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ephion comments on December Monthly Bragging Thread - Less Wrong Discussion

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Comment author: ephion 03 December 2013 04:21:25PM 18 points [-]

Last month, I entered my second powerlifting competition, where I squatted 358lbs (while my calves and quads were cramping, NO FUN), bench pressed 264lbs, and deadlifted 407lbs. Mediocre numbers for my bodyweight, but personal records all the same.

I also conquered an existential crisis and have made big plans to change my life around for the better (moving career from IT to computer science). I've begun working on habits and skills that will help in that transition.

I've also started organizing a local polyamory meetup group.

Comment author: Laoch 04 December 2013 08:39:26AM *  3 points [-]

You yanks need to use the metric system already!

Edit: 358lbs = 162kilograms (Was this a front of back squat?) 264lbs = 119kilograms 407lbs = 184kilograms

For those who don't lift that's extreme impressive strength.

Comment author: Laoch 04 December 2013 02:17:10PM 1 point [-]

-2 points for suggesting the metric system or the conversions?

Comment author: NancyLebovitz 04 December 2013 02:26:35PM 1 point [-]

I've given you a point for suggesting the conversions, but it's possible you were downvoted for snarking.

Comment author: Laoch 04 December 2013 02:46:41PM 0 points [-]

Thanks. It most likely the snarking. I wish I could have bragged about converting someone to the metric system though.

Comment author: FiftyTwo 14 December 2013 07:26:01PM 0 points [-]

I share your frustration with imperial units, but theres a technical solution

Comment author: ephion 04 December 2013 02:25:43PM 0 points [-]

I try to use US units on US-centric forums. The actual numbers were 162.5kg (back) squat, 120kg bench press, and 185kg deadlift.

I was about the third weakest person in my weight class. Powerlifters are strong.