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  1. JoshF

    2 New Yamaha receivers with YPAO and DPL IIx!

    Rob: Where'd you see this? Would love to see more info about the new 750.
  2. JoshF

    ***Official THE PASSION OF THE CHRIST Discussion Thread (including THE PASSION RECUT)

    Agreed. This is equally sad: http://www.cnn.com/2004/US/Central/0....ap/index.html
  3. JoshF

    Bowflex xtreme?

    You may want to re-think getting that Bowflex, especially a used one: http://www.cnn.com/2004/HEALTH/diet.....ap/index.html
  4. JoshF

    December NPD's - The sheep have spoken

    I'm confused. Are you saying all PS2 games are crap, and all the Gamecube and Xbox games are great but aren't getting the attention they deserve? That's a pretty silly generalization. Were it not for the big-sellers, you wouldn't have the choices you have as a hardcore gamer today.
  5. JoshF

    Want to get in shape for 2004?

    Careful with fruit in the shakes. You only want to do that occasionally. Fructose is a pretty simple sugar. It's good for after a workout, but you may want to avoid it later during the day / night. I prefer the vanilla wheys since they're more versatile. One of my favorite late-night shakes...
  6. JoshF

    Can anyone suggest a leather conditioner for my 8 yr old Natuzzi couch?

    I just use standard old-school saddle soap. Cleans and conditions. Works beautifully.
  7. JoshF

    Subway and Atkins???

    The fat and sodium and calorie contents of these things are horrible. There are much better alternatives, surely.
  8. JoshF

    can't sleep.

    Exercise. With regular exercise (5 times a week), I can fall asleep anywhere, anytime.
  9. JoshF

    who to contact with game ideas?!

    From Nintendo: How can I submit my game idea? Nintendo has some of the most devoted, enthusiastic fans of any game developer. Each week, we receive hundreds of questions and suggestions about our games and systems. While we would love to use ideas from fans to develop actual products...
  10. JoshF

    What are the coolest in-game worlds you’ve ever seen?

    ICO hands-down.
  11. JoshF

    final fantasy 12 release date?

    I'd say your estimates are a little early, Morgan, especially for the US. They're going to want some time for people to buy up FFXI, at least 6-12 months, before they put out XII.
  12. JoshF

    Top Ten PSone games ever...

    Tekken 3 Final Fantasy VII Legend of Legaia Final Fantasy IX Heart of Darkness (do NOT miss this game) Crash Bandicoot Klonoa Dance Dance Revolution Parasite Eve
  13. JoshF

    2003 ML Baseball Playoff Discussion Thread

    I was at the game last night. I'm drinking hot water with honey in the hopes of getting my voice back. What an amazing evening. Sorry, again, Sox fans. Wasn't your year. Let's go Yankees!
  14. JoshF

    2003 ML Baseball Discussion Thread

    An interesting read: http://www.villagevoice.com/issues/0339/barra.php
  15. JoshF

    Why are people such nasty SOBs when they drive?

    Ugh. I was in LA last week to visit with family, and as usual, rented a car. I hate driving there. I so don't miss having a car. The thing that boggles my mind in regards to driving in LA is that when you signal to change lanes, the person in the next lane will SPEED UP to keep you from...
  16. JoshF

    How to get rid of a big belly?

    Gary: You're losing weight all over, definitely, but you're not gonna spot-reduce your stomach. Looser pants can result from fat loss in the back, the sides, the legs, the buttocks, and even the upper legs. I'd venture to guess you're eating better as well if you're dropping fat.
  17. JoshF

    How to get rid of a big belly?

    Situps won't do much for you. Spot-reduction is a myth. You'll need an overall diet, resistance training and cardio plan. Most important is diet.
  18. JoshF

    Giant power Outages?

    Ugh. It took 28 hours here in Manhattan, NYC. Power went back on last night around 8pm. What's more, we had no water.
  19. JoshF

    What to do behind the Orange Curtain?

    The tar pits are in La Brea, which is LA proper, not OC. About an hour away without traffic. In OC, I'd recommend Huntington Beach if you're a beach person. The Orange Circle is cool if you're into thrift shopping and clothing. South Coast Plaza if you're into shopping. Angel Stadium if...
  20. JoshF

    what is it with the stereotype associated with asians?

    How about the stereotypes associated with how others treat Asians? My girlfriend is Asian, and she is always getting hit on by the slimiest guys who, for some reason, think she'll swoon once they say, "You know, I just love Asian chicks." Uh, yeah. Works every time. She also always has...
  21. JoshF

    Losing weight - Am I doing everything right?

    Jason: Put the bagel down. Step away from the bagel, sir. If anything, have a whole-wheat bagel if you can find it, but then you'll want to forego the cream cheese. Oatmeal is a good breakfast alternative. So are some cereals and yogurts. Those take maybe 1 minute to prepare. Make the...
  22. JoshF

    Losing weight - Am I doing everything right?

    I avoid Powerbars, personally. Lots of weird oils and too many sugar carbs. There are much better quick meals you can have, like cottage cheese, apples, oatmeal, etc. If I have to eat 228 calories of something, it ain't gonna be this: Amount Per 1 bar (2.25 oz) Calories*228.8 Calories...
  23. JoshF

    Losing weight - Am I doing everything right?

    I'm with Bill on the above supplements. Whey protein is absorbed very fast and it's perfect for the couple hours immediately following a workout. Add some dextrose and / or maltodextrin for the insulin spike and you're feeding your muscles right.
  24. JoshF

    Losing weight - Am I doing everything right?

    As far as cereals go, some are great. Kashi Golean, for instance, is wonderful stuff. Lots of fiber, complex carbs, and even protein. I'm now down from 195lbs at around 23% body fat to 178lbs at 10% bodyfat. As you can see, I've added around 10lbs of muscle while losing around 28 lbs of fat...
  25. JoshF

    Weightlifting question

    Great minds think alike.
  26. JoshF

    Weightlifting question

    Protein supplements are fine. Don't, however, think of them as replacements for macro-nutritional sources of protein. Get both. Whey protein is great post-workout because it gets absorbed very quickly. Cassein protein (like that found in cottage cheese) is great as your last meal before...
  27. JoshF

    My personal Fitness, Diet and Nutrition Plan for losing fat and staying fit : )

    This is written by a friend who knows his stuff: al·co·hol — noun Intoxicating liquor (as in wiskey, beer, or wine) containing alcohol. _____ Alcoholic beverages and bodybuilding simply don't mix well. I know that it would be wonderful if it were otherwise, but it's not...
  28. JoshF

    Weightlifting question

    1) Go heavier with fewer reps. Try to eke out 3 set of 6 at a weight that will kill you by the final set. That's the only way to achieve hypertrophy. 2) Look into your diet. If you're not making gains, even in one area, there could be a nutrition problem. 3) Look into your routine. What...
  29. JoshF

    My personal Fitness, Diet and Nutrition Plan for losing fat and staying fit : )

    I do a three-day split as well, but I do cardio on my days off. I sometimes throw in some HIIT cardio on lifting days, but not too much - you don't want to kill what you just did in the weight room by going overly catabolic. Day 1: Chest & Shoulders Flat Press Incline (or decline...
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