u/Maggotboi555

Im a 22yom from Pennsylvania who has loved working out and helping others form a routine for years just as a favor. I love strength training, bodybuilding, and weight loss and am what i consider very knowledgeable for someone with no education. Trial and error and lots of advice seeking and research has really informed me. And id really like to become a professional personal trainer even if it's part time. My thing is though that it's risky with how expensive it is and how unknown it is post cert. I could do monthly and pay around 120/month to include CPR cert or pay like 1500 total which is insane. I dont expect to grow overnight, but in this economy that is a lot of money to drop on something just to become certified. What else should I know? Is it worth it?

TL;DR: Is there any reason I shouldn't try a shot of bourbon tonight other than transfer addiction, empty calories, or simply "alcohol bad"?

Okay yall I mostly know the answers for this but I want to make my own post and get my own answers. Im 22, 2 months post op, seemingly fully healed and trying lots of things regarding food and exercise etc. Now I didn't drink a lot before surgery but as a young man, id like to indulge in it here and there in my life. I do not plan to drink frequently or in large amounts. But I do miss the buzz and being drunk. So heres what I want to do.

I just want to take one shot of bourbon whiskey and see what happens.

I know the risks:

Transfer addiction

Getting more drunk more quickly

Sugar and calories

That alcohol is bad.

Ive done my research and know what medical experts say. And im prepared to be downvoted for this but my view on life is never black and white and I know plenty of people who have had the surgery and drink and are fine.

I won't drink beer because of the bubbles and it's low alcohol levels. I won't drink wine (yet) because of the same reasons. All I have here is some bourbon. I want to take it slow and simply try a shot.

Again, I know the black and white answers that many here believe, but I know for a fact it isn't completely impossible or guaranteed self destruction as long as im slow and smart about it.

All this considered, is there any reason I shouldn't try this tonight?

I think it's just time and i stop being afraid of food right now. I think im going to go to Texas roadhouse and get simple things like a chicken breast with a side of corn. Not sure about the drink yet since I hate restaurant water but not supposed to drink during food anyway so. Im a picky eater so food options are very limited for me but browsing the menu and I should be able to handle the chicken breast with corn. Just...no rolls...sadly :(

Steak may also be an option tbh. Maybe I get an 8oz and cut it in half so I have 4oz for later?

Im 2 months post op and back to the gym. But with me taking in so few calories, im so tired and fatigued. Before surgery I used to take pre workout every workout cause I was/am a huge gym rat who lifted heavy. I used to take ghost pre workout, bucked up, gold standard etc.

Will I ever be able to take these again?

Keep in mind I haven't liked alternatives in the past like coffee. Cant stand it honestly.

2 months post op. I need snack ideas to satisfy my desire for things like chips and pretzels and other dry quick vending machine snacks that don't need refrigerated or prepared. So please no recipes or fruits or veggies or meats. I already eat those for meals and occasional snacks. I basically wanna recreate my love for things like doritos and pretzels and pastries and maybe even candy WITHOUT eating the unhealthy junk foods with excessive calories and sugar. They don't need to be protein focused but obviously those would be better. Something like quest chips which im trying. Not sure when I can eat popcorn again so idk about that.

Im 7 weeks post op and have been cleared for "regular foods". Ive been eating mostly chicken and steak and cheese. Im a picky eater unfortunately.

Im looking for snacks. Healthy versions of things like chips and pickables. I mainly eat some string cheese if I need a quick snack but id love some more variety.

Please give me something that doesn't need refrigerated, prepared, or cooked.

I want to reiterate that im not trying to get back into habits of snacking all day on things like doritos or other junk food. I just want something aside from cooking and prepared food or refrigerated things like veggies and yogurt.

Im considering quest chips but at my stage and 7 weeks post op I truly don't know what my body is okay with.

Also, im to steer away from breads and pastas still so those options are limited.

Thanks!

I live near ephrata/akron and up until the office closed I was going to counseling at ACTS on Oregon pike (advanced counseling and testing solutions). The office closed down and now im looking for a new therapist. But there are so many options and ngl it's one of those things you don't want to pick wrong. I don't need the office closing or the staff shifting unexpectedly or being overcharged for ridiculous reasons like some reviews read.

Im eyeing up Cardinal Dove Counseling in ephrata and Move Forward counseling on eden rd.

I use quest behavioral health and have wellspan eap.

Any suggestions?

Im 6 weeks post op now and my doctor says I can go back to the gym now. Before the surgery I was an avid and intense lifter who focused on bodybuilding. Lifted heavy and frequently albeit safely.

Now I plan to go back this Friday, but im anxious and feel like im going into unknown territory. I know ill be weaker and possibly lightheaded due to the minimal calories I take in now. But heres my plan:

Banana before gym

Fluid throughout (water/gatorade)

Chicken/protein after gym

Routine / Try everything in lightweight: Dumbell curls, bench press, dips, lat pulldowns, lateral raises, tricep extensions, squats, possibly some Bodyweight stuff like pushups and planks.

Anyone have any advice or tips or general warnings? I asked my doctor but their only advice was "take it light and slow" but i truly feel like thats too vague and I'd benefit from a bit more detailed plan.

Im 6 weeks post op now and my doctor says I can go back to the gym now. Before the surgery I was an avid and intense lifter who focused on bodybuilding. Lifted heavy and frequently albeit safely.

Now I plan to go back this Friday, but im anxious and feel like im going into unknown territory. I know ill be weaker and possibly lightheaded due to the minimal calories I take in now. But heres my plan:

Banana before gym

Fluid throughout (water/gatorade)

Chicken/protein after gym

Routine / Try everything in lightweight: Dumbell curls, bench press, dips, lat pulldowns, lateral raises, tricep extensions, squats, possibly some Bodyweight stuff like pushups and planks.

Anyone have any advice or tips or general warnings? I asked my doctor but their only advice was "take it light and slow" but i truly feel like thats too vague and I'd benefit from a bit more detailed plan.