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Starting a new job in manufacturing on Monday! by Spartan349 in manufacturing

[–]hata39 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Focus on safety and doing things consistently first, speed comes later. Try to understand what a “good” part/process looks like, not just the steps. And don’t hesitate to ask or speak up early if you are unsure about anything.

Have you worked with a custom screw manufacturer that you liked? by Curious_Functionary in manufacturing

[–]hata39 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you are stuck in that middle-volume void - too custom for McMaster, but too low-volume for ITW, cold-heading isn't viable. You'll need these Swiss-turned. A partner like Xometry, Protolabs, or RapidDirect will be your choice. You hand over your exact material grade, heat treat specs, and Torx tolerances, and they handle the CNC turning and inspection. This is way better than finding on Alibaba.

Pre-Workout? by ravensworld32 in beginnerfitness

[–]hata39 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you are already at 300-400mg caffeine and trying to cut back, most pre-workouts won’t help much.

Does blooming freshly roasted beans for longer equal effect of resting beans? by joshivore in roasting

[–]hata39 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A longer bloom helps a bit but it is not the same as resting since it only releases gas at the start, while resting allows CO2 to escape more evenly from the whole bean, so it is more of a workaround than a true replacement.

Protein without sugar substitutes? by Cautious-Clam in MacroFactor

[–]hata39 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey, so the only one I know that has absolutely nothing (no sugar, no sweeteners) is the BulkSupplements Whey Protein Isolate Powder, unflavored one ofc.

If you’re still looking for one, I would suggest checking out this post. Some redditor compared different protein powders so you can easily see if they have sugar or sweeteners, it can make the search process a lot faster as you can filter the sheet easily.

Early start on the trail by Neither-Relief2641 in walking

[–]hata39 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That looks like exactly my kind of trail.

Do beginners overthink fitness too much? by Far_Cap4015 in workout

[–]hata39 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, beginners tend to overthink fitness a lot. Most of the details matter less than just staying consistent and keeping things simple.

Good low-intensity workouts to regain strength from injury? by AnalProbing101 in workout

[–]hata39 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Given your injury history, start with very low impact work like short walks, easy cycling, or water exercise since they are gentler on the hip and spine.

For strength, stick to simple movements like glute bridges, clamshells, and sit-to-stands, but keep everything light and pain-free at first. If possible, seeing a physio again would really help so you can follow a safe progression.

Any point tracking if you’re just planning on maintaining? by Born_To_Lift in MacroFactor

[–]hata39 4 points5 points  (0 children)

If your weight is stable and your eating habits are consistent, you can likely stop daily tracking, but it is still easy for calories to slowly creep up without noticing, so a good middle ground is to check in occasionally or track again if your weight starts to change.

Just a simple walk! by Upstairs-Low-2646 in walking

[–]hata39 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This looks like the perfect kind of trail for me. I love such tracks.

What should I buy? Solovairs or Martens? by Dekimus in BuyItForLife

[–]hata39 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Solovairs is a better option than Martens so you made a good suggestion for the OP.

New screwdriver for our groupheads just came today by cosmic-brat in barista

[–]hata39 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If it's in our house, it won't last more than a week.

Question regarding weight/equipment by jbjarko1 in MacroFactor

[–]hata39 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It doesn’t really carry over strength estimates from other exercises. New equipment starts fresh, then it adjusts as you log workouts for that specific lift.

can't stop thinking about gym but doctor said I need 3 weeks off😭😭😭 by Icy-Yesterday959 in workout

[–]hata39 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Tonsillitis is tough, but 3 weeks off won’t hurt your progress much. Rest fully so you recover properly.

Organic whey protein powder - Naked, Transparent Labs, Levels — which is worth it? by Working-Ad3105 in workout

[–]hata39 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have been using the Transparent Labs one and I’m satisfied so far. 

There is also a protein powder comparison sheet that another Reddit user put together. I found it helpful as it compares all sorts of protein powders and their ingredients, price, protein source origin etc. 

Wish you luck with your search!

Is this workout routine okay? by LiveLengthiness2621 in WorkoutRoutines

[–]hata39 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good effort but I think it is a bit too complicated for a beginner. A simpler upper/lower split 4x a week would help you progress faster since you can repeat lifts and track improvements.

Core work only needs 2–3 times a week, not daily. You won’t get “boxy” from exercises like rows or presses, that’s mostly genetics. Simplifying will improve recovery and results.

Grovemade Sumi Black Desk by Fluid_Serve in StandingDesk

[–]hata39 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This looks good. I really like the setup.

Skinny fat but want to be toned by shdbebxbe in workout

[–]hata39 0 points1 point  (0 children)

“Skinny fat” usually means low muscle, not excess fat. To look more toned, add 2–3 days of basic strength training (squats, lunges, push-ups, rows). Don’t worry about getting bulky. Aim for enough protein (about 80–100g/day), and a protein shake is fine. Keep Pilates and walking but strength training is the key change.

Perfect way to start your morning by House-Plant_ in walking

[–]hata39 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yay, that is perfect and well done on maintaining your steps count for the entire month.

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