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Yesterday, 01:13 PM

John Fioravanti replied to a thread Follow the Science in Mark Rippetoe Q&A

I think “climatus” is something that happens in the bedroom.

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08-12-2022, 09:21 PM

John Fioravanti replied to a thread Is there a genetic ethnic lineage that is considered weaker on average? in General Q&A

Be a little more persistent and you’ll find what you’re looking for, Francesco-me boy: “Europeans at the time of Christopher Columbus's voyage...

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08-12-2022, 09:09 PM

John Fioravanti replied to a thread The new ss podcast is lame in General Q&A

Sir, this is a Wendy’s.

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08-10-2022, 03:46 PM

John Fioravanti replied to a thread Follow the Science in Mark Rippetoe Q&A

A person I know objected to the program as I was explaining it to them—that anything that is not evidence-based and peer-reviewed can’t be proven to...

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08-10-2022, 09:12 AM

John Fioravanti replied to a thread Your insite on health care in the usa in Mark Rippetoe Q&A

No, I guess not. I don't think compulsion is ethical. So then I'd ask, which immediate outcome is worse? We will always have to deal with...

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08-09-2022, 07:02 PM

John Fioravanti replied to a thread Your insite on health care in the usa in Mark Rippetoe Q&A

Is it not unethical to refuse treatment to someone on the basis of money? I mean consequential cases, not plastic surgery or teeth whitening: gunshot...

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08-09-2022, 05:02 PM

John Fioravanti replied to a thread Getting Angry in General Q&A

Toxic masculinity, par excellence.

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08-09-2022, 11:52 AM

John Fioravanti replied to a thread Small Calves | Nate Mielke in General Q&A

I used to do calf raises. I also used avoid wearing shorts. Now, I squat and deadlift and wear 6 inch inseams.

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08-09-2022, 09:31 AM

John Fioravanti replied to a thread Uneven Pants in Mark Rippetoe Q&A

I had this exact problem and started adding plates to the weak side of my squat. I found an addition of about 10 lbs to even things out.

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08-06-2022, 05:13 PM

John Fioravanti replied to a thread Squat Form Check - 5th set 295 lbs in Technique

Francesco, you piece of shit, no one likes a person who gives good critical advice, hahaha. Look, man, you're probably right. On the one hand, I...

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08-06-2022, 04:56 PM

John Fioravanti replied to a thread dear RIP. i`m korean starting strength trainer in Mark Rippetoe Q&A

I understand; easy carbs are certainly useful. 400-500 grams is a lot; demands a tradeoff. Depends on what's "effective" but that's a good...

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08-05-2022, 01:18 PM

John Fioravanti replied to a thread Squat Form Check - 5th set 295 lbs in Technique

Sure, I’ve been running a cycle of Texas method. That’s my Monday weight.

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08-05-2022, 01:17 PM

John Fioravanti replied to a thread dear RIP. i`m korean starting strength trainer in Mark Rippetoe Q&A

General rule of thumb is processed = unhealthy. Obviously, imperfect rule. And to my knowledge, things derived from vegetables, corn, and seeds...

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08-05-2022, 11:43 AM

John Fioravanti replied to a thread dear RIP. i`m korean starting strength trainer in Mark Rippetoe Q&A

So I looked up maltodextrins on Wikipedia. You use them as an easy way to get glucose into your body before a workout? I might have to start...

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08-05-2022, 11:16 AM

John Fioravanti replied to a thread Smart programming or am I being a wuss? in General Programming

Good luck!

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08-05-2022, 11:04 AM

John Fioravanti replied to a thread A Plan for Maintaining This Fall in General Programming

I’ve thought about this after reading PPST3e. I’ll probably have times as an adult that I can’t train optimally or at all. I would approach this as a...

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08-05-2022, 08:27 AM

John Fioravanti started a thread Living at Altitude + Podcast? in Mark Rippetoe Q&A

Hi Rip, I’ll be moving to Summit County, CO for a full-time job in a few weeks and have been wondering about the effects of altitude on training...

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08-05-2022, 06:33 AM

John Fioravanti replied to a thread Getting Angry in General Q&A

Bjj and intense exercise can be very useful; can really curb your ego and mellow you out. I don’t find I get this as much with strength training...

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08-04-2022, 01:21 PM

John Fioravanti replied to a thread dear RIP. i`m korean starting strength trainer in Mark Rippetoe Q&A

Don’t know. Haven’t learned anything about that yet. I’ve heard of BCAAs. Want to share?

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08-04-2022, 06:53 AM

John Fioravanti replied to a thread dear RIP. i`m korean starting strength trainer in Mark Rippetoe Q&A

I admit, I haven’t consumed much marketing in the past few years, but—unlike Gatorade—I don’t recall ever seeing commercials with star athletes...

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08-03-2022, 08:52 AM

John Fioravanti replied to a thread dear RIP. i`m korean starting strength trainer in Mark Rippetoe Q&A

Not at all, I have no formal background in nutrition. Ask a SSC, or, “Ask your doctor.” Invest in your health $$$

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08-02-2022, 07:18 AM

John Fioravanti replied to a thread dear RIP. i`m korean starting strength trainer in Mark Rippetoe Q&A

Gatorade is processed bullshit - sugar, coloring, natural flavors, etc. Consider drinking something healthier. I like coconut water - delicious...

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08-01-2022, 08:48 AM

John Fioravanti replied to a thread Intermediate programming in General Programming

You are 38. Do you have a job and a family? If so, probably a split routine. Read the intermediate chapter in PPST3e. It will answer your...

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08-01-2022, 08:32 AM

John Fioravanti replied to a thread Squat Form Check - 5th set 295 lbs in Technique

Thanks. Maybe not bottom 3% after all.

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07-31-2022, 09:05 AM

John Fioravanti replied to a thread Low T and Missed Reps in Mark Rippetoe Q&A

I’m getting interested in this TRT topic. 23 year old male here. Are there ways outside of TRT to improve or prevent the loss of testosterone levels?...

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07-30-2022, 11:38 PM

John Fioravanti replied to a thread Intermediate programming in General Programming

Yes, 18 heavies and 20 back-offs but I'm not concerned about your weekly output because I don't think you're squat training is set up in a way that...

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07-30-2022, 11:07 PM

John Fioravanti replied to a thread Clarification on your advice “Nobody can get big and strong on 2500 calories” in Mark Rippetoe Q&A

So you don't want to be too big. I'm 6'1" and 225 and I haven't even filled out my frame yet. You have a lot of room to grow. And what's wrong...

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07-29-2022, 10:54 PM

John Fioravanti replied to a thread Smart programming or am I being a wuss? in General Programming

I don't think you are being a wuss. Sorry to hear about your COVID bout. If your lifestyle is a fixed/unchangeable reality, it will come with...

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