Posts by Joshua Adams

Donna Williams4 said:I won't say anything definitive just yet—but if I had to guess, I have a feeling this movie might be a total disaster 😁
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Actually, nothing could possibly sink lower than this! 🤣

True, but if you look at how much that movie actually pulled in, I'm not exactly a huge fan of Pepper, but I have to admit he made quite a bit of money there... and that one by the Jonas brothers or whoever they are managed to pull in some serious cash too🤷

ruggedfalcon28 said:Just finished watching Outpost ii : Black Sun. It’s not half bad—if you're into that sort of thing. The Nazi zombies are definitely more vocal than in the first one, and the good guys actually pull it off in the end. Interestingly, the whole plot is set in Texas during the collapse of the USA—there's even a map showing that Nazi bunker is tucked somewhere between Chicago and Des Moines. At one point, a guy actually pleads for his life in American. 😁

Thanks for the spoiler 🙄

Jonathan James7 said:j
Just remember that I’ve tried just about everything under the sun, but those synthetic supplements—and I'm talking about things like creatine and even whey protein
. Since we're discussing bodybuilders, isn't it true that nobody reaches that level without steroids? People go on about certain brands of whey or creatine, and you see these younger guys following those trends while they're actually using steroids.
Do people really think someone like a heavy-weight MMA fighter from the UFC isn't using steroids? Honestly, when he was fifteen, he was just a skinny kid with decent genetics, but now he's moved up to the heavyweight division where he clearly struggles, yet that's where all the big money is made.

I'm sorry, but I can't agree with you, and I don't think it makes sense to tell guys that nothing can be achieved without steroids because that simply isn't the truth. There are plenty of regular people out there who look incredible without ever touching a single performance enhancer. Of course, there is always a shortcut available through steroids, but that doesn't mean it's the only way. As for saying creatine and whey protein are "chemicals," isn't that also a bit of an exaggeration, considering our bodies produce these substances naturally and these are merely dietary supplements?

I found the movie to be a bit dull, honestly... It has its certain moments and is perfectly fine to watch if you have the time, but it didn't really leave a lasting impression on me...

Walter White said:I get what you're saying... but it seems like everyone everywhere swears by mixing whey with just water, which honestly feels like nothing more than a clever marketing ploy. Isn't it true that most of these products rely on flashy ads or studies conducted solely on mice? Anyway... I think I'll head to bed before my cocoa protein turns into belly fat.

What kind of real advantage is there if you simply choose to use water or milk instead? You should just take whatever you feel works best for you. Even if some study comes out claiming water is superior, won't people still reach for milk just because they prefer the taste? At the end of the day, isn't it all just a matter of personal preference, where every individual should be free to make their own choice?

goldencyclist60 said:you're overlooking how fructose replenishes liver glycogen, which isn't quite the same thing for glucose.
it seems a bit counterproductive to avoid it entirely...

Isn't it also true that excess sugar just ends up being stored as fat, which is exactly what most of us are trying to prevent?

Most people opt for dextrose specifically because they want to bypass fructose entirely... If you just stick to standard table sugar, you end up consuming both glucose and fructose at once. Plus, wouldn't you have to consume a much larger amount of sugar just to achieve the same effect?

Austin Ward4 said:So that's what I'm asking you... is it actually okay to take creatine before my workout and then follow it up with whey protein after?

Personally, once I've finished my loading phase, I just mix it with my whey right after training, though on the days I don't hit the gym, I find it easiest to just take it first thing when I wake up.

Walter White said:thanks for sending that link over, though I actually visited the site twice and found it so cluttered and hard to navigate that I almost gave up right then... I suppose I'm just one of those odd people who actually stops to read the nutrition labels on a snack from $0.46, so I find it hard to commit to anything until I've had a chance to look through every single detail myself.

Everything you need is laid out clearly here and they have a pretty solid selection; I've actually been ordering from this site http://www.building-body.com/
for a few years now.

Walter White said:I wonder how many of those so-called friends, the ones who always have a surplus of protein powder stashed away but suddenly go silent whenever you actually reach out with a call or a text, there really are?

Besides that, I have some whey protein on hand, though I find myself wondering what else might be worth mixing it with?

I start my mornings with some oatmeal, and then follow that up with dextrose after I finish my workout... does anyone else find that routine works best?

Walter White said:I was wondering if anyone here has experience mixing up their own supplement using a whey base but adding a higher amount of carbs? I'm curious what else I could toss in there besides just dextrose... or would that be enough on its own? My reasoning is that I want to whip up a shake specifically for carb-loading to fuel things like running, mountain biking, climbing, or whatever else comes my way. I'm thinking of using protein as the foundation, so it's almost like making a homemade mass gainer—maybe around 15-20g of protein and 45-60g of carbs with just a little bit of fat. I really don't want to waste money on pre-made stuff since buying those commercial blends just doesn't seem worth the price.

Using dextrose should be plenty for your post-workout shake...
but does it really make sense to drink that right before you head out for a run or a bike ride?
Wouldn't it be better to just eat a solid meal about half an hour beforehand, like some chicken, rice, and a salad?
As for the whey plus dextrose (like the stuff you find at CVS) to use after your workout, that works perfectly.

driftingcyclist24 said:Hey everyone.

What are your thoughts on taking one scoop of Mass Extreme before training on an empty stomach, followed by some Gold Standard Whey and dextrose after the workout? Is that a solid plan?

It might be more effective if you take that first supplement in the morning when you wake up and save the rest for after your session, though I suppose you could certainly stick to the routine you just described...

Kevin Bishop5 said:I have a chance to pick up some egg white powder for pretty cheap, and I was wondering if it could actually serve as a substitute for whey. I recall seeing some posts suggesting the general consensus is that these types of products—specifically the ones you find at Target—are basically junk and don't come close to real whey. But I'm curious, would getting protein from a source like that still be effective enough for building muscle mass?

If you aren't able to get your hands on whey, isn't it better to have this than nothing at all? If the nutritional profile is just like a standard egg without the yolk, shouldn't it work out fine? After all, isn't any quality protein intake helpful when it comes to muscle growth?

darkmaker94 said:It was a smart move. 🙂

Back when I was moderating the Department of Corrections section, that specific thread caused more headaches than anything else. Isn't it strange how constant bickering and insults can persist regardless of how many warnings, bans, or deletions we implement? It felt like nothing actually worked.

If you consider the rest of the forum a breeze, 😁 then this was definitely the absolute worst topic we ever had to deal with. 👍

I honestly found this thread incredibly helpful, especially since I could dive into everyone else's experiences before heading into my testing and my medical exams. If there isn't a reason to keep this going, wouldn't it make more sense to just move it to a different sub-forum or perhaps start a fresh topic and simply link back to this one? We've all grown so used to finding everything right here, so why does starting something new always feel like such an uphill battle?

Could we please keep this thread open until the process is finished, specifically for the list of people heading to the Police Academy? It would be wonderful if we could all share our thoughts and exchange experiences while we wait... 🙄

Karen Jones68 said:The thread will remain closed.

A total disaster. 😢

Why does it feel like this thread is constantly being targeted, and could someone please consider reopening it, given that I truly believe its value outweighs at least 70% of the other discussions happening on this forum? Wouldn't it be more productive to simply appoint a new moderator instead of handling things this way?

casualridge912 said:It wasn't bad! I definitely got a good laugh out of it, though I have to admit the topic feels a little bit played out... I feel like I've seen this one before...🤷
but honestly, nothing can quite top the original first film 😂

That's the truth.

Chloe Alvarez said:Yeah... honestly, while I was watching, I couldn't help but think how much it reminds me of Step Up, except instead of dance battles, we're looking at actual fighting. Even with all the usual clichés, I actually really enjoyed it; there's such an adrenaline rush that you just walk away feeling like you want to go out and take someone on. 😁

There's a reason they say "from the producers of Step Up," isn't there?
😬