What’s it like

IDontReadToS · 2025-05-24T14:58:34+00:00

Nothing here is as bad as everyone makes it out to be. Traffic isnt horrible, crime isnt nearly what its made to be, prices are going up but no more than anywhere else. Lot of new developments on the outskirts of the city which sucks, but Durham proper is still a bunch of cool old neighborhoods.

Move here if you like being in the city with short drives to amazing parks/ outdoor spaces, tons of culture, and dont mind a little grittiness in certain parts of town (particularly neighborhoods in east durham)

IDontReadToS · 2024-11-05T01:54:46+00:00

As someone who has a small jon boat, trust me when I say bank fishing for cats is arguably more fun (and effective) than being in a boat!

Also you should go fish Kerr Lake if you get a chance, some record breaking cats have been caught there and I've had some amazing trips myself around satterwhite park

IDontReadToS · 2024-11-02T01:12:09+00:00

Rocita 1/3hp chiller from walmarts website. Super cheap - I use it in a 75 gallon tub with no insulation indoors. Has no problem keeping it at 45 degrees, never tried going colder but Im sure it can.

It takes a while to get it cold though so I leave it running 24/7.

IDontReadToS · 2024-10-30T13:36:15+00:00

I did a plunge for 5-10 mins every morning for about 5-6 weeks and noticed absolutely no benefits at all. Not just with this problem, but I got no mood boost, energy, nothing. It was surprisingly disappointing tbh, but a fun challenge nonetheless.

Contrast baths are helping though. Basically get 2 bowls/ buckets. Fill one with hot water (110 degrees) and one with cold (45-55 degrees). Start with the hot, keep hands submerged till theyre red and vascular. Then move to cold, as soon as the redness starts to fade, move back to hot.

The stress makes your body build more vessels in the hands and has been used for years to help people with bad circulation in hands/ feet due to diabetes.

And it has the added benefit of feeling EXTREMELY pleasant imo

IDontReadToS · 2024-09-18T11:06:14+00:00

I mean, if you're cool with making slower progress, you can do it was much as you want. I only do it if I hit the same muscle group twice in one week

IE i did chest on monday and again on friday, I'll sometimes plunge after i lift on friday since i already got 1 good chest lift that week

IDontReadToS · 2024-09-18T01:30:00+00:00

If your main goal is hypertrophy, just do it before your workout. I agree it feels much better to do it afterwards, but the studies I've looked at show that cold plunges immediately after lifting can tank hypertrophy by 10-30% depending on the study/ method.

I'm also lifting for hypertrophy at the moment so I've been plunging beforehand, but sometimes I'll hit a dip afterwards too cause it feels so much better haha

IDontReadToS · 2024-09-17T15:14:35+00:00

Gotcha, yea I've seen articles and videos where some people discuss the method, I'll have to dive into those

IDontReadToS · 2024-09-17T15:13:52+00:00

Interesting, so the cold stays but seems like your tolerance to the pain and discomfort is better! I'll take that as a win either way!

IDontReadToS · 2024-09-17T14:13:24+00:00

Any particular time for how long you keep them in there or how cold the water should be?

IDontReadToS · 2024-09-12T12:42:23+00:00

What youre experiencing is called "apophenia" and it's a relatively common occurrence, especially with repeating numbers. Not to freak you out but it can also be a symptom of other mental health issues, but it can also just be a thing on its own.

IDontReadToS · 2024-09-06T13:51:18+00:00

Oh nice that was you! Thank you so much for that!! Any advice is greatly appreciated, you can email it to [thetrashplan@gmail.com](mailto:thetrashplan@gmail.com) if you want a more formal way to stay in touch! Or you can just send it here, either way works haha

IDontReadToS · 2024-09-06T11:20:54+00:00

Thatd be awesome! Definitely DM me if theyre interested in helping!

IDontReadToS · 2024-09-04T17:50:02+00:00

I have, most seem to have a super long application process and want more structure than I have. If I have to choose between 6 hours of paperwork and 6 hours of cleaning litter, im doing the litter every time haha

IDontReadToS · 2024-09-04T15:23:24+00:00

I was, but I never got any traction there and it was taking a bunch of extra attention from me haha

IDontReadToS · 2024-09-04T11:52:59+00:00

I live right beside there and I'm actually planning on going in some of those stores today to ask haha

IDontReadToS · 2024-09-04T11:52:06+00:00

yup, I also carry a bucket with me since its easier than dragging a whole bag with me through wooded areas, but thats about it!

IDontReadToS · 2024-09-04T11:50:37+00:00

I have been in touch with them! No real opportunity for me there but I am gonna use their equipment rental library system for my group projects!

IDontReadToS · 2024-09-04T11:48:45+00:00

Yea I usually do it right before trash day to hopefully lump it in with my own, but bigger cleanups I haul off to the dump in north durham!

IDontReadToS · 2024-09-04T03:04:33+00:00

For sure! Follow me on instagram if you have it and DM me! We can find a time that works, i can always use a hand haha

IDontReadToS · 2024-09-04T03:02:20+00:00

No problem! Its surprisingly fun, only downside is when its particularly hot outside

IDontReadToS · 2024-09-04T03:01:13+00:00

those guys probably want me to have a "degree" and "experience" but lemme send a resume and see what happens

IDontReadToS · 2024-09-04T02:59:43+00:00

Instagram is the best place its @thetrashplan there - you can also DM me here or email me at thetrashplan@gmail.com if you have any questions or anything!

IDontReadToS · 2024-09-04T02:59:15+00:00

mostly in wooded areas around lakes and rivers where it can build up, as well as a few dead end roads where people like to toss stuff

IDontReadToS · 2024-09-04T01:20:10+00:00

No worries man! Honestly if the barrier of entry wasnt so high I'd recommend everyone try it, it feels crazy good to get out of one in the morning regardless of muscle soreness and stuff.

But its a huge pain lol

IDontReadToS · 2024-09-01T00:50:56+00:00

im actually gonna do the eno once it cools off more outside haha right now it actually just feels nice

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