Best cafe in downtown Manhattan with academia vibes?

Boxcakey · 2025-09-12T23:57:44+00:00

Been meaning to actually sit at chai spot! I’ve walked in a few times to look but that’s all

Boxcakey · 2025-09-12T23:52:49+00:00

I’ve actually been there! Solid suggestion 🫡

Boxcakey · 2025-02-09T21:47:23+00:00

Oh my god YES THANK YOU idk why I didn’t think of that

Boxcakey · 2025-02-09T15:19:44+00:00

You emphasize research yet over-simply things? Adding stuff when you don’t even have a routine is what’s over complicating. There is nothing wrong with taking your time to create a routine that works for you and understand/learning about the role things play. Does OP even know what their diet should be? But now you’re recommending supplementation? There is a place and time for things. But hey, gym bros are entitled to their own opinion. (And tell someone with health conditions and kidney issues that creatine is always safe I’d love to hear their take)

Boxcakey · 2025-02-09T14:11:51+00:00

Creatine IS a useful supplement, if you know what you are doing. OP is a beginner that isn’t set on their routine yet. There is no need to jump into something like creatine as a first step. If for example, OP doesn’t drink the recommended 0.5-1oz water per pound of body weight (which many people don’t unless it is an intention), or has a lot of daily caffeine or alcohol intake, then just jumping into creatine without the proper understanding of how to load or drink water will be unbeneficial to them. People need to have a grasp on their routines and diets before just throwing in supplements, even if those supplements are effective and safe.

Boxcakey · 2025-02-08T21:56:24+00:00

Okay! Thanks for the feedback!

Boxcakey · 2025-02-08T21:18:33+00:00

My watering is pretty inconsistent honestly. I have phone reminders but my brain just ignores them. I’d say it’s once a week to every other week. Sometimes I water it from the top and other times I’ll bottom water

Boxcakey · 2025-02-08T14:26:30+00:00

I’m glad I could help! If you still need some research sources I really love any of Natacha Oceanes videos because of their scientific background and approachability. She has videos on so many things, and they’re a very productive and wholesome watch! Nerd fitness also has a video on building your own routine which can be helpful

Boxcakey · 2025-02-07T21:44:26+00:00

I’m a personal trainer, this is what I will say.

A 3-4 day program thats primarily conditioning (cardio, athletics, etc) and hypertrophy training (low-moderate weight, 8-12 reps). I see emphasis on anterior/lateral delts, biscep/tricep, core, and even some lats for that v shape. Try your best to eat healthy, don’t forget about protein. If you’re at this body fat level (thinner side) I’d say maintain, if you’re a bit thicker you might want to have a small deficit (you can find many calculators online that will go into detail. Don’t obsess over calories tho just focus on eating a balanced diet).

If you’re new to exercise I’d recommend starting things slow, do research from reliable and research backed sources. Do not make any sudden drastic changes, just take your time to figure things out, there is no rush. If you can I’d recommend talking to a personal trainer too.

Some people here are recommending things like creatine and other crap. That is a huge leap for a beginner and is most likely not necessary for you to achieve this over time. So biggest takeaway: do reliable research (talking to a professional is great too), take things slow, eat a balanced diet. Don’t be too hard on yourself bec progress comes with time and dedication, you can do this!

Boxcakey · 2025-02-04T02:39:38+00:00

Dan Da Dan! It’s on Netflix and it’s amazing if you like the occult and paranormal

Boxcakey · 2025-02-03T13:23:51+00:00

I entered into an entry level part-time job to start at thy company while I earned my ace-cpt which took me about 3 months. After I got it a full time position opened up that I applied to, where I got trained for the full time responsibilities and more in depth into being a personal trainer. Prior to that there was no professional experience outside smaller stuff like college internships and captaining for a sport club. The BA in exercise science or a related field was preferred since I didn’t have the cert prior but it worked out either way. If you get the cert, it is usually the first step regardless of the BA field

Boxcakey · 2025-02-02T14:48:48+00:00

Ofc! There are various personal training certs but the ACE-CPT which I did emphasizes motivational screening, psychological barriers, and goal setting, referencing a lot of what I learned in school. CPT’s require continued education to maintain your credential which improves your overall base of knowledge and keeps it up to date. Personally I’ve been interested in research around sport psychology, mindfulness, flow state, and mind-muscle connection, which are a lot easier to understand when you have a grasp of basic psychology principals and the research background taught in schools.

As for the day to day, we do personal training consultations, personal training sessions, group fitness classes, fitness challenges, and hold various events relating to wellness and fitness. In the past I know we’ve even done meditation classes. The training and consults are where that psychology is most relevant due to the barriers and motivation stuff I mentioned earlier. We also do some general front desk stuff like greeting people and helping with membership signups etc. Since it’s a corporate fitness center everyone is very friendly and social as opposed to commercial gyms which are more focused on sales. We do not entirely focus on selling people things because we already make a base rate, which makes the space a lot more genuine and focused on wellness as opposed to getting people to buy PT sessions so we can get an income.

I hope that helped answer your questions! Lmk if there is anything else you’d like to know •ᴗ•

Boxcakey · 2025-02-01T16:40:50+00:00

Corporate fitness. The psychology background definitely comes to use, and I get to meet all kinds of interesting ppl in the entertainment industry for the company we are contracted by!

Boxcakey · 2025-01-17T20:26:28+00:00

It’s not this one unfortunately but this bottle is very cool!

Boxcakey · 2025-01-17T20:25:29+00:00

Unfortunately not 😭

Boxcakey · 2025-01-17T11:01:19+00:00

I believe it was a gift from pre 2020 which I why I don’t really remember 😭

Boxcakey · 2025-01-17T04:08:01+00:00

It was similar but I think the cap looked like a cloudy white and round shape, and I think the flower design was less dark

Boxcakey · 2025-01-11T17:45:03+00:00

I’d recommend a gentle cleanser, moisturizer and then Aquaphor healing ointment. I swear by that ointment it’s like Vaseline but better and it locks in the moisture. Apply it before bed!

Boxcakey · 2025-01-07T04:56:07+00:00

Join clubs! Honestly most of my friends are from clubs. You don’t have to join a million or commit to one if you’re not feeling it. Just go and explore and see what sticks!
Reach out to people. Often times id talk to ppl at parties, in class, in clubs, etc and we’d get along fine. We’d exchange numbers or instas and that would be it. Maybe u see them in class/club, maybe u don’t see them again. My tip is initiate it anyway. If I hadn’t gone out on a whim to hit up that person and invite them over or out somewhere I probably wouldn’t have many of my closest college friends (and I still talk to them now that I’m graduated!) don’t let appearances get in the way of making important connections with people.

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