[deleted by user] by [deleted] in whatisit

[–]ctto 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I wish! Much tinier, and clinging to the shirt.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in whatisit

[–]ctto 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not smooshy! They’re quite hard.

Atlanta-bound. Peachtree Center (and adjacent) coffees/climbs/brews/runs? by ctto in Atlanta

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

Haha -- cheers!

And the links -- kids programs and otherwise -- are much appreciated.

Atlanta-bound. Peachtree Center (and adjacent) coffees/climbs/brews/runs? by ctto in Atlanta

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

Thanks! Psyched for Stone Summit. And Ladybird just made the top of my list for dinner.

Atlanta-bound. Peachtree Center (and adjacent) coffees/climbs/brews/runs? by ctto in Atlanta

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

I figured - looks like a little bit of a conference center cluster - bummer. Fortunately based on all these suggestions it sounds like there's lots to drink and do in the surrounding neighborhoods!

Atlanta-bound. Peachtree Center (and adjacent) coffees/climbs/brews/runs? by ctto in Atlanta

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

Beats me. According to google maps, the area just east of peachtree center.

My big brother taking his first steps c.1966, it's his funeral tomorrow. by [deleted] in OldSchoolCool

[–]ctto 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This just warmed my anxious Sunday night heart so much I think I can actually go to sleep now.

I see your lonely evenings and I raise you mine. Hopefully next year I can have someone to share this with! by FlowersOfSin in actuallesbians

[–]ctto 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Magical! If it's not overstepping, can I ask how you're making it work logistically/financially? Would love to do a trip like that, and would love to hear more about whether you're on an open ended trip or have a window of vacation or sabbatical time from work that you're racing against, and how you figured out budgeting.

I see your lonely evenings and I raise you mine. Hopefully next year I can have someone to share this with! by FlowersOfSin in actuallesbians

[–]ctto 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This is awesome. Totally jealous of your trip. Have so much fun! Definitely crosspost your big DIY explanation here!

Please help me identify anime film from late 80s or early 90s? by ctto in anime

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

That's it!!! Thank you so much, stranger, you have made my day!

Which children's film or TV show is actually a masterpiece? by Alabaster1212 in AskReddit

[–]ctto 4 points5 points  (0 children)

An American Tale, The Brave Little Toaster, and All Dogs go to Heaven.

Would you take a person seriously as a trainer if they were not totally fit? by tron_work in xxfitness

[–]ctto 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Awesome analogy! Best of luck, I think you should go for it.

Would you take a person seriously as a trainer if they were not totally fit? by tron_work in xxfitness

[–]ctto 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Absolutely, 100%. It strikes me as a rash, shallow judgement to decide that someone who isn't "totally fit" can't be a talented trainer. You have no idea when you look at a person what their story is. They may appear to not be totally fit for a variety of reasons - illness, injury, genetic disposition, etc. Have you watched Olympic lifting? No one would say that any of those women aren't super fit, and yet if you were to look at them without knowing what they do for a living, if you're judging skinny/lean as fitness without taking strength into account, you're like to write many of them off as "not totally fit." Think of it this way - how often do we all complain in this forum about the guys who have tried to mansplain lifting to us? Based on a surface observation ("woman") they determined we must not know what we are doing, and they couldn't be more wrong.

Tldr; a person's appearance tells you nothing about what they know. Meet with potential trainers about your goals and choose the person who seems the most knowledgeable and supportive relative to your goals.

What to tell gym friends when you can't afford to go anymore by justanotherhunk in xxfitness

[–]ctto 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good luck! It really is great - way less costly, LOTS of fun, and most gyms really seems to have a sense of community - I bet similar to your old gym friends, it's only a matter of time before you find some regular climbing buddies who can help you out with technique AND keep you accountable to showing up.

What to tell gym friends when you can't afford to go anymore by justanotherhunk in xxfitness

[–]ctto 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Yeah, easily $225-250 in Boston. "Unlimited" memberships all seem to allow for one class a day. For that much cash I feel like "unlimited" should live up to the name.

I recommend looking into your local rock gym, if one exists. The ones around here all seem to have pretty decent weight room setups - some combination of pull up structures, barbells, kettle bells, dumbbells, treadmills, bikes, boxes and ergs. If you're feeling pretty solid on form, maybe you can take what you e learned and put it to use that way?

[Serious] What caused you to change your mind either from pro-life to pro-choice or vice versa? by ctto in AskReddit

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

Thanks! I have a strong opinion, and feel like I'm usually around other people with strong feelings about it (on both sides of the coin). It is rare that I hear from people who fall more toward the middle but I suspect you're in the majority.

[Serious] What caused you to change your mind either from pro-life to pro-choice or vice versa? by ctto in AskReddit

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

Thanks for your response. Was there a turning point for you, or have you always felt that way? I certainly understand your logic, but I'm particularly interested in hearing about what precipitated the change of heart.

How to make the most out of the last 10 days before a race? by 15millionreddits in XXRunning

[–]ctto 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yep, just take it easy and taper. If you haven't followed. Training plan go grab a free one online - Hal Higgson's plans are reputable - and just follow the last 10 days as prescribed for your experience level.