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Keys for in-season training •Maintain tissue quality (eccentric & isometric loading) •Increase athleticism (movement skill work) •Prime the CNS (ballistics & plyometrics) •Maintain or increase strength & power (relatively heavy lifting) Stay healthy & continue developing

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Older adults need twice as much protein per meal as younger adults to get the same amount of muscle protein synthesis. That's because muscles become less sensitive to amino acids in response to protein intake, a phenomenon known as anabolic resistance. Most people think this is due to aging, but physical inactivity is the real culprit. People are less active as they get older. Only about 30% of young adults and just 20% of older adults regularly engage in some form of resistance training. Older adults who stay physically active or who engage in resistance exercise right before consuming protein don't experience anabolic resistance. Their anabolic response is identical to that of younger adults. How do I interpret this? If you're older, you might need a higher daily and per-meal protein dose (30–40 grams versus 20–30 grams for someone younger) to maximize muscle protein synthesis and increase or maintain muscle mass. But it also means that staying physically active and strength training often is the key to preventing "age-related" anabolic resistance. It's not inevitable.
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For that, you must know the meaning of one word – Homeostasis. Homeostasis is a self-regulating process by which human body maintains internal stability in its organ functions while adjusting to changing external conditions. This is also consists of “autoregulation,” the method by which an organ or tissue maintains blood flow despite a change in perfusion due to external (eg: body position changes) or internal (block in blood vessels) conditions. For example, we are normally supposed to walk on two legs or rest by sitting down or lying down. The heart rate, blood flow to all organs including scalp and brain is all maintained depending on the importance and metabolic activity of that organ. For example, at rest, highest proportion of blood flow is received by the liver (nearly 25% of cardiac output) which is 100ml/min per 100g liver weight. The brain receives 50ml/min per 100g weight, while the skin receives 1 to 3ml per 100g per minute. Organ tissues are usually considered as blood supply-dependent (e.g., heart and brain) and blood supply-independent (e.g., abdominal organs, kidneys, skin, and resting muscle) for oxygen delivery – meaning the latter WILL receive fixed amounts to maintain its functioning while the former requires changes to blood flow depending on various unusual situations. For example, in massive blood loss, the body will try to maintain blood flow into heart and brain rather than skin and muscle to maintain life. The blood flow is set in the body for proper functioning of organs and every time we try to change that flow, a healthy body will re-align that flow depending on the importance of the organ systems functions. So, when you do a shoulder stand or candle pose, the initial sudden change to the body position will be caught by the receptors in the blood vessels and heart which will re-align the flow to organs of importance, thereby maintaining critical functions that are required for health. Which means, the blood flow to the skin including the scalp, will be re-aligned to its required flow and DOES NOT increase to face and scalp or brain as India’s pseudoscience peddler mentions. In heavy aerobic exercise and changes to temperature related sweating or certain disease conditions, the skin blood can increase. Yoga is not a proper exercise as it is not an aerobic activity. Now Sarvangasana and blood flow – a study showed that heart and blood flow responses were NOT AFFECTED with this pose in healthy people. Even a complete head stand, called Sirsasana does not increase blood flow to the brain, forget the scalp skin, because of blood delivery homeostasis due to autoregulatory mechanisms. The claims for effects of Yoga on specific organs are complete bluff – a public duping started by B K S Iyengar who took Yoga to the international stage. Even in his authoritative books, he does not mention shoulder stand or candle pose to be useful for hair growth. In fact, he [nonsensically] mentions that shoulder stand will improve “thyroid health” (it does not), controls asthma (it does not), reduces disease of the throat (it does not) and prevents common cold (it does not, because common cold is caused by a virus, and not dependent on whether you stand, sit, lie down, and hang yourself upside down). Also, note that Sarvangasana (shoulder stand), Sirsasana (head stand) and Padmasana (lotus position) are the most common Yoga poses reported to cause an injury. In those with high blood pressure or heart disease, these poses may become life threatening. You can see those here here and here Yoga, especially shoulder or head stands do not improve skin health or increase hair growth by increasing blood flow. In fact, Yoga does nothing specific for organ systems functions since such evidence does not exist. A lot of pseudoscience peddlers who sympathize with Yoga will mislead you with many such magical benefits. So then, what specific exercise or action improves hair growth? We do not really know. There is some evidence, even though weak, for standardized scalp massages: good evidence for scalp cooling (prevents hair loss, may promote regrowth especially in chemotherapy patients) Speak with your Dermatologist on skin and hair health queries and not National-level baby-face poster boys of misinformation.
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Yoga and improved skin health and hair growth? India’s pseudoscience poster boy, Ranveer, aka Beerbiceps gets it embarrassingly wrong. Let us break it down. I am sorry this is lengthy, because – as per Brandolini's Law (aka the Bullshit Asymmetry Principle): It takes a lot more energy to refute bullshit than to produce it. Check out this video. In it, Ranveer “pseudoscience peddler” Allahbadia with over 8 million followers on YouTube and Instagram bullshits everyone in just 35 seconds. He showcases some major female movie celebrities and tells the viewers that the secret to their skin and hair is that they perform Yoga every day, especially a Yoga pose called the “Sarvangasana” or shoulder-stand or candle pose. His “scientific” explanation? The stance increases blood flow the scalp and head, and improves skin health and hair growth. This is utter nonsense. What happens to the blood flow, heart, head, and brain region when someone takes an upside-down stance? For that, you must know the meaning of one word – Homeostasis. Homeostasis is a self-regulating process by which human body maintains internal stability in its organ functions while adjusting to changing external conditions. This is also consists of “autoregulation,” the method by which an organ or tissue maintains blood flow despite a change in perfusion due to external (eg: body position changes) or internal (block in blood vessels) conditions. For example, we are normally supposed to walk on two legs or rest by sitting down or lying down. The heart rate, blood flow to all organs including scalp and brain is all maintained depending on the importance and metabolic activity of that organ. For example, at rest, highest proportion of blood flow is received by the liver (nearly 25% of cardiac output) which is 100ml/min per 100g liver weight. The brain receives 50ml/min per 100g weight, while the skin receives 1 to 3ml per 100g per minute. Organ tissues are usually considered as blood supply-dependent (e.g., heart and brain) and blood supply-independent (e.g., abdominal organs, kidneys, skin, and resting muscle) for oxygen delivery – meaning the latter WILL receive fixed amounts to maintain its functioning while the former requires changes to blood flow depending on various unusual situations. For example, in massive blood loss, the body will try to maintain blood flow into heart and brain rather than skin and muscle to maintain life. The blood flow is set in the body for proper functioning of organs and every time we try to change that flow, a healthy body will re-align that flow depending on the importance of the organ systems functions. So, when you do a shoulder stand or candle pose, the initial sudden change to the body position will be caught by the receptors in the blood vessels and heart which will re-align the flow to organs of importance, thereby maintaining critical functions that are required for health. Which means, the blood flow to the skin including the scalp, will be re-aligned to its required flow and DOES NOT increase to face and scalp or brain as India’s pseudoscience peddler mentions. In heavy aerobic exercise and changes to temperature related sweating or certain disease conditions, the skin blood can increase. Yoga is not a proper exercise as it is not an aerobic activity. Now Sarvangasana and blood flow – a study showed that heart and blood flow responses were NOT AFFECTED with this pose in healthy people. Even a complete head stand, called Sirsasana does not increase blood flow to the brain, forget the scalp skin, because of blood delivery homeostasis due to autoregulatory mechanisms. The claims for effects of Yoga on specific organs are complete bluff – a public duping started by B K S Iyengar who took Yoga to the international stage. Even in his authoritative books, he does not mention shoulder stand or candle pose to be useful for hair growth. In fact, he [nonsensically] mentions that shoulder stand will improve “thyroid health” (it does not), controls asthma (it does not), reduces disease of the throat (it does not) and prevents common cold (it does not, because common cold is caused by a virus, and not dependent on whether you stand, sit, lie down, and hang yourself upside down). Also, note that Sarvangasana (shoulder stand), Sirsasana (head stand) and Padmasana (lotus position) are the most common Yoga poses reported to cause an injury. In those with high blood pressure or heart disease, these poses may become life threatening. You can see those here here and here Yoga, especially shoulder or head stands do not improve skin health or increase hair growth by increasing blood flow. In fact, Yoga does nothing specific for organ systems functions since such evidence does not exist. A lot of pseudoscience peddlers who sympathize with Yoga will mislead you with many such magical benefits. So then, what specific exercise or action improves hair growth? We do not really know. There is some evidence, even though weak, for standardized scalp massages: good evidence for scalp cooling (prevents hair loss, may promote regrowth especially in chemotherapy patients) Speak with your Dermatologist on skin and hair health queries and not National-level baby-face poster boys of misinformation.

TheLiverDoc™

496,182 Aufrufe • vor 3 Jahren

BAN HQ Medical Committee presents Diabetic Awareness - World Diabetes Day 2024. World Diabetes Day is observed every year on November 14th, marking an important opportunity to raise awareness about diabetes and advocate for better prevention, diagnosis, and management of the disease. The day became an official United Nations (UN) day in 2006. This year’s theme, "Access to Diabetes Education," underscores the need for better information and resources to help prevent and manage diabetes effectively. The Medical Team of Brothers across Nigeria (BAN) worldwide is proud to recognize World Diabetes Day by supporting the established framework for diabetes education, which includes: 1. Learning and Knowledge Sharing. 2. Prevention. 3. Identification and Treatment. UNDERSTANDING DIABETES Diabetes is a disease that results from excess sugar in the blood, causing serious health problems over time. The Types of Diabetes: 1. Type 2 Diabetes: The most common form, accounting for about 90% of cases. It occurs when the body doesn’t use insulin effectively or doesn’t produce enough. 2. Type 1 Diabetes: An autoimmune condition, usually diagnosed in childhood, where the body cannot produce insulin. 3. Gestational Diabetes: Occurs during pregnancy and usually goes away after childbirth, but it increases the risk of developing type 2 diabetes later in life. 4. Prediabetes: A condition where blood sugar levels are higher than normal but not high enough to be considered type 2 diabetes. 1 in 3 adults has prediabetes, highlighting the need for early intervention and lifestyle changes. SYMPTOMS OF DIABETES The symptoms of diabetes vary, and some people (especially those with prediabetes, gestational diabetes, or type 2 diabetes) may not experience symptoms at all. In type 1 diabetes, symptoms usually appear quickly and are more severe. Common symptoms include: I. Increased thirst or urination II.Fatigue III. Blurry vision IV. Slow-healing sores or infections RISK FACTORS A variety of factors contribute to the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, including: Age and genetics, Lifestyle factors:, poor diet, lack of physical activity, and smoking increase the likelihood of developing diabetes. Social factors: Access to healthy food, healthcare, and safe spaces for exercise also play a significant role in managing and preventing diabetes. Race and Ethnicity: People from certain racial or ethnic backgrounds, including Black, Hispanic, American Indian, and Asian American populations, are at higher risk for type 2 diabetes. Discrimination and stigma: These factors can exacerbate the challenges faced by marginalized communities in managing diabetes. COMPLICATIONS When diabetes is not properly controlled, it can cause serious and even life-threatening complications, including Heart disease and strokes, Nerve damage (neuropathy), Kidney damage, Eye problems, Foot issues, Skin and mouth infections, Hearing loss, Memory issues, Depression and Anxiety. PREVENTION Preventing or delaying type 2 diabetes is possible through early lifestyle changes. The following strategies can help reduce the risk of developing diabetes: 1. Eat a Healthy Diet 2. Get Active 3. Maintain a Healthy Weight 4. Quit Smoking 5. Limit Alcohol Intake 6. Get Regular Checkups 7. Manage Stress 8. Sleep Well CONCLUSION World Diabetes Day is an important reminder of the growing global impact of diabetes and the urgent need for education, awareness, and action. This year’s theme highlights the critical need for better information and resources to prevent and manage the disease. By focusing on education, early detection, and lifestyle changes, we can work together to reduce the burden of diabetes and create a healthier future for all. #BANWorldwide, #BrothersAcrossNigeria #WorldDiabetesDay, #WDD2024, #DiabetesAwareness, #KnowYourNumbers, #DiabetesPrevention, #14November, #AccesstoDiabetesCare
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BAN HQ Medical Committee presents Diabetic Awareness - World Diabetes Day 2024. World Diabetes Day is observed every year on November 14th, marking an important opportunity to raise awareness about diabetes and advocate for better prevention, diagnosis, and management of the disease. The day became an official United Nations (UN) day in 2006. This year’s theme, "Access to Diabetes Education," underscores the need for better information and resources to help prevent and manage diabetes effectively. The Medical Team of Brothers across Nigeria (BAN) worldwide is proud to recognize World Diabetes Day by supporting the established framework for diabetes education, which includes: 1. Learning and Knowledge Sharing. 2. Prevention. 3. Identification and Treatment. UNDERSTANDING DIABETES Diabetes is a disease that results from excess sugar in the blood, causing serious health problems over time. The Types of Diabetes: 1. Type 2 Diabetes: The most common form, accounting for about 90% of cases. It occurs when the body doesn’t use insulin effectively or doesn’t produce enough. 2. Type 1 Diabetes: An autoimmune condition, usually diagnosed in childhood, where the body cannot produce insulin. 3. Gestational Diabetes: Occurs during pregnancy and usually goes away after childbirth, but it increases the risk of developing type 2 diabetes later in life. 4. Prediabetes: A condition where blood sugar levels are higher than normal but not high enough to be considered type 2 diabetes. 1 in 3 adults has prediabetes, highlighting the need for early intervention and lifestyle changes. SYMPTOMS OF DIABETES The symptoms of diabetes vary, and some people (especially those with prediabetes, gestational diabetes, or type 2 diabetes) may not experience symptoms at all. In type 1 diabetes, symptoms usually appear quickly and are more severe. Common symptoms include: I. Increased thirst or urination II.Fatigue III. Blurry vision IV. Slow-healing sores or infections RISK FACTORS A variety of factors contribute to the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, including: Age and genetics, Lifestyle factors:, poor diet, lack of physical activity, and smoking increase the likelihood of developing diabetes. Social factors: Access to healthy food, healthcare, and safe spaces for exercise also play a significant role in managing and preventing diabetes. Race and Ethnicity: People from certain racial or ethnic backgrounds, including Black, Hispanic, American Indian, and Asian American populations, are at higher risk for type 2 diabetes. Discrimination and stigma: These factors can exacerbate the challenges faced by marginalized communities in managing diabetes. COMPLICATIONS When diabetes is not properly controlled, it can cause serious and even life-threatening complications, including Heart disease and strokes, Nerve damage (neuropathy), Kidney damage, Eye problems, Foot issues, Skin and mouth infections, Hearing loss, Memory issues, Depression and Anxiety. PREVENTION Preventing or delaying type 2 diabetes is possible through early lifestyle changes. The following strategies can help reduce the risk of developing diabetes: 1. Eat a Healthy Diet 2. Get Active 3. Maintain a Healthy Weight 4. Quit Smoking 5. Limit Alcohol Intake 6. Get Regular Checkups 7. Manage Stress 8. Sleep Well CONCLUSION World Diabetes Day is an important reminder of the growing global impact of diabetes and the urgent need for education, awareness, and action. This year’s theme highlights the critical need for better information and resources to prevent and manage the disease. By focusing on education, early detection, and lifestyle changes, we can work together to reduce the burden of diabetes and create a healthier future for all. #BANWorldwide, #BrothersAcrossNigeria #WorldDiabetesDay, #WDD2024, #DiabetesAwareness, #KnowYourNumbers, #DiabetesPrevention, #14November, #AccesstoDiabetesCare

Brothers Across Nigeria International

13,735 Aufrufe • vor 1 Jahr

LIV Golf has made some significant changes during the off season to appease the OWGR application, including the drastic decision to move to the 72 holes. However, although they were accepted, the OWGR only gave them considerably reduced points and added a fake cut below 10th place. If LIV Golf were to make more changes, it’s likely that the OWGR would increase their points allocation in the future. But it could lead to the league completely losing their identity. Speaking after a first round of 5 under par 67 at LIV Golf Riyadh, the new captain of Smash GC, Talor Gooch, said about the situation: “Yeah, I think we all agree we need to stay us, true to who we are and what we are. We’re a global golf league that brings a totally different energy to the game. So we’ve got to continue to maintain the fabric of our character and who we are and what made us — what we started with in the beginning. I hope we don’t go too far down the path of replicating everything just to appease somebody. “At the end of the day, for the ranking of things, everybody knows the quality of golf that’s out here. It’s unfortunate that it’s not recognized in the way that it should be. I just hope we don’t lose ourselves in the chase for that. Like I said, for four or five years, we’ve experienced this and this being treated a certain way. I look forward to the day that we are treated the same as everybody else in the game of golf, and I think we’ve made plenty enough strides to try to join the ecosystem and try to appease people. “I don’t know what else to say. It’ll be interesting to see how it all plays out.” What are your thoughts on this? Talor Gooch LivGolfLeague Smash GC
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LIV Golf has made some significant changes during the off season to appease the OWGR application, including the drastic decision to move to the 72 holes. However, although they were accepted, the OWGR only gave them considerably reduced points and added a fake cut below 10th place. If LIV Golf were to make more changes, it’s likely that the OWGR would increase their points allocation in the future. But it could lead to the league completely losing their identity. Speaking after a first round of 5 under par 67 at LIV Golf Riyadh, the new captain of Smash GC, Talor Gooch, said about the situation: “Yeah, I think we all agree we need to stay us, true to who we are and what we are. We’re a global golf league that brings a totally different energy to the game. So we’ve got to continue to maintain the fabric of our character and who we are and what made us — what we started with in the beginning. I hope we don’t go too far down the path of replicating everything just to appease somebody. “At the end of the day, for the ranking of things, everybody knows the quality of golf that’s out here. It’s unfortunate that it’s not recognized in the way that it should be. I just hope we don’t lose ourselves in the chase for that. Like I said, for four or five years, we’ve experienced this and this being treated a certain way. I look forward to the day that we are treated the same as everybody else in the game of golf, and I think we’ve made plenty enough strides to try to join the ecosystem and try to appease people. “I don’t know what else to say. It’ll be interesting to see how it all plays out.” What are your thoughts on this? Talor Gooch LivGolfLeague Smash GC

Flushing It

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After the Spain and France game, I tweeted this: “Collective quality outperformed individual quality.” This was just a sense. It was a feeling after the game that I quickly put into words, but I didn’t have any evidence for it. I didn’t have anything other than the feeling that I got from watching the game. So I decided to go into FIFA’s Training Centre and look up the match reports to see if I could find anything that would lead to the conclusion I had: that Spain were collectively better than France. At a glance, the answer was no. Other than expected goals, pretty much everything was around the same: complete passes, pass completion, possession percentage and ball progressions. If you look at the line breaks, you’ll see that France were actually a little bit higher, which makes sense because France typically like to play a little bit more vertically. However, there is one statistic that does show what I felt: offering to receive. France had 329 total offers made, distributed fairly evenly throughout the field, and 114 total offers received. Spain, on the other hand, had 438 total offers made. They made 236 offers in the middle third and 275 offers inside the shape. That is where the numbers really begin to differ. As FIFA defines it, an offer to receive is an off-ball movement that shows intent to support the player on the ball, either to maintain possession or progress the ball. Spain were constantly providing their teammates, through proximity, through closeness, and through angles and lines of support, an option to continue playing. That shows that, in moments when Spain have the ball, there are constantly three, four or five players moving and providing an option to continue to maintain possession. Spain play together. The player on the ball is rarely left alone to solve the moment through their individual quality while everyone else watches. There is an option, an exit plan, some way out in case they need it. Secondly, when we think about this Spanish style, we often think about one touch, two touch, pass, pass, pass. What we often fail to realize is that these players have so much ability on the ball. Even a right back has the quality to beat a player, get out of a press and continue the attack. Playing collectively does not mean removing individual quality. Their individual quality allows the collective to continue playing. Then there are the speed-up moments. Spain can maintain possession, move France, slow the game down and continue offering support, but when the moment to go forward appears, it is time to go forward. They recognize that moment of verticality and they accelerate. Then, if the possibility disappears, they slow down again and continue playing. There is another element of Spain. Once they have moved France back into their final third, they create these structures where they basically suffocate you. Any time the ball pops out, there are players ready to defend and ready to win the next ball in order to keep it going. The structure, the organization and the roles allow them to stay pressing, keep playing together and keep having the ball. Lastly, there is this type of football that I call football from the plaza, fútbol de plaza, where you learn to attack, dribble, pass and play in tight spaces. You learn these interactions and these one-two combinations, but you don’t learn them through the repetition of patterns. You learn them through doing it for your entire childhood in these tight areas. It is play, pass and go, play and go, constantly finding the next interaction and then finding that moment of verticality. That whole sequence shows exactly why Spain are Spain. To summarize, they are constantly offering their teammates support. My initial feeling that collective quality outperformed individual quality came from watching Spain play together, always offering options to the player on the ball rather than watching the player on the ball do something with their individual quality. They offer an option, an exit plan, some way out in case it is needed. The players are also able to escape individually when the collective solution is not immediately available. They recognize the speed-up moments and, when they find themselves in moments where they can go forward, they go vertical. Then they suffocate you through the structure and organization that allow them to win the ball again and keep playing together. And that last piece—the forward pass, play and go—is the kind of thing you get a lot from 3v3, 4v4 and 2v2 games. All in all, fantastic. So much fun to watch the Spanish team and so much fun to see all of their style essentially culminate into one match and, in this case, into one goal.
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After the Spain and France game, I tweeted this: “Collective quality outperformed individual quality.” This was just a sense. It was a feeling after the game that I quickly put into words, but I didn’t have any evidence for it. I didn’t have anything other than the feeling that I got from watching the game. So I decided to go into FIFA’s Training Centre and look up the match reports to see if I could find anything that would lead to the conclusion I had: that Spain were collectively better than France. At a glance, the answer was no. Other than expected goals, pretty much everything was around the same: complete passes, pass completion, possession percentage and ball progressions. If you look at the line breaks, you’ll see that France were actually a little bit higher, which makes sense because France typically like to play a little bit more vertically. However, there is one statistic that does show what I felt: offering to receive. France had 329 total offers made, distributed fairly evenly throughout the field, and 114 total offers received. Spain, on the other hand, had 438 total offers made. They made 236 offers in the middle third and 275 offers inside the shape. That is where the numbers really begin to differ. As FIFA defines it, an offer to receive is an off-ball movement that shows intent to support the player on the ball, either to maintain possession or progress the ball. Spain were constantly providing their teammates, through proximity, through closeness, and through angles and lines of support, an option to continue playing. That shows that, in moments when Spain have the ball, there are constantly three, four or five players moving and providing an option to continue to maintain possession. Spain play together. The player on the ball is rarely left alone to solve the moment through their individual quality while everyone else watches. There is an option, an exit plan, some way out in case they need it. Secondly, when we think about this Spanish style, we often think about one touch, two touch, pass, pass, pass. What we often fail to realize is that these players have so much ability on the ball. Even a right back has the quality to beat a player, get out of a press and continue the attack. Playing collectively does not mean removing individual quality. Their individual quality allows the collective to continue playing. Then there are the speed-up moments. Spain can maintain possession, move France, slow the game down and continue offering support, but when the moment to go forward appears, it is time to go forward. They recognize that moment of verticality and they accelerate. Then, if the possibility disappears, they slow down again and continue playing. There is another element of Spain. Once they have moved France back into their final third, they create these structures where they basically suffocate you. Any time the ball pops out, there are players ready to defend and ready to win the next ball in order to keep it going. The structure, the organization and the roles allow them to stay pressing, keep playing together and keep having the ball. Lastly, there is this type of football that I call football from the plaza, fútbol de plaza, where you learn to attack, dribble, pass and play in tight spaces. You learn these interactions and these one-two combinations, but you don’t learn them through the repetition of patterns. You learn them through doing it for your entire childhood in these tight areas. It is play, pass and go, play and go, constantly finding the next interaction and then finding that moment of verticality. That whole sequence shows exactly why Spain are Spain. To summarize, they are constantly offering their teammates support. My initial feeling that collective quality outperformed individual quality came from watching Spain play together, always offering options to the player on the ball rather than watching the player on the ball do something with their individual quality. They offer an option, an exit plan, some way out in case it is needed. The players are also able to escape individually when the collective solution is not immediately available. They recognize the speed-up moments and, when they find themselves in moments where they can go forward, they go vertical. Then they suffocate you through the structure and organization that allow them to win the ball again and keep playing together. And that last piece—the forward pass, play and go—is the kind of thing you get a lot from 3v3, 4v4 and 2v2 games. All in all, fantastic. So much fun to watch the Spanish team and so much fun to see all of their style essentially culminate into one match and, in this case, into one goal.

David Garcia

42,406 Aufrufe • vor 24 Tagen

I've put together a straightforward protocol that seems to work quite well for people with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). A carnivore/lion diet works great for MS, but if you optimize a few nutrients and habits it can really improve your results and spur recovery. By just doing a carnivore/lion diet, there are now people who have not only put their symptoms into remission but have started to reverse their lesions on MRI. Some of these individuals will be in our upcoming case series on MS patients who are recovering using the carnivore diet. This full protocol can help even more. Dr. Chaffee's Protocol for Optimizing Multiple Sclerosis Recovery: This protocol outlines a comprehensive approach to supporting recovery from multiple sclerosis (MS), emphasizing dietary modifications, light optimization, and physical activity. 1) Dietary Intervention: The cornerstone of this protocol is a strict, high-fat, carnivore "lion" diet, predominantly consisting of beef and lamb, with 2g of fat for every 1g of protein, as detailed in my videos. All carbohydrates, sugars, and alcohol must be strictly excluded to induce and maintain ketosis, and to prevent further damage and inflammation to the nervous system. Ketones serve as the brain's preferred energy source and readily cross the blood-brain barrier, where they are converted into fatty acids, the essential building blocks for brain tissue. Prioritize grass-fed fats such as tallow, butter, or lamb fat, incorporating them into every meal for optimal results. Exclusively eating grass-fed meat is not required, these fats can be purchased separately. Grass-fed butter is readily available, as is grass finished tallow, and less often grass finished lamb. Bone marrow and even brain are excellent options as well. Wild-caught fatty fish is also acceptable; however, grass-finished lamb fat contains approximately 20 times the omega-3 fatty acids (DHA and EPA) compared to even oily wild-caught fish. DHA, EPA, and cholesterol are essential for myelin sheath regeneration on axons. 2) Nutritional Supplementation: For the first month, consume 50-100g (a few ounces) of liver daily. This can then be reduced to three times per week, with concurrent monitoring of B12 and homocysteine to maintain optimal levels. Maintain B12 levels between 800-1200 pmol/L or 1100-1600 pg/mL (American units). Homocysteine levels should remain below 7. If homocysteine is elevated, regardless of B12 levels, increase B12 intake. If liver consumption is not feasible, supplement with a methylated multi-B vitamin and/or sublingual methylcobalamin (methylated B12). Allow the sublingual dose (2000-2500 mcg daily for the first month) to dissolve under the tongue for at least five minutes before swallowing. Monitor B12 levels as described above and adjust accordingly. When testing B12 levels, discontinue B vitamin and B12 supplementation for approximately one week prior to the test to avoid artificially elevated results. Supplemental B vitamins can also interfere with other blood tests, particularly B7 (biotin). 3) Light Optimization and Circadian Rhythm: Optimize vitamin D levels and circadian rhythm by exposing yourself to direct sunlight for 30 minutes each morning, looking towards the sun (but not directly at it). Refrain from wearing sunscreen, sunglasses, or corrective lenses during this time. Direct, unfiltered sunlight exposure on as much skin as possible, including the eyes, is crucial, and multiple exposures throughout the day are beneficial. Minimize exposure to screens and artificial blue light, especially in the evenings. Wear blue-light-blocking glasses when using electronic devices or under artificial light after sunset. Remember that MS prevalence decreases closer to the equator; emulate these conditions as much as possible. Maximize vitamin D absorption by delaying showering for at least six to eight hours after sun exposure. Vitamin D is produced in the skin's sebum and can be washed away, particularly with soap. Absorption can take up to 48 hours, so allowing at least six to eight hours is essential. Vitamin D3 can also be obtained from wild-caught fatty fish and grass-fed animal fats. Monitor vitamin D levels six weeks from commencing the protocol, aiming for the high end of the normal range or preferably above. While supplemental vitamin D3 with K2 is an option, natural sunlight exposure and proper diet is preferred. Take repeat blood tests every 6-8 weeks in order optimize these levels and maintain them there. Once stabilized with your current diet +/- supplementation, you can can extend this period to once every 6 months. 4) Physical Activity: Maintain an active lifestyle. Nerve stimulation promotes growth and repair. Engage in as much activity as possible, gradually increasing intensity each week. As tolerated, incorporate resistance training and, if possible, sprinting. If walking is all you can do though, then walk. If not, then work your way up to walking. Important Considerations: Underlying Principles: This protocol addresses the root causes of MS and provides the resources and stimuli for tissue repair. The dietary and light hygiene modifications aim to halt further damage. The specified nutrients and light exposure provide the building blocks for repair, while exercise and light stimulate regrowth. The Crucial Role of Light: One example of the beneficial nature of light is UVA exposure. UVA light directed into the eyes (without glasses or other filters), stimulates the production of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), which promotes brain growth, healing, and myelin repair. Proper light hygiene offers numerous benefits beyond BDNF stimulation, but it would be well worth it even if this were the only one. By adhering to this comprehensive protocol, individuals with MS can potentially achieve significantly improved outcomes compared to standard care. For the best results, ensure you are receiving proper medical supervision, particularly with regard to supplementation, blood work, and medications. Do not stop any medications until or unless it is appropriate to do so under medical supervision. *Always work closely with your healthcare provider when implementing any new interventions or protocols. #ms #multiplesclerosis #carnivore
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I've put together a straightforward protocol that seems to work quite well for people with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). A carnivore/lion diet works great for MS, but if you optimize a few nutrients and habits it can really improve your results and spur recovery. By just doing a carnivore/lion diet, there are now people who have not only put their symptoms into remission but have started to reverse their lesions on MRI. Some of these individuals will be in our upcoming case series on MS patients who are recovering using the carnivore diet. This full protocol can help even more. Dr. Chaffee's Protocol for Optimizing Multiple Sclerosis Recovery: This protocol outlines a comprehensive approach to supporting recovery from multiple sclerosis (MS), emphasizing dietary modifications, light optimization, and physical activity. 1) Dietary Intervention: The cornerstone of this protocol is a strict, high-fat, carnivore "lion" diet, predominantly consisting of beef and lamb, with 2g of fat for every 1g of protein, as detailed in my videos. All carbohydrates, sugars, and alcohol must be strictly excluded to induce and maintain ketosis, and to prevent further damage and inflammation to the nervous system. Ketones serve as the brain's preferred energy source and readily cross the blood-brain barrier, where they are converted into fatty acids, the essential building blocks for brain tissue. Prioritize grass-fed fats such as tallow, butter, or lamb fat, incorporating them into every meal for optimal results. Exclusively eating grass-fed meat is not required, these fats can be purchased separately. Grass-fed butter is readily available, as is grass finished tallow, and less often grass finished lamb. Bone marrow and even brain are excellent options as well. Wild-caught fatty fish is also acceptable; however, grass-finished lamb fat contains approximately 20 times the omega-3 fatty acids (DHA and EPA) compared to even oily wild-caught fish. DHA, EPA, and cholesterol are essential for myelin sheath regeneration on axons. 2) Nutritional Supplementation: For the first month, consume 50-100g (a few ounces) of liver daily. This can then be reduced to three times per week, with concurrent monitoring of B12 and homocysteine to maintain optimal levels. Maintain B12 levels between 800-1200 pmol/L or 1100-1600 pg/mL (American units). Homocysteine levels should remain below 7. If homocysteine is elevated, regardless of B12 levels, increase B12 intake. If liver consumption is not feasible, supplement with a methylated multi-B vitamin and/or sublingual methylcobalamin (methylated B12). Allow the sublingual dose (2000-2500 mcg daily for the first month) to dissolve under the tongue for at least five minutes before swallowing. Monitor B12 levels as described above and adjust accordingly. When testing B12 levels, discontinue B vitamin and B12 supplementation for approximately one week prior to the test to avoid artificially elevated results. Supplemental B vitamins can also interfere with other blood tests, particularly B7 (biotin). 3) Light Optimization and Circadian Rhythm: Optimize vitamin D levels and circadian rhythm by exposing yourself to direct sunlight for 30 minutes each morning, looking towards the sun (but not directly at it). Refrain from wearing sunscreen, sunglasses, or corrective lenses during this time. Direct, unfiltered sunlight exposure on as much skin as possible, including the eyes, is crucial, and multiple exposures throughout the day are beneficial. Minimize exposure to screens and artificial blue light, especially in the evenings. Wear blue-light-blocking glasses when using electronic devices or under artificial light after sunset. Remember that MS prevalence decreases closer to the equator; emulate these conditions as much as possible. Maximize vitamin D absorption by delaying showering for at least six to eight hours after sun exposure. Vitamin D is produced in the skin's sebum and can be washed away, particularly with soap. Absorption can take up to 48 hours, so allowing at least six to eight hours is essential. Vitamin D3 can also be obtained from wild-caught fatty fish and grass-fed animal fats. Monitor vitamin D levels six weeks from commencing the protocol, aiming for the high end of the normal range or preferably above. While supplemental vitamin D3 with K2 is an option, natural sunlight exposure and proper diet is preferred. Take repeat blood tests every 6-8 weeks in order optimize these levels and maintain them there. Once stabilized with your current diet +/- supplementation, you can can extend this period to once every 6 months. 4) Physical Activity: Maintain an active lifestyle. Nerve stimulation promotes growth and repair. Engage in as much activity as possible, gradually increasing intensity each week. As tolerated, incorporate resistance training and, if possible, sprinting. If walking is all you can do though, then walk. If not, then work your way up to walking. Important Considerations: Underlying Principles: This protocol addresses the root causes of MS and provides the resources and stimuli for tissue repair. The dietary and light hygiene modifications aim to halt further damage. The specified nutrients and light exposure provide the building blocks for repair, while exercise and light stimulate regrowth. The Crucial Role of Light: One example of the beneficial nature of light is UVA exposure. UVA light directed into the eyes (without glasses or other filters), stimulates the production of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), which promotes brain growth, healing, and myelin repair. Proper light hygiene offers numerous benefits beyond BDNF stimulation, but it would be well worth it even if this were the only one. By adhering to this comprehensive protocol, individuals with MS can potentially achieve significantly improved outcomes compared to standard care. For the best results, ensure you are receiving proper medical supervision, particularly with regard to supplementation, blood work, and medications. Do not stop any medications until or unless it is appropriate to do so under medical supervision. *Always work closely with your healthcare provider when implementing any new interventions or protocols. #ms #multiplesclerosis #carnivore

Anthony Chaffee, MD

79,081 Aufrufe • vor 1 Jahr

PrismaX TeleOps feels like 𝐈 𝐝𝐢𝐝𝐧’𝐭 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐰𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐚 𝐫𝐨𝐛𝐨𝐭 𝐭𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲 instead 𝐈 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐝 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐲 Using PrismaX’s teleoperation, I remotely operated a real robotic arm in a live environment What felt like simple actions moving objects, adjusting grip, navigating space quickly showed how powerful human in the loop robotics really is Every small movement wasn’t just control It was training data for physical AI Great teleoperation isn’t about speed or flashy moves It’s built through consistency, awareness, and deliberate control over time. Small habits practiced every session quietly compound into real performance gains 1. Show up every time Consistency is the real multiplier Even short sessions add up when you never skip them Set reminders, plan ahead, and treat teleop like a commitment. Being present and focused is progress on its own 2. Control always beats speed Teleoperation rewards precision, not rushing You’re given enough time use it Slow, intentional movements reduce mistakes and lead to far better outcomes than fast, reactive inputs 3. Put yourself inside the robot Stop thinking of the robot as something distant. Operate from its point of view When your brain treats the robot as an extension of your body, coordination improves and movements feel more natural 4. Stay active to stay stable Long idle moments can break flow and stability Even subtle movements help maintain control and keep your focus sharp, making it easier to respond when adjustments are needed 5. Repetition creates fluency At first, the controls may feel unfamiliar and that’s expected With repetition, aligning, gripping, and lifting become automatic Muscle memory takes over, and teleop starts to feel intuitive Quick control guide W / S → move forward & backward A / D → arm left & right Q / E → move up & down Z / X → open & close grip ← / → → rotate grip C / V → slide base Teleop mastery is a long game. Stay consistent, stay intentional, and let small improvements stack into real skill
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PrismaX TeleOps feels like 𝐈 𝐝𝐢𝐝𝐧’𝐭 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐰𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐚 𝐫𝐨𝐛𝐨𝐭 𝐭𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲 instead 𝐈 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐝 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐲 Using PrismaX’s teleoperation, I remotely operated a real robotic arm in a live environment What felt like simple actions moving objects, adjusting grip, navigating space quickly showed how powerful human in the loop robotics really is Every small movement wasn’t just control It was training data for physical AI Great teleoperation isn’t about speed or flashy moves It’s built through consistency, awareness, and deliberate control over time. Small habits practiced every session quietly compound into real performance gains 1. Show up every time Consistency is the real multiplier Even short sessions add up when you never skip them Set reminders, plan ahead, and treat teleop like a commitment. Being present and focused is progress on its own 2. Control always beats speed Teleoperation rewards precision, not rushing You’re given enough time use it Slow, intentional movements reduce mistakes and lead to far better outcomes than fast, reactive inputs 3. Put yourself inside the robot Stop thinking of the robot as something distant. Operate from its point of view When your brain treats the robot as an extension of your body, coordination improves and movements feel more natural 4. Stay active to stay stable Long idle moments can break flow and stability Even subtle movements help maintain control and keep your focus sharp, making it easier to respond when adjustments are needed 5. Repetition creates fluency At first, the controls may feel unfamiliar and that’s expected With repetition, aligning, gripping, and lifting become automatic Muscle memory takes over, and teleop starts to feel intuitive Quick control guide W / S → move forward & backward A / D → arm left & right Q / E → move up & down Z / X → open & close grip ← / → → rotate grip C / V → slide base Teleop mastery is a long game. Stay consistent, stay intentional, and let small improvements stack into real skill

kingopw3

11,435 Aufrufe • vor 6 Monaten

Reindeer Herder in Northern Mongolia 🇲🇳 Mongolia’s Tsaatan Reindeer Herders; a diminishing nomadic tribe who live in depths of Taiga in northern Mongolia are one of last groups of nomadic reindeer herders in the world. There about 400 Dukha people of 70-80 families live in communities, usually a group of two to seven households. Mongolian reindeer people life is completely dependent on Reindeer they herd, often moving their small encampment tepees 5-10 times a year in search of suitable weather and moss for reindeer. This vast region is home to several thousand square kilometres of natural habitat classified as taiga (boreal forest) located within the Shishged River watershed of Altai-Sayan mountains (largest mountain range in southern Siberia) and provides home range for world’s southern-most indigenous reindeer population and their herders – Tsaatan. Mongolia’s Tsaatan reindeer herders are Mongolia’s smallest ethnic minority – a community of nomadic reindeer herders with strong shamanist beliefs. Originally from Tuva in Siberia, they have historically inhabited the border region of Russia and Mongolia. Ethnically, community identifies as Dukha, but their lifestyle as reindeer herders earned them Mongolian name Tsaatan, which means roughly ‘with reindeer.’ At end of 20th Century Mongolian reindeer number decreased drastically from 2280 to 616. Thanks to number of organizations, individuals, foundations, as well as Mongolian government contributed the Dukha tribe to keep their traditional way of life and increase reindeer head. Mongolian reindeer herder Tsaatans proudly celebrated 2000 Reindeer Festival in August 2019. Indeed, Mongolia reindeer number reached 2690 by 2020. Tsaatans use the reindeer as the main way of transportation such as travel for hunting, collection of firewood, as a pack animal for seasonal migrations, visiting relatives and friends, and traveling to town for shopping and trade. Reindeer milk is part of Tsaatans' staple food from which they make cheese, milk tea, butter, and yogurt. A reindeer gives 96-100 liters of thick and rich milk during milking season. Tsaatans occasionally eat reindeer meat, but overall they prefer to increase reindeer number instead of slaughtering. Tsaatans or Dukha people begin training reindeer for riding when reindeer are two years old ridden by children because adults are too heavy to ride two-year-old. However, ridden by adults at age of three when reindeer are strong enough. During nomadic movement, male reindeer usually carry loads weighing about 40kg while females carry up to 30kg. When weather is cooler, reindeer are vigorous and healthy. Dukhas usually settle down at an altitude of 2300m above the sea level, but 1800m in winter where they can be sheltered and avoid frigid winds. Snow is not an obstacle for reindeer to find and eat moss because they can dig in the snow with their hooves and find moss easily. Young males are castrated after mid-September when weather cools down. The end of September to early October is a mating season for reindeer. The gestation period for a reindeer is about seven months. Monthly, Mongolian government has been granting some amount of money both for adults and children in the community. Another source of income is tourism but it covers a few of the households depending on their encampment locations. Though, eco-friendly travel is vital. They randomly sell reindeer or its skin. Instead, hunt in mountains in autumn for winter food. Tsaatans have closest relation with nature and know how to use the herbs and plants for medicinal purposes or food. Surplus medicinal plants, berries, and pinecone nuts are sold in nearby towns or bartered in exchange for food and clothes. They, also catch fish spearing them with long poles. 🎥 : Dukha man singing a native song, while riding a reindeer 🎥© bagaa_adventurer (IG) #archaeohistories
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Reindeer Herder in Northern Mongolia 🇲🇳 Mongolia’s Tsaatan Reindeer Herders; a diminishing nomadic tribe who live in depths of Taiga in northern Mongolia are one of last groups of nomadic reindeer herders in the world. There about 400 Dukha people of 70-80 families live in communities, usually a group of two to seven households. Mongolian reindeer people life is completely dependent on Reindeer they herd, often moving their small encampment tepees 5-10 times a year in search of suitable weather and moss for reindeer. This vast region is home to several thousand square kilometres of natural habitat classified as taiga (boreal forest) located within the Shishged River watershed of Altai-Sayan mountains (largest mountain range in southern Siberia) and provides home range for world’s southern-most indigenous reindeer population and their herders – Tsaatan. Mongolia’s Tsaatan reindeer herders are Mongolia’s smallest ethnic minority – a community of nomadic reindeer herders with strong shamanist beliefs. Originally from Tuva in Siberia, they have historically inhabited the border region of Russia and Mongolia. Ethnically, community identifies as Dukha, but their lifestyle as reindeer herders earned them Mongolian name Tsaatan, which means roughly ‘with reindeer.’ At end of 20th Century Mongolian reindeer number decreased drastically from 2280 to 616. Thanks to number of organizations, individuals, foundations, as well as Mongolian government contributed the Dukha tribe to keep their traditional way of life and increase reindeer head. Mongolian reindeer herder Tsaatans proudly celebrated 2000 Reindeer Festival in August 2019. Indeed, Mongolia reindeer number reached 2690 by 2020. Tsaatans use the reindeer as the main way of transportation such as travel for hunting, collection of firewood, as a pack animal for seasonal migrations, visiting relatives and friends, and traveling to town for shopping and trade. Reindeer milk is part of Tsaatans' staple food from which they make cheese, milk tea, butter, and yogurt. A reindeer gives 96-100 liters of thick and rich milk during milking season. Tsaatans occasionally eat reindeer meat, but overall they prefer to increase reindeer number instead of slaughtering. Tsaatans or Dukha people begin training reindeer for riding when reindeer are two years old ridden by children because adults are too heavy to ride two-year-old. However, ridden by adults at age of three when reindeer are strong enough. During nomadic movement, male reindeer usually carry loads weighing about 40kg while females carry up to 30kg. When weather is cooler, reindeer are vigorous and healthy. Dukhas usually settle down at an altitude of 2300m above the sea level, but 1800m in winter where they can be sheltered and avoid frigid winds. Snow is not an obstacle for reindeer to find and eat moss because they can dig in the snow with their hooves and find moss easily. Young males are castrated after mid-September when weather cools down. The end of September to early October is a mating season for reindeer. The gestation period for a reindeer is about seven months. Monthly, Mongolian government has been granting some amount of money both for adults and children in the community. Another source of income is tourism but it covers a few of the households depending on their encampment locations. Though, eco-friendly travel is vital. They randomly sell reindeer or its skin. Instead, hunt in mountains in autumn for winter food. Tsaatans have closest relation with nature and know how to use the herbs and plants for medicinal purposes or food. Surplus medicinal plants, berries, and pinecone nuts are sold in nearby towns or bartered in exchange for food and clothes. They, also catch fish spearing them with long poles. 🎥 : Dukha man singing a native song, while riding a reindeer 🎥© bagaa_adventurer (IG) #archaeohistories

Archaeo - Histories

38,020 Aufrufe • vor 1 Jahr

Most people still think saving money is the way to get ahead… But let’s be real…if you’re making $70K a year, even if you cut back on Starbucks, cancel Netflix, and never eat out again… You’d still have to work for years (or even decades) to become a millionaire, all while hating your life during the process. Building wealth should be fun & something you enjoy rather than forcing yourself to live miserably. So, instead of solely focusing on saving money, you have to increase your income so you can create a bigger margin. This will allow you to maintain your lifestyle while still saving more money than you could have before. But that’s only step 1... 🔹 Step 2: Save $15K from your job or business. Work extra shifts (like I did as a cop), get a 2nd job, get a higher paying job, sign more clients, etc. 🔹 Step 3: Start a passive income business I’d go all in on the credit card machine business. All you have to do is place credit card machines at local businesses & get a 1% commission whenever someone swipes their card. I started my credit card machine business 2 years ago and today it pays me $25k/mo. 🔹 Step 4: Grow your passive income to $10K/month. Making a few hundred dollars monthly is great, but the real “fun” begins once you grow your passive income to $10,000/month. That’s when you can get ahead very quickly. 🔹 Step 5: Stack $100K in savings. Use your job to continue paying your bills and stack your passive income until you have enough (~$100k) for step 5. 🔹 Step 6: Buy your first rental property. Once you have the cash flow from your active income and passive income…Invest it into rentals that will grow your wealth. 🔹 Step 7: Repeat until you own $1M+ in real estate. From there, you “simply” rinse & repeat. Use your active income to grow your passive income. Use your passive income to buy more real estate. Until you own $1m+ in real estate and your passive income & cash flow from your rentals comfortably pays for your lifestyle. If you want free training on how to start a passive credit card machine business in 2025… Comment “Training” and I’ll send it.
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Most people still think saving money is the way to get ahead… But let’s be real…if you’re making $70K a year, even if you cut back on Starbucks, cancel Netflix, and never eat out again… You’d still have to work for years (or even decades) to become a millionaire, all while hating your life during the process. Building wealth should be fun & something you enjoy rather than forcing yourself to live miserably. So, instead of solely focusing on saving money, you have to increase your income so you can create a bigger margin. This will allow you to maintain your lifestyle while still saving more money than you could have before. But that’s only step 1... 🔹 Step 2: Save $15K from your job or business. Work extra shifts (like I did as a cop), get a 2nd job, get a higher paying job, sign more clients, etc. 🔹 Step 3: Start a passive income business I’d go all in on the credit card machine business. All you have to do is place credit card machines at local businesses & get a 1% commission whenever someone swipes their card. I started my credit card machine business 2 years ago and today it pays me $25k/mo. 🔹 Step 4: Grow your passive income to $10K/month. Making a few hundred dollars monthly is great, but the real “fun” begins once you grow your passive income to $10,000/month. That’s when you can get ahead very quickly. 🔹 Step 5: Stack $100K in savings. Use your job to continue paying your bills and stack your passive income until you have enough (~$100k) for step 5. 🔹 Step 6: Buy your first rental property. Once you have the cash flow from your active income and passive income…Invest it into rentals that will grow your wealth. 🔹 Step 7: Repeat until you own $1M+ in real estate. From there, you “simply” rinse & repeat. Use your active income to grow your passive income. Use your passive income to buy more real estate. Until you own $1m+ in real estate and your passive income & cash flow from your rentals comfortably pays for your lifestyle. If you want free training on how to start a passive credit card machine business in 2025… Comment “Training” and I’ll send it.

Paul Alex | Cop to CEO

68,312 Aufrufe • vor 1 Jahr

The first movement of Violin Concerto in E minor, Op. 64 is one of Felix Mendelssohn-Bartholdy's most celebrated works. It is admired for the lyrical, vocal quality of its melodies and the coherence of its structure. Yet the enduring vitality of the movement arises not from these qualities alone, but from the way Mendelssohn shapes the entire work as a continuous process of development, in which each musical idea grows from material already established while simultaneously preparing the way for what follows. It is this organic continuity that gives the movement its distinctive persuasive power. To understand why, one must begin with its most concrete musical details. The first striking feature is Mendelssohn's decision to introduce the solo violin almost immediately, rather than reserving an extended orchestral introduction in the manner of the Classical concerto tradition. The violin enters at once with the principal theme, unfolding a melody that is long, supple and unmistakably song-like. From the opening bars, the listener does not feel as though the narrative is waiting to begin; rather, one is drawn into a musical process that already seems to be in motion. This manner of opening establishes a sense of continuity from the very outset and defines the character of the movement as a whole. The violin's melodic writing is built chiefly from stepwise motion interspersed with moderate leaps. Instead of presenting isolated musical gestures, Mendelssohn shapes his phrases into long, flowing arcs, each seeming to arise naturally from the one before it. As one motif reaches its conclusion, its closing notes frequently become the point of departure for the next. The ear therefore seldom perceives the music as a sequence of detached units, but rather as a single line of development unfolding from within itself. Equally significant is Mendelssohn's treatment of his musical motifs. He rarely introduces an entirely new idea only to abandon the old. Instead, previously stated motifs are continually transformed through changes of pitch, rhythm, expression or harmonic setting. When a familiar motif returns in a new guise, the listener immediately recognises its relationship to what has already been heard while simultaneously perceiving its transformation. It is this union of familiarity and renewal that allows the music to develop without ever seeming fragmented. Rhythm likewise plays an essential part in sustaining this continuous movement. Between the violin's expansive lyrical phrases appear short, flexible rhythmic figures that provide constant forward impetus. These patterns, however, never unfold at random. They are frequently repeated with subtle adjustments of accent or metrical emphasis, sufficient to maintain momentum while preserving a sense of unity. The listener therefore experiences an unbroken impulse of progression without any impression that the musical thread has been interrupted. At a deeper level, it is the harmony that gives the entire process a clear sense of direction. Mendelssohn creates moments of tension through passing harmonies, non-chord tones and carefully judged modulations into closely related keys. Yet each expansion is meticulously prepared and ultimately resolved back to stable tonal centres. The ear continually rediscovers its tonal point of reference and thus never loses sight of the broader trajectory of the movement. The orchestra is organised according to the same principle. It serves not merely as accompaniment to the solo violin but frequently receives, echoes and develops the motifs first introduced by the soloist. As musical ideas pass from violin to orchestra and back again, the listener perceives not two independent voices but a single musical thought unfolding through contrasting colours. The dialogue between soloist and orchestra therefore creates not opposition but an ever richer expansion of the musical structure while preserving its essential unity. As the movement unfolds, the listener is drawn not only to the beauty of its melodies but also to the relationships between them. Each idea leads naturally to the next, so that the entire movement appears as an organic whole in continual expansion rather than a succession of isolated episodes. Its persuasive power lies not in any single memorable passage, but in the coherence of the process as a whole. At a deeper level, the first movement embodies not merely a principle of musical composition but a broader principle of living systems. The work is constructed as a process in which no element exists in isolation. Each motif inherits material from its predecessor, is transformed into a new form, and in turn becomes the foundation for subsequent development. It is precisely this uninterrupted sequence of inheritance and transformation that gives the music its vitality. The same principle may be observed in the workings of the natural world. Life is sustained not by isolated parts but by continuous cycles of exchange and mutual support. The human body functions in this manner. Oxygen passes from the lungs into the bloodstream; the blood carries it to every cell where energy is produced, before returning the products of metabolism to continue the cycle. Each stage depends upon the one before it while simultaneously preparing the conditions for the next. No single link exists solely for itself; each both receives from and contributes to the others. Should one essential link in this cycle be broken, the entire system gradually loses its capacity to sustain itself. Life endures not because its individual parts exist independently, but because an unbroken cycle binds them together into a unified whole. The first movement of the concerto is organised according to a comparable principle. Melodies do not simply appear and disappear; they become the material from which subsequent motifs are fashioned. These motifs are reshaped through new rhythmic and harmonic contexts before being taken up, expanded and returned by the orchestra to the solo violin. No idea is detached from the larger process. Every element receives material from what precedes it while preparing the conditions for what follows. Through this continual exchange, inheritance and transformation, Mendelssohn creates a musical cycle in which each idea both nourishes and is nourished by the others. It is perhaps because the movement reflects such a principle that it possesses so natural and compelling a character. Its beauty resides not merely in individual melodies or episodes of development, but in the way every musical element remains connected within a continuous cycle of motion, where each part both receives from and supports the rest, preserving the unity of the whole. This is the deepest source of the first movement's enduring power. Mendelssohn does not assemble a succession of disconnected ideas; he creates a living organism in which every musical element continually inherits, transforms and sustains the others. It is this unbroken cycle that has endowed the concerto with its lasting vitality and enabled it to continue moving listeners across generations.
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The first movement of Violin Concerto in E minor, Op. 64 is one of Felix Mendelssohn-Bartholdy's most celebrated works. It is admired for the lyrical, vocal quality of its melodies and the coherence of its structure. Yet the enduring vitality of the movement arises not from these qualities alone, but from the way Mendelssohn shapes the entire work as a continuous process of development, in which each musical idea grows from material already established while simultaneously preparing the way for what follows. It is this organic continuity that gives the movement its distinctive persuasive power. To understand why, one must begin with its most concrete musical details. The first striking feature is Mendelssohn's decision to introduce the solo violin almost immediately, rather than reserving an extended orchestral introduction in the manner of the Classical concerto tradition. The violin enters at once with the principal theme, unfolding a melody that is long, supple and unmistakably song-like. From the opening bars, the listener does not feel as though the narrative is waiting to begin; rather, one is drawn into a musical process that already seems to be in motion. This manner of opening establishes a sense of continuity from the very outset and defines the character of the movement as a whole. The violin's melodic writing is built chiefly from stepwise motion interspersed with moderate leaps. Instead of presenting isolated musical gestures, Mendelssohn shapes his phrases into long, flowing arcs, each seeming to arise naturally from the one before it. As one motif reaches its conclusion, its closing notes frequently become the point of departure for the next. The ear therefore seldom perceives the music as a sequence of detached units, but rather as a single line of development unfolding from within itself. Equally significant is Mendelssohn's treatment of his musical motifs. He rarely introduces an entirely new idea only to abandon the old. Instead, previously stated motifs are continually transformed through changes of pitch, rhythm, expression or harmonic setting. When a familiar motif returns in a new guise, the listener immediately recognises its relationship to what has already been heard while simultaneously perceiving its transformation. It is this union of familiarity and renewal that allows the music to develop without ever seeming fragmented. Rhythm likewise plays an essential part in sustaining this continuous movement. Between the violin's expansive lyrical phrases appear short, flexible rhythmic figures that provide constant forward impetus. These patterns, however, never unfold at random. They are frequently repeated with subtle adjustments of accent or metrical emphasis, sufficient to maintain momentum while preserving a sense of unity. The listener therefore experiences an unbroken impulse of progression without any impression that the musical thread has been interrupted. At a deeper level, it is the harmony that gives the entire process a clear sense of direction. Mendelssohn creates moments of tension through passing harmonies, non-chord tones and carefully judged modulations into closely related keys. Yet each expansion is meticulously prepared and ultimately resolved back to stable tonal centres. The ear continually rediscovers its tonal point of reference and thus never loses sight of the broader trajectory of the movement. The orchestra is organised according to the same principle. It serves not merely as accompaniment to the solo violin but frequently receives, echoes and develops the motifs first introduced by the soloist. As musical ideas pass from violin to orchestra and back again, the listener perceives not two independent voices but a single musical thought unfolding through contrasting colours. The dialogue between soloist and orchestra therefore creates not opposition but an ever richer expansion of the musical structure while preserving its essential unity. As the movement unfolds, the listener is drawn not only to the beauty of its melodies but also to the relationships between them. Each idea leads naturally to the next, so that the entire movement appears as an organic whole in continual expansion rather than a succession of isolated episodes. Its persuasive power lies not in any single memorable passage, but in the coherence of the process as a whole. At a deeper level, the first movement embodies not merely a principle of musical composition but a broader principle of living systems. The work is constructed as a process in which no element exists in isolation. Each motif inherits material from its predecessor, is transformed into a new form, and in turn becomes the foundation for subsequent development. It is precisely this uninterrupted sequence of inheritance and transformation that gives the music its vitality. The same principle may be observed in the workings of the natural world. Life is sustained not by isolated parts but by continuous cycles of exchange and mutual support. The human body functions in this manner. Oxygen passes from the lungs into the bloodstream; the blood carries it to every cell where energy is produced, before returning the products of metabolism to continue the cycle. Each stage depends upon the one before it while simultaneously preparing the conditions for the next. No single link exists solely for itself; each both receives from and contributes to the others. Should one essential link in this cycle be broken, the entire system gradually loses its capacity to sustain itself. Life endures not because its individual parts exist independently, but because an unbroken cycle binds them together into a unified whole. The first movement of the concerto is organised according to a comparable principle. Melodies do not simply appear and disappear; they become the material from which subsequent motifs are fashioned. These motifs are reshaped through new rhythmic and harmonic contexts before being taken up, expanded and returned by the orchestra to the solo violin. No idea is detached from the larger process. Every element receives material from what precedes it while preparing the conditions for what follows. Through this continual exchange, inheritance and transformation, Mendelssohn creates a musical cycle in which each idea both nourishes and is nourished by the others. It is perhaps because the movement reflects such a principle that it possesses so natural and compelling a character. Its beauty resides not merely in individual melodies or episodes of development, but in the way every musical element remains connected within a continuous cycle of motion, where each part both receives from and supports the rest, preserving the unity of the whole. This is the deepest source of the first movement's enduring power. Mendelssohn does not assemble a succession of disconnected ideas; he creates a living organism in which every musical element continually inherits, transforms and sustains the others. It is this unbroken cycle that has endowed the concerto with its lasting vitality and enabled it to continue moving listeners across generations.

𝗖𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗱𝗶𝗲𝘀

12,733 Aufrufe • vor 1 Monat

Struggling to improve your bench press? Here’s how to identify and fix your weaknesses to increase your bench Let’s start with some form tips Big Arch - Retract your shoulder blades and drive your traps into bench by digging them into the pad. Maintain that tightness throughout the duration of the lift Bend the Bar - Act like you’re trying to bend the bar before you lift off. This causes you to externally rotate elbows to engage your lats which is crucial for a heavy bench Deep Breath - Take a deep breath before lift off and hold it in until you lift the bar where you’ll blow the air out on the way up Keep wrists straight - Wrap up your wrists tight with some wrist wraps. Don’t let wrists go limp on the concentric (lifting portion of the press). You’re losing poundage if you do Lower the bar with control - This is where lats and rear delts come into play. Nice and controlled descent and hit just below pecs Keep the arch - don’t let the bar sink into your chest and lose your arch. Keep air in and core tight the entire lift. This shortens the range of motion and allows you to stay tight and in control of the bar Leg drive and act like you’re standing up off the bench - As you explode up, drive your feet and push the bar back as if you’re trying to stand up off the bench. Weak off the chest? Likely an issue with pec strength. Here’s some exercises to help with that: -Pause Bench (1-3 seconds) -Wide Grip Bench -Incline Barbell Press -Spoto Presses -Weighted Dips -DB Flat/Incline Presses Weak with the lockout portion of the lift? Likely a weakness in your triceps or shoulders. Exercises to help with that: -Close Grip Bench -Board Presses -Pin Presses -Floor Presses -Skullcrushers -Weighted Dips -Military Presses -Slingshot Press -JM Presses -Overhead Presses Few other pieces of advice: 1) Get that back as big and strong as you can! Makes it a helluva lot easier to control the weight and add stability if our lats can support the weight. This will also carry over into your squat and deadlift. Row, row, and then row some more. Pullups/Pulldowns like crazy especially before you bench to get blood flowing back there which will help you feel and engage your lats before you lift. 2) Get a mini bicep pump from some curls before you press. Nothing heavy but having some blood in the biceps can help with tendonitis issues and help protect your joints. 3) Warm up the shoulders using a resistance band to get blood flowing to the rear delts and loosen up the shoulders. Take a foam roller and scrub the hell out of your lats as well to loosen up your shoulders.
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Struggling to improve your bench press? Here’s how to identify and fix your weaknesses to increase your bench Let’s start with some form tips Big Arch - Retract your shoulder blades and drive your traps into bench by digging them into the pad. Maintain that tightness throughout the duration of the lift Bend the Bar - Act like you’re trying to bend the bar before you lift off. This causes you to externally rotate elbows to engage your lats which is crucial for a heavy bench Deep Breath - Take a deep breath before lift off and hold it in until you lift the bar where you’ll blow the air out on the way up Keep wrists straight - Wrap up your wrists tight with some wrist wraps. Don’t let wrists go limp on the concentric (lifting portion of the press). You’re losing poundage if you do Lower the bar with control - This is where lats and rear delts come into play. Nice and controlled descent and hit just below pecs Keep the arch - don’t let the bar sink into your chest and lose your arch. Keep air in and core tight the entire lift. This shortens the range of motion and allows you to stay tight and in control of the bar Leg drive and act like you’re standing up off the bench - As you explode up, drive your feet and push the bar back as if you’re trying to stand up off the bench. Weak off the chest? Likely an issue with pec strength. Here’s some exercises to help with that: -Pause Bench (1-3 seconds) -Wide Grip Bench -Incline Barbell Press -Spoto Presses -Weighted Dips -DB Flat/Incline Presses Weak with the lockout portion of the lift? Likely a weakness in your triceps or shoulders. Exercises to help with that: -Close Grip Bench -Board Presses -Pin Presses -Floor Presses -Skullcrushers -Weighted Dips -Military Presses -Slingshot Press -JM Presses -Overhead Presses Few other pieces of advice: 1) Get that back as big and strong as you can! Makes it a helluva lot easier to control the weight and add stability if our lats can support the weight. This will also carry over into your squat and deadlift. Row, row, and then row some more. Pullups/Pulldowns like crazy especially before you bench to get blood flowing back there which will help you feel and engage your lats before you lift. 2) Get a mini bicep pump from some curls before you press. Nothing heavy but having some blood in the biceps can help with tendonitis issues and help protect your joints. 3) Warm up the shoulders using a resistance band to get blood flowing to the rear delts and loosen up the shoulders. Take a foam roller and scrub the hell out of your lats as well to loosen up your shoulders.

Bailey Schober | Men’s Fitness & Nutrition Coach

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