I knew @LVRebel was a far right supremacist starting this thread.

Hahaha. Why do these guys have to turn everything political. I mean, it may be right, if people that believe in God and want to take care of their body are considered 'far right'. Also, with the direction that our country and world seems to be headed, honestly, it doesn't sound like a bad idea to get in shape. Just a weird article.

 

[LVRebel]

Discover a Shockingly Simple Intervention to Support Liver Health

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Discover a Shockingly Simple Intervention to Support Liver Health​

BY LORI ALTON TIMEMARCH 29, 2022 PRINT
Rates of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) – excessive deposits of liver fat in those with no history of alcohol abuse – are soaring in the United States, with some experts placing the incidence at a stunning one in three adults. Although many cases of NAFLD are mild, the disease can occasionally progress to severe and even life-threatening consequences, including liver cancer.
Now, exciting new research published in the peer-reviewed journal Molecular Metabolism suggests that a simple intervention – regular exercise – can significantly improve the condition and even play a role in preventing it. To learn more about the effects of this surprising natural strategy on NAFLD, read on.

Skyrocketing Rates of Obesity Are Triggering a National Epidemic of NAFLD​

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that a shocking 66 percent of American adults are currently either overweight or obese, which goes a long way towards explaining the increasing rates of nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. As the name implies, the primary cause is not excessive alcohol – but consumption of too many toxic foods and a lack of physical activity.
The excessive intake of high fructose corn syrup plus many other processed foods lead to fat deposits in the liver, which over time causes dysfunction of the mitochondria in liver cells. Experts estimate that in 20 to 30 percent of the cases, NAFLD progresses to nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (or NASH), a more serious condition that can sometimes lead to liver fibrosis (scarring), cirrhosis of the liver, liver failure, liver cancer and death.

Study: Regular Exercise Mitigates NAFLD at the Molecular Level​

According to a new study conducted by scientists at Helmholtz Munich and Tubingen University Hospital, exercise causes molecular adaptations of mitochondria in the liver that can prevent the development of fatty liver disease. Over the course of the six-week study, mice were fed a high-calorie diet – and some received “treadmill training,” meaning that they had regular exercise.
The team found that regular physical activity regulates the breakdown of glucose in the liver and improves the function of the mitochondria, also known as the “power stations” of the cell. The “exercised” mice also displayed improvements in glucose control. In addition, regular physical activity improved the respiratory capacity of the muscles, thereby relieving stress on the liver.
Although the study was conducted on animals, it mirrors the research results on humans. “The results fit in very well with the approaches of ongoing clinical studies,” reported study leader Dr. Cora Weigert.

People run/walk on treadmills at a New York Sports Club (Spencer Platt/Getty Images)

Additional Studies Support the Ability of Regular Exercise to Improve Liver Health​

In a review published in 2018 in Gene Expression, the Journal of Liver Research, the authors summarized the evidence for the effects of regular physical exercise on NAFLD and NASH. They noted that several clinical trials have shown that both aerobic and resistance exercise reduce liver fat by several different pathways. These include improving insulin resistance – which reduces the excess delivery of fats and glucose to the liver – increasing fatty acid oxidation (in other words, fat burning) decreasing fatty acid synthesis and preventing mitochondrial and liver damage.
In light of all this, it’s not at all surprising that the American Gastroenterological Association, the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases and the American College of Gastroenterology all recommend physical exercise for NAFLD!

What Type of Exercise Is Best for NAFLD?​

Studies suggest that a wide variety of exercise styles, intensities and duration can benefit NAFLD. The authors of the 2018 review cited a study of overweight and obese NAFLD patients that evaluated the effects of three different exercise regimes: low intensity/high volume, high-intensity/low volume and low intensity/low volume. Each was found to cause significant reductions in liver fat.
In another study, NASH patients performed a moderate exercise program consisting of 20- to 60-minute sessions four to seven days a week. The program, which included both resistance and aerobic training, caused a significant improvement in NASH.
Resistance training includes weight lifting, squats, lunges, and pushups. You can get aerobic exercise through jogging, cycling, dancing, swimming, and even brisk walking. However, researchers in several studies stressed that the most important factor was that the exercise routine fit the individual’s ability and preferences.
By the way, the general recommendation of the National Institutes of Health is for adults to get 30 minutes of exercise five days a week. But, do check first with your integrative doctor before embarking on an exercise regimen to address NAFLD. While there is currently no consensus on which type of exercise is “best” for NAFLD, almost any kind of regular physical activity can be beneficial.
By showing exactly how regular exercise positively impacts fatty liver disease, the new study helps to showcase the exciting potential of this simple, drug-free, non-toxic natural intervention. If needed, get some coaching advice and get started today.

 

[Old Glory]

I had not seen this until now

Legendary Powerlifter and Founder of Westside Barbell Louie Simmons Dies at 74 Years Old | BarBend

Simmons is credited for creating the conjugate method, is the founder of Westside Barbell, and was a world-class powerlifter.

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For those that don't know, Louie is the founder of Westside Barbell which paved the way for a lot of strength training today.

 

[LVRebel]

When are you gonna get more info @LVRebel ?

So not out of the woods yet, but got some good MRI results today. I haven't met with the Dr. yet to discuss (doing that tomorrow), but I saw the report on the radiology website, and it looked normal. No detection of anything abnormal, so praise God on that! There's still likely to be a small surgery to check for clear margins at the tumor location, but I'll know more tomorrow.

Anyways, good news for now, so praying the same for the appt tomorrow and whatever is to come after that.

 

[shiv]

So not out of the woods yet, but got some good MRI results today. I haven't met with the Dr. yet to discuss (doing that tomorrow), but I saw the report on the radiology website, and it looked normal. No detection of anything abnormal, so praise God on that! There's still likely to be a small surgery to check for clear margins at the tumor location, but I'll know more tomorrow.

Anyways, good news for now, so praying the same for the appt tomorrow and whatever is to come after that.

Oh man unbelievably great news.

I’ll have to catch back up in this thread soon. Need some feedback on some stuff

 

[shiv]

i need to get back on my beets. Lost the habit and I’ve been feelin week the last few days.

But damn if I miss more than a couple days in a row anymore it feels like I’ve lost strength every time

 

[Mallory42]

i need to get back on my beets. Lost the habit and I’ve been feelin week the last few days.

But damn if I miss more than a couple days in a row anymore it feels like I’ve lost strength every time

I have not missed a day taking the beet powder. Never have had better gym sessions.

 

[LVRebel]

Oh man unbelievably great news.

I’ll have to catch back up in this thread soon. Need some feedback on some stuff

Thanks man, yeah, definitely beats the alternative. This has definitely been a wake up call to stay healthy and in tune with my body.

 

[Old Glory]

i need to get back on my beets. Lost the habit and I’ve been feelin week the last few days.

But damn if I miss more than a couple days in a row anymore it feels like I’ve lost strength every time

I fell off the workout and nutrition train for about three weeks but have been damn near 100% so far the last two weeks and feeling great. I felt weak like you did but just took the first week "easy" to get back into it, listened to my body and didn't push it, and this week I've been back to where I was when I stopped.

 

[shiv]

I fell off the workout and nutrition train for about three weeks but have been damn near 100% so far the last two weeks and feeling great. I felt weak like you did but just took the first week "easy" to get back into it, listened to my body and didn't push it, and this week I've been back to where I was when I stopped.

I swear I miss 5 or 6 days in a row I’m straight garbage for a few days after. I think taking it easy and listening to the body is the solution, but I just feel like I shouldn’t have to take it easy when I haven’t even been off over a week

 

[shiv]

I have not missed a day taking the beet powder. Never have had better gym sessions.

I meant to get back on this morning but forgot before I left the house

 

[LVRebel]

I also have been out of the routine these past few weeks, but yesterday got in a light, weight routine to wake up the body again. Didn't feel too bad, so hopefully I'll get back into my daily workouts.

 

[shiv]

I did this workout today and while it seems simple, it nearly killed me




Band Assisted pull-ups for me

 

[shiv]

Doin some front squats 7x1

Sometimes the only reason I end up working out is to burn out remainder of stress and anxiety from the work day. Just shut the brain down. Today is one of those

 

[racernhra]

Doin some front squats 7x1

Sometimes the only reason I end up working out is to burn out remainder of stress and anxiety from the work day. Just shut the brain down. Today is one of those

Me too but I have to do it first thing in the morning at 5:30 otherwise it might not happen. Really keeps the stress levels in check. It’s either that or drink all the time.

 

[shiv]

Me too but I have to do it first thing in the morning at 5:30 otherwise it might not happen. Really keeps the stress levels in check. It’s either that or drink all the time.

I just never got in the habit of morning workouts. I’m a morning person too. Always work out when I get home from work

 

[shiv]

About to peel myself off the couch and workout. Last thing I want to do right now but I know it will make my evening better

 

[LVRebel]

About to peel myself off the couch and workout. Last thing I want to do right now but I know it will make my evening better

My workout today was on the golf course. Walking is much more tiring than riding.

 

[TJHall1]

I did this workout today and while it seems simple, it nearly killed me

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Band Assisted pull-ups for me

Who the fuck is doing 5 sets of 20 pull-ups??
Yes, I see you're doing band-assisted.
Everything in that workout is feasible for a normal person working out, except for 20 pull-ups per set.

 

[shiv]

Who the fuck is doing 5 sets of 20 pull-ups??
Yes, I see you're doing band-assisted.
Everything in that workout is feasible for a normal person working out, except for 20 pull-ups per set.

It’s those CrossFit swing your body around pull ups.



I’ve never done those. I just use a band

 

[LVRebel]

When are you gonna get more info @LVRebel ?

Had my follow up surgery yesterday. It seems that everything went well, so now just have to wait for the results. He didn't know how long, but at least a couple days, and maybe more than a week. My follow up appt is in about 2 weeks. I'm a little sore today, but better than I was yesterday. Feels like what I imagine it would be like getting the prison treatment, since they go in the back side for the procedure. I don't want to know how big the tool was

 

[shiv]

Had my follow up surgery yesterday. It seems that everything went well, so now just have to wait for the results. He didn't know how long, but at least a couple days, and maybe more than a week. My follow up appt is in about 2 weeks. I'm a little sore today, but better than I was yesterday. Feels like what I imagine it would be like getting the prison treatment, since they go in the back side for the procedure. I don't want to know how big the tool was

Now you can really identify with the term "butt hurt" lol

 

[LVRebel]

Now you can really identify with the term "butt hurt" lol

haha, no joke! Now I can really be the butt of a lot of jokes

 

[ChicagoFats]

Had my follow up surgery yesterday. It seems that everything went well, so now just have to wait for the results. He didn't know how long, but at least a couple days, and maybe more than a week. My follow up appt is in about 2 weeks. I'm a little sore today, but better than I was yesterday. Feels like what I imagine it would be like getting the prison treatment, since they go in the back side for the procedure. I don't want to know how big the tool was

Get well soon @LVRebel

 

[LVRebel]

Get well soon @LVRebel

Thank you sir. I'm doing well. Now just praying that this test comes back clean, and I'll be back in business!

 

[shiv]

haha, no joke! Now I can really be the butt of a lot of jokes

I got the HRoids firing up so I know the pain as well

 

[LVRebel]

I got the HRoids firing up so I know the pain as well

Sorry to hear that my friend. After the surgery, the Dr. said my recovery is probably going to feel like some raging roids for a few days. Hopefully everything goes back to normal soon. They have some pictures from the inside of the area that they cut out, and it's pretty gnarly in there. Not for the faint of heart.

 

[SmokeHouse423]

still not fit.

 

[shiv]

still not fit.

I worked out for the first time in a week today. Been feeling real sloppy

 

[shiv]

About to row. I didn’t work out all last week because on travel and I feel like a blimp

 

[LVRebel]

About to row. I didn’t work out all last week because on travel and I feel like a blimp

I've been eating decent but the workouts have been lacking lately. Been a busy family time

 

[shiv]

Two days in a row!

 

[shiv]

Doing some squats today and it’s brutal