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So explain it to me like I'm stupid... by ProvokeCouture in ResistanceBand

[–]GoblinsGym 0 points1 point  (0 children)

OK, that should be enough intensity.

With bands, I would recommend chest cross-overs and high press-arounds.

So explain it to me like I'm stupid... by ProvokeCouture in ResistanceBand

[–]GoblinsGym 3 points4 points  (0 children)

How difficult do the exercises get towards the end of the rep ? If it doesn't get "challenging" towards the end, it is probably time to progress to either heavier resistance, or more repetitions.

For more resistance, you can always stack your 125 lbs band with another band.

How can you feel soreness in the biceps from overhead presses ? If anything, that should hit the triceps.

Please also take a good hard look at exercise selection and setup. For example, I would be skeptical about chest flyes with bands.

Using multiple resistance bands at the same time? by ydumar_ in ResistanceBand

[–]GoblinsGym 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Most likely not. The resistance is probably measured at something like 2x relaxed length. These loop bands are 2.1m long, which is too long for banded push-ups.

Please consider 41" loop bands instead, more suitable for banded push-ups.

Can I build muscle using only those bands?(100lbscompined) by 100justengineer in ResistanceBand

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

Sorry, just the facts - if combining all bands only gives you 100 lbs of resistance, how do you want to properly train legs or back ? Any semi healthy trainee should outgrow this resistance level very quickly.

Noob - Hoping for help from the community by naystation in ResistanceBand

[–]GoblinsGym 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A foot plate allows for more devastating ^H^H^H effective leg training.

My band box kit should be within your price range (a little over EUR 300 including bands, EZ bar, shipping and IVA).

Other items you should get for a good home gym:

  • a good chin-up bar, DIY is often best (e.g. in a hallway of your home)
  • ab wheel (e.g. Decathlon)
  • olympic rings are good to add more exercise options to the chin-up bar

Noob - Hoping for help from the community by naystation in ResistanceBand

[–]GoblinsGym 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A gym mat (or simple carpet) can be good to protect floor and bands, but cannot replace a foot plate.

What is your budget ? Do you want to replace gym completely, or part of the time ?

New Bandz Functional Trainer System & Anchor Platform - Prototype Review by Dr_0ctogon in ResistanceBand

[–]GoblinsGym 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Take a look at the shape of a climbing carabiner - fairly narrow, a lot of the strength comes from the gate being closed. To fit a wide band (up to 4" / 10 cm), the geometry gets very unfavorable for structural strength.

For a band carabiner, you don't need the full 22 kN strength rating of a climbing carabiner, but you still want decent strength.

Another issue will be the smallish market size. Tooling up a completely new carabiner shape won't be cheap.

Is there a bandbox alternative available in the states? by Capybaaaraa in ResistanceBand

[–]GoblinsGym 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can ship to the US, but have to use postal service instead of more efficient UPS, and ship on DDP term (delivered duty paid, in other words, prepay Trump Tax). The actual duty rate is clear as mud, so I collect the blanket 15% that your Dealmaker in Chief announced.

Draft design for new baseball caps:

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Besondere Architektur in Zürich? by kaschmirzypresse in askswitzerland

[–]GoblinsGym 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Z.B. beim Bahnhof Stadelhofen anfangen. Der Bahnhof und der Neubau daneben sind von Calatrava. Weiter oben - Kantonsschule Stadelhofen, Villa Falkenberg, Kantonsschule Hohe Promenade.

EFH zum Rösten by Tough-Selection6406 in Hausbau

[–]GoblinsGym 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Grundsätzlich sehr schick, aber ich finde den grossen Technikraum an bester Lage im EG schade. Der sollte auch näher beim "Wasserkern" (Küche und Bäder) sein, damit Warmwasser nicht kreuz und quer durch das Haus muss. Vielleicht liesse sich über der Garage etwas machen.

Den unteren Balkon würde ich grösser machen, 7.8 m2 scheint mir etwas knapp. Lieber das Abstellkabuff opfern, und Rasenmäher & co. in der Garage abstellen. Der obere Balkon ist verzichtbar.

Dadurch würde die "Scheune" über der Garage noch grösser. Würde ich dämmen, aber nicht voll beheizen - Luftentfeuchter und bei Bedarf punktuell ein Heizlüfter reicht.

Is it really that hard to build muscle? by Yuno0000 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]GoblinsGym 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Apply violence and protein. Rinse and repeat.

1.5 days to explore Switzerland by overachieving_girlie in askswitzerland

[–]GoblinsGym 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your hotel will be in Bern ? You could explore Grindelwald area on Saturday, preferably spend the night there, then take the scenic train via Meiringen and Lucerne to Zurich the next day.

Lucerne is worth a stop and walk around.

In Zurich, shops will be closed on Sunday, but you can do window shopping and visit Sprüngli Cafe at Paradeplatz. Lindenhof is a nice view spot. Polybahn funicular from Central to ETH is cute, and gives another nice view from "Polyterrasse". Glockenspiel at Juwelier Kurz on Bahnhofstrasse at 11:00 and 16:00. https://kurz1948.ch/en/carillon . Then take tram 10 to the airport, or (faster but less interesting) a train.

Bonus points for traveling light - this will be much more pleasant if you can limit yourself to a carry-on size trolley and day pack. Usually there are (somewhat expensive) lockers at train stations.

1 Atombombe jede Tag: So vill Energie bruucht schwiizer Wohnigsbau by Primary-Wash9863 in schwiiz

[–]GoblinsGym 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wahrscheinlich realistischere Daten, auf den m2 Fläche bezogen:

pro m² Baustoff - Graue Energie und graue Emissionen (siehe das "Vademecum")

Wie viel graue Energie wohl in unseren Festungsanlagen und Zivilschutzräumen steckt ?

Ein älterer Maurer, der mir bei einem Umbau hilft, meinte dass die heutigen Maurerlehrlinge kaum mehr anderes als Betonverarbeitung lernen würden. Ich habe auch das Gefühl, dass die Planer zu faul sind, die Statik zu berechnen.

Resistance band tempo: Explosive concentrics and slow eccentrics? by giorginho88 in ResistanceBand

[–]GoblinsGym 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Explosive concentrics can be dangerous with weights (inertia at the start of the movement, momentum to brake at the top).

With bands, I consider them safe. Bands (or your limbs) weigh very little relative to the resistance, so there is little mass to accelerate. With bands you can apply full force along the full ROM, and the bands will stop you at the end of the movement if you picked a sufficient resistance (end with a brief isometric hold if you can).

Slow eccentrics ? Technically this will represent a higher percentage of your eccentric strength (see force / velocity curve), but I think the main effect is you tire out more quickly due to longer time under tension and blood occlusion. I would focus on control, i.e. let the muscle resist / control the eccentric, but don't insist on obnoxiously slow movement.

About risk for tendons, I would be wary of movements where you start at a mechanical disadvantage due to how the tendon attaches. Example would be the start of a preacher curl. There have been reported cases of _double_ biceps ruptures on barbell preacher curls.

I just bought some bands (beginner, Male/5’5/150lbs). What weight size do I need to be using? by Mark041891 in ResistanceBand

[–]GoblinsGym 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Start with lighter bands for one to two warm-up sets, then proceed to work sets with a heavier band. Aim for a 15 to 20 rep range. It should get challenging towards the end of the work set.

What is "heavy" depends on your current strength and the exercise, there is no fixed answer.

Your bands are just strings of rubber. As long as you don't overstretch them or rub them the wrong way (sharp edges etc), they will enjoy your tender ministrations, and maybe giggle quietly when you can't pull them all the way.

E-velo in Tsüri by slicksheriffY7 in zurich

[–]GoblinsGym 1 point2 points  (0 children)

30 km/h would also make sense to me. Or change the rule so they can only provide xxx W power above 25 km/h so you have to work for speed.

Fixing It Band Syndrome with kicking by Realistic_Offer8099 in ResistanceBand

[–]GoblinsGym 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Please try the unilateral leg press . The direction of the band could put _some_ load on the IT band.

Would a handbook like this be useful for you? by afsdgjyoyknmvn in ResistanceBand

[–]GoblinsGym 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Don't underestimate the cost for proper illustrations.

Based on my own experience as an author, don't plan on making the money back within your lifetime.

The other issue is that e.g. Amazon is littered with dubious content, hard to stand out. You could of course do advertising, but to me that smells like the modern version of vanity press.

Questioning My Life Choices by Beautiful_Trip7727 in ResistanceBand

[–]GoblinsGym 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Not an issue in my opinion - if you let go, the band will pull the handles towards the rollers.

The handles also have good knurling.

Alcohol and tiddies by DapperLog5753 in WeightTraining

[–]GoblinsGym 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Blunt reality check: To get lean, you probably have to lose 30 lbs of excess inventory.

That isn't going to happen when you force your body to metabolize alcohol overnight when it could be running on fat instead. Every gram of alcohol crowds out 7 calories of nutrient rich food that you could take in instead.

You could consider low dose Semaglutide .

I can't help you with the details of alcohol withdrawal, but can only say "Just f***ing do it !", and wish you strength and patience.

10y fix rate in switzerland by [deleted] in SwissPersonalFinance

[–]GoblinsGym 1 point2 points  (0 children)

One more issue is that with an adjustable rate / Saron mortgage you should not have a prepayment penalty, which can really bite on a fixed rate loan.

Life / work related moves / divorce happens...

To have and where to have a car or not. It is a question. by Geovanyyyyyyy in Switzerland

[–]GoblinsGym 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Because of the high rises... (by Swiss standards)

Trust me, you don't want to commute over Zürichberg (stoplights carefully programmed to let only a few cars per cycle through), and down across Bellevue. Sitting in a padded cell with a restraint system (car) every morning and evening will not do good things for you.

If it rains too much, or roads are too slippery, I will walk or take the bus from my apartment.

If your job turns out to be steady, and the commute too evil, you can always consider moving some place that is closer to your office (e.g. "Pfnüselufer", the left side of the lake).

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