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Post by Pea on Jan 3, 2012 11:50:32 GMT -8
hahahahaha. alex has just redeemed himself a million times over.
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Post by wompwomp on Jan 3, 2012 11:50:47 GMT -8
I think the p90x is a bunch of bull, FYI. Really? An old roommate of mine did it and he got absolutely ripped. My feelings toward p90x are that if you are motivated enough to work out for 6 times a week at 90 minutes a clip, you don't really need to drop a couple hundred dollars on a dvd set and then workout equipment. Theres nothing in p90x that you cant find on your own by googling workout regimins. You will get ripped doing any kind of rigorus excersise 6 times a week/90 minutes a clip. However, this system definitely works for some people as it provides that "psychological hurdle" or whatever to get them into a routine.
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Post by alex on Jan 3, 2012 12:00:30 GMT -8
Really? An old roommate of mine did it and he got absolutely ripped. My feelings toward p90x are that if you are motivated enough to work out for 6 times a week at 90 minutes a clip, you don't really need to drop a couple hundred dollars on a dvd set and then workout equipment. Theres nothing in p90x that you cant find on your own by googling workout regimins. You will get ripped doing any kind of rigorus excersise 6 times a week/90 minutes a clip. However, this system definitely works for some people as it provides that "psychological hurdle" or whatever to get them into a routine. I think the deal with these types of workout regimes is that you don't have to have the discipline to come up with a workout plan AND actually do it. You essentially just turn it on and do what it says, then turn it off and forget about it until tomorrow. No prep required.
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Post by Fig on Jan 3, 2012 17:32:34 GMT -8
First time I ever had fried pickles was, oddly enough, at the Maryland Ren fair. I have loved them ever since.
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Post by Horned Gramma on Jan 3, 2012 18:00:21 GMT -8
Fig goes to Ren Faires.
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Post by Fig on Jan 3, 2012 18:17:19 GMT -8
Haven't been to one in years sadly, but I always loved them and anything fantasy-esque really. I used to have an imagination
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Post by Catherine Sun Chips on Jan 3, 2012 18:21:34 GMT -8
I agree with Womp. Anyone who can truly dedicate that kind of time and commitment for that long WITHOUT giving up on it (because let's face it--more people give up on this system than actually successfully go through the whole thing) can shell out significantly less for a gym membership or personal trainer. And as womp mentioned, google workouts or flip through a magazine.
That's awesome that people have found success with it. Seriously. To each his own.
I may have mentioned earlier, but I believe workout videos at home are kind of cheesy. Maybe its the whole Jane Fonda/Stay at home mom mentality, but its sort of contradictory for me. Personally, I believe the point of exercising is that you get off your ass , get out of the house, and go for a walk, jog, kick the soccer ball around or spend some time in the gym. Something about working out in front of your TV in the living room where you spend the majority of your time veging out doesn't welcome a healthy mindset. Maybe I'm biased because I've always found most success by not taking short cuts and getting active outside. I played a lot of sports as a kid and ended up losing a ton of weight my freshman year by spending time in a gym.
I live a seven minute walk from a gorgeous park here in Atlanta called Piedmont Park. Its awesome. They even hosted a music festival here this summer. Gyms, at home workout videos and binge diets aside, there's nothing more satisfying than doing a few laps and breathing some fresh air. I love a good outdoor jog/gym time combo throughout the week.
I don't want to sound like a snob. I certainly have room for improvement, nor do I have all of the answers. I'm just using this little soapbox as a way to hype myself up and motivate that habit back into my lifestyle. I wasn't very nice to my body over the holidays. Fatty foods, red meats, homemade sweets, booze, etc. Mannn, I'm gonna miss it.
All that aside, hell yeah, fried pickles. Which do yall like better? The spears or the chips? Because there's a major flavor difference. But both are the shit. Spicy ranch is the best complimentary dip companion.
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Post by romanticizer on Jan 3, 2012 18:36:08 GMT -8
Renaissance fairs... I have no idea what I would do at one. But if there is fried pickles, I will put on whatever ridiculous outfit necessary.
...after my diet.
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Post by Fig on Jan 3, 2012 18:42:15 GMT -8
Spears all the way.
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Post by Pea on Jan 3, 2012 18:48:25 GMT -8
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Post by Fig on Jan 3, 2012 18:50:31 GMT -8
Only way that could have been funnier is if she was only raising her head high enough to see from her nose and upward but I commend you pea.
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Post by Catherine Sun Chips on Jan 5, 2012 17:41:29 GMT -8
Pea, I lol'd pretty damn hard at that one. Props.
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Post by romanticizer on Jan 9, 2012 10:14:02 GMT -8
I'm wearing an epic pair of genuine 1984 legwarmers from the back of my moms closet today and in terms of comfort, there is NO reason these went out of style. Word.
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Post by Horned Gramma on Jan 9, 2012 11:16:48 GMT -8
We seriously need to retire 'epic' as an adjective. Unless we're talking about Lawrence of Arabia, probably nothing we discuss around here is going to ever qualify as 'epic'.
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Post by romanticizer on Jan 9, 2012 11:32:46 GMT -8
These leg warmers are more like The Iliad bu fair enough.
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Post by romanticizer on Jan 10, 2012 10:17:49 GMT -8
I've lost 7 lbs. Onto Stage 2 for 5 days. Stage 3 involves working out. :-(
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Post by wompwomp on Jan 10, 2012 10:30:26 GMT -8
haha, I've been on the "get my fat ass into shape for Coachella" plan for the last couple weeks. Need to drop about 10 more pounds by April. LETS DO THIS.
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Post by Pea on Jan 10, 2012 10:34:36 GMT -8
I've gained back about 10 of the 20 I lost last year so I'm aiming for at least 15. I need to do it anyway for myself but a festival in the hot desert with sexier people than myself is sure a motivator haha.
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Post by Deleted on Jan 10, 2012 10:42:22 GMT -8
At the pool I make up nicknames for people who come swimming, and sometimes there are repeats. Basically anyone with really long hair is 'Bassnectar' and there's a few 'Sauna Guys'. The past two days I've worked different men came in that have been called Peatrick. Not really sure why. Probably something to do with the baldness.
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Post by romanticizer on Jan 10, 2012 10:42:23 GMT -8
For fucking real. You think you're all cute and shit, then you go to a music festival that begs the patrons to be scantily clad and god damn if that isn't a reality check. I am hoping my sexiness goes up at least 3% post diet.
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