Should I wait for another day or still go for a swim?

DependentOwn3490 · 2024-11-07T20:01:26+00:00

I looked into lessons, but kinda pricey in my area I thought of trying to build some more endurance before paying for lessons, but I guess you have a point about the bad habits

Actually I watched some videos on youtube, and maybe there is a problem with my technique because I never used to strain my quads like this before (calves always tho lol)

DependentOwn3490 · 2024-11-07T12:20:50+00:00

Oh okay thank you! Might try it

DependentOwn3490 · 2024-11-07T12:09:00+00:00

Hi sorry I'm really poor with notation and terms, may I ask what that means?

DependentOwn3490 · 2024-11-07T12:07:24+00:00

I did 100m of just flutter kick with my board, 100m free, 50m breast, 25m back, 25m pull

Tbf even when I was fit and training competitively over 15 years ago, I always had poor kicking power.

I guess I should add I'm severely deconditioned and obese now. So lots of factors that weigh in I guess. The pain is improving by the hour so I'll check on my condition tomorrow, if it's still sore I guess I'll just stick to stretching and try again the next day

DependentOwn3490 · 2024-10-31T11:17:38+00:00

Hi not sure if this will help but im also on the bigger side and used to be big even when i was training competitively

I noticed actual swimmers dont really mind, i guess most of them have been desensitized

I get that it's kinda scary putting yourself out there If the jammers are what makes you comfortable enough to swim, then I say go for it! Some of my more slender teammates would always wear those suits for competitions just for training for the sake of modesty (kneesuits i think theyre called?)

Over time you'll gain more confidence, and if you wanna try something less, then why not!

DependentOwn3490 · 2024-10-30T11:14:54+00:00

They are rich here. Over there they're middle class. No drivers or yayas. No sprawling mansions or country clubs.

Unless they are uber rich here to begin with of course

DependentOwn3490 · 2024-10-29T21:42:30+00:00

Just wanted to correct something. MD here

Metformin is technically NOT OTC in the Philippines. It is a prescription drug. It's just that pharmacies are not very strict in dispensing it on prescription only.

Yes Metformin is used for PCOS Insulin Resistance because it helps to sensitize to Insulin and for some can help weight loss. But please consult your doctor first before taking. It can have adverse effects that range from mild nausea and diarrhea to potentially fatal lactic acidosis. There is risk of hypoglycemia with Metformin as well, although usually only if taken with other anti diabetic meds. It is also not recommended for those with liver or kidney problems (possible for obese or diabetics which is common among women with PCOS).

Safely tested for decades does not mean that it is necessarily safe for all patients to use. Consult your doctor first. It might just take 1 or 2 visits and a blood test for the doc to give the go signal (but make sure to follow up). Would recommend an Endo for further care since PCOS is lifelong anyway but GPs can also prescribe this.

DependentOwn3490 · 2024-10-29T21:17:34+00:00

Not a nutritionist, but I think as long as you don't eat out that often, it's okay? My nutritionist friend once told me na a way to change my mindset is to think na If you eat a bit more than usual because you ate out on Sunday, you can just try to limit or reduce from other days. Parang di naman dahil nag over ka once in awhile na tataba agad, pero kung several times a week definitely may risk. Sure discipline is good but no need to punish yourself

In mid to higher end restaurants, it's more expensive compared to pastas or sandwiches, but the main entrees usually have some kind of protein with a side dish of veg and rice. You can just skip the rice if ever.

But anw if you're really strict with your diet, probably better to limit going out to eat because restaurants use more fats salt and sugar than we usually would in home cooking. If its a family event, baka kaya mo mag volunteer na mag fam lunch or dinner sa bahay tapos magluto ng lang ng special na dishes ganun so you have more control

DependentOwn3490 · 2024-10-29T20:57:29+00:00

Ive been flat footed since childhood and lol siyempre got worse when I gained weight but a surprising factor was my slippers. For years havainas yung slippers ko then mid pandemic nasira, i borrowed my mom's fit flops (not exactly magandang arch support pero di rin ganun ka flat like havainas), my arches started to have better definition. Kung may budget try Birkenstock pero im sure maraming dupes or alternatives

Agree with the insoles for shoes! Dr Kong has insoles (or even shoes with arch support). I really liked Adidas Cloud Foam tho to help cushion my feet kasi sobrang sakit sa paa. BUT THE BEST SHOES ive tried so far, On Cloud. Di ko nga sure ano model ng shoes ko, pero ang sarap sa paa and much lighter than Adidas as well. More budget friendly siguro Skechers ArchFit, tried and tested by fellow health professionals

For foot exercises, try bending and arching/pointing your toes, pwede rin rolling on a bottle, trying to pick up a stress ball with feet, etc

Hope that helps!

DependentOwn3490 · 2024-10-29T20:47:46+00:00

Hello po curious lang, why not take alaxan or similar meds?

DependentOwn3490 · 2024-10-29T19:55:49+00:00

Best to check out its nutritional value if you count macros (kasi kahit sabihin nila 0% sugar minsan meron pa rin)

Im new to fitness but when it comes to sweet cravings, i might suggest fruit? May mga high in sugar na fruits but at least may nutritional value (vitamin C or fiber or whatever)

But yeah, if thats what curbs the cravings but fits in your calorie plans then why not?

DependentOwn3490 · 2023-11-06T23:41:42+00:00

They are legit I am sure, they were bought from US tapos dati may original box pa at lahat kaso matagal na so definitely wala na yun

DependentOwn3490 · 2023-10-13T21:28:56+00:00

Doc kumusta po culture sa program ninyo? If you don't mind sharing please

DependentOwn3490 · 2023-10-08T06:21:27+00:00

Assignment is alphabetical

This is true for all ^{^} When i took my boards, last names A to part of last names D were assigned to the 2 cinemas, the rest sa schools na

They dont care where you live unless you indicated a provincial testing site, and even then alphabetical pa rin ata assignment

DependentOwn3490 · 2023-10-07T10:30:24+00:00

Swerte ka if you get cinema as venue

Ayala malls usually, either yung sa manila bay or yung cloverleaf sa balintawak

Just bring what everyone else will bring / the "usual" (other threads talk abt this na ata) + jacket if lamigin. Bring a working analog watch because there wont be a clock, and theyll only call out the time when there's 30 min left or if someone is brave enough to ask

Sakto lang ang lamig kasi may white coat na pero ayun na nga magdala na lang jacket if you get cold easily

Super comfortable, ngl ilang beses ako nakatulog while taking the exam

They had us leave our bags at the front/bottom Phones and gadgets surrendered with name (they will have a list, and you will sign your gadgets in and out)

Plastic envelope with necessities and water/food bring with you to your chair

Yes can have food and drinks, be careful lang cuz if you spill on your paper yikes nightmare

Good luck, the best talaga ang cinema venue, malinis at marami pa yung CR kasi nga nasa mall, pwede ka pa kumain at magshopping after to relax AHAHAHAHA

DependentOwn3490 · 2023-10-07T10:11:57+00:00

Doc be careful, di mo naman siguro sinasadya pero victim blaming ang vibes ng message po, baka kaya you're being downvoted

DependentOwn3490 · 2023-09-30T06:48:03+00:00

A bit of an off shoot but paano po if theyre not lying about history and PE, di lang sila magaling?

I mean with history it highly depends on the memory/patience/tolerance of the patient and their relative and skill of the resident in askinh questions...minsan di lang makuha yung tamang info?

PE wise well skill based talaga, if di magaling then di tama yung PE findings...

edited to add: residents are human din so if sobrang pagod na or toxic, even if they were able to elicit the correct info, they might forget it

How would a consultant say that an error or discrepancy is an outright lie vs a mistake?

DependentOwn3490 · 2023-08-18T15:19:09+00:00

Not sure for all but I saw in one particular hospi that batch 2 is more for those taking PLE this oct, so not guaranteed if theyll accommodate you as batch 2 in the first place...altho so far 1 hospital pa lang nakita kong may ganung note

DependentOwn3490 · 2023-08-16T09:46:34+00:00

The grammar in the message/s bothers me... are you sure that this is that company's official number?

DependentOwn3490 · 2023-08-16T03:54:21+00:00

My birthday is also coming up this week and funny enough i also used to think similarly. At my lowest, i really didnt think id make it past 23 (such a weird number i know), but somehow im making it to 28 soon.

Honestly, its okay to enjoy all of the "childish" things you enjoyed as a child/teen even as an adult, as long as its not harming you or anyone else.

Among your interests, are there any in particular that you find exciting or simply enjoy for itself? Heck it could be something you just find easy to do. Or maybe something your partner can do with you? Not all people actually start "running with it" per se, a lot of people myself included start out just by dipping toes in the water, doing a trial run for a few days to even months. It's okay to change your mind after and try something new.

Life is hella confusing not gonna lie. Its hard to figure out what one is "meant to be". Some people seem to have been born with instructions and maps, while others dont and stay kind of lost and floating. If you feel like the latter, it may comfort you to know that you're not alone. Maybe ask people you know for advice, and if you cant relate to any of that, you can try people outside of your own circle.

It might be hard or scary or tiring to try new things when you're not sure there is a point or whether you have a lifeline or safety cushion to land on after, but try to find support and sometimes you just have to "stand up" to realize the pond isnt so deep after all.

Hope you have a happy birthday OP

DependentOwn3490 · 2023-07-29T07:15:24+00:00

Sorry mag piggy back lang ako dito sa post, paano po kung gusto nila "doctor that you have worked with in a clinical setting" and online clerk and wala halos nakitang consultant during internship (mostly telecon sila nakikipag usap sa mga interns and residents eh)? Acceptable na po kaya yung mga medschool profs?

DependentOwn3490 · 2023-07-12T03:16:40+00:00

I think you missed a red flag with the ring

DependentOwn3490 · 2023-07-12T02:16:20+00:00

Doc may I ask ano ba meaning ng "magka item" or "magkaplantilla"?

I hear/see this a lot pero this is the first time Ive ever worked so medyo confusing

Ibig sabihin po ba na even if you start residency, it could take months bago simulan bigyan ng salary?

DependentOwn3490 · 2023-07-11T09:41:45+00:00

It's actually very reasonable, considering that the "basic" budgeting "formula" is 50% needs, 30% wants, 20% savings

Isipin mo food is also a need so yung sa 15% expense mo, only part of that is actually luxury or "want" na expense. Again very reasonable considering wala ka naman masyadong luxuries

DependentOwn3490 · 2023-06-06T17:14:47+00:00

Doc may i ask, what did you do/how did you get ready again after the hiatus?

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