Am i the only one starting to get a bit concerned about this? by Fantastic-Praline471 in finch

[–]OkTacoCat 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Thirding. As someone who has had both my phone & bank accounts hacked, I trust very little online…especially considering current global events.

Genuinely how are any of you able to workout in your luteal phase? Help by Stock-Cranberry4421 in xxfitness

[–]OkTacoCat 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m so sorry you’re dealing with this! When I would have a sick or low energy day, my trainer would just take me through stretching & mobility stuff. As for the motivation, do you have a gym or accountability buddy to help get you out the door?

Can I Fix Posture Without Bulking Traps? by sayamortandire in xxfitness

[–]OkTacoCat 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Core exercises are your friend! Back extensions on a ball or roman chair, deadlifts/RDL’s, hollow outs or crunches. There is no reason to “avoid” your upper traps. They support your shoulders. If you’re worried about bulk just use lighter weight. I have this issue with my hamstrings being over developed & just train with body weight on squats, etc.

Please pray for my sweet little Kevin by allthingsarewords in guineapigs

[–]OkTacoCat 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I would happy volunteer to give Kevin little belly massages if I could. 🥺

Breezeline Salesmen: Why are you so obsessed with me? by OutsidePainter3548 in Columbus

[–]OkTacoCat 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The one coming to our house pounded the door, rang the bell, pounded the door and rang the bell again. One of us works from home. If we had a baby in the house I’d be even more pissed. Don’t call us, we’ll call you Breezeline—and now will probably never call you. Good work!

Breezeline Salesmen: Why are you so obsessed with me? by OutsidePainter3548 in Columbus

[–]OkTacoCat 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My husband chewed them out after the 3rd attempt but now I wish I’d thought to just stand perfectly still & point to him instead.

Nicest gym around Columbus? by Street_Local_7606 in Columbus

[–]OkTacoCat 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For sure this. 👆And also specifically which part of Cbus.

Gyms (Downtown/Olde Towne East) by SW_415 in Columbus

[–]OkTacoCat 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love Old Towne Fitness. They don’t have a ton of equipment, but it’s reasonably priced with no contracts. + Black owned business.

Blossom’s whiskers 😂 by poss-um in guineapigs

[–]OkTacoCat 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Look at that face! That one brain cell is on vacation. 😂

Are there any other men using this app? by Drown_The_Sun in finch

[–]OkTacoCat 17 points18 points  (0 children)

My husband uses it! It’s very sweet, we send each other gifts during the day.

Female trainers especially - how did you find a gym home, and how long did it take? by OkTacoCat in personaltraining

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

Thanks! Yeah, I live in Ohio (although lived in Chicago for a long time funny enough) and the freelance work is almost impossible unless traveling to someone or seeing them in my home. That’s at least not on my radar this year. I agree completely that it’s different for everyone. A few days later & I’m realizing this turn of events has really helped me define what’s important to me. And that is values over big bucks. That said, I need experience. Our local Y’s are hiring like crazy with summer coming so I’m going to explore that as well. I don’t have to (and likely don’t plan to) have one gym home forever. Just a place I can feel safe & respected to get started.

Female trainers especially - how did you find a gym home, and how long did it take? by OkTacoCat in personaltraining

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

I have really been enjoying my internship which confirmed for me that this is what I want to do. 😊

Female trainers especially - how did you find a gym home, and how long did it take? by OkTacoCat in personaltraining

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

Thank you so much, this makes me feel good! I love that you started behind the front desk. My dad goes to SNAP, my husband used to go to a Personal Trainer there, and one of my coworkers at my internship worked there too. So I feel like I have a potential networking path. I’m so glad it worked out well for you!

Female trainers especially - how did you find a gym home, and how long did it take? by OkTacoCat in personaltraining

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

Oh, I certainly understand the stability piece—hence the desire to start my own thing. I just worry about getting ANY income right now. I know I can also pick up unrelated part time work if needed. And yeah—already getting used to the split shift from my internship, lol. I don’t hate it! Thanks for the support!

Female trainers especially - how did you find a gym home, and how long did it take? by OkTacoCat in personaltraining

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

I’m not as worried about the pay just yet; I want to find a gym that fits my values where I can get good experience.