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Positive Exercise 4 Health, Mental Health and Addiction vs. Pure & Free

Fuck me but I have the worst DOMS in my legs today. It's odd that day 2 is often the worst, especially for quads. Today, quads, glutes, and hams are just so tender and stiff.
 
Not sure what creatine respiration is? Do tell.

But I do generally take creatine, at least before lifting. Between 5-10 grams. I do feel stronger when I take it. But since taking testosterone I have found creatines benefit present but minor. Like a 10% difference.

Today, hit mainly back with some chest- Seated row, lat pulldown, one armed row on Hammer strength machine, smith machine chest press (trying to avoid shoulder/elbow pain), straight arm pulldown, Cable crossover. 1hr and absolutely blasted myself. Now for a few days off.

For you folks lifting weights, I'm curious if you can describe your split. And I'm a geek so feel free to go into the finer details if you want (eg. What exact lifts you've done for each session). Love to compare notes.
 
swilow said:
Not sure what creatine respiration is? Do tell.

But I do generally take creatine, at least before lifting. Between 5-10 grams. I do feel stronger when I take it. But since taking testosterone I have found creatines benefit present but minor. Like a 10% difference.

Today, hit mainly back with some chest- Seated row, lat pulldown, one armed row on Hammer strength machine, smith machine chest press (trying to avoid shoulder/elbow pain), straight arm pulldown, Cable crossover. 1hr and absolutely blasted myself. Now for a few days off.

For you folks lifting weights, I'm curious if you can describe your split. And I'm a geek so feel free to go into the finer details if you want (eg. What exact lifts you've done for each session). Love to compare notes.
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There are three types of respiration.

Aerobic
C6H12O6 + 6O2 → 6CO2 + 6H2O (glucose + oxygen -> carbon dioxide + water).

Anarobic
C6H12O6 -> 2C3H6O3 (Glucose -> Lactic acid).
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Anaerobic respiration also produces energy and uses glucose, but it produces less energy and does not require oxygen. This is useful in tissues which have a high energy demand such as in working muscles, in which there is not enough oxygen to produce all the energy needed by using aerobic respiration alone. Anaerobic respiration takes place in the cell cytoplasm and produces lactic acid. The chemical equation is C6H12O6 -> 2C3H6O3 (Glucose -> Lactic acid). The lactic acid then needs to be oxidised later to carbon dioxide and water afterwards to prevent it building up. This process requires oxygen and therefore following anaerobic respiration there is oxygen debt in the cell, as oxygen is needed to break down the lactic acid produced.


Creatine Respiration
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"The muscles of the body function through the use of ATP, or adenosine triphosphate, to power contractions. When one molecule of ATP is used in the contraction process, it is hydrolyzed to ADP, adenosine diphosphate, and an inorganic phosphate. The muscles’ limited ATP supply is used very quickly in muscle activity, so the need to regenerate ATP is essential. One of the ways that this ATP supply is regenerated is through the molecule creatine phosphate (or phosphocreatine). In the process of regeneration of ATP, creatine phosphate transfers a high-energy phosphate to ADP. The products of this reaction are ATP and creatine."

So when pushed the body uses phosphocreatine to create ATP instead of the anaerobic respiration which has a product of lactic acid. So we don't get as sore.

I skipped out today as it was a long day at work and I would have been lifting with the 9-5 heard.. ugg. hitting tomorrow and wen.
 
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Is it weird that I actually enjoy DOMS somewhat? I actually miss them when I become adjusted and they go away.

If I were to guess it's because it indirectly reduces my anxiety from feeling both more tired and also accomplished. I feel more relaxed when I have DOMS.
 
swilow said:
What's your Leg day look like? Did Leg day part II last night- hack squat, Split squat, hip thrust, calf raise, leg curl/leg extension. Hit shoulders/abs tonight- OHP, front and side raise, upright row, rear fly then cable crunch, farmers carry and lying leg raise.

Time to drink some kava and relax 😎💪
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Yo! A nice 5k run, scissors and jump rope!
 
Snafu in the Void said:
Is it weird that I actually enjoy DOMS somewhat? I actually miss them when I become adjusted and they go away.

If I were to guess it's because it indirectly reduces my anxiety from feeling both more tired and also accomplished. I feel more relaxed when I have DOMS.
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I like DOMS as it affirms that I've been hitting right muscles. But 3 day leg DOMS kinda gets wearisome...

Last night, Upper body- pullups, machine press, seated row, incline press, straight arm pulldown, upright row, dips. Come to me gainz 😎💪
 
neversickanymore said:
There are three types of respiration.

Aerobic
C6H12O6 + 6O2 → 6CO2 + 6H2O (glucose + oxygen -> carbon dioxide + water).

Anarobic
C6H12O6 -> 2C3H6O3 (Glucose -> Lactic acid).
NSFW:
Anaerobic respiration also produces energy and uses glucose, but it produces less energy and does not require oxygen. This is useful in tissues which have a high energy demand such as in working muscles, in which there is not enough oxygen to produce all the energy needed by using aerobic respiration alone. Anaerobic respiration takes place in the cell cytoplasm and produces lactic acid. The chemical equation is C6H12O6 -> 2C3H6O3 (Glucose -> Lactic acid). The lactic acid then needs to be oxidised later to carbon dioxide and water afterwards to prevent it building up. This process requires oxygen and therefore following anaerobic respiration there is oxygen debt in the cell, as oxygen is needed to break down the lactic acid produced.


Creatine Respiration
creatine_reviewPCT01.JPG

"The muscles of the body function through the use of ATP, or adenosine triphosphate, to power contractions. When one molecule of ATP is used in the contraction process, it is hydrolyzed to ADP, adenosine diphosphate, and an inorganic phosphate. The muscles’ limited ATP supply is used very quickly in muscle activity, so the need to regenerate ATP is essential. One of the ways that this ATP supply is regenerated is through the molecule creatine phosphate (or phosphocreatine). In the process of regeneration of ATP, creatine phosphate transfers a high-energy phosphate to ADP. The products of this reaction are ATP and creatine."

So when pushed the body uses phosphocreatine to create ATP instead of the anaerobic respiration which has a product of lactic acid. So we don't get as sore.
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I still don't quite get it but if it's induced by supplementing creatine, I'm doing it. 😀

What other supplements do you take? I've tried a whole bunch but just stick with creatine now. Beta alanine had some benefit but was expensive and minor effects, glutamine did nothing... besides creatine, I've found curcumin helpful for joint pain but reckon most supps are pointless.
 
swilow said:
I still don't quite get it but if it's induced by supplementing creatine, I'm doing it. 😀

What other supplements do you take? I've tried a whole bunch but just stick with creatine now. Beta alanine had some benefit but was expensive and minor effects, glutamine did nothing... besides creatine, I've found curcumin helpful for joint pain but reckon most supps are pointless.
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Me too, just creatine. I take multi vitamin, vitamin D, fish oil, vitamin B1, folic acid, and tyrosine. I can probably stop taking the vitamin B1 and folic acid now that I no longer drink.

Creatine allows muscle contraction without creating lactic acid which is a major reason we get sore muscles:)
 
I feel like I'm slightly stronger when I take creatine which may be placebo but keeps me taking it. How much are you taking and when? I take a "scoop" which is probably 5-8grams and find it best about 30mins before lifting..
 
I've heard it's not particularly relevant when one takes creatine, but more the amount ingested. Who knows?

Gotta say, I'm incredibly fucking sore today. Upper body workout last night, and I feel really banged up this morning. Both elbows, right shoulder and hips feel nasty.
 
swilow said:
I've heard it's not particularly relevant when one takes creatine, but more the amount ingested. Who knows?

Gotta say, I'm incredibly fucking sore today. Upper body workout last night, and I feel really banged up this morning. Both elbows, right shoulder and hips feel nasty.
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