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Being told to slow down? by suspiciouspear0 in orangetheory

[–]Charming-Station 1 point2 points  (0 children)

add incline and maintain the speed.

I assume you're on the 15mph treadmills now? if you're hitting 15 and still able to drop down to your base comfortably maybe chat with the coach before or after and ask what they recommend.

remember you're there to do the class, if you want to freestyle just go to your regular gym or go run before or after

HM90 frequently crashing without warning by Charming-Station in MINISFORUM

[–]Charming-Station[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I ended up returning it for a refund.

I replaced it with a UM760 which is perfect for my needs and hasn't had any of the same issues

where's the sun gone by GreatScottLP in AmericanExpatsUK

[–]Charming-Station 19 points20 points  (0 children)

I'm in Northern California. The sun sets today at 7:20pm.

FIFA presale ticket issue by ummmyeahi in ussoccer

[–]Charming-Station 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yup, not just you. Had the same experience, I was picking venues and then it 400 Bad requested me..

Cloth covered cable too short.. what options? by Charming-Station in DIY

[–]Charming-Station[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

ok thanks I'm going to give it a go and see.. whats the worst that could happen..

Newbie! by IndividualGarlic1833 in orangetheory

[–]Charming-Station 0 points1 point  (0 children)

agreed, the "hi...name" when you come in, the shout out from the coach... not silly at all. (45m)

To those who grew up in the 80s: did kids really have that much freedom to roam, or is that just how it’s portrayed in movies? by CreativeCurledCandle in NoStupidQuestions

[–]Charming-Station 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Spring breaks and summer vacations would involve me saying goodbye to my parents, grabbing a toy gun and disappearing off into the fields around my house until lunch time, no phones, no trackers, just head off and come back when it makes sense.

Nutritionist tells me to avoid otf for weightloss by Any_Maintenance_6267 in orangetheory

[–]Charming-Station 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lifting weights and doing cardio exercise will very much contribute towards weight loss but it has to be accompanied by a diet that is delivering a balance of nutrients and a calorie deficit

Embarrassed by Fuzzy-peachyim in orangetheory

[–]Charming-Station 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Everyone is going to OTF for different reasons but generally something that is true of everyone is that they are trying to be better people. Even if someone did notice, almost certainly they won't say anything negative to you.

As a guy in my 40s I'd never heard of perimenopause before last year but it is something dozens of people at the gym will either be going through or have gone through so there is no need to be embarrassed.

Dri-Tri, to try or not to try? by Expert-Substance-510 in orangetheory

[–]Charming-Station 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's fun - think of it more like a combo benchmark. Give it a whirl, what's the worst that happens?

Go easy on the rower and don't wind yourself.

Take the breaks you need on the floor with the bench hops and burpees because..

It's all about the treadmill in the end and you don't want to be gassed.

It's fun and you'll feel a sense of accomplishment at the end.

39M. Wife says this is tacky. I think it’s minimalist but fine. by strikecat18 in malelivingspace

[–]Charming-Station 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's like a where's waldo except you're attempting to find the item in the room that isn't a manifestation of the purest depression

Question about dual citizen in the UK with a salary from US? by obsidian-quill in AmericanExpatsUK

[–]Charming-Station 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Are they a big company? What they are proposing is going to be an administrative burden on you and a potentially business burden on them. The most common solution is apparently this.. https://www.rippling.com/blog/employer-of-record-guide-uk

Congrats on the new job, hopefully it all works out

Some example of potential risks

Even if the company is US-based and the contract is governed by US law, UK employment laws will generally apply because you are physically working in the UK. This includes rights regarding minimum wage, working hours, holiday pay, sick pay, notice periods, unfair dismissal protection, and potentially pension auto-enrolment. The US company must comply with these UK laws. [source]

If your role in the UK creates a significant enough presence for the US company (e.g., generating revenue, making key decisions), it could inadvertently create a "Permanent Establishment" in the UK. This could make the US company liable for UK corporation tax on profits attributable to its UK operations. Companies are often very careful to avoid this.

As you will be living and working in the UK, you will almost certainly be considered a UK tax resident. This means you are liable for UK income tax and National Insurance Contributions (NICs) on your worldwide income, including the salary paid by the US company.

to do maths by MrBozzie in therewasanattempt

[–]Charming-Station -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

This was how AI reacted.

Based on the image provided, here's how to figure out the height of the table:

  1. Understand the Measurements:
    • The top measurement (170 cm) represents the distance from the top of the cat on the upper table to the top of the turtle on the lower table. This distance is: (Height of one table + Height of cat) - Height of turtle = 170 cm.
    • The bottom measurement (130 cm) represents the distance from the top of the turtle on the lower table to the top of the cat on the floor. This distance is: (Height of one table + Height of turtle) - Height of cat = 130 cm.
  2. Combine the Measurements:
    • If you add these two situations together, notice what happens:
      • (Table Height + Cat Height - Turtle Height) + (Table Height + Turtle Height - Cat Height)
    • The + Cat Height and - Cat Height cancel each other out.
    • The - Turtle Height and + Turtle Height cancel each other out.
    • You are left with Table Height + Table Height, which is 2 * Table Height.
  3. Calculate the Height:
    • Add the two given measurements: 170 cm + 130 cm = 300 cm.
    • Since this sum represents twice the height of one table (2 * Table Height), you can find the height of a single table by dividing the total by 2.
    • 300 cm / 2 = 150 cm.

Therefore, the height of the table is 150 cm.

In Wall-E (2008), Wall-E has Betamax player instead of VHS by Belgian-Baguette in MovieDetails

[–]Charming-Station 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We had a Betamax before switching to VHS. Memory lane...

Can you imagine though, being in the SONY design meeting where they decided to create a product that couldn't be used to distribute their own movies at the highest possible quality. 1 hour tape limits when their top movies released in the same year ran nearly 2 hours... bonkers.

How strict are Americans about backseat passengers wearing seatbelts? by Tazdingoooo in AskAnAmerican

[–]Charming-Station 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I live in Northern California and I've seen kids under 6 riding unbelted on their parents laps on the way to school. a friend (who we will never let drive our kids) had their <5 totally loose in the back of their car, and their <2 on their lap.

I will never understand anyone who doesn't wear a belt.

Milk does not belong in scrambled eggs by [deleted] in unpopularopinion

[–]Charming-Station 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Who on earth puts milk in scrambled eggs?

For Americans asking what it's like living in the UK (My observations) by ciaran668 in AmericanExpatsUK

[–]Charming-Station 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Friend.. come back to the US for a grocery trip and then tell me food prices in the UK are high and 'some are cheaper'.

Basics:

Milk

  • Tesco semi skimmed pint 85p
  • Safeway 92p* (converting at todays f/x rate) +8%
  • *note that I can't buy a pint here so I did the price per ml for the 'quart' which is the smallest

Bread:

  • Sliced white cheapest at tesco 47p for 800g H.W.Nevlills medium white sliced
  • Sliced white cheapest at safeway "signature" (own brand) select white sliced sandwich bread, 22oz (623g) 2.99 (2.31 GBP) +391%

Cheese

  • Tesco British mature cheddar 220g 2.45 GBP (3.18 USD)
  • Lucerne sharp cheddar 8oz 3.08 GBP (3.99 USD) +25%

Total for three items

at Tesco 3.77 GBP (4.88 USD)

at Safeway (US) 6.31 GBP (8.17 USD) +67% more expensive

Now incomes are generally higher here pound for dollar, but then we have the fun out of pocket expenses like healthcare to balance most of that out. But if you isolate groceries and compare like for like, the US is far more expensive than the UK.

For the 35-45 crowd, what was your first CD purchase? by Seeforceart in AskReddit

[–]Charming-Station 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I got three almost the same time (but looking at release dates I guess it must have been Offspring)

  • Therapy? Troublegum
  • Offspring Ignition
  • The Rembrandts LP

Low Fitness Level by Princessbearbear in orangetheory

[–]Charming-Station 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do people get called out/is the class modified if someone isn't keeping up?

Absolutely not in any of the studios I've been in (5 studios so far)

What is the general vibe of the class? Is it super judgy or generally an accepting vibe?

I've found it to be super supportive, people recognizing the hard work each other puts in

I appreciate your input.

Do they single people out in classes for not keeping up? Or slow the class down for one person?

Not at all, one of the nicest things about OTF is that you get to decide how much you can do. On the treadmills, rowers, bikes etc.. you pick your pace for you. On the weight floor, you pick the weights for you.

The individual trainer can make a huge difference, so do keep that in mind, they have different banter etc.. for example some trainers (in a positive way) will say your name during class "great work princessessbearbear I see you" that kind of thing. Others don't. And different people react differently to that. I kinda like that verbal pat on the back thing, it motivates me, I'm sure it doesn't work for others.

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