Holmes_and_Watson Posted January 7 Posted January 7 1 hour ago, trousers said: Quality Street I thought that was a food group, rather than a supplement?
Turkish Posted January 7 Author Posted January 7 1 minute ago, Holmes_and_Watson said: I thought that was a food group, rather than a supplement? with hazelnut, strawberry, orange and coconut flavour they'll count towards your 5 a day
Holmes_and_Watson Posted January 7 Posted January 7 2 minutes ago, Turkish said: with hazelnut, strawberry, orange and coconut flavour they'll count towards your 5 a day Quality Street and Beer and you've pretty much covered all the dietary requirements. If anything, supplements could be dangerous. Unless they are top ups of quality street and/or beer.
Turkish Posted January 12 Author Posted January 12 1 hour ago, whelk said: Dr Rangan Chatterjee seems a sensible egg He’s very good listened to his podcast quite a bit
Holmes_and_Watson Posted January 12 Posted January 12 1 hour ago, whelk said: Dr Rangan Chatterjee seems a sensible egg If he seems a sensible bag of crisps, then I'll listen to him about my diet. 🙂
whelk Posted January 12 Posted January 12 45 minutes ago, Turkish said: He’s very good listened to his podcast quite a bit Yeah I have listened to a view. All simple stuff
Turkish Posted January 13 Author Posted January 13 so these weight loss jabs then which everyone is jumping on. What happened to the body positive, being big is okay stuff that was spouted a few years ago?
whelk Posted January 13 Posted January 13 27 minutes ago, Turkish said: so these weight loss jabs then which everyone is jumping on. What happened to the body positive, being big is okay stuff that was spouted a few years ago? I saw headline that weight can go back in 4 times faster when you come off them. Balance to be had of not making everyone feel insecure and need to be a certain shape and the duty of care to look after yourself
Turkish Posted January 13 Author Posted January 13 Just now, whelk said: I saw headline that weight can go back in 4 times faster when you come off them. Balance to be had of not making everyone feel insecure and need to be a certain shape and the duty of care to look after yourself I know someone who is on them, he's lost a ton of weight but they're now hooked on them as they're worried about what would happen if they did come off. He wasn't particuarly fat, quote a tall broad guy, maybe a couple of stone overweight but looked okay as he's a big guy. He looks gaunt and ill now. If you've got a huge amount of weight to lose and are at risk of further issues then i can see why people would take them but for the person that is capable of exercise and diet it just seems a lazy way of doing it. 1
whelk Posted January 13 Posted January 13 21 minutes ago, Turkish said: just seems a lazy way of doing it. Yep and the modern way as Rangan C emphasises. Looking for quick fix in pills etc. I haven’t looked into it but isn’t just an appetite suppressant?
egg Posted January 14 Posted January 14 21 hours ago, Turkish said: I know someone who is on them, he's lost a ton of weight but they're now hooked on them as they're worried about what would happen if they did come off. He wasn't particuarly fat, quote a tall broad guy, maybe a couple of stone overweight but looked okay as he's a big guy. He looks gaunt and ill now. If you've got a huge amount of weight to lose and are at risk of further issues then i can see why people would take them but for the person that is capable of exercise and diet it just seems a lazy way of doing it. Agreed. I'm harsher than you. Anyone capable of exercise, can and should look after themselves and move around more. Anyone incapable of exercise can and should address their nutrition and not become obese. I'm horrified that we've got to the point where the message people are hearing is they don't have to worry about looking themselves as a jab will sort it. Eat less shite, move more. It's not complicated. 1
Turkish Posted January 14 Author Posted January 14 21 hours ago, whelk said: Yep and the modern way as Rangan C emphasises. Looking for quick fix in pills etc. I haven’t looked into it but isn’t just an appetite suppressant? I first came across him about 6-7 years ago on youtube where he was doing a talk about his GP surgery and the amount of doctors that will stick a pill in someone rather than look at their lifestyle. Found him really interesting so followed him on social media and started listening to his podcast. He's a decent guy and talks a lot of sense. Not watched him program yet but will this week.
Weston Super Saint Posted January 14 Posted January 14 I've been reliably informed that this weekend is annual quitters weekend where the new year new me brigade decide they've had enough!! Hopefully the gym will be less busy as the weeks go by! Having said that it's not affected me that much this year as only been allowed to use spin bike and elliptical following my spinal surgery! But did manage to do a 2k row yesterday (my third rowing attempt in 8 months having done 2 five min sessions the previous two weeks to test the back out!). 8:14:3 which isn't as bad as I thought it would be, but way down on 7:43:2 the last time I did it in April! The rower is what helped me take the weight off - elliptical and spin bike have allowed me to keep it off but don't shift the last 5kg I want to lose!
whelk Posted January 14 Posted January 14 9 hours ago, Turkish said: I first came across him about 6-7 years ago on youtube where he was doing a talk about his GP surgery and the amount of doctors that will stick a pill in someone rather than look at their lifestyle. Found him really interesting so followed him on social media and started listening to his podcast. He's a decent guy and talks a lot of sense. Not watched him program yet but will this week. He has some interesting guests on his podcasts although must admit prefer the bite size stuff
Turkish Posted January 14 Author Posted January 14 23 minutes ago, whelk said: He has some interesting guests on his podcasts although must admit prefer the bite size stuff I watch the program earlier some interesting stuff but far too many shots of his feet 1
Holmes_and_Watson Posted January 14 Posted January 14 1 hour ago, Turkish said: I watch the program earlier some interesting stuff but far too many shots of his feet The Fitness/Fetish niche is just one way to make podcasters stand out in a crowded market.
Turkish Posted January 14 Author Posted January 14 Just now, Holmes_and_Watson said: The Fitness/Fetish niche is just one way to make podcasters stand out in a crowded market. He certainly nailed that, also seen topless in the shower and an ice bath.
Holmes_and_Watson Posted January 14 Posted January 14 1 minute ago, Turkish said: He certainly nailed that, also seen topless in the shower and an ice bath. People will do anything for subscribers. Hussy.🙂
Turkish Posted January 14 Author Posted January 14 1 minute ago, Holmes_and_Watson said: People will do anything for subscribers. Hussy.🙂 If you want to see more of my feet then like and subscribe
Holmes_and_Watson Posted January 14 Posted January 14 Just now, Turkish said: If you want to see more of my feet then like and subscribe That's just why I joined SaintsWeb. Turned out to be de-feat.
egg Posted January 17 Posted January 17 On 07/01/2026 at 09:02, Turkish said: Do any of you take any supplements? Im a bit of a sucker for this stuff, i've taken creatine for a while as it has many benefits and no side effects, whey protein for a few years if i need to get daily protein intake up. I've also taken a vitamin D tablet and tumeric for the last fews years. A mate of mine has recently got me onto Lions Mane and Shilajit so going to give that a go for the next few months. He reckons Lions Mane is like the magic pill on the film Limitless but i'm yet to see that yet. Re supplements. I've added Shilajit, and changed my Lions Mane to one with an uptake formula, and increased the dose. Not the limitless reaction that your mate describes, but there's a difference for sure. If you're not feeling it, maybe look at dosage. 1
Turkish Posted January 17 Author Posted January 17 40 minutes ago, egg said: Re supplements. I've added Shilajit, and changed my Lions Mane to one with an uptake formula, and increased the dose. Not the limitless reaction that your mate describes, but there's a difference for sure. If you're not feeling it, maybe look at dosage. Which one are you using?
egg Posted January 17 Posted January 17 19 minutes ago, Turkish said: Which one are you using? This one now https://www.british-supplements.net/products/lions-mane-triterpenoids-supplement?variant=28740829511754&country=GB¤cy=GBP&utm_medium=product_sync&utm_source=google&utm_content=sag_organic&utm_campaign=sag_organic&tw_source=google&tw_adid=790872820986&tw_campaign=23419570280&tw_kwdid=pla-2295585601400&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23419570280&gbraid=0AAAAADfRhoxFKrSDjZrQi9ZKFzXdAatvY&gclid=Cj0KCQiAg63LBhDtARIsAJygHZ7ngqOTtyzc9Z0XrJNXZ8N7zGS3STLe_1MN1pyjuQ0-wZPkBLT-5i8aAsMBEALw_wcB 1
JohnnyShearer2.0 Posted January 17 Posted January 17 (edited) How do you take the Lions mane? Edited January 17 by JohnnyShearer2.0
Turkish Posted January 17 Author Posted January 17 16 minutes ago, JohnnyShearer2.0 said: How you take the Lions mane? This is what im taking which was what my mate recommended but I can’t see it’s made much difference at all tbh might try the other stuff Egg posted or double the dose https://www.amazon.co.uk/Lions-Supplement-2000mg-Black-Pepper/dp/B0CCP8GG6X/ref=mp_s_a_1_3_pp?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.YiJBiwbqDElfcXtI0wc1rBo1ddsMc-nFT3PkGKyUW8XLZI_acuP-_V1nZCQLjMnEuV-UrzstgwV_UhWE_a5hWzrz2XWco0E93QyMCdYJ79co2E-g1CCNQkFgL7wr7Jrc1xxYsd3sOkP3HqAl1KhdlUaA7GDKmBQTh9Y43DIEDeRFJqz35QWhuPGw4tL4QDRiULTdJQKJE0um0_D_BbxXXA.Qnl4bvckyjXW_tFl0mI9Clq-l6JukQyIMVhmHP-5Vco&dib_tag=se&keywords=lion's+mane&qid=1768649246&sr=8-3
JohnnyShearer2.0 Posted January 17 Posted January 17 Sorry, I meant how do you guys eat it? In shakes or just a spoonful etc?
egg Posted January 17 Posted January 17 4 minutes ago, JohnnyShearer2.0 said: Sorry, I meant how do you guys eat it? In shakes or just a spoonful etc? I have capsules.
Weston Super Saint Posted January 17 Posted January 17 53 minutes ago, JohnnyShearer2.0 said: How do you take the Lions mane? Grab it with both hands. Pray. 1
Turkish Posted January 17 Author Posted January 17 @egg what Shilajit are using? The one I’ve got is like tar and an absolute ballache to get out the pot
egg Posted January 17 Posted January 17 13 minutes ago, Turkish said: @egg what Shilajit are using? The one I’ve got is like tar and an absolute ballache to get out the pot Holland & Barrett capsules. I'll try the Antidotes stuff next for comparison as their products are decent. 1
whelk Posted January 18 Posted January 18 So after not having heard of Lion’s Mane until reading this thread I’ve gone and purchased some capsules. I hope I don’t lose my posting edge!
whelk Posted January 18 Posted January 18 On 17/01/2026 at 11:28, Turkish said: This is what im taking which was what my mate recommended but I can’t see it’s made much difference at all tbh might try the other stuff Egg posted or double the dose https://www.amazon.co.uk/Lions-Supplement-2000mg-Black-Pepper/dp/B0CCP8GG6X/ref=mp_s_a_1_3_pp?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.YiJBiwbqDElfcXtI0wc1rBo1ddsMc-nFT3PkGKyUW8XLZI_acuP-_V1nZCQLjMnEuV-UrzstgwV_UhWE_a5hWzrz2XWco0E93QyMCdYJ79co2E-g1CCNQkFgL7wr7Jrc1xxYsd3sOkP3HqAl1KhdlUaA7GDKmBQTh9Y43DIEDeRFJqz35QWhuPGw4tL4QDRiULTdJQKJE0um0_D_BbxXXA.Qnl4bvckyjXW_tFl0mI9Clq-l6JukQyIMVhmHP-5Vco&dib_tag=se&keywords=lion's+mane&qid=1768649246&sr=8-3 I paid £25 for 60 capsules but are 10,000 mg
Turkish Posted 15 hours ago Author Posted 15 hours ago how you getting on the the Lions Mane @whelk Been a bad start to the year for me, not been able to train much, cold, then ear infection first part of January, been struggling with a knee injury for a month, going back to the gym tomorrow to see what i can do. As i mentioned on the Crossfit stuff one of the best things about it is you can adapt the workout to suit you which also helps when you're injured, tomorrows workout is 8 rounds of Ski Erg/Bike/Row, snatches and then Burpees, i'll be fine with the first two bits but will swap the burpees for something else that doesn't put too much pressure on the knee.
Turkish Posted 15 hours ago Author Posted 15 hours ago Anyone done a Hyrox race? Son is doing the junior one in London in March, few people at our gym did the one in Manchester at the weekend, im tempted to give it a go.
whelk Posted 13 hours ago Posted 13 hours ago 1 hour ago, Turkish said: how you getting on the the Lions Mane @whelk Been a bad start to the year for me, not been able to train much, cold, then ear infection first part of January, been struggling with a knee injury for a month, going back to the gym tomorrow to see what i can do. As i mentioned on the Crossfit stuff one of the best things about it is you can adapt the workout to suit you which also helps when you're injured, tomorrows workout is 8 rounds of Ski Erg/Bike/Row, snatches and then Burpees, i'll be fine with the first two bits but will swap the burpees for something else that doesn't put too much pressure on the knee. Hard to know so far as was away last week and forgot to take the tablets with me. Started back today though. Going to be difficult to know if I am getting any sharper at work though 😀
Turkish Posted 12 hours ago Author Posted 12 hours ago Anyone watched What not to eat? Will put you off any shit for life
Whitey Grandad Posted 12 hours ago Posted 12 hours ago 8 minutes ago, Turkish said: Anyone watched What not to eat? Will put you off any shit for life Best not to eat any shit then. Just avoid McDonald's. 1
Patrick Bateman Posted 11 hours ago Posted 11 hours ago 1 hour ago, Whitey Grandad said: Best not to eat any shit then. Just avoid McDonald's. I've made the family avoid takeaways for the last 3 or 4 months as I "fell out" with the deliveroo/just eat drivers on more than one occasion, utter penises. Anyway, stopped in for a McDonald's (I know) with the family for the first time in that time period, absolutely destroyed my stomach. Vile. I love cooking, I do the cooking for the whole family all week, plan a weekly menu and so on. McDonald's, nope, no thank you. 1
Gloucester Saint Posted 4 hours ago Posted 4 hours ago Eating reasonably well but had a chest infection which won’t shift in the cold/very damp weather and damaged my intercostal muscle during a coughing fit. Coughing hurting every time 😢
iansums Posted 3 hours ago Posted 3 hours ago 9 hours ago, Turkish said: Anyone watched What not to eat? Will put you off any shit for life The Mrs and I sometimes watch it. It's remarkable just how bloody stupid some people are. I weighed myself the other day and I've hit 14 stone for the first time in my life so time to take some action.
Turkish Posted 3 hours ago Author Posted 3 hours ago 7 hours ago, Patrick Bateman said: I've made the family avoid takeaways for the last 3 or 4 months as I "fell out" with the deliveroo/just eat drivers on more than one occasion, utter penises. Anyway, stopped in for a McDonald's (I know) with the family for the first time in that time period, absolutely destroyed my stomach. Vile. I love cooking, I do the cooking for the whole family all week, plan a weekly menu and so on. McDonald's, nope, no thank you. Good on you. We have a takeaway once a week usually a curry from a very good Indian. You’re right about McDonald’s when you don’t eat if for a while it makes you feel shit after the first one. Same with booze, knock it on the head for a while and having one after a few months tastes awful and makes you feel shit. I have cut back on eating out lunchtimes. For 3 of us it can often be £75-£80 even just at a chain pub these days for 3 mains and drinks and food is bang average at best, we only go places where there is an offer on now unless we’re going for a nice meal somewhere in the evening. 1
Turkish Posted 3 hours ago Author Posted 3 hours ago (edited) 11 minutes ago, iansums said: The Mrs and I sometimes watch it. It's remarkable just how bloody stupid some people are. I weighed myself the other day and I've hit 14 stone for the first time in my life so time to take some action. The bloke who would only drink Pepsi as water didn’t do anything for him. Jesus wept I’ve just ordered one of those under desk walking machines. I know you should get out in the fresh air and usually I do but this time of year the idea of going out for an hour walk in pissing rain, wind and weather feels like -5 it’s not appealing. This way I can do that instead or do few more steps between calls. Edited 3 hours ago by Turkish
whelk Posted 2 hours ago Posted 2 hours ago 27 minutes ago, Turkish said: The bloke who would only drink Pepsi as water didn’t do anything for him. Jesus wept I’ve just ordered one of those under desk walking machines. I know you should get out in the fresh air and usually I do but this time of year the idea of going out for an hour walk in pissing rain, wind and weather feels like -5 it’s not appealing. This way I can do that instead or do few more steps between calls. Mate at work raves about his walking machine. He is in pretty good Nick tbf and puts a lot down to that steady exercise throughout the day
whelk Posted 2 hours ago Posted 2 hours ago 9 hours ago, Turkish said: Anyone watched What not to eat? Will put you off any shit for life It gets a bit repetitive IMO but whenever we watch it makes us more determined to cut out processed food as much as we can. I never understand why bacon is seen as so bad though. Looks like come fresh from a pig and we always buy good quality stuff but meant to be one of worst ways to consume meat
Turkish Posted 2 hours ago Author Posted 2 hours ago 3 minutes ago, whelk said: Mate at work raves about his walking machine. He is in pretty good Nick tbf and puts a lot down to that steady exercise throughout the day I was always against it as very much a get outside in the fresh air sort of person. It’s easy in the spring and summer, maybe it’s age but when it’s dark by 4.30 and weather is shit I don’t really want to do it anymore so seems like a good idea. 1
whelk Posted 2 hours ago Posted 2 hours ago 2 minutes ago, Turkish said: I was always against it as very much a get outside in the fresh air sort of person. It’s easy in the spring and summer, maybe it’s age but when it’s dark by 4.30 and weather is shit I don’t really want to do it anymore so seems like a good idea. Yep same, so much easier in the spring and summer 1
egg Posted 1 hour ago Posted 1 hour ago 38 minutes ago, Turkish said: I was always against it as very much a get outside in the fresh air sort of person. It’s easy in the spring and summer, maybe it’s age but when it’s dark by 4.30 and weather is shit I don’t really want to do it anymore so seems like a good idea. I think it's a great idea. I won't walk at lunchtime if it's pissing down and I really feel the difference when not doing it - neck and shoulders feel tighter, and generally more lethargic. It also means I don't get the mental switch off from work. 1
egg Posted 1 hour ago Posted 1 hour ago 42 minutes ago, whelk said: It gets a bit repetitive IMO but whenever we watch it makes us more determined to cut out processed food as much as we can. I never understand why bacon is seen as so bad though. Looks like come fresh from a pig and we always buy good quality stuff but meant to be one of worst ways to consume meat I haven't watched it, but convenience breeds laziness and anything that repeats the message that ultra processed food, and sugary/chemically drinks, are bad for us and our kids, is a good thing. I'm with you on bacon. I think the issue is nitrates, but other than that, it's meat and salt. Mass produced sausages are clearly an issue, but butchers stuff should be ok. On the whole though, we buy actual meat, and cook all our meals with single ingredients. If it's a takeaway it's always an Indian. Sure it's packed with ghee and salt, but it's fresh meat of some kind, a sauce containing some veg and/or dairy, a home made bread or rice. I'm not sure there's many better takeaway options than that. 1
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