Fat Around Button Area?

[Martin-Boy2]

Don't understand the quotes, i haven't had an offer lol.

[Martin-Boy2]

To add onto ever lasting problems i think i have a weak bladder, i don't know if it's where i breathe through mouth at night, that it gets dried out, then i end up drinking more water, and then urinating it. If i don't drink i won't need to go for a few hours, but then that's not healthy, it's so inconvient at times, really is, for example went swimming earlier, needed to go just got there, when i was in the pool, and when i finished, and i was in there the space of 40mins.

[Martin-Boy2]

Yep, i have a bladder problem im sure lol, went swimming, was in the pool maybe 35mins, and had to pee, 3 times, that's not normal, plus it was in the morning so all i had was a cup of coffee and some water.

Going to swim reguarly to improve, was a bit more better than last time.

[Martin-Boy2]

Yeah i understand that but, it just still seems excessive to me, even if i drink just water.

Also, incase you guys are more experienced, what hamstring stretches do you do? I know i haven't given the ones im doing long enough, but im not really feeling there that effective, some of them are rather uncomfortable to do and doesn't even feel like stretching at times, just thought id like to try something else if you guys have any opinions on the matter, thanks.

[Martin-Boy2]

Just had a big plate of indian takeaway, probably not the wisest decision, but it was cheatmeal as i didn't go drinking last night, plus it'll be a while til i have another one, and was for a special occassion, may be paying for it tomorrow, but i don't feel that bad, i cut down on food today and went swimming on an empty stomach.

[Martin-Boy2]

Homemade spaghetti bolognese the next night, what's happening to me!

[Martin-Boy2]

Ugh, im in trouble, currently doing nothing with life, a day a week at college, but even that i don't want to go to anymore, just doesn't interest me at all, need to look for other options, then i keep getting told by dad, "get a job!", being put down and what not, im kind of lost lol. Probably sounding like a spoilt wingie teen, but i am concerned about the future right now.

[Boss Man]

If you want ot work the inner thigh and Hamstring area, there are 3 good sitting ones you can do.

1. Stretch the left Leg forwards for example, then tuck the right one sideways into it sole of the right foot against the left Leg, so the right Leg looks triangular. Hold for a few seconds then repeat with the opposite Leg.

2. Put both soles of the feet together, so you have two opposing triangular shapes. You can hold the Ankles and lean forwards into if you wish.

3. Do the same as in number two, but hold the Knees and rock slightly from side to side. This one is called rocking the Cradle.

[Martin-Boy2]

If you want ot work the inner thigh and Hamstring area, there are 3 good sitting ones you can do.

1. Stretch the left Leg forwards for example, then tuck the right one sideways into it sole of the right foot against the left Leg, so the right Leg looks triangular. Hold for a few seconds then repeat with the opposite Leg.

2. Put both soles of the feet together, so you have two opposing triangular shapes. You can hold the Ankles and lean forwards into if you wish.

3. Do the same as in number two, but hold the Knees and rock slightly from side to side. This one is called rocking the Cradle.

With 1, I twisted left ankle, probably nearly a month ago now, and when i put it against right leg, it's hard to keep it flat as the pain comes back and feels bruised, i should possibly get it checked, also i find it hard to keep the leg that's tucked in on the ground.

I'll give 2 and 3 a go though, however i don't think im flexible enough for both knees to be flat on the floor, they'll probably be pointing in the air.

[Boss Man]

Martin, it doesn't matter that much that the Legs are flat to the floor on those stretches. That doesn't happen when I do them, so as long as they're close enough to the floor that's fine

[Martin-Boy2]

Just tried them, worked pretty well, thanks.

Currently doing these stretches:
http://stronglifts.com/7-dynamic-stretc ... -mobility/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; + Kneeling squats, to help with form on Squats + DL, however when i do those, right knee still makes the clicking/crackling sound on way up.

And hamstring stretch (bend over touch toes), sit down legs straight out, and them 2 ones, i hold ankles as i notice that reduces the stress off of left ankle.

Also squat rack came today and i assembled it, tried to use it in conjunction with bench so i could go for maxes safely, however i did this halfway through a workout and it didn't turn out too well, hoping i can manage, here's a pic:


Dl:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xZzvA-i0 ... r_embedded" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
Gloves due to snow.

[Martin-Boy2]

I don't know what to do for the rest of life, it's starting to worry me as im being put under pressure by family, what do you guys do?

[fit-fanatic-2025]

You'll figure it out Martin! favorite thing to do it make lists, it helps me to figure out things. Positives and negatives, possibilities, actually it helps me even in planning day. Make lists about positives and negatives on different career choices. Go online or to a career center and see what jobs are good possibilities for you. All i know is try to do something that can make decent money, and that you really think you'd enjoy. Even then people can change there minds. sister when to college got a degree, couldn't find a job and then when on to graduate school I think she was 27 or so when she finally started in her field. Although now she says she loves it. All i can say is do a lot of research and its even better if you can talk to people that are in the field. Its not only finding a job you would like but then there is the schooling too and what subjects you are good in.

Family support is a nice thing to have when your trying to decide. I'm sure they just want you to be happy and figure out what you want to do. No worries!

And like Brent said its okay if you don't know what you want to do. Most people don't at 18. I know a person who didn't go to college right away he instead went and lived and worked at a national park for a year or two and then went to school from there. I was a college drop out after first year and really i wish i wouldn't of joined right away either. I wasn't ready for school. But 20/20 hindsight. Its your life to live and you only got one to live so just make the best of it!

[Martin-Boy2]

Thanks a bunch for the encouragement, dunno where to start, taken another mouthful today "you're useless, you'll never be able to support yourself or your family, good for nothing", thanks dad.

[Boss Man]

In Britain the situation years ago, wasn't too dissimilar to now. Father had about 5-6 jobs before becoming self employed and Mother probably had about 3 jobs, before then as well.

Most of Fathers jobs were similar in nature, but there were people that did have long standing careers. The main instances for this type of career path, were usually the primary and secondary industries, like coal mining, steel works, shipyards, car manufacturing etc, which then meant the sons and grandsons could if they wanted to, follow in the footsteps, possibly with a nod and a wink from the father or an uncle, to the relevant supervisors / bosses. The other instances of this often being things like emergency services.

Now people tend to more on for reasons like better money, or the job is boring, or unfortunately redundency, moving to an area you think is better, companies that go bust, often through things like small businesses being squeezed out by bigger ones, out of town shopping centres / malls, too many shops of a specific type, or just hard economic times, reducing public spending and condemining high street retailers and small businesses to the grave.

The one thing to remember is, that what someone says and how your life pans out are two seperate things. Unless someone saying you're a waste of space deliberately does things to sabotage your chances like spreading lies about you, or doing things to hurt your life progression, then the only person hurting your own chances is you.

You live with your failings and the what-ifs, becasue you have to, if that's your life, but it's your life to ruin in the main and often not the domain of someone else or some other people to ruin it for you and sometimes if they do ruin it for you, it's because you let them, when you could have chosen to act against their actions and deeds.

If your Dad cannot accept change and modify his attitude to you, then so be it, you'll just have to live with it. He's one person with a lopsided viewpoint of you, not some all encompassing being, that controls like some sort of mini-god, if you have religion that is and I don't, so he'll only affect your life to a major extent if you let him.