Hi

[Cdsnuts]

What are your opinions about tanning beds for vitamin D as opposed to supplementation during the winter?

I've heard D3 Supps are hard on your liver, and I've had noticeable pain when supplementing as of late.

I've never heard of D3 being hard on the liver and I take 10,000 iu's everyday along with whatever else I happen to be taking that day. Where did you hear this? I was always under the impression that it's pretty benign.

In regards to tanning beds, I think if used cautiously it can be a good place to supplement vit. D, but oral supplementation is really the way to go out of pure convenience.

[DrivenToRecover]

Honestly I've done an obsessive amount of research into all things related to health in the last year so I don't remember where I heard that.

I started taking 10,000 IU D3, and had pain that came/went right alongside when I was taking it.
But I do have a really messed up liver right now that's got me cautious of taking just about anything.

I've asked my liver doctor about what supplements/herbs I can take, and she says play it safe and take nothing at all...which I hate to hear because I know how you always say you have to buy in 100% to get the results you want.

It's balancing act that is frustrating at times.

[DrivenToRecover]

I do actually have a tanning bed in the gym I work out in. Both of which are a 20 second walk from my apartment. I find that getting in it for 5 minutes or so really does a lot to help wake me up in the mornings without burning my skin at all.

From what I've learned about circadian rhythms it makes sense. I just don't know if its safe to do a tanning bed even in moderation 5 times a week lol

[DrivenToRecover]

Things have really improved for me lately in terms of overall energy and mood. I just can't thank you guys here enough for the advice and positive vibes.

I've gotten into the routine of working out before work, and then after work also squeezing in something active like pick up soccer, basketball, or sprints. My work is also pretty active as well, so my days at this point are full of activity, and damn it feels good. Sprint days especially. I sleep fucking hardddd.

I'm curious how often its ok to do sprints? I'd honestly love to hit it everyday. I love that shit, and I know its one of the best exercises from a hormonal standpoint.

If you're ever having a bad day just do a few rounds of breathing exercises and go sprint. The endorphin rush is insane.

Is every other day sprints something I could safely build up to? I usually do 8-10 100 yards full out.