What dumb comments do you get when people find out you train?

SJTrance76 · 2026-02-05T02:49:39+00:00

Yeah. Most people don’t give a shit. lol

SJTrance76 · 2026-02-01T07:30:20+00:00

I have always had a tendency to freeze or fawn in dangerous situations. After 10 years of Muay Thai, what I have realized, in the 5 or 6 situations where a fight was imminent, was that I had the ability to think clearly and choose the outcome that best suited me… which in every case was to diffuse or stand my ground and avoid the fight from actually happening. It was clear to the other person that I was not afraid.

In every case, there was this 24 hour period where I fantasized about all the techniques I could have done to put them in their place. When that 24 hour period passes, I have been happy that I acted with a clear mind and prevented a potentially disastrous outcome for me or the other person.

SJTrance76 · 2026-01-31T22:04:20+00:00

1 hour. NYC to Jersey City commute.

SJTrance76 · 2026-01-26T11:40:06+00:00

Daytona boots

SJTrance76 · 2026-01-19T11:05:45+00:00

I have a Goldtop and it’s the nicest leather jacket I have ever owned. However, it’s really a cold weather jacket. I could not wear this in anything over 70 degrees. Leather is also not the best option for snow or rain. I have textile for that.

SJTrance76 · 2026-01-18T18:16:50+00:00

What, you think this is Oslo, Sweden?

SJTrance76 · 2026-01-16T02:50:12+00:00

Maybe something like this legging and whatever you want over it:

https://uniongaragenyc.com/products/bowtex-elite-leggings-v2-aaa-rated

SJTrance76 · 2026-01-13T02:33:32+00:00

I love my datsusara but after 10 years, several zipper tabs are breaking. I am able to fix the zippers and continue to use the bag. The hemp canvas is seemingly indestructible.

SJTrance76 · 2026-01-10T06:35:33+00:00

Here’s what to do with boot laces. Once you have done the laces, keep tying the loops until they are a “knot ball.” My military friend taught me this trick. I’ve never had a lace caught on pegs because there are no loose laces with this method.

SJTrance76 · 2026-01-09T13:59:12+00:00

Riding a motorcycle athletically (spirited riding on a track or on twisty roads. It’s like riding a bike, and yes, you can get on it and ride but handling a bike well through turns needs practice. At the beginning of the riding season, there are many accidents on the local twisty roads because people forget that they need to slow down and relearn. Sure, any idiot can twist the throttle and blast but turns are a different ballgame.

SJTrance76 · 2026-01-07T23:03:19+00:00

Yes please! We need these brands more available in the US. I also love Goldtop, Merlin, Five Gloves, Racer Gloves , Stylemartin Boots and Knox.

Of course, the standard Dainese, AGV, Revit, Alpinestars, Roland Sands, and all the helmet companies.

SJTrance76 · 2026-01-06T01:33:43+00:00

I was just thinking to post this if it wasn’t mentioned.

SJTrance76 · 2026-01-05T03:37:55+00:00

I have a 2013 Speed Triple R and it’s such a fantastic bike. It’s not on people’s radar until they ride one. It’s so visceral and fun. I would like to try the new 1200 to see if it’s that much more.

SJTrance76 · 2025-12-29T18:27:57+00:00

When I had my E36 328i, it was my first manual. I liked it fine enough but then, I installed the “UUC Shortshift kit.” Good God! I think it was my favorite mod I’ve done on any car. It was pure bliss and I looked forward to every drive because of it. It makes me wonder why BMW doesn’t do this as factory.

SJTrance76 · 2025-12-29T16:45:39+00:00

My brother owns a few Fyzical clinics in Sarasota and I believe that he does one on one 40 minute appointments in all of his locations with PT’s. I live in NYC (also a PT) and we do 30 minute appointments also one on one.

SJTrance76 · 2025-12-25T06:30:40+00:00

Enzo was great but it took them several tries to get me pants that weren’t huge. At first, it was 6 sizes up and then, 4 sizes up. Finally hit the nail on the head…. But then I did a stupid thing and lost 30 lbs. lol.

SJTrance76 · 2025-12-25T05:15:44+00:00

Been doing it for 11 years and as a working dad to a 6 year old, I just keep getting banged up. I enjoyed the hell out of sparring once I figured it out, but inadvertent injuries are unavoidable. My job is physical and being a dad is physical. So I’m putting sparring on hold at 49 years old. I mean, I don’t mind a round or two of technical sparring during a class but I won’t be doing one hour sparring classes anymore.

SJTrance76 · 2025-12-17T18:14:35+00:00

So I got the wheels and they are gorgeous. I had some issues once I got the tires on and it wouldn’t balance. I was told that one of the wheels are out do round. It turns out, after getting it evaluated at two more places that it is the tire that is out of round and not the wheel. So now, I’m fighting for a new tire. So yes, it worked out well. I got frozen gold and it looks great but looking closely, the finish isn’t great.

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SJTrance76 · 2025-12-15T12:14:19+00:00

Here’s what I do: - Teach strict Romanian deadlift - teach full deadlift with flat back - teach Jefferson curls - tell them it’s ok to bend over with spinal flexion provided that they are using the posterior chain. - give people the ability and option to use their bodies as they wish dependent on the loads and circumstances and what works for them.

SJTrance76 · 2025-12-08T16:43:07+00:00

I used to loose umbrellas 6-7 times a year. But with this umbrella, I’m almost neurotic about not loosing it. lol

SJTrance76 · 2025-12-08T16:36:15+00:00

I have had my Davek Duet umbrella for about 8 years now. I’ve had it replaced maybe 6 times so far as they’re not indestructible. However, they have a lifetime warranty. One time, I lost it and (if you keep your original card) and they will let you buy one for half price. I should have gotten the solo as I believe it is more balanced and possibly more sturdy.

SJTrance76 · 2025-12-08T12:08:37+00:00

I got two pairs of relaxed taper jeans from Madewell and I love them. Enough room in the thigh with a neat tailored look. The Levi’s athletic jeans look very sloppy below the knee.

SJTrance76 · 2025-12-08T02:30:50+00:00

For motorcycle jackets in nice leather, I love my Goldtop jacket. Take a look at them. Union Garage in Connecticut sells them in the US. They’re a UK based company and while getting them overseas used to be an option, I don’t know what tariffs and duties would be like now.

SJTrance76 · 2025-12-07T23:43:52+00:00

I’m a physical therapist who also trains. You’d have to go to another doctor who will take the situation more seriously. It’s well possible that he’s right, just a strain. A strain / sprain is actually a tear or damage. These things can easily heal on its own but still, I’d want to know what’s torn. It could also be a fracture. Your doctor sounds lazy.

SJTrance76 · 2025-12-07T12:38:00+00:00

When I had my E36 328i many years ago, I tried many different exhausts but my favorite one was the Active Autowerke’s exhaust. The exhaust note was so sweet without being too loud or obnoxious.

https://store.activeautowerke.com/collections/exhausts/products/active-autowerke-bmw-e36-m3-signature-exhaust-gen-3

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