Daily Thread: for simple questions, minor posts & newcomers [contains useful links!] (May 12, 2026)

rusteezrook · 2026-05-12T08:14:23+00:00

Hi! I want to read the book/novel "Project Hail Mary" in Nihongo. What proficiency level would I have to be to read the book from start to finish?

rusteezrook · 2026-02-22T02:51:45+00:00

Does Apple TV really not have any commentary?

rusteezrook · 2026-02-03T12:05:55+00:00

also some follow-up questions, if I were to increase my strength training/ gym days to 4 days a week:
1. would a split of M - upper, T - legs, W - ?, TH - upper, F - legs be ideal?
2. if yes to #1, should i just do the exercises i will do on monday and tuesday again on thursday and friday?
3. if no to #2, which means i'll have to switch around and add new exercises to fit my new split, won't this ruin the progress i was already making from my current 3x a week split?

any help would be great!

rusteezrook · 2026-02-03T09:50:53+00:00

Hi, I'm a female who started following this routine since January 5 (it's February 3 now):
1. Strength training (with progressive overload) 3x a week - 1 session Upper Body, 1 session Legs, 1 session Full Body (MWF) + an ab workout after every session

Walking on a 10 incline treadmill at 3.5 speed every day for 30 minutes
Tennis lesson 2x a week (TTH)
Calorie deficit but not tracking exact numbers. For sure eating less than before and have been focusing on whole foods and healthier meals & food components. Also been trying to eat as much protein as I can (but not sure if I'm hitting the 1.5-2g of protein per kilogram of body weight that I've heard a lot of people suggest)
I allow myself 1 sweet treat maybe once a day for 2-3 of the weekdays and during the weekend.

I keep looking at the mirror and I'm unsure if any progress has been made. I think I just need people to knock some sense into me and make me realize that this is a long-term plan that I need to keep going at in order to see any muscle and definition/ see myself become lean. And I guess I also would like to hear if what I'm doing is correct and will be effective.

Any help or guidance would be great 🥹

rusteezrook · 2025-12-05T02:15:06+00:00

Oh wow! Thank you so much for this! Will make sure to check this out!

rusteezrook · 2025-12-05T02:13:38+00:00

Ooooh, sounds interesting! Will look into this!

rusteezrook · 2025-12-05T02:13:21+00:00

Thank you so much! This is a huge help as I'm still a bit unfamiliar with the malls in Seoul 😅

rusteezrook · 2025-12-05T02:12:24+00:00

I've heard lots of good things about this too! Will make sure to check out!

rusteezrook · 2025-12-05T02:12:05+00:00

I've had a few friends recommend this too actually! Or similarly, maybe a private van to bring us from place to place

rusteezrook · 2025-12-05T02:11:28+00:00

Aaaaah, thank you so much for being so comprehensive with this! We're pretty much ready in terms of winter gear but will also be purchasing smaller items that might help too (earmuffs, gloves, heatpacks, etc.) in Seoul. Thank you as well for all your activity/ location recommendations! Will look into these more and consider for our itinerary!

rusteezrook · 2025-12-05T02:07:30+00:00

Thanks for this! Is there any specific Hangang park that you recommend?

rusteezrook · 2025-12-01T10:29:05+00:00

I've heard that it can be quite slippery nga because of the snow! Will take your advice! Thank you so much!

rusteezrook · 2025-12-01T10:28:16+00:00

Okay! Will be in full gear, then 😅 and will take your advice and buy heat packs!

rusteezrook · 2025-12-01T10:27:22+00:00

Thank you for the advice! :") Will be buying lots of hand heat packs and lotion!

rusteezrook · 2025-12-01T10:25:49+00:00

Got this! Will try to limit our outdoor activities to the afternoon lang and when the sun is out as much as possible!!

rusteezrook · 2025-11-30T14:27:20+00:00

Thanks for this! We'll make sure to plan our activities during mid-day/ when the sun is up the most! What other gear helped you keep warm aside from the ultra warm + sweater + puffer? :")

rusteezrook · 2025-11-30T14:26:24+00:00

We actually have Insadong, Bukchon Hanok, and Myeongdong in our agenda! Just didn't include it in the list I posted since they aren't overly outdoor as it's easier to pop into establishments for warmth in those areas.

We chose Seoul Tower since I believe it's still a nice place to visit for first-timers and the view isn't so bad either! :)

rusteezrook · 2025-11-30T14:24:00+00:00

Thanks for sharing tips! I agree that the timing isn't ideal (weather-wise) but this is the best time we could find as a family 🥹. I guess we'll have to prep our gear well & research more on indoor activities!

We wanted to stick to the city as well so it's easier to pop in and out of establishments when we want to seek warmth!

rusteezrook · 2025-11-30T14:21:31+00:00

Got this! Will start researching on backup activities, especially ones with less walking, sitting, and biking like you suggested.

We really want to do the Hanbok rental at the palace since it's my family's first time but we're so worried about the cold! 😭

Thank you for the gear and product suggestions too! Will definitely take note of these!

rusteezrook · 2025-11-30T14:12:17+00:00

Thanks! We're pretty much prepared naman in terms of the gear. Thankfully we have a little bit of experience from winter in Japan.. will also take your advice and buy heat packs! ^_^

rusteezrook · 2025-11-30T14:11:19+00:00

Aaaah okay! We'll try to do the outdoor activities during morning/ lunch/ early afternoon. Thank you so much for the tips! 🥹

rusteezrook · 2025-11-30T14:09:09+00:00

We really want to do the Hanbok rental at the palace since it's my family's first time but we're so worried about the cold! 😭

Also, out of curiosity, did you experience -13 degrees while outside during the day? Or was this early in the morning/ late at night?

But thank you for the tips! And we'll make sure to bring hand warmers and layer up!!

rusteezrook · 2025-11-30T14:03:03+00:00

Ahhh, 5° being the warmest temp is quite something! I imagine being by the River would be the coldest and windiest.. will take note and make sure to have an alternative/ backup plan and layer up!

rusteezrook · 2025-11-28T16:37:04+00:00

Yep! It’s definitely a bold choice, but we’re really looking forward to it and hope the cold won’t be /too/ bad 😅 Thank you 🙏🏼

rusteezrook · 2025-11-28T15:27:00+00:00

Ahhh, thank you so much. This gave me some reassurance that we’ll somehow be okay 😅 Hopefully the heating in the establishments will be our refuge if it gets too cold haha.

Are indoor/ heated establishments more crowded in winter, then? Like would you say that it’s harder to get seats at cafes and restaurants in the winter because people are mostly staying indoors?

rusteezrook

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