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jdechko

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I'd prefer to just eat the nuts as you pay a premium for the conversion to butter. But nut butters are safer for my GI system (nuts get digested in the large intestine).
It’s just a means of presentation and method of delivery. Sometimes I want a steak, sometimes I want a burger.
Plus, whole almonds and cashews are awkward to spread on a sandwich. ?
 

pshufd

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It’s just a means of presentation and method of delivery. Sometimes I want a steak, sometimes I want a burger.
Plus, whole almonds and cashews are awkward to spread on a sandwich. ?

It can cause small bowel obstructions for me. I can assure you that they are quite painful. I've only had to go to the ER once.
 

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It’s just a means of presentation and method of delivery. Sometimes I want a steak, sometimes I want a burger.
Plus, whole almonds and cashews are awkward to spread on a sandwich. 😄
I see what you did there. 😁

I haven’t tried it, but there’s walnut butter, The trick I think to finding that is, it’s usually down the organic/natural aisle, not your typical ‘dairy aisle’. So people tend to never look at the organic aisle, because prices are high and it’s usually for people with specific food allergens/diets, but I’ve heard good things that’s another great source of a healthy fat.
 

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Tuna/salmon sushi, Packed with avocado, sesame sea-weed, topped with ghost pepper chili sauce and sweet Sriracha. Killer combo.

230 cal/21g of protein. That’s a pretty good ratio of healthy eating. The problem is, the labor to make this will definitely be the last time.
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pshufd

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Tuna/salmon sushi, Packed with avocado, sesame sea-weed, topped with ghost pepper chili sauce and sweet Sriracha. Killer combo.

230 cal/21g of protein. That’s a pretty good ratio of healthy eating. The problem is, the labor to make this will definitely be the last time.
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My wife makes this about once a month. Presentation isn't as fancy but everyone loves it.
 

Sciomar

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Cardio mixed with moderate weight training, a solid sleep schedule (often overlooked), and a diet you can stick to are the key. I was always struggling with workout excitement until I started pairing running or swimming with lifting. Do deadlifts and make use of the cable machine if one is available. I went from forcing myself to run 3 or 4 miles to really enjoying 5 to 7 and recovery is a lot faster. My problem has always been my sleep habbits and some food choices. I've cut out soda, I only use agave nectar with coffee, but I eat too much red meat and love me some breads.
 
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diggy33

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It can cause small bowel obstructions for me. I can assure you that they are quite painful. I've only had to go to the ER once.
Yeah, they are no joke. Spent 3+ months in the hospital as a teenager after botched surgery for small bowel obstruction (had cysts that caused a blockage)
 

jdechko

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My wife makes this about once a month. Presentation isn't as fancy but everyone loves it.
We’ve done sushi bowls before. Prep the ingredients all the same, but everyone just assembles it in a bowl. If I recall, we had nori “chips” instead of sheets. Julienned carrots and cucumbers, sliced avocado, fresh fish, and sauces.
 

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Sleep and water intake are massively underrated. I believe I read that the average adult average is between ~6 to 7 hours of sleep a night, which I don’t think is enough. I try to at least achieve 8 with no problem. But more than aiming for the amount of hours of sleep, it really depends on the quality of your sleep. I dream a lot (Most times, I can remember my dreams, which is another good sign), which is a good thing, because that means I’m in the deepest REM cycle possible.

As far as water is concerned, at least 64 ounces a day, most times I can reach near a gallon, but I don’t hit that mark every day. Aside from hydration, water just is that natural detox for your body, provides lubrication for your joints and the list goes on.
 
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pshufd

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Sleep and water intake are massively underrated. I believe I read that the average adult average is between ~6 to 7 hours of sleep a night, which I don’t think is enough. I try to at least achieve 8 with no problem. But more than aiming for the amount of hours of sleep, it really depends on the quality of your sleep. I dream a lot, which is a good thing, because that means I’m in the deepest REM cycle possible.

As far as water is concerned, at least 64 ounces a day, most times I can reach near a gallon, but I don’t hit that mark every day. Aside from hydration, water just is that natural detox for your body, provides lubrication for your joints and the list goes on.

My feeling is that sleep and sleep quality is related to the amount of physical activity during the day. I find it much easier to sleep well after 1-2 hours of exercise. I have access to Garmin's database which records users' sleep amounts and I get more sleep than only 17% of their user base at 7.5 hours. The peaks in the bar chart are at 8 hours and 8 1/4 hours.
 

jdechko

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I have access to Garmin's database which records users' sleep amounts and I get more sleep than only 17% of their user base at 7.5 hours. The peaks in the bar chart are at 8 hours and 8 1/4 hours.
I collect so much data, but sleep isn’t one of those things unfortunately.
 

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One of the things that I try to at least do once a day (Actually I’m following typically what the Chinese do), is take a 20 minute power nap. The key is, not to sleep too long, otherwise you just become drowsy. Some people can’t take naps, because maybe their mind is processing too much with business or processing thoughts, but I do the same routine every day almost at exact same time, and my body recognizes that, therefore I can go into a moderate sleep cycle, I’m out for at least 20 to 25 minutes, and when I wake up, it’s seems like more like an hour.

I find by taking a nap, I have more focus with my work outs.
 

adrianlondon

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I saw a documentary a few years ago that said the best way to take a power nap is to drink an espresso (or other strong coffee) then try to sleep. It takes around 20 minutes or so for the caffeine to kick in, so it helps you wake up and feel refreshed at the right time.

I've tried it (rarely, as I don't typically nap) and it does seem to work.
 

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⬆️ I wouldn’t suggest that. Especially espresso, which is considerably higher in caffeine over just ‘coffee’. Most people have different levels of sensitivity to caffeine, but if you add in the sugars (Which most do), that’s naturally going to spike your energy. It also depends what time you take your nap. If it’s later in the day, that might affect your actual needed sleep cycle, which is the last thing you want to do adding the likes of an energy drink/coffee/espresso.

The process is real simple, you need to clear your mind, autogenic breathing is something that I would highly recommend for training and turn your phone off for distractions.
 
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jdechko

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My first triathlon since COVID shutdowns coming up this Saturday. I had originally planned on doing the Olympic distance but some circumstances caused me to miss 3 consecutive weeks of training at the end of July/ beginning of August. So just a sprint distance for me this time. But it will be a great warm-up for my half-IM in December.

This week has been slower with training. Still high intensity, but much lower volume to keep my legs fresh. Tonight was a 60-minute brick workout (30-min bike at race pace followed by 30-min run at race pace). The legs felt good afterwards and I could have probably doubled the time.

Tomorrow is probably 1250 yards in the pool, including 500 at race pace. Friday hopefully is a lighter swim and a 30-minute brick.
 

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My first triathlon since COVID shutdowns coming up this Saturday. I had originally planned on doing the Olympic distance but some circumstances caused me to miss 3 consecutive weeks of training at the end of July/ beginning of August. So just a sprint distance for me this time. But it will be a great warm-up for my half-IM in December.

This week has been slower with training. Still high intensity, but much lower volume to keep my legs fresh. Tonight was a 60-minute brick workout (30-min bike at race pace followed by 30-min run at race pace). The legs felt good afterwards and I could have probably doubled the time.

Tomorrow is probably 1250 yards in the pool, including 500 at race pace. Friday hopefully is a lighter swim and a 30-minute brick.
Best of luck. Definitely update us where you finish and how it all went.
 

danny_w

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Just got a Schwinn IC4 spin bike to try to get in better physical shape. I am 68 and debated for a long time on whether to get a spin bike or an upright bike, but finally settled on the spin bike as a new experience. I am just starting out and am finding it quite difficult compared to the recumbent bike that I used to have, but I am expecting it to get better as I get in better shape. I have only had it less than a week but can already see my resting heart rate improving and requiring more exertion to get my heart rate up very much. At my age I don't expect to be doing any HIIT but rather slow and steady with progressively more resistance as I work up to it. I may try some riding apps as I get more into it.
 

jdechko

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Just got a Schwinn IC4 spin bike to try to get in better physical shape. I am 68 and debated for a long time on whether to get a spin bike or an upright bike, but finally settled on the spin bike as a new experience. I am just starting out and am finding it quite difficult compared to the recumbent bike that I used to have, but I am expecting it to get better as I get in better shape. I have only had it less than a week but can already see my resting heart rate improving and requiring more exertion to get my heart rate up very much. At my age I don't expect to be doing any HIIT but rather slow and steady with progressively more resistance as I work up to it. I may try some riding apps as I get more into it.
When you get to that point, I think we’ve had some discussion on this very thread about using spin bikes for things like the peleton app. And there are several tutorials online. Basically, it boils down to needing a cadence sensor and something capable of broadcasting heart rate.
Or if you have an Apple Watch, skip the peleton app and just stick with Fitness+.
 

pshufd

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Just got a Schwinn IC4 spin bike to try to get in better physical shape. I am 68 and debated for a long time on whether to get a spin bike or an upright bike, but finally settled on the spin bike as a new experience. I am just starting out and am finding it quite difficult compared to the recumbent bike that I used to have, but I am expecting it to get better as I get in better shape. I have only had it less than a week but can already see my resting heart rate improving and requiring more exertion to get my heart rate up very much. At my age I don't expect to be doing any HIIT but rather slow and steady with progressively more resistance as I work up to it. I may try some riding apps as I get more into it.

Looks like a solid choice. Heavy flywheel + magnetic system.

I recommend using an App or website to keep track of your rides so that you can see your progress over time.
 

danny_w

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When you get to that point, I think we’ve had some discussion on this very thread about using spin bikes for things like the peleton app. And there are several tutorials online. Basically, it boils down to needing a cadence sensor and something capable of broadcasting heart rate.
Or if you have an Apple Watch, skip the peleton app and just stick with Fitness+.

Looks like a solid choice. Heavy flywheel + magnetic system.

I recommend using an App or website to keep track of your rides so that you can see your progress over time.
Thanks. I think I would prefer a free app until I get more used to the bike and settle into a routine. I think I can use the free rides in Explore the World for now. So far I have just been watching tv shows while riding.
 
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pshufd

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Thanks. I think I would prefer a free app until I get more used to the bike and settle into a routine. I think I can use the free rides in Explore the World for now. So far I have just been watching tv shows while riding.

I meant tracking your distance and time. Basic approach would be a spreadsheet with date on the left column, time spent, and distance and computed speed.
 
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