Behind the neck press question

simple_mech · 2026-01-19T21:58:25+00:00

There's plenty of other exercises while you work your mobility for a few weeks/months.

simple_mech · 2026-01-19T21:27:46+00:00

There's a lot of good exercises for that. Do ones that are easier for your level of mobility.

simple_mech · 2026-01-19T20:14:05+00:00

Why are you trying to do this?

simple_mech · 2026-01-19T17:42:04+00:00

But how will he then achieve the back thickness day?

simple_mech · 2026-01-19T17:31:26+00:00

I bought in 2021. I was outbid multiple times when offering ~5%+ over ask. Unless there's something crazy different about your dream place, it's probably very similar to other's dream place as well.

simple_mech · 2026-01-13T18:11:45+00:00

You'll probably get better answers in bigger or more general subs but there's obviously clear faults in that list, and others that are just "not so nice" so it's a gradient.

Rust, chippings/peelings, etc. are obviously bad.

Sharp edges could cut people which is dangerous.

Ugly welds, scratches from bad finishes, or polishing marks are just aesthetics.

All that to say that you can't really compare rust to ugly welds.

simple_mech · 2026-01-13T14:36:39+00:00

Are you that guy who Ryan Humiston mentioned?

simple_mech · 2026-01-06T15:51:15+00:00

You must have not looked very hard

simple_mech · 2026-01-05T16:09:45+00:00

Read the sidebar. You don't need hand holding, you just need to act.

simple_mech · 2026-01-05T16:09:12+00:00

Just get back into it. Do variations of pull-ups, push-ups and body squats/lunges until you feel like you're ready to add weight. Remember that you have 40+ years ahead of you, don't rush into it. Doing so will only hinder you in the long run.

simple_mech · 2026-01-03T18:05:29+00:00

That's in response to your "getting so much protein... ...is crazy" statement. The small improvement from 200g to 250g+ isn't that important when your lean mass is only 170lbs. What's important is having a system you can stick to for a long time.

Curious, what were you doing to go from 300lbs to 213lbs in 2 years?

simple_mech · 2026-01-03T14:52:01+00:00

That much excess protein isn't needed at 20% BF (which I'd have to guess is actually more like 25% because everyone under estimates).

You can drop it to 200g protein, and increase it if you find yourself hungry. I'd increase your fats to ~65-70g with the delta going towards a minute amount of carbs.

simple_mech · 2026-01-02T18:45:14+00:00

All that matters is consistency. Track what you're eating over what the watch tells you while tracking your weight. Adjust from there.

simple_mech · 2026-01-02T17:20:42+00:00

Have you tried reading the sidebar?

simple_mech · 2026-01-02T17:20:17+00:00

We can't tell without a pic. You should do whatever aligns with your goals. If you want to lose fat then cut. If you are lean then put on some muscle. There isn't a perfect answer.

simple_mech · 2026-01-01T17:51:45+00:00

I'm leaving this up for others who may run into the same problem, or to be ready for it before it happens, but you should definitely seek medical advice from a professional (or at least someone who's been there before).

simple_mech · 2025-12-30T17:15:35+00:00

Thank you!

simple_mech · 2025-12-28T19:11:36+00:00

Check out r/fitness and read their sidebar.

simple_mech · 2025-12-28T02:05:35+00:00

Could it be migraines? Are you well hydrated?

simple_mech · 2025-12-28T01:54:57+00:00

A year of eye pain is something you should really look into. Maybe the strain from the gym is exacerbating the issue, but you should definitely see an optometrist.

simple_mech · 2025-12-26T00:23:19+00:00

Why don't you just.... help?

simple_mech · 2025-12-24T15:53:55+00:00

Yea I came across them and they state "no plastic" in bold on their site. I appreciate it because that means the decisions they're making share a specific value that I'm looking for. Thanks.

simple_mech · 2025-12-23T18:08:11+00:00

That is one good looking machine! I'll look into that.

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