Are guys growing up fast enough? Should they?

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The forum discussion centers on the evolving perceptions of masculinity and the societal expectations placed on men, particularly regarding marriage and fatherhood. Participants reference a Wall Street Journal article that highlights how men are delaying traditional responsibilities, leading to a cultural shift where roles of protectors and providers are becoming optional. The conversation reveals a generational trend towards prioritizing personal freedom and self-exploration over conventional life milestones, resulting in both opportunities and uncertainties for modern men.

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  • #61
168 hours per week - 63 sleeping = 105 - 40 working = 65 - 5 commuting = 60 - 7 eating = 53 hrs (OR 5 hours per night for 5 nights + 15 hours per day for 2 days = 55 hrs).

Not doing any social activities or heaven forbid involve children in the equation, using 10/55 = 18% (not far off 10/50 = 20% or 1/5) of ones time for exercise seems a bit over the top for an average 9 to 5 person looking to keep fit (as opposed to muscle development or muscle tone), doesn't it?
 
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  • #62
Zryn said:
168 hours per week - 63 sleeping = 105 - 40 working = 65 - 5 commuting = 60 - 7 eating = 53 hrs (OR 5 hours per night for 5 nights + 15 hours per day for 2 days = 55 hrs).

Not doing any social activities or heaven forbid involve children in the equation, using 10/55 = 18% (not far off 10/50 = 20% or 1/5) of ones time for exercise seems a bit over the top for an average 9 to 5 person looking to keep fit (as opposed to muscle development or muscle tone), doesn't it?

It's all a matter of priorities. Ten hours is a lot for someone who has a full time job and kids. But 5 is doable - you just won't be able to eat whatever you want to, as Dan was alluding to.

I think the best way to approach it is to find an exercise that is fun. That way you kill two birds with one stone, and 20% isn't unreasonable.
 
  • #63
I think the best way to approach it is to find an exercise that is fun

I read somewhere that in the scheme of things, when having sex you may as well be sleeping as far as exercise benefits go (a MET analysis across different activities).
 
  • #64
Zryn said:
I read somewhere that in the scheme of things, when having sex you may as well be sleeping as far as exercise benefits go (a MET analysis across different activities).

Well there's got to be some middle ground between a gymnastics routine, and a couple of snails having a romp :smile:!

Oh what was the OP :redface:?
 
  • #65
lisab said:
Just the little push I needed to go jog a few miles this evening :smile:...bye for now!

How's your iliotibial doing?
 
  • #66
My iliotibials hate me, and I hate them right back! Knuckles up and down until they're glowing red and your eyes are watering seems to help though.
 
  • #67
Dembadon said:
How's your iliotibial doing?

Much better, thanks! I went to several weeks of physical therapy for it, and I'm glad I did.

How's yours?
 
  • #68
Zryn said:
My iliotibials hate me, and I hate them right back! Knuckles up and down until they're glowing red and your eyes are watering seems to help though.

Ouch :frown:
 
  • #69
lisab said:
Much better, thanks! I went to several weeks of physical therapy for it, and I'm glad I did.

How's yours?

That's great news, lisab! :smile:

I'm waiting until next week to run. I've taken about 3 weeks off and stretched (a lot!), iced, and worked on my core strength and hip muscles. I'm crossing my fingers; if I still have issues, I'm going to make an appointment with a sports physician.
 
  • #70
Dembadon said:
That's great news, lisab! :smile:

I'm waiting until next week to run. I've taken about 3 weeks off and stretched (a lot!), iced, and worked on my core strength and hip muscles. I'm crossing my fingers; if I still have issues, I'm going to make an appointment with a sports physician.

What happened to you Demba ?
 
  • #71
DanP said:
What happened to you Demba ?

I aggravated the iliotibial band in my left leg and it has been preventing me from riding and/or running for a few weeks. I can still climb, but my cardio is suffering. I did some low-impact plyometics this week without any issues, so I'm hopeful.
 
  • #72
Dembadon said:
I aggravated the iliotibial band in my left leg and it has been preventing me from riding and/or running for a few weeks. I can still climb, but my cardio is suffering. I did some low-impact plyometics this week without any issues, so I'm hopeful.

Well, sorry to hear that. Fast recovery for you, and for Lisa as well if she still has issues. I also been hurt this year, it took 9 weeks of almost total break from training.
 

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