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What if you can't afford to be yourself? | #40

The Pole • 79 implied HN points • 29 Dec 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Fitness
  1. Consistency is key in activities like going to the gym for long-term benefits. Finding ways to stay motivated and committed is crucial for success.
  2. Approaching sales authentically and confidently can yield positive results. Being clear about one's needs and abilities can lead to successful interactions.
  3. Improving agency in various aspects of life involves understanding goals, exploring different paths, and actively making choices to achieve desired outcomes.

ex_dryfast report: 48h of no food, no water

Experimental Fat Loss • 141 implied HN points • 17 Feb 25
🏥 Health & Wellness Fitness
  1. Dry fasting for 48 hours felt easier than expected. The experience didn't match the scary stories I'd heard online about serious difficulties.
  2. I lost about 5-7.5 pounds after the dry fast, mainly due to water weight. It was surprising how quickly the weight dropped without eating or drinking.
  3. This experience made me more interested in trying dry fasting again. It seems less daunting now, and I have noticed that many people are exploring it more as a way to lose weight.

Two Different Ways to Fuck Your Van

The Heart Attack Diet • 119 implied HN points • 22 Sep 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Fitness
  1. Using the wrong fuel in an engine can lead to inefficiencies and damage, requiring adjustments or repairs to restore normal function.
  2. Polyunsaturated fats may not be ideal for human metabolism, potentially impacting mitochondrial membranes and energy generation.
  3. Avoiding excess polyunsaturated fats might help alleviate conditions like chronic fatigue syndrome by potentially restoring proper metabolism and reducing the need for medication adjustments.

Pearl's Keto Diet Cheat Sheet

Prime Cuts Newsletter • 117 implied HN points • 16 May 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Fitness
  1. The author created a simple, one-page keto cheat sheet to make it easier to understand what to eat and avoid on a keto diet.
  2. The cheat sheet includes information on what to eat, what to avoid, and when to eat in one printable format.
  3. The author recommends going deep into the topic by reading 'The Keto Bible' for a more detailed understanding.

The Presidential Physical Fitness Edition

Why is this interesting? • 422 implied HN points • 22 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Fitness
  1. The Presidential Physical Fitness Award had high standards like 40 push-ups, 10 pull-ups, and a 6:30 mile run, with the goal of improving national health and reducing childhood obesity.
  2. The program was ingrained in the US school system and became a cultural memory for a certain generation, showing the impact of collective fitness goals.
  3. China is now emphasizing physical fitness similarly to how JFK did in the 1960s, with a focus on societal benefits like fitness and achievements reflected in their social media platforms.
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Please Stop Telling Patients to "Just Walk" For Their Health

Weight and Healthcare • 439 implied HN points • 02 Apr 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Fitness
  1. Healthcare providers should avoid limiting discussions around movement to just walking
  2. Patients have diverse needs and abilities, and a one-size-fits-all approach like 'just walk' can be harmful and exclusionary
  3. Healthcare providers should engage patients in a respectful conversation about movement, consider their individual situations, and provide information without judgment or bias

Nothing to See Here

The Heart Attack Diet • 79 implied HN points • 16 Dec 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Fitness
  1. The author has been experimenting with their diet, including enjoying lasagne and even getting drunk during Christmas.
  2. Despite the dietary changes, the author observed a drop in weight but also experienced hypometabolic symptoms like feeling sad, cold, and tired, possibly linked to thyroid issues.
  3. The author remains puzzled by the unexpected changes in their thyroid dose and the resulting effects on their body.

The year of the leap

The Next Chapter • 6 implied HN points • 05 Jan 26
🎭️ Culture Fitness
  1. Took a big creative and professional leap by raising funds and making a debut short film while balancing a part-time day job and learning directing and acting skills.
  2. Chose Austin over Chicago to prioritize family and a fresh start, accepting uncertainty but committing to give the move a real shot.
  3. Focused on emotional and physical growth through therapy and EMDR to accept feedback and heal past hurts. The year also included strengthening the marriage, becoming independent at the gym, and planning better rest and tech boundaries for 2026.

The Green Bridge

10x your mind • 79 implied HN points • 30 Nov 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Fitness
  1. The Green Bridge in Singapore's East Coast Park is a simple, concrete bridge surrounded by lush greenery, providing a haven for cyclists and pedestrians alike.
  2. The bridge offers challenges like a steep incline for runners and a rite of passage for newbie cyclists, making each trip a special experience that fosters perseverance and personal growth.
  3. Visiting the Green Bridge serves as a reminder of optimism, resilience, and the ability to conquer challenges, symbolizing the strength to tackle life's obstacles with determination and pride.

January Subscriber AMA Answers

Weight and Healthcare • 159 implied HN points • 06 Feb 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Fitness
  1. Discrimination based on size is not well-protected against and efforts to combat it are primarily local.
  2. Changes to combat discrimination based on size are not widespread and mainly happening on a local level.
  3. Supporting newsletters and content creators through paid subscriptions can help sustain their work.

Progress Not Perfection: Leveraging Resolutions to Change Your Life

Perspectives • 6 implied HN points • 01 Jan 26
🏥 Health & Wellness Fitness
  1. Resolutions work when you turn them into small, consistent habits that pile up over time to create big change.
  2. Make goals doable: pick tiny, anchored actions, track them, seek accountability, and shape your environment so the right choice is the easy choice.
  3. Aim for progress, not perfection — stick with new actions long enough (roughly a couple months) and iterate year to year to build lasting change.

What We Can Learn From Made Up History

The Heart Attack Diet • 99 implied HN points • 08 Aug 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Fitness
  1. Humans in the past often maintained a stable weight and strength without getting excessively fat, regardless of their diet or activities.
  2. The modern Western diet is linked to obesity and diseases of modernity spreading worldwide.
  3. There may be something in our current food environment contributing to the rise in obesity and health issues.

What's your default?

10x your mind • 99 implied HN points • 28 Sep 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Fitness
  1. Default settings impact our choices, like why unhealthy options are often the default in food and technology.
  2. Conscious changes to defaults can lead to healthier habits, like choosing nuts over sugary snacks and setting limits on social media apps.
  3. Using defaults to our advantage, like planning outfits in advance or stocking up on healthy snacks, can save time and support wellness goals.

Countdown

Splattern • 59 implied HN points • 01 Jan 24
🎾 Sports Fitness
  1. Starting new goals on January 1 can feel fresh and symbolic, making it easier to stick to them.
  2. Having a clear deadline can help keep you focused and professional about your goals.
  3. Setting small, daily commitments can eliminate the pressure of big New Year's resolutions and help you stay consistent.

ex150-12 review: Holiday Edition

Experimental Fat Loss • 127 implied HN points • 10 Jan 25
🏥 Health & Wellness Fitness
  1. Following a special diet led to a quick weight loss of about 4 pounds, but it might just be water weight from changes in food intake.
  2. During the holidays, more flexibility in eating was allowed, but it didn't seem to majorly affect overall weight loss.
  3. Future experiments with different diets, like one focused on honey, are planned to see how they compare with previous food plans.

Blame it on the Rain

Splattern • 59 implied HN points • 26 Dec 23
🎾 Sports Fitness
  1. Running in the rain can be fun, but it's important to keep gear dry. Using dry-bags and garbage bags can help with that.
  2. Managing body temperature is key. A light base layer and gloves can keep you warm while running in wet weather.
  3. Connecting with friends and sharing meals is meaningful. It's great to bond over food, especially when others accommodate your dietary needs.

A Case Study In Foolishness

Weekly Wisdom • 79 implied HN points • 23 Aug 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Fitness
  1. Wisdom should be practical, not just theoretical or elegant. Learning from experiences, even foolish ones, can still offer valuable lessons.
  2. Bold acts can lead to unexpected challenges and lessons. Despite risks, facing fears can bring about a sense of accomplishment and growth.
  3. Gratitude, courage, and endurance are key qualities in facing challenges. Testing one's limits can provide unexpected insights and personal growth.

A NOTE TO READERS

Seymour Hersh • 85 implied HN points • 28 Feb 25
🏥 Health & Wellness Fitness
  1. The author is recovering from their first knee replacement surgery. They're dealing with significant pain during the healing process.
  2. They mention taking a lot of pain medication, which affects their ability to write clearly.
  3. The author plans to return with more content next week once they're feeling better.

Mental Health Advice

Obvious Bicycle • 460 implied HN points • 17 Jun 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Fitness
  1. Getting enough sunlight is crucial for mental health.
  2. Interacting with other human beings, even through small talk, is important to combat isolation.
  3. Leaving the house and exercising are vital for overall well-being.

Swamp Update: Detailed Swamping

Experimental Fat Loss • 134 implied HN points • 30 Oct 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Fitness
  1. The Swamp Visualizer can show more detailed diet information now, instead of just using 10% steps. This makes it easier to understand how different diets compare.
  2. You can now see where the ex150 diet falls in comparison to the Standard American Diet. It's a helpful way to visualize macronutrient distributions.
  3. If you know of any interesting diets with specific macro information, you can share them. The author is looking to include a variety of diets in the visualizer.

Active Recovery

Splattern • 39 implied HN points • 22 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Fitness
  1. Active recovery is important, and treating it like a job can help you heal faster. Things like cold showers and strength workouts can make a big difference.
  2. Cold therapy, like ice baths, might help with inflammation and mood, even if the science isn't fully there yet. Many athletes believe in its benefits for recovery.
  3. It's good to follow your passion and step away from things that don't make you happy. Whether it's a job or social media, focusing on what you love is key.

Natural Trans Fats

The Heart Attack Diet • 59 implied HN points • 13 Nov 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Fitness
  1. Trans-fats in dairy products from ruminants are naturally occurring and include conjugated linoleic acid and vaccenic acid, produced by bacterial action in the rumen.
  2. Putting seed oils in cow food can lead to the transformation of fats into trans-fats as a detoxifying defense mechanism by gut bacteria.
  3. Vaccenic acid found in human orbitofrontal cortex of patients with bipolar disorder and schizophrenia raises questions about its role in these conditions.

Sugar and your mind — Quitting added sugars

10x your mind • 139 implied HN points • 29 Sep 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Fitness
  1. Reducing added sugars can lead to decreased sugar cravings, making it easier to avoid unhealthy sugary foods.
  2. High intake of added sugars can lead to health issues like high blood pressure, weight gain, diabetes, fatty liver disease, and brain fog.
  3. It's beneficial to identify your motivation for reducing added sugars, find healthier alternatives for sugar cravings, and indulge in sweets after intense exercise.

I'm Confused About Sugar

The Heart Attack Diet • 59 implied HN points • 06 Nov 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Fitness
  1. People in history had terrible dental health due to sugar, which was driven by British people's desire for cheap sugar, leading to dental problems and health issues.
  2. Tooth decay might not have always been a problem caused by sugar, which raises questions about ancestral populations' exposure to sugar and the evolution of taste preferences.
  3. The idea that sugar causes tooth decay and people like the taste of sugar might not align over evolutionary timescales, leading to a need for further exploration and explanations.

Two People At The Gym

The Voyage • 39 implied HN points • 08 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Fitness
  1. The effort and focus you put into your goals make a significant difference in the results you achieve.
  2. Simply going through the motions without dedication will not lead to significant improvement.
  3. Focused effort is key; bring energy and intention to what you do to see better outcomes.

Xmas Mom Test: Week Two

The Heart Attack Diet • 39 implied HN points • 02 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Fitness
  1. Author is generally feeling well and energetic after holiday indulgences.
  2. Author experienced chocolate cravings and indulged, following a 'no-willpower' approach.
  3. Author's waking temperature is high, thyroid dose stable, no weight fluctuations noticed.

Mock Baby Jogger Run Through

Splattern • 39 implied HN points • 29 Dec 23
🏝 Travel Fitness
  1. A mock run with a stroller can be fun and helpful for planning outings. It's great to prepare everything the night before to avoid last-minute stress.
  2. Trying new foods, like Ethiopian coffee and pastries, can be a delicious adventure. Learning the history behind the food adds to the experience.
  3. Supporting charitable causes can be rewarding. It's nice to see how much people can raise when they work together for a good cause.

ex150ish Redux : Headache City

The Heart Attack Diet • 59 implied HN points • 28 Jun 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Fitness
  1. Following a strict diet like ex150ish can have different effects on energy levels and health.
  2. Headaches and other symptoms can occur when transitioning to a new diet, like ex150ish, but they may not always be related to the diet itself.
  3. Sharing personal experiences and documenting progress can be helpful for oneself and potentially for others who might be on a similar journey.

How Much Protein?

The Heart Attack Diet • 59 implied HN points • 05 Sep 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Fitness
  1. Getting adequate protein is crucial for preventing deficiency diseases and maintaining overall health
  2. The recommended daily protein intake is 0.8 grams per kilogram of body weight to prevent deficiency
  3. Symptoms of protein deficiency include muscle loss, fatigue, cravings, bone issues, slow healing, weight gain, and hair/nail problems

Explicitly Trying to Lose Weight

The Heart Attack Diet • 59 implied HN points • 26 Jun 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Fitness
  1. The author is experimenting with a diet to improve health, though weight loss has been a challenge.
  2. The author is intrigued by an individual who tests various unconventional diets for weight loss.
  3. The author is curious to try the experimental diet, not expecting guaranteed success but driven by curiosity.

Well Being: Biohacking with Urolithin A

Who is Robert Malone • 10 implied HN points • 06 Nov 25
🏥 Health & Wellness Fitness
  1. Urolithin A is an exciting supplement that may help counteract aging by improving immune system health. It can help your immune cells act younger and work better as you get older.
  2. Research shows that taking Urolithin A daily can also boost muscle strength and endurance, especially for older adults. This makes it a potentially valuable tool for maintaining physical fitness as we age.
  3. Though it can be expensive, many believe the benefits of Urolithin A make it worth trying for those interested in anti-aging and improving overall well-being.

WOData: CrossFit Open 24.2

Austin's Analects • 19 implied HN points • 13 Mar 24
🎾 Sports Fitness
  1. The author shares their strategy and analysis for CrossFit Open Workout 24.2, achieving a high score and feeling proud of their performance.
  2. The workout consists of a 20-minute AMRAP involving rowing, deadlifts, and double-unders, with the author focusing on efficient transitions and pacing throughout the routine.
  3. By analyzing their execution in terms of time per round, movement, and transitions, the author reflects on areas where they excelled and areas for potential improvement, like quicker transitions for better performance.

Fresh perspective with a new coach

Splattern • 19 implied HN points • 02 Mar 24
🎾 Sports Fitness
  1. Getting a new coach has brought fresh ideas and support. It's helpful to have someone experienced to guide and motivate you.
  2. Understanding your body and its responses is important. Talking to a coach can uncover issues like knee pain related to running habits.
  3. Having a supportive environment and people around you adds to the overall experience. Feeling appreciated by others can boost your spirits.

Who is the neuroscientist monetizing sleep?

Cosmos • 19 implied HN points • 01 Mar 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Fitness
  1. Andrew Huberman is a Stanford professor and podcast host who has gained a massive following by simplifying complex health and biology topics, making them more mainstream.
  2. Huberman's content on sleep, cannabis, alcohol, and other health topics has influenced his dedicated audience to adopt various lifestyle changes, like mouth taping, blue-blocker shades, and cold plunges.
  3. His science-based approach to content creation has given him substantial cultural and product influence, showcasing the impact of scientists in the Creator Economy.

Gaesser & Angadi-The Case For Weight-Neutral Healthcare

Weight and Healthcare • 239 implied HN points • 29 Oct 21
🏥 Health & Wellness Fitness
  1. Fitness is more health promoting than intentional weight loss, and it carries a lower risk of adverse outcomes like weight cycling.
  2. Weight-neutral healthcare suggests focusing on promoting health behaviors like physical activity rather than fixating on weight loss as the primary solution.
  3. Weight does not always play a direct role in health risks; factors like physical activity and fitness level can have a greater impact on health outcomes.

Fuel-Partitioning causes Obesity

Experimental Fat Loss • 169 implied HN points • 14 Jan 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Fitness
  1. Mainstream CICO/EBM and Fuel Partitioning/low-carb are two paradigms about what causes obesity.
  2. CICO views calories as the cause of fat gain, while Fuel Partitioning sees excess calories as a result of other issues.
  3. CICO doesn't work for everyone, and there are diets like low-carb or keto that work better for some due to Fuel Partitioning.

Lessons from CrossFit

Madhur’s Writings • 56 implied HN points • 22 Dec 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Fitness
  1. Persistence is key. If you keep trying and don’t give up, you can improve at anything over time.
  2. Always look for the root cause of a problem. Once you know what's holding you back, fixing it becomes easier.
  3. It's okay to take breaks. Listening to your body and recharging can help you come back stronger.