moralist Posted August 28, 2014 Share Posted August 28, 2014 Thanks to Mikee's excellent recommendation, I also exercise with kettlebells. This is my 2kg workout. I call it the Turkish Letdown. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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moralist Posted August 29, 2014 Share Posted August 29, 2014 My back used to periodically go out from straining it at work, but since swinging a kettlebell I've had zero back pain! It's never felt so good, and when I sit at my desk I no longer use the chair back. I started out with a small 12kg (26lb.) kettlebell just to see how it would be, and when I first tried swinging it I thought I was going to die. But I kept doing it and gradually worked up to a 24kg (53lb.). I'm 130lbs and I think if they were any heavier they would carry me through the nearest wall! I really like the simplicity of kettlebells. Just a few of them make up a whole gym that takes up almost no space at all.Greg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikee Posted August 29, 2014 Share Posted August 29, 2014 My back used to periodically go out from straining it at work, but since swinging a kettlebell I've had zero back pain! It's never felt so good, and when I sit at my desk I no longer use the chair back. I started out with a small 12kg (26lb.) kettlebell just to see how it would be, and when I first tried swinging it I thought I was going to die. But I kept doing it and gradually worked up to a 24kg (53lb.). I'm 130lbs and I think if they were any heavier they would carry me through the nearest wall! I really like the simplicity of kettlebells. Just a few of them make up a whole gym that takes up almost no space at all.GregYes, same here. If I miss more than a day or so I get sciatica pain in my left leg. A day with KB swings and the back pain is gone, like I never hurt my back at all. I still get a laugh from your video. Mark Reifkind would really enjoy it too, I think. I'll send him a link unless you tell me not too!I weigh about 150 and I experienced the same thing w/ the larger bells. I made a T handle "core blaster" which you can load up with plates as heavy as you want. It was really dragging me around trying to swing it. I sent a video to one of the SFG trainers, got some pointers on the "hard style" swing and now if feels pretty solid. I do 2-3 sets of 5 with 80lbs at least once a week. That class I took was really fun btw. I think there's one in San Diego later this year. There are some really good KB master trainers down there in SCal too. The instruction is really worthwhile in my opinion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jules Troy Posted August 29, 2014 Share Posted August 29, 2014 Rotflmao!! (Good vid!!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Selene Posted August 30, 2014 Share Posted August 30, 2014 Just a helpful hint. Peppermint essential oil...inhaled regularly will help your lung function. Additionally, if you have allergies, sinus problems, it is miraculous. A... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moralist Posted August 31, 2014 Share Posted August 31, 2014 I tried lifesavers but they got stuck.Greg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Selene Posted August 31, 2014 Share Posted August 31, 2014 Cute!And here I thought you might have used them as a cock ring... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Backlighting Posted August 31, 2014 Author Share Posted August 31, 2014 Are u gonna take that, Greg? lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moralist Posted August 31, 2014 Share Posted August 31, 2014 My back used to periodically go out from straining it at work, but since swinging a kettlebell I've had zero back pain! It's never felt so good, and when I sit at my desk I no longer use the chair back. I started out with a small 12kg (26lb.) kettlebell just to see how it would be, and when I first tried swinging it I thought I was going to die. But I kept doing it and gradually worked up to a 24kg (53lb.). I'm 130lbs and I think if they were any heavier they would carry me through the nearest wall! I really like the simplicity of kettlebells. Just a few of them make up a whole gym that takes up almost no space at all.GregYes, same here. If I miss more than a day or so I get sciatica pain in my left leg. A day with KB swings and the back pain is gone, like I never hurt my back at all. I still get a laugh from your video. Mark Reifkind would really enjoy it too, I think. I'll send him a link unless you tell me not too!I weigh about 150 and I experienced the same thing w/ the larger bells. I made a T handle "core blaster" which you can load up with plates as heavy as you want. It was really dragging me around trying to swing it. I sent a video to one of the SFG trainers, got some pointers on the "hard style" swing and now if feels pretty solid. I do 2-3 sets of 5 with 80lbs at least once a week. That class I took was really fun btw. I think there's one in San Diego later this year. There are some really good KB master trainers down there in SCal too. The instruction is really worthwhile in my opinion.Yikes, Mike... 80 pounds!I take it slow and easy because I never did any kind of weight training before. As long as a simple swing keeps my back in tune, I'm happy. Greg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moralist Posted August 31, 2014 Share Posted August 31, 2014 Cute!And here I thought you might have used them as a cock ring...That all depends on the taster... Greg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikee Posted August 31, 2014 Share Posted August 31, 2014 My back used to periodically go out from straining it at work, but since swinging a kettlebell I've had zero back pain! It's never felt so good, and when I sit at my desk I no longer use the chair back. I started out with a small 12kg (26lb.) kettlebell just to see how it would be, and when I first tried swinging it I thought I was going to die. But I kept doing it and gradually worked up to a 24kg (53lb.). I'm 130lbs and I think if they were any heavier they would carry me through the nearest wall! I really like the simplicity of kettlebells. Just a few of them make up a whole gym that takes up almost no space at all.GregYes, same here. If I miss more than a day or so I get sciatica pain in my left leg. A day with KB swings and the back pain is gone, like I never hurt my back at all. I still get a laugh from your video. Mark Reifkind would really enjoy it too, I think. I'll send him a link unless you tell me not too!I weigh about 150 and I experienced the same thing w/ the larger bells. I made a T handle "core blaster" which you can load up with plates as heavy as you want. It was really dragging me around trying to swing it. I sent a video to one of the SFG trainers, got some pointers on the "hard style" swing and now if feels pretty solid. I do 2-3 sets of 5 with 80lbs at least once a week. That class I took was really fun btw. I think there's one in San Diego later this year. There are some really good KB master trainers down there in SCal too. The instruction is really worthwhile in my opinion.Yikes, Mike... 80 pounds!I take it slow and easy because I never did any kind of weight training before. As long as a simple swing keeps my back in tune, I'm happy. GregHere are some heavy swings: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ej8hToJzx08BTW, Max Shank's series on thoracic bridge exercise is pretty neat. Feels good.A guy would have to be a super stud with a name like Max Shank... I don't blame him for his choice of profession. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Backlighting Posted September 2, 2014 Author Share Posted September 2, 2014 Just a helpful hint.Peppermint essential oil...inhaled regularly will help your lung function.Additionally, if you have allergies, sinus problems, it is miraculous.A...Sounds like something I will try.Adam, how do you proceed with the inhaling?A nostril at a time...both simultaneously?For how long?How long does the relief last?What brand?Thanks-JoeJoe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Selene Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 Sounds like something I will try. Adam, how do you proceed with the inhaling? A nostril at a time...both simultaneously? For how long? How long does the relief last? What brand? Thanks -Joe Joe oops Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Selene Posted September 2, 2014 Share Posted September 2, 2014 I can only tell you how I use it... one nostril at a time - nasal clarity instantaneously... as to lung function - since I am asthmatic, it makes doing the diaphragmatic breathing much simpler, again for me. As to the "best brand," Aura Cacia which was an impulse buy at a small local health food store, therefore more expensive. You would be better off buying it on-line... Key is "essential oil." Respiratory problems: Menthol, which is abundantly present in peppermint oil, helps to clear the respiratory tract. It is also an effective expectorant and therefore provides instantaneous, though temporary, relief for numerous respiratory problems including nasal congestion, sinusitis, asthma, bronchitis, cold and cough. As a result, it is used in numerous cold rubs and balms. When these cold rubs are applied to the chest, they can quickly remove nasal and respiratory congestion. In one study, the use of peppermint oil proved to be antispasmodic, expectorant, and anti-inflammatory in nature, and considerably soothed the trachea inflammation and coughing in rats. Obviously, more human-based studies need to be made, but it has been a frequent part of alternative medicine for generations, and is highly respected for its use in relieving respiratory issues. https://www.organicfacts.net/organic-oils/natural-essential-oils/health-benefits-of-peppermint-oil.html The 15 ml bottle that I bought was 7.28 - the site above 28.00 + A... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Backlighting Posted September 2, 2014 Author Share Posted September 2, 2014 I can only tell you how I use it...one nostril at a time - nasal clarity instantaneously...as to lung function - since I am asthmatic, it makes doing the diaphragmatic breathing much simpler,again for me.As to the "best brand," Aura Cacia which was an impulse buy at a small local health food store,therefore more expensive.You would be better off buying it on-line...Key is "essential oil."Respiratory problems: Menthol, which is abundantly present in peppermint oil, helps to clear the respiratory tract. It is also an effective expectorant and therefore provides instantaneous, though temporary, relief for numerous respiratory problems including nasal congestion, sinusitis, asthma, bronchitis, cold and cough. As a result, it is used in numerous cold rubs and balms. When these cold rubs are applied to the chest, they can quickly remove nasal and respiratory congestion. In one study, the use of peppermint oil proved to be antispasmodic, expectorant, and anti-inflammatory in nature, and considerably soothed the trachea inflammation and coughing in rats. Obviously, more human-based studies need to be made, but it has been a frequent part of alternative medicine for generations, and is highly respected for its use in relieving respiratory issues.https://www.organicfacts.net/organic-oils/natural-essential-oils/health-benefits-of-peppermint-oil.htmlThe 15 ml bottle that I bought was 7.28 - the site above 28.00 +A...Thanks.-J Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Backlighting Posted September 6, 2014 Author Share Posted September 6, 2014 Tried the peppermint oil today. What a blast...opened the nasal passages nicely.Thanks Adam. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Selene Posted September 6, 2014 Share Posted September 6, 2014 Tried the peppermint oil today. What a blast...opened the nasal passages nicely. Thanks Adam. My pleasure. It is hilarious sitting in these waiting areas and "snorting" Peppermint oil, the drug dogs even look at me and give me a "WTF??" look. A... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Backlighting Posted September 6, 2014 Author Share Posted September 6, 2014 Tried the peppermint oil today. What a blast...opened the nasal passages nicely.Thanks Adam.My pleasure.It is hilarious sitting in these waiting areas and "snorting" Peppermint oil, the drug dogs even lookat me and give me a "WTF??" look.A...lol. give the dogs a whiff...like in Cool Hand Luke. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Selene Posted September 6, 2014 Share Posted September 6, 2014 lol. give the dogs a whiff. Not a chance. Not getting shot by some trigger have agent of the State, well certainly not for Peppermint oil... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Backlighting Posted September 6, 2014 Author Share Posted September 6, 2014 lol. give the dogs a whiff.Not a chance.Not getting shot by some trigger have agent of the State, well certainly not for Peppermint oil...Remember the scene in Cool Hand Luke when he set a pepper trap for approaching dogs? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Backlighting Posted March 13, 2015 Author Share Posted March 13, 2015 Here's the good doctor's take on antibiotics:"Antibiotics are an incredible, life-saving tool that we have in medicine. In fact, they are arguably one of the greatest medical discoveries of our time.However, in America, we see injudicious use of antibiotics, not only in our own bodies, but in the animals that give us the food we eat. In fact, 70% of the antibiotics we use in America today are fed to livestock! Why is this something we should be worried about? Learn more in today’s video" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BaalChatzaf Posted March 14, 2015 Share Posted March 14, 2015 Anit biotics have been exceedingly overused. The price: evolution of microbes who are immune the the anti-biotics. One the the big problems in hospitals not are MRSA. micro organisms. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Methicillin-resistant_Staphylococcus_aureus#Hospital_patients Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Backlighting Posted March 14, 2015 Author Share Posted March 14, 2015 Anyone who has been around someone with advanced Alzheimer's (I have) knows how horrible it is for the patient and how heartbreaking it is for the family & close friends.This new study, although not conclusive, offers some additional hope with the treatment & possible reversal (!) of it.http://video.foxnews.com/v/4111434964001/a-look-at-the-new-hope-for-alzheimers-patients/?#sp=show-clipsAdd this to the prevention method, which advocates the limited intake of (inflammation causing), sugar, carbs & glutton & we could be making significant progress.-J Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brant Gaede Posted March 15, 2015 Share Posted March 15, 2015 Sounds like reduce your calories and extend your life and you can do it now also.--Brantas for reversal, good luck with that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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