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Rhyno posted:It's been raining for 6 days straight and the temperature all over the place. And riding a bike in winter is also not ever gonna happen. I'm also not going to invest $500 in a bike and gear when I can keep on doing what I have been with great success. Agreed, don't listen to the bike nerds, I have a spin bike (stationary) because it gives me the kind of leg workout I like and I don't have to worry about getting killed by a car or heat exhaustion. To each his own 
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nm posted:An activity that is fun (like cycling, but other work) is more sustainable long term than just getting on a machine and exercising in one place. What's the difference between riding in place or seeing the same scenery every time you ride? I have a bike that I ride for enjoyment on the beach and trails, and I have a spin bike for daily exercise because quite frankly I've lived in this area for 30 years and it all looks and feels the same, so I'd rather not ride in the stifling heat or on busy roads with idiot drivers in an area that's no different one day to the next no matter how many routes I take. When I have time and the weather is nice and I want to enjoy myself, I put my bike on my car and go to the beach or local trail for a ride. When I just want to have a quick leg workout I jump on the spin bike. It's nice having both, and I have plenty of other activities that keep me outside so I don't need to be out on the roads.
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May 2, 2017 01:14
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nm posted:I love exploring different areas. Plus everything changes all the time. I like exploring too, just don't have the time every day for it. I guess since I'm not really hard core into biking (my bike is a modified 3 speed beach cruiser) I'm cool with the spin bike just to exercise my legs daily. I just started it tho, who knows I might get sick of it but for now it's a great tool
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May 2, 2017 03:53
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nm posted:I don't want to go down this road too far, but up in the bike thread we have people in winnipeg riding year round, so. It's confirmed, bike nerds love riding in extreme weather, and coincidentally also love slamming their dicks in a door! CornHolio posted:How long do I give it before I go see a chiropractor? Lol don't do this.
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If it persists get an MRI done to see whats going on. After my back issues started years ago, an MRI revealed degenerating discs and an X-ray showed minor scoliosis, yay! It's like a surprise but not in a good way 
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May 2, 2017 16:03
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CornHolio posted:How long do I wait until I see a real doctor, then? I keep hearing that it'll go away on its own, and I'm only on day two. In the meantime I'm taking ibuprofin and using a heating pad, both of which help quite a bit. It would have to be a constant issue, like if it kept happening over a month or something. For me it started getting worse over time because of the job I was doing, had it checked out and subsequently quit my job. Any sort of physical labor aggravates it, and the longer I do it the worse it gets. I think SWP is right, you just slept on it funny and it's sore now, but if it persists for over a few weeks and is not getting any better or worse you should see a doctor. [e] oh it happened in the shower. Either way, if it persists, doctor. Applebees Appetizer fucked around with this message at 16:22 on May 2, 2017 |
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May 2, 2017 16:19
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Goober Peas posted:Goons make the worst doctors. Lol at the quacks itt. To be fair, most doctors are poo poo anyway especially when it comes to back pain. And don't even get me started on the VA. So many quacks you'd think it's a duck resort.
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May 2, 2017 17:17
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18yo self would also total them within a month or less 
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GnarlyCharlie4u posted:First of all, why the gently caress does a ten year old have a phone? My 9 year old has a dumb phone. It's actually great because when he's out around the neighborhood playing with friends we just call him to come home instead of going to look for him. And he carries it when we go to places like Busch Gardens in case we get separated or something, it's great peace of mind honestly. He doesn't really like it though, we have to make him take it, trying to get him in the habit of having it with him.
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May 2, 2017 23:47
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everdave posted:ITs just the $250 auger with 8" wide bit that lowes sells (got it for $200) instructions explicitly say burn all the fuel each day. So I started with that in mind but couldn't get it to crank with just a 1/4 tank it said fill tank completely. Started right up after that. Like I said if I can get these 45 posts set with it I'm happy. Super bonus if it still running good after and I can sell it for $150. No cutoff or drain. I did it the hard way, with a post digger son  Although the soil here is mostly sand so no biggie except when you run into rocks. I can't imagine hitting a good sized rock with an auger that's gotta suck.
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Wrar posted:Apparently I have an ear infection. That sucks dude, I feel you. Just recently got over complications from oral surgery, it was not fun.
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CornHolio posted:So a buddy of mine is looking at a 1999 Range Rover. He should be looking for a different vehicle.
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May 4, 2017 16:24
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Rhyno posted:It's amazing what healthy living does to your priorities. I used to spend 20 hours a week sitting on the couch playing video games. I haven't touched them in two months. I'm also ready to sell all my stupid nerd poo poo because it's taking up valuable sq footage I could put to better use. Good poo poo. I went gluten free because of crohn's disease, and not only do I feel a hundred times better but I have virtually no body fat now whatsoever. 
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May 5, 2017 18:15
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Made the mistake of getting into my neighbor's old beater Mustang with a built 351, no seat belts in tiny bucket seats surrounded by steel and death, and he's basically driving with almost no traction flying through the gears and (kind of) slowing down on manual drum brakes. I was impressed and making GBS threads my pants at the same time wondering why the hell did I get into this car
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May 6, 2017 23:29
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Raluek posted:That's weird; I thought by 1965 front belts were mandatory. My '65 Chevy has them (but not in the back), but my 1960 Ford doesn't. (Well, aftermarket ones have been added to both, but the '65 fronts are definitely factory) Probably was, but the interior is completely gutted besides the seats, bare metal floors and could see the road through the hole for the shifter It's basically a drag car drivetrain wise, and he's just trying to decide what he's gonna do with the body, if he cuts it up for tubs it's obviously going to lose "Mustang value" once he makes it a race car. And obviously he would go with an auto for the strip as well.....He's just hung up on what to do. Funny thing is he just sold a Fox body set up for the strip and immediately regretted it.
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May 6, 2017 23:43
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Darchangel posted:It was just a target of opportunity. I know I can fix stuff that ordinary "users" can't or won't. If it were a decent car, I'd fix it and drive it for a bit and sell it on, unless it just caught my fancy. I like my Crown Vic, but MB, leather, wood, class, you know. Too bad it's one of the crap-rear end ones. The whole car is a rolling dumpster fire, probably was before the warranty ran out on it. If you want a good cheap luxury car get an old Lexus basically.
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financially racist posted:if you want a good cheap luxury car, hunt down a subaru svx imo. they are some fuckin baller-rear end poo poo, and if i ever wanted something that was not a two-seater it'd be that. Lol you're joking I hope.
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May 7, 2017 17:50
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Darchangel posted:Yeah, I actually like the LS400, etc. Would not mind having one if I get tired of the Crown Vic. We went from driving a Crown Vic for over ten years to an LS430. Should have made the switch sooner, no comparison whatsoever. The LS is the best used large sedan you can get for the money imo.
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I got one at Walmart years ago for an old civic, it just plugged into the fuse. I'm a dumbass and always leave the lights on so I need something to beep at me
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May 9, 2017 06:32
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Enourmo posted:loving ceiling fan died in my bedroom, I gotta crank the ac like 5 degrees cooler to sleep comfortably. Just go to Home Depot and get a new cheap ceiling fan. Unless it's the switch on the fan then it's a cheap fix, otherwise not really worth replacing the motor if its toast.
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Another One Bites the Dust would be the most appropriate
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It's ok man, I bit the dust 15 years ago
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Heyyyy, lets see what's going on in the chat thread!
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gimpsuitjones posted:I count birds for a living I babysit adults for a living 
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Darchangel posted:How does one get into this? Part of my problem is the whole "I'm 47 years old with a family and a house." Starting over is tough when you're used to a half-way decent salary. I'm not in any way ambitious or interested in climbing the ladder/management. I just want a job with some variety that I won't hate going to every day, with the seemingly-impossible additional requirement of paying a decent wage that at least keeps up with inflation/cost of living. I'm pretty much there at 46. Been a security guard for 7 years now, and although it's tempting sometimes, I'm in no mood to start another career again from the bottom so it's looks like I'll be doing this the rest of my life. The good thing is I like my job, work on the beach, great atmosphere and cool people that's ten minutes from my house so the lovely pay doesn't bother me as much. Sure I'd like to make more money but I'd probably be miserable in the long run starting over. Plus my wife makes way more than me so it takes the pressure off. Overall I'm just happy I don't hate my job because I've been there and it sucks.
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the spyder posted:Any good remedy for a sore/scratchy throat? I've got no voice today and a hell of a headache. Whiskey did not help last night, probably because I forgot the honey and lemon. If you can find it, RAW buckwheat honey works great for a sore throat. Health food stores usually carry it. That or a throat spray that numbs.
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Rhyno posted:Well poo poo. My hand felt fine so I lifted last night and now my wrist is jacked. I mean, it's useable, I can type and lift things but I just picked up a weight and I couldn't hold it. Don't feel bad, I did yard work all weekend, planted four trees and moved two (lots of digging), so my hands feel like mush and I can barely make a fist. Doesn't help that I'm probably in the early stages of arthritis either 
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Rhyno posted:That sucks man. But I ain't too far behind you. I fluxed back up to 183 so I really want to get back on this. My trainer buddy said to wrap my wrist and not touch a weight for a week. And I was gonna sand the Miata headlights today. Athletic tape works wonders for your wrists man, you wouldn't think tape would help but it really supports your wrists and prevents injuries, just look at all the MLB and NFL players that use it. Wrap that poo poo up before workouts to prevent further injury. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sZwd69R8aK8 Applebees Appetizer fucked around with this message at 17:30 on May 15, 2017 |
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CommieGIR posted:I've been having stomach and intestinal issues for two months, and finally had to go to the ER yesterday, they diagnosed it as colitis or IBS, and while the meds are helping, they now give me a motion induced migraine. You might want to seriously consider adjusting your diet unless you want to be on meds possibly for the rest of your life. Try going gluten free for two weeks (no cheating) and see how you feel, it's worth a shot. When it comes IBD issues, it usually boils down to eat what you want and take meds (along with side effects) or adjust your diet and hopefully stay med free. Also might want to see a Gastro specialist if you havent already.
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CommieGIR posted:Okay, while I appreciate the advice: I have crohns and have heard all the doctor bullshit a million times. Diet doesn't matter lol. You'll find out. I went gluten free as a desperate attempt to try anything and it worked, I'm completely med free now. I guess it's all in my head? Oh and the doctors will tell you medical marijuana doesn't help either I wonder why. It's all a racket but you'll find out soon enough, good luck man.
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CommieGIR posted:Placebo Affect. It actually might all be in your head. I'm just taking from experience man, I used to think EXACTLY the way you do until I had to live it. I guess prepare yourself for the steroids and/or Humira injections in your stomach every week, and the lovely side effects to go with it. They don't always stop the symptoms completely either. It's all good though no offense, I'm doing fine with my placebo induced remission after being in IBD hell for three years Also no more man boobs from the steroids!
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Supposedly CBD helps reduce inflammation for people with IBD issues, I'll find out here soon because I've applied for my card just waiting on all the red tape. I can say from experience that THC does help the abdominal pain, turns it from a sharp pain into a dull much more manageable pain. If the CBD part is true, the both together should help a lot actually.
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From the terrible car threadRhyno posted:I assume that anyone who is driving a PT Cruiser is doing so because they have no other choice.
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CommieGIR posted:Not according to the IBD and Chron's disease research group. See my quote from their page. Its largely independant of diet usually. Nothing can cure IBD and Crohns, and no, diet cannot control the inflammation. As you will find out living with this disease, it's all about controlling the SYMPTOMS, the foods you eat can determine how bad symptoms are. Changing your diet will help, or taking meds can accomplish that as well. Or both, it's up to the individual to figure out what works for them. For me the side effects from the meds are not worth it, and they don't always work. I took steroids for almost two years and all it did was gently caress up my joints (which are still hosed up) and give me man boobs (went away thank god). When the doc wanted to put me on Humira I said gently caress that. From the article you quoted: quote:certain foods may aggravate symptoms of these diseases. Decreasing poorly digestible carbohydrates may decrease symptoms of gas, bloat, cramps, and diarrhea in patients with IBD This is what I was trying to point out. Nothing is going to cure it or stop the inflammation, you can only hope to contain the symptoms for a better quality of life, and figuring out the correct diet that works for you will help immensely. I'm trying to help you dude because I've dealt with this for years and have been on the same emotional roller coaster you're about to get on. Marijuana helps. It's not a cure but it helps, and experimenting with your diet does no harm whatsoever. Gluten free for two weeks will do absolutely no harm and it just might help, if it doesn't you can go right back to eating all the gluten you want it's just a harmless experiment to see how your symptoms react to it. Worked for me and I'm grateful I tried it.
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CommieGIR posted:I can't smoke Marijuana due to the security clearances I have to hold and the jobs I do, and frankly I don't really want to smoke anyways. I'm still extremely skeptical about the claims about gluten, and there's not enough evidence to say for certain that gluten-free has any actual benefits other than being a fad diet like Paleo. What is there to be skeptical about, there is literally no risk in trying a two week trial. It's not about being a diet fad hipster, it's about having IBD and getting any advantage over your symptoms you can possibly take. In bold is pretty much the definition of gluten: quote:Decreasing poorly digestible carbohydrates may decrease symptoms of gas, bloat, cramps, and diarrhea in patients with IBD I get the marijuana issue, but like I said before good luck man, and don't be afraid to experiment with your diet. It's possible you might not even need meds to control your symptoms.
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funny Star Wars parody posted:i dont mean to get pissy but like alternative therapy only makes money because it makes desperate people hope that they can be cured from an awful thing and it preys on them and sucks their money Don't be daft. If you could solve your dicomfort by adjusting your diet or taking meds which would you choose? There's no wrong answer, it's whatever pros and cons you are willing to accept. If commie doesn't want to give up his favorite foods that's fine and up to him. He might change his mind later and might not, until you experience a disease like IBD you can't really judge people on how they decide to treat it, each person learns from their experience. I was just trying to pass my experiences to him so he has an idea on what to expect going into it. CommieGIR posted:Look, I appreciate what you are saying, and while my diet does need some work, I'm heavily into Italian food and frankly I'd suffer more without my breads and noodles, and gluten free taste odd. Kind of like how sugar free doesn't really taste the same. Depending on what they find out with further testing (you may be taking a pill cam as well) they may start you out on mild to agressive steroids. Whatever you do, don't let them prescribe it for longer than required (usually no longer than a year to try to stimulate remission) or it can be detrimental. My docs hosed up and kept me on it longer than I should have and I'm paying for it now.
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funny Star Wars parody posted:Oh don't get me wrong I'm not saying changing a diet can't do anything, what I am saying is don't get your hopes up for CBD doing anything and even if it did good loving luck getting anything like that OK'd until the very last boomer is rotting in the grave (then we have quite a few GenX'ers to worry about echoing the boomer mindset) I'm just waiting on my state ID for medical marijuana, already applied. There's lots of people with crohns already using it with great success, and now there's a new strain that's 50/50 CBD/THC that people are raving about so we'll see. In the meantime I just buy it from my friends who get it from Colorado. It's just a matter of being legal or not, and of course I'd rather be legal even if it's gonna cost me a lot more money. That being said, I haven't had to use it much since going gluten free, where as before I was smoking every day just trying to get any kind of relief from the pain.
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rdb posted:I wish smoking weed did something for me other than let my paranoia and anxiety run loving wild. Yeah that is an issue with a lot of people trying to use it for treatment and not really wanting to get high with those side effects. I personally don't really enjoy being high, so depending on the strength of the weed I just take in small amounts until I find a happy medium of pain relief and not being too high. Supposedly this new CBD strain pretty much solves that problem, still enough THC for pain relief but it doesn't get you high nearly as much.
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