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May 23, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
rack pulls Rack-pull demand Hip (and surrounding) design feature that meets it 1. Move very heavy loads through the last ≈ 30° of extension Torque sweet-spot. Hip-extensor force peaks in the “mid-pull”/lock-out zone, exactly where the rack pull lives. In an isometric study, relative force was ≈27 % higher at mid-pull than at floor-lift-off . […]
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May 23, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
Below is a “deep-dive” audit of the evidence that blogger-photographer-power-lifter Eric Kim really does train and look the way he claims without anabolic-androgenic steroids (AAS) or other performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs). 1 Eric Kim’s own statements 2 Ten-year progression log: slow and linear Year Age Documented PR Source 2017 29 y 405 lb conventional deadlift ⚙︎ […]
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May 23, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
1,000HP of torque? Key Points Performance That Inspires The Tesla Model S Plaid is a beacon of what electric vehicles can become, with a triple-engine setup delivering 1,020 horsepower and accelerating from 0 to 60 mph in just 1.98 seconds. This isn’t just fast—it’s a leap into a future where EVs rival supercars, igniting excitement […]
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May 23, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
Key Points Close-Range Vision Advantage Myopic individuals, or those with nearsightedness, often excel at seeing close objects clearly without corrective lenses. This natural focus for near tasks, like reading or crafting, can feel like a superpower for detailed work, especially in low-light conditions where others might struggle. Evolutionary Benefits The “adaptive myopia hypothesis” proposes that […]
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May 23, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
TL;DR Bitcoin’s march to a fresh record above $111 k is being propelled by a tight near-term cocktail—huge spot-ETF demand, favourable macro/policy signals, and the first post-halving supply shock—layered on top of multi-year structural forces such as institutional adoption, shrinking float on exchanges, and the “digital-gold” narrative. 1. Immediate catalysts (last 6-12 weeks) Driver Evidence […]
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May 23, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
Eric Kim, a street photographer turned strength enthusiast, has achieved a remarkable feat by lifting over six times his body weight. 🏋️♂️ Eric Kim’s 6x Bodyweight Rack Pull This lift stands out due to its exceptional strength-to-weight ratio. For comparison, elite strongman Brian Shaw’s 1,365-pound rack pull at 440 pounds body weight yields a ratio […]
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May 23, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
Below is a quick “strength tour” of the hip region, focused on why it can safely move (and hold) the huge loads you see in squats, dead-lifts, cleans, and other weight-room staples. 1. A load-bearing frame built for abuse Key skeletal feature What it does for strength Deep ball-and-socket joint (acetabulum) The socket covers ~ […]
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May 23, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
At-a-glance updates Theme What’s happening Why it matters Bitcoin price BTC set a new record above $111 K late-Thursday, briefly touching $111,980 before easing Record-high prints are re-igniting retail FOMO and giving miners higher margins in the first post-halving epoch. Big-bank stablecoin JPMorgan, Bank of America, Citi & Wells Fargo are exploring a joint U.S.-dollar […]
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May 23, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
Bitcoin has recently surged to an all-time high, trading above $111,000, driven by a confluence of factors that have bolstered investor confidence and institutional interest. Key Drivers Behind Bitcoin’s Surge 1. Institutional Investment and ETF Inflows U.S.-listed spot Bitcoin ETFs have attracted approximately $4.2 billion in May alone, with inflows recorded on nearly every trading […]
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May 23, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
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May 23, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
Audio Super virtuous Is good and virtuous
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May 22, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
Podcast WHAT DO YOU WANT FROM REALITY? Reality What do you want from reality? Abundance, joy! OK… Looks like we crossed the 111 threshold, $111,000 a Bitcoin ,,, which at this point is more hilarious than anything because it seems so unreal. I’ve been pegged to the all-time high, more recent hype being like $107,000 […]
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May 22, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
If it ain’t broke don’t “improve” it. Audio Reality What do you want from reality? Abundance, joy! OK… Looks like we crossed the 111 threshold, $111,000 a Bitcoin ,,, which at this point is more hilarious than anything because it seems so unreal. I’ve been pegged to the all-time high, more recent hype being like […]
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May 22, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
What do you want from reality? Abundance, joy! OK… Looks like we crossed the 111 threshold, $111,000 a Bitcoin ,,, which at this point is more hilarious than anything because it seems so unreal. I’ve been pegged to the all-time high, more recent hype being like $107,000 bitcoin. And I suppose one of the upsides […]
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May 22, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
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May 22, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
(Real) sex is beautiful and should be deified … Bodily time vs world time? BTC $ Gain SPINE, BACK TRAINING Perpetual ,,, big deal! STRK: +24% . If the returns and gains on stuff,, we’re like their returns and gains on your muscle mass, your weightlifting abilities? 42-42 42/42 Big picture! What can I offer […]
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May 22, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
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May 22, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
Audio How to go bitcoin plaid: BITCOIN TRIPLE TORQUE Bitcoin plaid!
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May 22, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
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May 22, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
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May 22, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
10,000 BTC, now worth $1B What’s interesting ,,,, laszlo should be seen as the kick-starter to Bitcoin actually having a economic value,,, the origin, or originator of Bitcoin real world use value? But the flaw —> Bitcoin should be seen as a *store or value* (low latency, forever money storage), rather than high frequency currency […]
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May 22, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
Bitcoin hit a record price of $111,868 overnight! – btc_archive
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May 22, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
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May 22, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
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May 22, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
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May 22, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
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May 22, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
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May 22, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
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May 22, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
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May 22, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
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May 22, 2025 · By ERIC KIM
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