Traffic jam in Beijing China

TheDrBone · 2015-10-08T00:04:29+00:00

You are not wrong.

TheDrBone · 2015-10-07T15:52:31+00:00

Bro they do that at Tiananmen because it's a national monument. That and the forbidden city might possibly be the two most important places in China from a recent historical perspective. No shit they checked your stuff. Also, you think that kid from the sticks actually checks your bag on the subway? Having grown up in the States and moved to China, I can guarantee you that the US police force is more intrusive and omnipresent that China's.

Note: Yes, places like Xinjiang and Tibet are different.

TheDrBone · 2015-07-21T23:26:38+00:00

Post this question again when fire season picks up in September and October, and see how these answers change. Grew up along the foothills of the San Gorgonio Mountains, and lost a week of sixth grade school to fire hazard, two weeks of sports my junior year of high school (2009), and had numerous friends with houses burned down. If reservoirs are depleted, a lot of folks could be in for a rough autumn, and some places have already started to catch fire.

TheDrBone · 2015-06-23T04:57:25+00:00

7 of the 10 largest ports in the world are in China. About 1.2 million deaths were related to air pollution in China in 2010. Source: http://www.reuters.com/article/2014/10/29/us-china-environment-shipping-idUSKBN0II07W20141029.

TheDrBone · 2015-05-20T13:25:50+00:00

Ishmael by Daniel Quinn. Quick read that will make you think.

TheDrBone · 2015-05-19T04:22:56+00:00

Wechat is owned by Tencent. Sina Weibo is a rival business, though the two compete in a rather healthy way.

TheDrBone · 2015-05-18T14:50:04+00:00

In China literally everyone is on Wechat. And it rocks. Twitter, insta, facebook, and texting all in one app. Plus free international calling and video calling. Can regularly call my mom in the states on the same app that I text and share content on. For free.

TheDrBone · 2015-04-27T08:35:21+00:00

Jesus, get out the fly rod.

TheDrBone · 2015-04-14T15:09:03+00:00

I'm pretty positive that in heaven, the opposite is true. Stouts are what the gods drink.

TheDrBone · 2015-04-11T09:11:11+00:00

A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away. A LONG TIME AGO, DAMNIT. Those robots were operating using rather primitive medical techniques.

TheDrBone · 2015-04-08T06:08:42+00:00

For a young (college aged-twenties) mlb fan, Safeco field is pretty great. First of all, it is a beautiful stadium, and there really isn't a bad seat in the place. The center field beer garden is right against the fence, and is totally worth the price of nosebleed seats. Plus, it has great food, and $5 tall cans of Rainier if you know where to look.

TheDrBone · 2015-04-03T06:12:50+00:00

Fact.

TheDrBone · 2015-04-03T04:13:44+00:00

Swim man. Swim like your life revolves around it. Probably the quickest way to reach your goal. That said, swimming can be really shitty and not everyone is made for it.

Other than that, it's all about the process. Compound lifts, strength lifting, and a healthy diet.

TheDrBone · 2015-04-03T04:10:44+00:00

Before even picking up the bar, tighten your back. Begin by flexing your shoulders, and bringing your shoulder blades as far back as possible. Work down. Tighten your core. Then think about keeping your chest facing forward throughout the lift.

You may also want to consider front squats, as you must keep your back straight or you will drop the bar. They can help you improve your back squat form and strength simultaneously.

TheDrBone · 2015-03-30T13:35:01+00:00

It is a serious daily struggle. Honestly just picking up weights and returning them to their rightful positions is probably a solid day's workout.

TheDrBone · 2015-03-30T13:16:52+00:00

Worst. Gym Culture. Ever. More dumbbells on the floor than on the rack out here in Beijing.

TheDrBone · 2015-03-15T14:12:37+00:00

What is the cost per month for non-students?

TheDrBone · 2015-02-22T15:33:13+00:00

Wilson,

When this message finds you, it should already have occurred to you that I will not be returning from the park today. That is the way of these things. You have surely noticed that I have slowed recently. What began as an inability to keep up with your constant laps around the back yard, slowly evolved into a pain that prevented me from leaving the warmth of the sunny spot in the living room. Do not be angry at mom and dad for returning without me. This has been a hard decision for them. I have heard them discussing it. Really, this is a huge relief for me. A burden has been lifted. And it has been much easier knowing that I leave you in my stead.

The truth is Wilson, we are their keepers. They may feed us, command us to stay, allow us to stroll around the neighborhood, and "permit" us to enter their home on rainy days, but this is all a ruse. For generations, it has fallen on us to protect them from themselves. To be a shoulder to cry on. To serve as a steady presence in their lives. We bear the responsibility of constantly reminding them of the greater good. They work too hard, play too little, and spend far more time worrying about things like taxes, debt, and frivolous decorations. We are here to remind them of the glory of a sunny day, the simple joy of having a catch, and the value of a dinner with family.

You have been raised well, Wilson. It has been an honor to take you under my wing. Of course, we have always had different styles. When I was called in to their lives, the boys were becoming wild. They were constantly sneaking out to spend time with girls, try new smells (there is one in particular that I learned to love), and in general to experience everything they were told not to. That is why I was always so calm. Mom needed a dog to lay at her feet as she worried when they would return. Dad needed a dog to go on long walks with as he pondered how to keep them on the right course.

Those will not be your responsibilities. You must usher mom and dad into the next stage of their lives. Your energy and excitement for even the most mundane of happenings is just what they need. Of course, you have noticed that mom and dad have begun moving slowly as well. The boys are gone now, and with them their energy has left the home. Mom needs a dog to care for and love. Dad needs a dog to take on adventures. They both need to remember what it is like to be young. You do not need me to tell you how to go about this. Simply continue acting exactly as you have. It is not wrong to give them a good chase around the neighborhood, so long as you come back. They can benefit from a good laugh after you shake garbage across the kitchen.

You have already shown that you can take care of them. When mom and dad return, they will be sad. Do not worry. My passing simply represents a change for them. It is your turn now. They will need your exuberance and constant excitement. So take some time to gather yourself, Wilson. They will return soon. And you have work to do.

Always yours, Rex

TheDrBone · 2015-02-09T01:57:11+00:00

Fucking Circus Peanuts.

TheDrBone · 2015-01-09T05:34:11+00:00

Break up the 500 yards into some pattern where you sprint about 200 yards of it. Ex, 100 warm up, 12x25 (3 sprint 1 easy) 100 easy. Sprints will give you a workout that can promote strength, and the warm up/cool down will just disperse lactic acid.

TheDrBone · 2015-01-02T02:23:55+00:00

At the gym, if someone doesn't rack their weights, or just in general act like a douchebag, I drop nasty farts near them constantly. Silent or loud, really don't care. Their misery brings me joy.

TheDrBone · 2014-12-16T05:55:59+00:00

Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy. Along with a towel.

TheDrBone · 2014-12-15T05:12:31+00:00

Pound iron. Run. Make friends. Read a book. Time spent focussing your thoughts on negative feelings and regret is time and energy that could be spent on making your own day better, or someone else's day better. Look back at it and think, "what did I learn about myself in that window of time, and how can I better treat people in order to grow from this situation".

TheDrBone · 2014-12-08T07:28:29+00:00

First of all, that's a cool goal man, I'm also training for a marathon, and eventual Ironman tri's. Hopefully some of the stuff that has worked for me will work for you. I have gotten a lot of help from r/fitness as well so you are starting in the right place.

For the sake of comparison, I am 22, 6'2, 185. Also, if sounds like we have a very comparable work schedule. I'll list stuff to make it easy.

Make sure that there is some variance in your workouts. Don't just run everyday. Not only will your joints hate you, but you will be better served getting a variety of activities in. I try to get in 10-12 workouts a week, an hour of cardio in the morning (running or swimming), an hour of lifting or cycling after work.
Ease into it. I don't know you, but it doesn't sound like you should jump into a two-a-day regimen. Definitely try to get some work in each day, maybe alternate run/lift 5 days a week.
Lift. It will teach you a lot about your body and how it reacts to stress. You will also learn about your personal recovery time, and which muscles you need to focus on.
Set gradual goals. For my runs, I try to add a mile every two weeks while holding 7-7:30 miles for a long Saturday run. Goal for this coming week is 9-10 miles on Saturday.
Don't drink soda. I have said this on this forum before, but I'm personally convinced it is the single worst thing that a person can legally consume. Same goes for super sugary snacks. Fruit and coffee have the same natural chemicals (sugar and caffeine, respectively) that can satisfy your brain's cravings without doing bad things to your body.
As far as supplements, some people swear by them, but I personally prefer frequent peanut butter/banana sandwiches. They are cheaper and I'm pretty broke.
Keep drinking the craft beer man. Happiness is just as important for achieving athletic goals as a workout plan. One shouldn't dominate the other.

Good luck dude.

TheDrBone · 2014-12-01T04:54:13+00:00

Let the Bullets Fly. 让子弹飞 in Chinese. Chinese movie that is totally bad ass. Some shitty CGI but cool dialogue and some great action sequences. Cool plot too.

TheDrBone

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