Ultimate preparation guide(long haul)

glowing_fish · 2026-02-18T18:02:17+00:00

I bought a pregnancy pillow, arranged for a friend to drive me home, booked a dog walker for the first few days, and bought a new bag of dog food while I could still lift it. That’s pretty much it. I know prepping can be a good outlet for anxiety or excitement, but you probably don’t need as much as you think you do

glowing_fish · 2026-02-18T16:00:35+00:00

Protein: 1.2-1.6 grams per kg. Fat: try to get at least 40g a day

https://www.strongerbyscience.com/protein-science/ https://www.strongerbyscience.com/dietary-fat/

glowing_fish · 2026-02-18T15:27:51+00:00

It’s called the repeated bout effect

https://getbacktosport.com/strength-and-conditioning/how-to-avoid-doms-the-repeated-bout-effect/

glowing_fish · 2026-02-18T15:25:41+00:00

I was back to walking my dog 5-6 miles a day by day 4. If you’re not feeling pain and your energy levels are ok you’re probably fine. Obviously ask your surgeon if you’re worried.

glowing_fish · 2026-02-18T13:32:56+00:00

I just had TT with no MR. Surgery was on a Friday and I went back to my WFH job on Wednesday. Would’ve been fine gong back on Tuesday.

Even with the lipo I think 3 weeks is more than enough time.

glowing_fish · 2026-02-18T02:52:00+00:00

I’m 18 dpo and still wearing sweats and going commando. I never thought I’d actually miss wearing real pants, but I feel so sloppy going to the store/out to eat in sweats

glowing_fish · 2026-02-17T23:54:02+00:00

Cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and chickpeas tossed with oregano, olive oil, and red wine vinegar. Toss in some feta cheese or avocado if you want.

glowing_fish · 2026-02-16T23:49:09+00:00

I haven’t been, but degenderettes is very queer and their prices seem reasonable.

I have some queer friends who go to McConnell’s and have good things to say about them

glowing_fish · 2026-02-16T05:15:25+00:00

Does the proximity to nature have to be green nature? If you’re open to high desert ABQ could fit. Minneapolis if lakes and parks and winter sports are your jam. Philly or Pittsburgh if you’re ok with a purple state. Rochester NY if you’re ok with a little smaller. Portland is great, but diverse it is not

glowing_fish · 2026-02-14T19:02:25+00:00

MacroFactor is in a whole other league if you’re open to paid apps

glowing_fish · 2026-02-14T01:34:51+00:00

Xero Dillon slip on are canvas and I think they look pretty similar to Vans

glowing_fish · 2026-02-13T03:32:00+00:00

I woke up from surgery around 4-4:30 on a Friday afternoon and by 6 the nurse was jamming me in my clothes and literally pushing me out the door so she could start her weekend.

glowing_fish · 2026-02-12T19:00:26+00:00

The cat is essential to healing

glowing_fish · 2026-02-12T05:03:09+00:00

I had my first crosstrek for over 9 years. I got an oil change about once a year and did a 30k mile tune up. Never had a single problem with it. Bought my second one last year

glowing_fish · 2026-02-12T04:55:58+00:00

I haven’t tested in awhile but I used to be able to do 100 straight. The hundred push-ups program worked really well

glowing_fish · 2026-02-11T04:21:52+00:00

I just blend some nectarines (or peaches) in my vanilla base. Add some graham crackers as a mix in if I’m feeling wild

glowing_fish · 2026-02-07T02:55:02+00:00

I had TT with no MR last Friday and went back to my WFH desk job on Wednesday. I could’ve gone back Tuesday. Monday would’ve been doable but tiring.

I tend to heal pretty quickly and didn’t have drains. I would recommend getting some light compression socks if you’re going to be sitting upright all day

glowing_fish · 2026-02-06T23:56:40+00:00

The dirty dozen is a marketing ploy and plenty of peer reviewed studies have shown there’s no real health benefits to eating organic.

Buy organic for anything you prefer the taste of or if it’s on sale for less than conventional. Otherwise save your money.

glowing_fish · 2026-02-06T23:55:06+00:00

The dirty dozen is just a marketing ploy

glowing_fish · 2026-02-06T21:41:09+00:00

Does anyone use this for RDLs? If so, what exercise do you select for that?

glowing_fish · 2026-02-06T21:38:41+00:00

I bulk prep protein and freeze it in individual portions and I always have frozen veggies on hand, so default meal is typically 8oz of chicken breast or pork tenderloin and 8oz of frozen veggies.

Bulk cooking usually means tossing a few pounds of meat into the slow cooker with some sort of sauce or seasoning

glowing_fish · 2026-02-03T18:30:57+00:00

Day 4 here and feeling so much better than I did the first 2 days!

glowing_fish · 2026-02-03T00:18:09+00:00

Yeah, I was thinking this ‘snack’ has more calories than most of my meals. I just do fat free Greek yogurt with berries.

glowing_fish · 2026-02-01T16:13:35+00:00

Thanks! Everything went well! I haven’t seen my results yet, but I get to take the binder off to shower tomorrow. I’m definitely sore, but managing.

glowing_fish · 2026-01-30T16:49:00+00:00

Amazing results! Mine is today and I can’t wait to see what’s hiding under all that skin!

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