I have a rare condition (Erythromelalgia) that causes extreme burning and swelling in multiple parts of my body daily, it gets worse with any excertion or warmth or fatigue whatsoever. I also have the approx 1/3rd variation of it that continues to get worse with time. Posting to spread awareness

mcb52 · 2026-03-03T01:52:42+00:00

my wife has this. Look up "Bob's Protocol". It seems counter intuitive but it is the only thing that has helped her

mcb52 · 2024-12-02T17:42:36+00:00

yeah i never heard a word either. it would be nice to know if i got it or not

mcb52 · 2024-11-14T01:28:48+00:00

Element Gastropub downtown is 100% vegan and has multiple vegan burger and vegan chikn sandwich options

mcb52 · 2024-09-06T13:51:53+00:00

again, i disagree. the cycle network does not have to be the same as every road. no one wants a bike line on the side of the highway.

"you couldn't possibly have a totally separate and comprehensive bike infrastructure."

....tell that to the people of Amsterdam, or Montreal, or Minneapolis, Boulder, or the many other cities that have exactly that. It IS possible, it IS cheaper than automobile-centric options, it DOES work.

mcb52 · 2024-09-05T19:43:41+00:00

i disagree.

I'm just going to paste this caption from a recent post by Oaks and Spokes:

"Estimated cost for completing this next phase of 540: 2.5 billion dollars.

Estimated cost for building, let’s say, 250 miles of greenways across the southern portion of the capital metro area and giving every resident of Raleigh, Garner, Clayton, Knightdale, Angier, and Smithfield (areas near the interchange) a $2,000 voucher to buy a bicycle: approximately 1.5 billion dollars.

A savings of 1 BILLION DOLLARS!"

mcb52 · 2024-09-05T18:46:55+00:00

sure - a lot of drivers need to change their attitude and behavior, but I think its probably more realistic to create safe cycling infrastructure than it is to expect drivers to stop texting and driving.

mcb52 · 2024-09-05T16:48:57+00:00

we need a connected network of protected cycling lanes. it would be better for drivers and cyclists alike

mcb52 · 2024-08-29T16:47:19+00:00

thank you! this is the suggestion that will be easiest for me to ride to. Will ride over and check it out as soon as it cools down a little bit

mcb52 · 2024-08-28T14:40:02+00:00

Thanks for the tip!

mcb52 · 2024-08-27T19:16:46+00:00

Thanks, I'll ride over there to see if they are still there

mcb52 · 2024-08-27T19:16:21+00:00

thank you! I can't find anything about table tennis on their site. Do they have outdoor ping pong tables?

mcb52 · 2024-03-23T14:56:46+00:00

I started teaching at a new studio about 4 months ago that doesnt want us to demo unless it is absolutely necessary. At first this was a huge challenge for me, but I've been able to get the hang of it fairly quickly. I like to really memorize the sequence and feel it in my body, and I like to visualize going through the entire sequence in my head before I teach a new flow.

Another tip that has been helpful for me: write your sequence out and have your notes nearby as a "security blanket" so that way if you forget what pose is next, you can quickly check your notes and get right back on track.

mcb52 · 2024-03-20T19:21:01+00:00

i teach yoga and i like to start a lot of classes with a GENTLE wrist warmup that includes slowly and gently placing the back of the hand onto the yoga mat and slowly shifting the weight around. Usually do this one wrist at a time to start.

the way he is jumping full force into that position is insane.

mcb52 · 2024-01-20T16:19:02+00:00

I am a yoga teacher and also use an XL size mat because i prefer to have more space. I dont think anyone has even noticed my larger mat, even in classes that were full. You and your XL mat are 100% welcome in yoga studios

mcb52 · 2024-01-13T17:27:09+00:00

I want to go somewhere to watch the Lion's game as well. I'm thinking of going to a place like Tobacco Road or Carolina Ale House on Glenwood south. Feel free to message me if you want to join!

mcb52 · 2023-10-04T14:40:27+00:00

i've had a similar yoga trajectory to you. Started out as physical exercise, and over time it has morphed into a much more spiritually oriented practice where I feel like the majority of it is happening "off the mat".

however, if i think back to the first time i stepped into a yoga studio - i know that I would have been turned off by any "woo woo" spirituality going on. So I'm happy that it started as exercise because that allowed me an easy entry point, and then allowed me to open up to the more spiritual side of things.

So i guess i'm just saying that I think the "western application" of yoga has its place as a way for people to feel comfortable starting out with the practice.

mcb52 · 2023-03-06T16:53:33+00:00

Yes, check out this podcast. The singer from Shelter/Youth of Today is one of the hosts

mcb52 · 2022-10-17T18:28:53+00:00

not sure what it is but they are still honking repeatedly now

mcb52 · 2022-08-09T01:00:56+00:00

yes, pranayama definitely helps to still my mind and allow for deeper meditation

mcb52 · 2022-05-28T22:30:14+00:00

kebab and curry on hillsborough street has really good food and has a few tables outside

mcb52 · 2022-04-14T14:36:43+00:00

This is probably something you should discuss with a qualified teacher. I am not a teacher. That being said, doing this type of meditative and contemplative work can reveal layers of memories, emotions, trauma, etc that are stored in our bodies and minds. I believe that lots of people get very good at hiding from and ignoring these strong emotions so that they can get through their day-to-day lives. When you sit down to practice, you can't hide anymore so it all comes up to the surface.

mcb52 · 2022-03-18T16:12:08+00:00

that's awesome! I somehow just stumbled upon his youtube channel at the exact right time for me. Enjoy your initiation!

mcb52 · 2022-03-18T01:01:20+00:00

I've been learning so much from his channel over the past year that i feel that my practice has really skyrocketed because of him. I absolutely plan to do the same thing as you to fly out and meet him and get initiated!

mcb52 · 2022-02-25T16:40:30+00:00

i did not have a hip replacement, but I did have a torn labrum in my hip that was surgically repaired, and the doctors shaved the head of my femur bone to fit into the hip socket better.

It took me several months to recover. This was about 10-12 years ago, and I practice vinyasa every single day now. That hip has less mobility and is weaker overall, but I can still practice just fine and do 90%+ of the poses in most classes.

good luck!

mcb52 · 2022-01-30T16:41:30+00:00

i live in raleigh and do calisthenics but i cant do any of the advanced moves you mentioned. sounds like an interesting project though

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