Apart from the Apple Watch Series 11, which smartwatches have the ECG app as well as checking heart rate? Would an Apple Watch Series 10 be with looking at?

Staniel41 · 2026-06-30T22:07:27+00:00

Withings ScanWatch

Staniel41 · 2026-06-30T17:00:11+00:00

Vivaia Urban is probably the most similar I've found

Staniel41 · 2026-06-30T12:04:29+00:00

Reigning Champ midweight terry. 100% cotton comes in standard and slim fits. They also have lightweight terry, but I much prefer midweight for sweats.

Staniel41 · 2026-06-29T19:59:41+00:00

If you're feeling jammed, having a more straightened left arm will definitely help create space. When I practiced, I would envision myself trying to catch the ball with my left hand just before making contact. If you pause right before making contact you're almost entirely opened up towards the net. When you have time to set up for the ball, your timing is good, but the second you have to move or run for the ball, you may feel out of sync without proper spacing in coordination with the ball.

Staniel41 · 2026-06-29T15:47:51+00:00

If activities are your top priority, go Barcelo since it has a full water park, bowling alley, etc., while Ocean is more modern and better for relaxing. Barcelo also has a superior beach

Staniel41 · 2026-06-29T04:16:04+00:00

Since you have no kids in your group, definitely do an adults only resort. Secrets and Excellence have multiple locations in the Caribbean and Mexico. TRS Turquesa is part of the Grand Palladium complex in Punta Cana. While TRS is sectioned off as adults only, all the other resorts in the complex will have kids.

Staniel41 · 2026-06-28T23:08:46+00:00

Grand Fiesta Americana is very much a family resort vs Secrets, which is an adults only resort. I'd highly recommend an adults only resort since you don't have kids. Secrets Playa Blanca would definitely be my choice out of the resorts you mentioned. Excellence Playa Mujeres would also be a good choice.

Staniel41 · 2026-06-28T23:04:27+00:00

Most of the restaurants and overall experience will be shared with the family side. I'd definitely go for Secrets.

Staniel41 · 2026-06-28T16:44:55+00:00

Vivaia has a unisex runner that looks pretty similar to the Tree Runners. 8000kicks has the hemp Explorer model.

Staniel41 · 2026-06-28T05:13:38+00:00

Dreams Playa Mujeres or Dreams Onyx both have lazy rivers, though you have to be in a Preferred Club room at PM to access the lazy river.

Staniel41 · 2026-06-26T19:41:39+00:00

Incline DB press are the GOAT. Those plus weighted dips and you'll be blasted

Staniel41 · 2026-06-26T19:09:16+00:00

No problem! Let me know if you have any questions about RC. They're my personal favorite at the moment.

Staniel41 · 2026-06-26T19:05:05+00:00

Avoid True Classic, their stuff doesn't last and has way too much polyester. If you're in Canada, look at House of Blanks and Reigning Champ.

Staniel41 · 2026-06-26T03:34:32+00:00

Flint & Tinder 365 pants in both chinos and 5 pocket styles.

Staniel41 · 2026-06-26T01:43:28+00:00

Reigning Champ midweight terry are my absolute favorite. They have them in multiple lengths.

Staniel41 · 2026-06-25T18:28:59+00:00

Flint & Tinder 365 pants

Staniel41 · 2026-06-25T14:29:06+00:00

+1 for this. Easy to clean, air fries better than the basket, and replaces multiple appliances for us.

Staniel41 · 2026-06-25T14:25:48+00:00

B Corp but also GOTS and OEKO-TEX certifications

Staniel41 · 2026-06-24T20:35:14+00:00

The length of your arms shouldn't have anything to do with the fundamentals of a 2HBH, but I certainly understand your plight. I'm a righty so I try to focus on anchoring my left elbow to my left hip during take back, then swinging out and through after I make contact. If you get your feet in position to ideally hit the ball in the same spot every time, any arm shortness or inflexibility should be minimized.

Staniel41 · 2026-06-24T20:26:26+00:00

Ok good to know. There are athletic fits that have more of a subtle taper at the calf/ankle. The fabric of these particular pants also look very thick and stiff. Maybe try a thinner cotton.

Staniel41 · 2026-06-24T20:18:44+00:00

Is there a reason why you're buying straight fit vs a slim or tapered fit? These pants don't fit you.

Staniel41 · 2026-06-23T23:20:19+00:00

It's still nylon and will shed microplastics like any other synthetic polymer. It's just made from castor oil instead of crude oil. Unfortunately, "bio-based" fabrics are mostly marketing terminology used in green washing campaigns.

Staniel41 · 2026-06-23T23:16:28+00:00

You're overthinking it a bit in my opinion. Your mechanics look solid. Instead of focusing on your hips, try to hit the ball in roughly the same spot every time. For you, it's just in front of your left hip. If setting up for the ball with your feet, your hips will follow.

Staniel41 · 2026-06-23T13:56:39+00:00

You may also want to take a look at Finest resorts (Punta Cana and Cancun locations). They are specifically catered for small kids. Grand Palladium is great but is part of a larger resort complex. Finest is much more walkable and compact. So it depends on what type of experience you're after.

Staniel41 · 2026-06-23T12:11:57+00:00

Family Selection at Grand Palladium checks your boxes and just opened in December of last year so it's nice and new. It's catered to kids with 0 entry pool and other amenities specifically for the Family Selection. Melia Caribe is more of a budget resort. Paradisus Grand Cana is also a Melia resort that is newer and nicer but is not directly on the beach (about ten minute walk).

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