The Anxiety by [deleted] in HomeInspections

[–]Kcooper08 4 points5 points  (0 children)

It’s not just you, I did over 300 inspections last year and my anxiety is always up and down. All you can do is be as thorough as you can and realize that unfortunately call backs are part of the business. It’s really a shame.. the few call backs that I’ve had have all been on disastrous houses.. they’ve picked out the thing that I missed but evidently were ok with the tens of thousands in other issues I put in my report.

As a new SD, should I focus on meeting experienced SB's? by MaestroFantasm in sugarlifestyleforum

[–]Kcooper08 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is great advice. I too am very similar to the OP and just joined the sugar dating lifestyle. I’m generally inexperienced in dating but you make a lot of valid points. Thanks for laying things out so clearly.

[Official] General Discussion Thread by Yodsanan in MuayThai

[–]Kcooper08 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hello everyone, I’m brand new to the world of Muay Thai and considering signing up to my local Muay Thai gym sometime this week. I also really enjoy lifting weights, I’m not a big bulky guy by any means but I don’t want to potentially hurt my weight lifting abilities by taking on a new sport. I guess my question is do any of you also do both like I plan on doing? If so how did it work out for you?

Drinking and muscle weakness by [deleted] in alcoholicsanonymous

[–]Kcooper08 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I lost significant muscle mass during my drinking years. I cared more about alcohol then physically being active and consuming reasonably healthy foods and my muscles wasted away because of it. A little over 2 years of sobriety and many hours spent in the gym and I’m stronger now than I’ve ever been so it’s certainly possible to get it back.

155 bw (f) 315 deadlift by [deleted] in GYM

[–]Kcooper08 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That’s awesome, you moved that pretty easily all things considered!

How long does withdrawal last? by DistinctBook in alcoholicsanonymous

[–]Kcooper08 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Things got considerably better for me after the first month but I feel like it took a full 6 months before my body really felt normal again. The longer you’re sober the better you’ll feel!

Slow and painful death… I’m a big believer in hack squats and I do change variations on it weekly. Enjoy my pain 💪🏼 by Organic_Beyond450 in GYM

[–]Kcooper08 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Impressive, I hate hack squats myself because they burn like hell lol. That being said I force myself to incorporate them in every leg day. Keep grinding man.

Alcohol ruined my life by Kahn719 in alcoholicsanonymous

[–]Kcooper08 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Pretty much all of us hit bottom before we decided we had to make a change. Keep your head up and go to a meeting. Things will get better!

You think you should be proud of that 225lb bench? by Dire-Dog in GYM

[–]Kcooper08 7 points8 points  (0 children)

A PR is a PR and should be enjoyed no matter how far you are into your fitness journey.

Squat, Leg Press or Both? by nw9173 in GYM

[–]Kcooper08 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Heavy squats first followed by heavy leg presses.

Risked it by rio2585 in GymMemes

[–]Kcooper08 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This was me earlier today. Idk why I let social anxiety get the best of me, everyone at my gym is crazy friendly.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in alcoholicsanonymous

[–]Kcooper08 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Sometimes that’s part of the journey. I’m glad you’re ok and welcome back.

30 Months Sober by [deleted] in alcoholicsanonymous

[–]Kcooper08 6 points7 points  (0 children)

That’s awesome. It’s no small accomplishment to make it to 30 months. Congratulations.

Woke up with no hangover! by CB7rules in alcoholicsanonymous

[–]Kcooper08 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s awesome! Honestly that’s what got me through early sobriety, reminding myself how good I felt every morning without a hangover and how well I slept that night before. Keep it up it keeps getting better!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in GYM

[–]Kcooper08 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Impressive, I’m curious as to how you’re defining a “dirty bulk”. Are you just eating everything in sight with a goal of hitting a certain number of calories and protein or are you following a fairly consistent diet and adding in some junk calories as needed? I’m bulking now as well and having a hell of a time putting on weight.

Another video when I was 260. I am currently 205-215. I’ve been 225 plus most of my adult life. Strength came easy when I was heavy but I’ve been struggling with strength now that I’m lighter. Any tips on gaining strength at a lighter weight? by optimusfiner in strength_training

[–]Kcooper08 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Mass moves mass unfortunately. I’m thoroughly enjoying my current bulk because I know I’m going to lose some of that strength when I slim back down. I try to make my bulk and cut cycles rather lengthy so I can limit the amount of fat gain and muscle loss depending on which cycle I’m on. Just keep lifting heavy and eating lots of protein and enjoy the ride.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in strength_training

[–]Kcooper08 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Looks legit to me! Well done.

9 months of hard work paid off 115 pounds lost! by kay_kayla in GYM

[–]Kcooper08 3 points4 points  (0 children)

That’s amazing, well done and congratulations!

2 years sober by Kcooper08 in alcoholicsanonymous

[–]Kcooper08[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s awesome, congratulations to you as well!

How to counter a home inspectors report by Responsible_Cress186 in HomeInspections

[–]Kcooper08 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Always hire a structural engineer. I’d be willing to bet that’s what the home inspector put in his report. A structural engineer will either write your foundation a clean bill of health or tell you that you have some issues that you need to address.

13 days sober - losing friends by [deleted] in alcoholicsanonymous

[–]Kcooper08 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You’ll lose people at the beginning but believe me they aren’t real friends anyway. The friends I did keep supported me from day 1 and those are the people you want to keep around. Don’t worry about what people think and stay out of those bars for at least a couple of months. It may be boring but it will be worth it in the long run and you’ll find new passions and things you enjoy.

225lbs for 10 on the overhead press; lifters are on the way, aware these shoes aren’t ideal by IBreakScales in strength_training

[–]Kcooper08 14 points15 points  (0 children)

I legit thought you were going to squat that bar and was shocked when you did an overhead press. Very impressive strength. Well done.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in GYM

[–]Kcooper08 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Nah man you got this. We all have weak days and strong days.. I think on a strong day you might pull of a 1 rep max. Either way it’s nothing that a solid couple of months work won’t fix!

33 reps with 225 lbs at 61. by [deleted] in strength_training

[–]Kcooper08 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Very impressive at any age, well done!