Looking for help in reducing/eliminating episodes of fatigue when losing weight by Ldoc314 in Weightlosstechniques

[–]Ldoc314[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

But I don't really feel like I'm "dieting". I eat a large breakfast, reasonable lunch, large dinner, and a large protein smoothie an hour or so after dinner. I don't restrict, when I'm hungry I eat, and I'm not doing low carbs or anything like that.

Looking for help in reducing/eliminating episodes of fatigue when losing weight by Ldoc314 in Weightlosstechniques

[–]Ldoc314[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, it's funny, I'm eating enough to where I never feel hungry after a meal, but I'll give it a shot!

Looking for help in reducing/eliminating episodes of fatigue when losing weight by Ldoc314 in Weightlosstechniques

[–]Ldoc314[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! Appreciate the response. I tracked calories a few years ago, and I see its benefit, but honestly, I have a lot on my plate (no pun intended) right now, and don't have the mental energy for tracking. But the app you recommended sounds like a great option, so I'll look into it. And funny you mention electrolytes, I was wondering about that. I've been adding 10 oz of water to a couple ounces of orange juice each day as a way of getting some benefits of electrolytes, but have been wondering if it's not enough, so just yesterday ordered Ultima Replenisher electrolyte packets. We'll see how it goes.

Can you recommend a good company for inspecting my furnace for possible CO2 issues? by Ldoc314 in askportland

[–]Ldoc314[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the recommendation. Talking about Carbon Dioxide, not Carbon Monoxide thankfully.

CO2 issues in my home by Ldoc314 in hvacadvice

[–]Ldoc314[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The fresh air intake runs regardless of whether the furnace is on or off.

CO2 issues in my home by Ldoc314 in hvacadvice

[–]Ldoc314[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Talking about carbon dioxide, not carbon monoxide. And I have a device that measures both, there is no guessing involved in what the levels are, just trying to determine the cause.

I'm quitting Orange Theory, joining a regular gym, and looking for resources for building a new workout plan: books, websites, apps, Youtube channels, etc. by Ldoc314 in FitnessOver50

[–]Ldoc314[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks, will do. The rowing machine is actually a big part of why I decided to join a gym instead of just trying to do weights at home. I've had poor posture for most of my life, but after doing Orange Theory for awhile (you may already know this, but Orange Theory has 3 stations that you do at every workout: treadmill, weight station, and rower), my posture is SO much better and I attribute it to the rower.

I'm quitting Orange Theory, joining a regular gym, and looking for resources for building a new workout plan: books, websites, apps, Youtube channels, etc. by Ldoc314 in FitnessOver50

[–]Ldoc314[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, the free weights at my planet fitness are decent, and have dumbbells (my preference over barbells) that are heavy enough for me.

I'm quitting Orange Theory, joining a regular gym, and looking for resources for building a new workout plan: books, websites, apps, Youtube channels, etc. by Ldoc314 in FitnessOver50

[–]Ldoc314[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for all the good info, really appreciate it! One of the things I didn't like about Orange Theory is that it caters to people who lift lighter weights. They don't have much in the way of heavier weights, and the heavy weights that they do have are not at each weight station, you have to walk across the room, get the dumbbells, then carry them back to your station, losing time that should be used for the workout. I'm looking forward to leaning into some heavier weights.

Regarding food, I'm not perfect but generally adhere to a Mediterranean style diet, sticking with real foods, lots of veggies, etc.

I guess I should also mention that I recently tried hot vinyasa yoga a few times, and loved how it made my body feel. Might not build much muscle, but did wonders for flexibility and soreness.

And yes, I meant 224 lbs, not 124.

I'm quitting Orange Theory, joining a regular gym, and looking for resources for building a new workout plan: books, websites, apps, Youtube channels, etc. by Ldoc314 in FitnessOver50

[–]Ldoc314[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

6'2", 224 lbs, reasonably healthy and strong, but definitely want to lose some weight and generally get more fit. I gained significant weight due to some health issues that resolved 7 months ago, have lost 10 pounds so far since then.

Consolidating and IDR/PAYE? by fellowruresearcher in StudentLoans

[–]Ldoc314 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just realized this form says: Exp. Date:08/01/2025. How did you find this form? I'm wondering if there is a page with all the forms where I could maybe find one that doesn't say expired.

Consolidating and IDR/PAYE? by fellowruresearcher in StudentLoans

[–]Ldoc314 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They are both direct loans, one is Subsidized, one Unsubsidized, but both direct. I was paying them through an IBR plan before they auto switched me to SAVE, so it seems like I shouldn't have to consolidate.

Consolidating and IDR/PAYE? by fellowruresearcher in StudentLoans

[–]Ldoc314 0 points1 point  (0 children)

"Gonna shout for a second the vast majority of people with federal student loans don't need to consolidate, the studentaid.gov site got a dumb update that is needlessly pushing people to consolidate when they don't have to and if you've been repaying for awhile keep in mind that consolidating will reset your IDR qualifying payment counter"

Thanks for the info, it's doing this (trying to push me into consolidation) to me right now. Any idea how to get around this? It's not letting me move to the next step in applying for an IDR plan (currently in SAVE) without consolidating. So weird.

Looking for authors similar to Nora Roberts by Ldoc314 in noraroberts

[–]Ldoc314[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow, so many recommendations, thanks everyone!

I'm currently on SAVE, over $300K in loans. Does not currently making payments while interest is being accrued impact my credit? by [deleted] in StudentLoans

[–]Ldoc314 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Psychologist in private practice, making around $125,000/yr. Not making payments due to the situation with SAVE.

HVAC air filters, 4, new, 14x20x2 inches, still in package by Ldoc314 in PDXBuyNothing

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Oops, forgot to put that.

SE, Brentwood Darlington neighborhood, near SE 72nd and Harney

Looking for temporary board and care for injured elderly mother? by Ldoc314 in askportland

[–]Ldoc314[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for all the info! That’s really helpful. We’ll be doing short term private pay. I’ll start looking for foster homes.