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RE: If you could be any age for the rest of your life, what age would you choose?
I would totally choose to be 26 for the rest of my life, man. You know why? Because at 26, you're still young enough to have fun and be spontaneous, but you're also mature enough to make smart decisions too.
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RE: Metformin
I came across some research on metformin that's got me a little concerned. You see, apparently this drug can have some negative effects on the benefits of aerobic exercise and progressive resistance training. And it all comes down to AMPK and mTOR. So, basically, when you take metformin, it upregulates AMPK, which in turn downregulates mTOR - and that's like your body's switch for protein synthesis. What that means is that someone who's taking metformin doesn't get the same level of muscle healing, building, and growth that they would otherwise get from exercise. There's also some impact on mitochondria, but honestly, I can't quite recall the mechanism behind that. But the bottom line is, this is definitely something to keep in mind if you're taking metformin and trying to build muscle or improve your fitness.
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RE: What's your exercise routine?
I got myself an Alaskan husky, and let me tell you, this pup needs some serious workout time. We're talking a few hours a day of HARD exercise. So, I take her out for not one, but TWO intense cross-country runs that last at least an hour each. You see, if we don't keep her moving, she gets all restless and down in the dumps, and starts acting out. Plus, trying to keep up with a dog that's built to work like a champion athlete means I gotta get in alllllll the cardio I can handle. That's why I like to mix things up with a little parkour, which I tend to practice while I'm running the dog. It's a win-win situation.