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Zeemac
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Aging out
in Men Talk ·
A lot of it is mental … I have never considered myself “old” (and still don’t), partly I suppose because I never had kids and didn’t have to “act” or play the role of a parent, which I would expect magnifies the “old” mentality as the kids…
CrossFit or F45
in Fitness ·
CrossFit all the way ... did it 3-4 days a week for 10 years. Now still do CrossFit style group workouts - never use machines (except Concept 2 rower and bike), all free weights, barbells, dumbbells, kettlebells.
One word that describes you
in 3-Some ·
Nostalgic - yesterday visited small airport of my first flying job ...
For the Cougars
in Open Forum ·
For the Cougars in the Lifestyle ... a female friend shared this on Facebook ... thought it a little funny and probably true ... "Ladies, being a Cougar takes more than just being over 40 or 50 years old. You need your own money, house and…
Seniors/exercise
in Senior Swingers ·
I did CrossFit 3-4 days a week for 9 years (up until a couple years ago) and like others here, I highly recommend it. However, it got too expensive for me. Completing the 30 day Murph Challenge in 2020 was my last big CrossFit workout. Now…
What Women Say
in Open Forum ·
The YouTube video (12 minutes) “6 Things Women Say & What It ACTUALLY Means … (Don’t Be Fooled)” is geared toward single guys but I believe the 6 Things can be applicable to most everyone in the LifeStyle, especially the last one which is…
Implant group
in Senior Swingers ·
@Heels - unless you do some crazy stuff, expect he would experience pain before you could break it. As far as expectations, depends on why he got the implant - if just to overcome ED, things will likely be about the same but if because of…
Single Guy Cruise Fun
in 3-Some ·
Some of the BEST times are spontaneous and when you LEAST expect or are looking for them to happen :-)! Been there, had that happen at a VERY family oriented nudist resort ...
PENILE IMPLANT
in Senior Swingers ·
@Mayhem8, I believe (but could be wrong) that the surgery requires the removal of all the natural plumbing to make room for the implanted tubes which would eliminate having a natural erection. That is the design of the Boston Scientific AM…
Bikes
in Open Forum ·
@ 8inchcable - I do NOT wish to change the subject here (and everyone is different - body and health wise), but in reference to your FALLING comment - a lot of it is about MOBILITY - I didn't start doing CrossFit (as opposed to other fitne…
Bikes
in Open Forum ·
Can a Onewheel be counted in this group? It IS an EV but with just one wheel ... I got the newly released GT model a few weeks ago; am slowing learning to ride it ... no major tumbles yet :-) ... slowly taking my time and not pushing it ...
Quote of the Day - Meaningful, provocative and amusing quotes
in Open Forum ·
"A Smile is a curve which can set a lot of things straight." ;-) V. Borge
WTF
in Open Forum ·
Scamp - Prevent easy access to what types of guns? Surly you are smart enough to know that if you prevent access to one type of gun, criminals will use another type of gun which, if that logic were followed to the end, would eventually lea…
WTF
in Open Forum ·
Scamp - who said anything about “untrained” educators? Obviously they would be educators already experienced in the use and handling of firearms but trained for the type of threats they will be facing. Just as concealed carry permit holder…
WTF
in Open Forum ·
@8inchcable - per your statement, “Let the cops play SWAT, not the Math teacher”. And how many students will needlessly die until the cops can get there to “play SWAT”? Cops are “reactionary”. Unless they just happen to be at scene of a cr…
WTF
in Open Forum ·
@enjoylife99, since you say I apparently don't understand the problem, what do you believe the problem is? What do you believe is the solution to said problem?
WTF
in Open Forum ·
@8inchcable - What is your solution? I'm still waiting to hear what enjoylife99 believes the problem is and his/her solution to said problem ...
WTF
in Open Forum ·
@enjoylife99 - maybe I am dumb or a dimwit or whatever you want to call me but I'd really like to know the answers to those two questions. So please explain to me, and anyone else that is interested, what the problem is and what you think…
WTF
in Open Forum ·
@enjoylife99 - maybe I’m missing your point but … What WOULD it mean if a teacher had to shoot a kid in front of other kids? I follow up that question with another question: Which would be worse, one teacher shooting one kid in front of ma…
Nude workout with swing friends
in Fitness ·
I've had a lot of fun playing Pickleball nude, along with some "extra curricular activities" at a couple of different nudist resorts. However, one needs to be very discreet at a nudist resort as most resorts are family oriented and prohibi…
favorite song lyrics
in Games ·
And as I watch the drops of rain, Weave their weary paths and die, I know that I am like the rain, There but for the grace of you go I. Kathy’s Song by Paul Simon
word association
in Games ·
Call
Name game with a TWist
in Games ·
Carrie Fisher
word association
in Games ·
Boat
Name game with a TWist
in Games ·
Liberty Valance
What's your WOD (workout of the day)
in Fitness ·
Did CrossFit Workout Murph today. Total time 63:25. No, I didn't wear a 20 lb vest and did partition it into 20 rounds of 5 pull-ups, 10 push-ups, 15 air squats. Just started back working out again about 3 weeks ago after a 15 month layoff…
When is it the time to quit swinging
in Senior Swingers ·
@KT - have you ever considered an implant for your ED problem? I'd highly recommend it if you haven't. The makers (mine is by Boston Scientific) offer informational seminars and usually have two or three guys there that volunteer to share…
Penal Implants
in Open Forum ·
It seems the next logical question, and this might be for the ladies, is ... Do you (or should you) tell your potential play partner, before you start, that you have an implant?
The day's news. Anything worth conversing about?
in Politics ·
In driving up energy costs, it seems the Left, the Liberals, are hurting most, the people they say they are trying to help, their base, the people that can least afford the increased prices OR are they deliberately trying to make their bas…
The day's news. Anything worth conversing about?
in Politics ·
Even I, as a conservative, believe that (Trump, Jr selling those t-shirts) is sic! What was he thinking with? Obviously not that thing sitting on top of his shoulders, smh ...
Simple Pleasures
in Open Forum ·
Doing early morning or late evening “laps”, au naturel, in the pool. Swimming naked is such a great feeling.
Do you prefer a rude NO or no response at all?
in Men Talk ·
True, a “no response”is a response. The only problem with a no response is that it requires time. As it is now, you don’t know if the receiptient simply hasn’t read your message or if they are not interested. If SLS could some way indicate…
Seriously - any 60-70 couples still in the game?
in Senior Swingers ·
@rigid1949 - The hardest part is making that decision to just Do It! There are many experienced senior swingers, couples and singles, on SLS that would be happy to be your mentor(s). I was fortunate to find a married couple - or they found…
WTF
in Open Forum ·
Just noticed that Lifetime Members have been renamed "Life of Website Member". Any significance to that? Or is it a result of the "lively" discussion between Wayne and CatchyNickname? Just curiosity on my part ...
One word that describes you
in 3-Some ·
Danceaholic
Coronavirus Covid-19 Vaccination
in Open Forum ·
I'm not an anti vaxxer - I get every vaccine available; I was online at 4am, January 4 looking for an appointment for the COVID vaccine on that day it first became available to me - but I don't believe people should be denied services and…
Coronavirus Covid-19 Vaccination
in Open Forum ·
True that - the lawyers always get paid. Depends on the Supreme Court decision, if and when a case gets that far, whether or not it means anything.
Coronavirus Covid-19 Vaccination
in Open Forum ·
I would expect some of these "mandatory vaccine" cases will end up in court, perhaps going all the way to the Supreme Court.
The day's news. Anything worth conversing about?
in Politics ·
@miasfirsttime - I've "no dog in this fight", so to speak, but I just googled "why do people call Biden the sniffer" because I didn't know either. Do the same and you'll see why.
The day's news. Anything worth conversing about?
in Politics ·
It isn't hypocritical to BUY a house, it does seem hypocritical to buy one WHERE she did, based on who she is and who she represents ...
The day's news. Anything worth conversing about?
in Politics ·
2muchfun - you totally missed the point of funfor2’s post … suggest reading it again ...
Smart watches/fitness trackers
in Fitness ·
I'm an Apple nerd so have been thinking of getting the Apple Watch Series 6 with GPS and cellular. I've been using the MyZone app with chest strap for heart rate but a watch monitor would be so much more convenient for multiple different e…
Pics being rejected.
in Open Forum ·
@flgatravel - Per your quote: “It is a shame that SLS doesn’t care more about their members who have been lifetime members for years” I expect part of the reason SLS “doesn’t care” more about their lifetime members - whether that is true o…
Pics being rejected.
in Open Forum ·
Part of the problem could be that Lifetime members, x number of months after Lifetime designation, are allowed to approve/reject photos. Their idea of what qualifies can vary. However, if their percentage of correct picture approvals/rejec…
Simple Pleasures
in Open Forum ·
Dancing ... Cajun and Zydeco for me (four hours of it today) ... can't help but have a good time when you are dancing :-)! All your troubles and cares are lifted off your shoulders when you are out on the dance floor :-)!
Coronavirus Covid-19 Vaccination
in Open Forum ·
@funfor2houston - Do a search for this: "How would COVID-19 vaccine makers adapt to variants?". It will be easier and less time consuming for Phizer and Moderna to update theirs because of the new technology they use.
Coronavirus Covid-19 Vaccination
in Open Forum ·
@funfor2houston - I think what your nurse was referring to was that Moderna is developing a booster shot to combat the new South African mutant. It is supposedly ready for human testing now.
Coronavirus Covid-19 Vaccination
in Open Forum ·
Should have posted this here instead of the "Personal Coronavirus Stories" thread earlier today: FYI - Personal side effects of vaccination ... but everyone is different : Day before yesterday, Feb 5, I got my second shot/dose of the Moder…
Penile Implants
in Men Talk ·
MNJFLA - if you still ejaculate with the AMS 700, which I also have, you must still have your prostate and got the implant for other reasons ... Got my implant because of ED caused by the removal of my prostate. I still climax but just don…
A Song to Suit your current Mood
in Open Forum ·
(They Say) You Can't Have Everything by Curtis & Del
Seriously - any 60-70 couples still in the game?
in Senior Swingers ·
From RonKathy: "... you act old, dress old, unshaven , don't dye hair, don't take care of yourself, ...you will attract same". Totally agree! Fortunately I don't have to dye my hair - my Dad never got gray/white hair nor have I :-) ...
Quote of the Day - Meaningful, provocative and amusing quotes
in Open Forum ·
Thanks for sharing "2much..." That quote hits home ... I'm in a situation where that's exactly what I need to do - "... leave the pieces on the floor and move on.”
What's your WOD (workout of the day)
in Fitness ·
Done! 30 consecutive days of CrossFit Murph workouts - 60 miles total running, 3000 pull-ups, 6000 pushups, 9000 air squats. Didn’t get my times down anywhere near where I thought they would be, as stated in my first post when I started. H…
What's your WOD (workout of the day)
in Fitness ·
Tomorrow is LAST DAY ...
What's your WOD (workout of the day)
in Fitness ·
Down to the last 5 days of my 30 Day Murph Challenge. The run is still my weak link - the first mile run averaging about 12:15, the second mile about 13:10. My overall time consistently being 48-49 minutes with a couple of 47’s and my best…
What's your WOD (workout of the day)
in Fitness ·
2/3 of the way thru my 30 Day Murph Challenge with only 9 days to go after today ... it's all down hill with light at the end of the tunnel :-) ... my two run times are still slow but my "work" time (the time to do the pull-ups, pushups, a…
Quote of the Day - Meaningful, provocative and amusing quotes
in Open Forum ·
Quoting 8inchcable: "Most countries let others come in, work, go to school, pay taxes, buy property, etc. JUST DON'T BREAK OUR GOVERNMENT AND RELIGIOUS "RULES" IS THE MOTTO." (CAPS are mine to emphasize). Exactly! I am ALL for LEGAL immigr…
What's your WOD (workout of the day)
in Fitness ·
Finished day 10 of the 30 Day Murph Challenge this afternoon. A third of the way thru - 20 more days to go. No longer pushing for a low time everytime I do it (but still would like to stay = or 50 minutes each time). Just want to get thru…
One word that describes you
in 3-Some ·
Spontaneous
What's your WOD (workout of the day)
in Fitness ·
The 30 Day Murph Challenge is on ... did first of 30 this morning ... 1 mile run, 100 pull-ups, 200 pushups, 300 air squats, 1 mile run. My Time = 50:31, My mile run sucks - the first was 11:39, the second 13:47. Hopefully it will improve…
The day's news. Anything worth conversing about?
in Politics ·
I'm not a big fan of Trump but none of that has anything to do with how he is and has been running the country ... it was released simply to try and distract from what he has accomplished ...
What's your WOD (workout of the day)
in Fitness ·
My 30 Day Murph Challenge starts in 3 days - October 1. Am a little apprehensive ... physically, I know I can do it, it's just going to be a mental challenge to get myself up and to the box/gym everyday to do it ... it'll definitely be as…
What's your WOD (workout of the day)
in Fitness ·
Warmup with 3 rounds of 10 walk out pushups, 30 second L sit, 15 kettlebell swings, 10 jump squats, WOD: In 30 minutes, complete as many rounds as possible of: 400m run, 20 wall ball setups (20 lb wall ball), 500m row, 20 calorie bike, my…
One word that describes you
in 3-Some ·
Grateful
What's your WOD (workout of the day)
in Fitness ·
GGMM, I'll be doing Murph every day. Most people partition it, including me. If ya break it down into 20 rounds of 5 pull-ups, 10 pushups and 15 air squats, it's not too bad. I do the pushups and air squats right under the pull-up bar to s…
What's your WOD (workout of the day)
in Fitness ·
Yesterday's workout - WARMUP with 300m run then 2 rounds of 10 dumbbell thrusters and 20 shoulder taps, then 3 rounds of 10 plate (15 lbs) Vups and 10 ground to overhead with same 15 lbs plate. WOD: Complete for time (20 minute time cap):…
What's your WOD (workout of the day)
in Fitness ·
5K Race this morning: 37:24 6 minutes at 60 to 69% MHR, 4 minutes at 70 to 79% MHR, 35 minutes at 80 to 89% MHR, 4 minutes at 90 to 100% MHR
What's your WOD (workout of the day)
in Fitness ·
Thursday’s WOD was especially tough, partly because I hadn’t done a workout in two weeks because of the hurricane and having a trip up to Rhode Island. Didn’t include the heart rate info, as usual, because the MYZONE app left a lot of gaps…
What's your WOD (workout of the day)
in Fitness ·
3 rounds for time (40 minute time cap): 800m run, 25 wall ball (20 lbs) step-ups (20"), 1000m row, 25 wall ball (20 lbs) sit-ups. At 40 minutes, had completed 2 rounds + 800m run, 25 wall ball step-ups, 320m row, 44:50 to finish the 3 roun…
Quote of the Day - Meaningful, provocative and amusing quotes
in Open Forum ·
When was the last time you did something for the first time? That's me ... always looking for those "first" times ... and have had many since joining the LifeStyle :-) ...
What's your WOD (workout of the day)
in Fitness ·
Training for 5K - ran a 1 mile loop (with a long up hill) three times.
What's your WOD (workout of the day)
in Fitness ·
Warm up with 20 air squats, 15 pushups, 10 burpees then 3 rounds of 100m walk holding kettlebell overhead, 10 dead bugs. WOD: Complete for time: 60 calorie bike, 50 hang squat cleans @ 65 lbs, 40 pushups, 30 toes to bar, 20 deadlifts @ 95…
What's your WOD (workout of the day)
in Fitness ·
Today's 150 calorie row was considerably easier than yesterday's - 10 rounds of 15 calories vs 3 rounds of 50 calories. Warmup with 650m run then 2 rounds of 30 mountain climbers, 20 hollow rocks, 10 pushups. WOD: For time, complete 10 rou…
What's your WOD (workout of the day)
in Fitness ·
Wish we could edit our posts (without deleting them first) ... just wanted to add ... that 3rd 50 calorie row, after the back squats, was a real burner!! Warmup with 3 rounds of 10 dumbbell sots press and 10 dead bugs, WOD #1 : For time co…
What's your WOD (workout of the day)
in Fitness ·
Warmup with 30 jumping jacks and deadlift barbell complex WOD: For time, with 2 other partners, complete 9 alternating rounds of: 10 deadlifts @ 215 lbs, 20 air squats, 20 pushups, 200m run then immediately complete 9 alternating rounds of…
Seriously - any 60-70 couples still in the game?
in Senior Swingers ·
I joined Senior Swingers Club, as a "classic"/free member about 3 days ago after Marjax mentioned it in a previous post. It's a nice name but they still have members of all ages, not just Seniors. The value of their membership is not nearl…
Simple Pleasures
in Open Forum ·
Numerous sources say NOT to use honey in hummingbird feeders because it ferments quickly, developing deadly bacterium that can harm/kill hummingbirds. Only use refined cane sugar.
What's your WOD (workout of the day)
in Fitness ·
Thursdays are normally "cardio" day at our CrossFit box. Today was no exception :-)! Warmup with 3 rounds of 15 jump squats, 10 pushups Partner WOD - I partnered with a young 24 year old; needless to say, he got more "rest" than I :-) ...…
A Song to Suit your current Mood
in Open Forum ·
CCR - Lodi
Simple Pleasures
in Open Forum ·
Walking my two dogs - while one is checking her “pee mail” at every bush, tree, sign post and fire hydrant, the other is watching for rabbits, squirrels, and birds; she even spotted a buck & a doe (that I never would have seen/noticed) on…
What's your WOD (workout of the day)
in Fitness ·
@njnybiwfemme - AWESOME! You're an inspiration! If we only did things when we felt like it, we'd never accomplish anything ... Keep that exercise streak going :-)! Warmup with 15 jump squats, 5 burpees, then barbell complex in prep for WOD…
What's your WOD (workout of the day)
in Fitness ·
CrossFit WOD Warmup with a 750m row 35 minute AMRAP (As Many Rounds As Possible): 650m run, 20 kettlebell swings @ 16kg, 20 sit-ups = 5 rounds + 400m 20 minutes at 60 to 69%MHR, 17 minutes at 70 to 79%MHR, 18 minutes at 80 to 89%MHR
What's your WOD (workout of the day)
in Fitness ·
@ njnybiwfemme and chezde What kind of core fitness challenge are y'all doing? I'm always up for a fitness challenge, especially one involving the core. Could you share what you are doing? Thanks! Zeemac
Big Ass or Big Titts?
in Men Talk ·
@Goodenuff - Thanks for the chuckle :-)! Per your quote: "Yep. 9 out of 10 men will eventually talk about how sexy women are, and the things they would do with them in bed. The 10th man will eventually talk about how sexy the other 9 men a…
What's your WOD (workout of the day)
in Fitness ·
@ VelmaAndShaggy - you training for a marathon?
What's your WOD (workout of the day)
in Fitness ·
Warmup with 30 jumping jacks, 30 high knees, then every 2 minutes for 3 rounds complete 100m overhead carry of 15 lb Dumbbell, 20 second plank WOD For time (40 minute time cap), complete 5 rounds of: 5 power cleans @ 75 lbs, 10 wall balls…
What's your WOD (workout of the day)
in Fitness ·
Warm up with 15 air squats, 500m row, 15 push-ups, then 3 rounds of 10 deadbugs, 30 second overhead squat hold with empty barbell. Then, Every 2 minutes for 10 minutes: 5 power snatch @ 55 lbs, 15 second L-sit. WOD - 20 minute AMRAP of: 15…
What's your WOD (workout of the day)
in Fitness ·
Yesterday, Warmup with 25 burpees WOD Do as many rounds as possible in 30 minutes: 800m run, 10 24" box step ups, 10 GHD sit-ups. My results = 4 rounds + 300m 10 minutes at 60 to 69%MHR, 4 minutes at 70 to 79%MHR, 29 minutes at 80 to 89%MH…
What's your WOD (workout of the day)
in Fitness ·
WOD Murph (without 20 lb vest) 1 mile run, 100 pull-ups, 200 pushups, 300 air squats, 1 mile run. My time = 48:34 15 minutes at 60 to 69%MHR, 9 minutes at 70 to 79%MHR, 23 minutes at 80 to 89%MHR, 25 minutes at 90 to 100%MHR
What's your WOD (workout of the day)
in Fitness ·
Anyone else on here planning to do Murph this weekend? If so, with or without vest? I'm planning to do it Saturday morning without a vest. I've done it 4-5 times before, all under 60 minutes. I'm shooting for 45 or less this time ... have…
What's your WOD (workout of the day)
in Fitness ·
Warmup with 400m run and 10 burpees, then 2 rounds of 5 overhead squats with empty barbell, 5 sots presses, 30 second hollow hold. WOD: In 12 minutes, complete as many rounds as possible of: 8 toes to bar, 10 push ups, 8 hang clean and jer…
What's your WOD (workout of the day)
in Fitness ·
Warmup with 30 high knees, 20 perfect pushups, 10 air squats then, 3 rounds of 10 plank holds-stretch-out-opposite-hand-and-foot, 2 Turkish get ups, WOD part 1: 3 rounds for time of 5 Power snatch @ 55 lbs, 12 Pull-ups. My time = 4:13 Rest…
What's your WOD (workout of the day)
in Fitness ·
Warmup with 350m row, then every minute for 5 minutes do 6 ring rows and 20 second L sit, dead hang from pull up bar WOD Complete as many rounds as possible in 30 minutes of: 40 Jump rope (singles), 10 DB Hang squat snatch, 20 Box step ups…
What's your WOD (workout of the day)
in Fitness ·
Second day back in the gym (under strict guidelines from the Governor's office). Feels GREAT to be back :-)! WOD As many rounds as possible in 15 minutes: 25 Calorie row, 15 Box jumps, 10 power snatches. My results = 3 rounds + 43 reps
What's your WOD (workout of the day)
in Fitness ·
@njnybiwfemme Here's the workout I did today for time: 100 Shoulder-to-overhead with 20 lb KB - you could use something else heavy from around the house. 3:38 rest 4 minutes 100 Burpees. 9:15 rest 4 minutes 100 Deadlifts using a 30 lb KB i…
What's your WOD (workout of the day)
in Fitness ·
@GGMM ... you gotta be sic to love burpees ;-) !! Just kidding :-) ... I can actually get into a "rhythm" of doing them once I do get started ...
What's your WOD (workout of the day)
in Fitness ·
B-U-R-P-E-E-S uugghh :-)!! Warmup with 10 walk out pushups, then every 2 minutes for 6 minutes, 20 sec plank, 20 sec right plank, 20 sec left plank, 10 goblet squats with extended arms holding KB (10 lbs) WOD With running clock, complete f…
What's your WOD (workout of the day)
in Fitness ·
Warmup with 30 high knees and 30 sit ups, then every 2 minutes for 6 minutes do 10 Good Mornings with 10 lb DB, 10 Sots Press, 20 second hollow hold. WOD For Time, do 6 rounds of: 200m run, 60 singles (jump rope), 10 hang snatch and 10 gob…
What's your WOD (workout of the day)
in Fitness ·
Outside on the driveway Warmup with 800m run then every 3 minutes for 9 minutes do 10 Romanian deadlifts (30 lb KB), 10 bent over rows (30 lb KB), 10 sots press (with pvc pipe), 16 mountain climbers WOD part 1: 7 minute AMRAP of: 7 Burpees…