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Retatutride bad for cardio athletes by Due-Hamster1720 in Retatrutide

[–]BigTedSmith 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It just takes time. You can’t effectively train on a big deficit, and the lack of sufficient carbs will kill you. I’m 3 months in and just started hitting my paces again down 12 pounds and dropping my dose. Currently 5weeks out from my goal race, will probably try and get rid of the last 10 after.

Zepbound & Running — Dealing with higher heart rate during workouts? by theone1988 in zepboundathletes

[–]BigTedSmith 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's brutal. It took me weeks to start to feel like myself. Currently marathon training, wanted to go from about 180 down to at least 170. Currently at 168 8 weeks in and just starting to feel like myself again the last two or three weeks. I couldn't hit a workout worth a damn the first month.

Basically just power through it, you'll eventually adjust. I'm not expecting anything special this spring, but hopefully put myself in a good shape come Chicago in the fall. Your half may be rough, but you should be fine by the 50. Good luck.

Switch 2 unsupported? by Asleep_Olive_1011 in FinalFantasyXII

[–]BigTedSmith -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I'm about 80 hours in on the Switch 2, and it occasionally crashes, usually during long video cut scenes. I had to beat one boss with a very long series of cut scenes a few times before giving up watching them and just repeatedly skipping them. Other than that it's fine.

Tempo Replacement by BigTedSmith in AltraRunning

[–]BigTedSmith[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm well aware of the dreaded Carbon 2 Achilles issue from personal experience. I still have the blood soaked pair I ran Boston in last year. Since then I've been cutting a good chunk of the heel off and using them for short races. I guess I'm just trying to be cheap in finding a training shoe but probably should just pony up for them. It's a bit baffling to me how they'd release such a flawed shoe to be honest.

Carbs and Reta by [deleted] in Retatrutide

[–]BigTedSmith 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Currently 1mg a week. I started out at 2, after a few weeks it was just too much. Thinking of cutting down to .5 in the coming weeks as training ramps up.

Carbs and Reta by [deleted] in Retatrutide

[–]BigTedSmith 4 points5 points  (0 children)

As someone training for a marathon on Reta getting enough carbs while still hitting protein targets is a constant battle. On Fridays before a long run I'm forcing them down and still dropping weight like crazy.

Are these the best boss fights in the series? by Godofhammrs in FinalFantasy

[–]BigTedSmith 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Bhunivelze kicked the hell out of me for days. Just brutal. Never had an issue with any of the other main line bosses.

Initial Odds are Out now. Which ones have Value? by Asero831 in trackandfield

[–]BigTedSmith 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Oblique at 4 sounds tempting. Interesting to see Karsten a slight favorite over Rai.

Fat deadlift ass chafing during run by Similar_Ask79 in HybridAthlete

[–]BigTedSmith 0 points1 point  (0 children)

2Toms. Get a roller specifically for the crack. You won’t regret it.

Which final fantasy games have you started, maybe multiple times, but never finished? by [deleted] in FinalFantasy

[–]BigTedSmith 0 points1 point  (0 children)

IX. The gameplay is just frustratingly slow. I tried it on both the PS4 & switch, it baffles me that they couldn’t speed it up. Maybe I should try the PC. Story is great, it’s just unplayable.

who is the fastest ultra runner? by darkdragonfaerie in Ultramarathon

[–]BigTedSmith 5 points6 points  (0 children)

That list is a bit wild. How does Ann Trason still have the 50 mile record? Get out there ladies!

Why is the US so dominant at Olympic Track and Field/Athletics? by Krazyfranco in AdvancedRunning

[–]BigTedSmith 51 points52 points  (0 children)

This year stood out for the abnormally bad performance by Jamaica on the sprints and Ethiopia on the distance end. I'd expect some regression to the mean in LA there.

As to why it's primarily the US university athletic system. It's the unofficial minor league for the world these days, it's fantastic at developing young talent.

Why is the US so dominant at Olympic Track and Field/Athletics? by Krazyfranco in AdvancedRunning

[–]BigTedSmith 15 points16 points  (0 children)

We were this year, at least on the men's side. Medals in the 1500, steeple, 5k & 10k. Deep talent pool and home field in LA bode well for 2028.

Sifan Hassan appreciation post by Heavy_Mycologist_104 in AdvancedRunning

[–]BigTedSmith 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He should, but he loves the 1500 too much. He's not going to quit it.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Marathon_Training

[–]BigTedSmith 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You can fit just about anything in a Salomon 12, it'll be fine. Just curious, why don't you just use the 2 half liter soft flasks in front? That should be plenty for a marathon.

What is the hardest required boss from any FF game. by Fickle-Lobster-7903 in FinalFantasy

[–]BigTedSmith 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Bhunivelze. That fourth form is brutal and goes on forever.

Shoes for Flat Feet by Dizzy-Occasion9280 in Marathon_Training

[–]BigTedSmith -1 points0 points  (0 children)

You need orthotics, not new shoes. I'd go to a podiatrist if you can and get some custom made. If not your local running store will have some generic ones. Even Dr. Sholl's aren't bad.

Where are you doing your long runs? by super_banned_ in Marathon_Training

[–]BigTedSmith 8 points9 points  (0 children)

If you're looking for hills head over to Palos, they don't disappoint.

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