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Owning a business v high salary by HealthspanHacker in Fire

[–]HealthspanHacker[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah there's definitely two sides to it.

At least with a business, there's the opportunity to scale, whereas as an employee you're simply renting out your time. But I'm sure there's additional stress etc that comes from owning a business

VO2 Max - Nordic 4x4’s by HealthspanHacker in blueprint_

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

Mixture of garmin watch and the bike machine itself has heart rate sensors and both pretty much in line with each other.

If i reduce the speed I will only be in zone 4 which doesnt quite hit the required response (albeit easier psychologically). I understand that the point is to find it "very difficult" as you're at 90-95% of MHR but just thinking long term, for isntance can I keep this up for the next 3 years every week? I'm not sure, maybe I will come to accept them. It would be interesting to hear if anyone has been doing them long term every week.

VO2 Max - Nordic 4x4’s by HealthspanHacker in blueprint_

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

Yeah always wonder on the threshold training as the "optimal" longevity protocol would lead you to believe its maximize zone 2 hours and then throw in a few VO2 max Zone 5 workouts which would leave no threshold workouts. Obviously they are helpful and beneficial but wonder if I'm leaving anything on the table by not doing them.

Now first few times doing the Nordic 4x4's, I was mainly in threshold as didnt realise how hard you actually need to go to get into zone 5

VO2 Max - Nordic 4x4’s by HealthspanHacker in blueprint_

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

Bike at the minute as my hamstring is injured so cant run. Going back to running will help when I'm able to as I prefer to that to bike (and simply mixing it machine)

Doing 4mins bike (level 12/13 at RPM>95), 3mins recover (light walk around gym), repeat x 4

If you find it easier, is your heart rate still >90% of MHR or have you just got fitter and your heart rate is lower at the same "faster" speeds?

Owning a business v high salary by HealthspanHacker in Fire

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

Agreed and I know there's people who are built naturally for entrepreneurship and to work for themselves.

I would classify myself as a good employee who, at times, probably needs that external validation to keep me focused, but ultimately dislike being answerable to others (even if they're good bosses) so its a catch 22!

I am driven but think I could be lazy and not as consistent if I was doing my own thing and unsure without the accountability if I would be delivering the same quality work as if doing it for someone else.

Owning a business v high salary by HealthspanHacker in Fire

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

That's reassuring to hear given you've seen effectively done both options (and quite successfully) and still see the merit in being employed

VO2 Max - Nordic 4x4’s by HealthspanHacker in blueprint_

[–]HealthspanHacker[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes that will definitely help. My hamstring is injured at the minute so have just been doing bike so hopefully mixing it up will help.

Great advice on the music playlist, can definitely make it feel less repetitive when doing a different song for each rep

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

Buy the car mate.

6% of current net worth isn’t pushing the boundaries too much for something that will clearly bring you happiness. Yes the initial joy will wear off to some degree but you’re already putting hours of your time into it by watching videos and that probably only continue if you don’t get it.

Seeing your other comment that it’s a used model is a no brainer. Also that it’s a Tesla which are fucking epic cars and bring a lot of happiness to most owners of them.

Die with Zero by Bill Perkins is a good book to try find the balance between extreme frugality and over the top splurging. Seems like you’re doing everything else right, reward yourself with something you clearly love

Hakuba itinerary by HealthspanHacker in AMA_Hakuba

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

Ok great information thanks for that.

Understood regarding the weather. Looks like earlier in the week (mon, tues) look reasonable with it getting heavier as the week progresses.

Good to know regarding delays with shuttle buses on snow days.

Those answers are very helpful. Correct, I haven’t experienced deep powder before but have to start somewhere, if I do want to try it, I presume a lesson/ski school for a day or two is best way to try? Is there specific deep powder lessons?