#the rest varies from 80-40%

[sins-of-the-sea]

//I wish there is some way I can have a simulator of 5'6" 100% gold statue vs X so I can have a way of knowing if Giovanni can lift/resist the thing.

Not necessarily for my writing. He's magic gold, I don't have to be accurate with physics, especially because logic states he shouldn't move at all, shouldn’t breathe, shouldn’t see, blah blah blah.

This is purely for *fun*.

[agentem]

Another thing about Agatha All Along I have a question about is the colors of magic.

Each of the witches in the Coven have a different color of magic. This is a good idea so visually you know who is doing things when characters fight.

But it's also implied by the trials and the ballad that different types of magic are associated with different colors. Like green witches have green magic. But I would like to know if the color is because of the type of witch they are or just, like, the color of their soul--who that character is.

Like Wanda has red magic. Alice is also associated with the color red, but it is slightly orange-r, if that is a word. Hers is more like a flame, than a straight bolt of red. The show is purposeful about that. The leaves on the way to the fire trial are orange and red too, whereas the leaves on the rest of the road are varying shades of blue, purple, yellow, and green. But they are all one color, you know?

Most of the covens that are shown all have the same color: the Salemites from WandaVision have blue magic, the first Coven Agatha kills (with the woman who barged up to her at Nicky's grave, fuck that lady) have yellow magic, the murdered Victorian coven has orangey magic, the murdered 30s/40s Coven has blue magic, [i can't see the color of the magic of the 80s Coven)

But "our" Coven is many different colors. They are a rainbow. Are they unique? Or are most covens of all the same type of magic user?

There is something about how Agatha's magic is purple and the Salemites have blue, that makes me think that is how they know she is the "wrong" type of witch. Or Agatha did something to make her magic purple? Or did they just want to kill her because she was (naturally) different?

And, if Billy has blue magic, does that mean his magic is similar to Agatha's mother? (Billy's is a darker shade so we might be in the Wanda's magic vs. Alice's magic situation. Maximoffs are just so special they get their own magic?)

But then if Agatha learned blue magic--or whatever it is called--growing up, is she a good person to teach him? Or is his a darker shade of blue so it's not the same kind of magic? Or is this just a visual language that says nothing about the type of person or magic the person wields?

Can we assume the yellow coven, with the bitch who interrupted Agatha's funeral for her son, was a coven of divination witches? Maybe she was bopping around time and didn"t realize how rude it was to interrupt a funeral? Wow now I am the bitch.

Jac Schaeffer called Agatha a "spirit witch." Are there other spirit witches with purple magic? Or is it just Agatha? Can Agatha tell by looking at them what kind of magic they have or would have? Can she tell HOW MUCH power someone has? She doesn't seem to recognize a lot of power in Billy until the Door actually does open? But she also seems to show deference to Lilia by telling her about how to not get killed? Or is that deference just because Lilia is older?

I want to read into this but I am not sure I should.

[uncharismatic-fauna]

The Radiant Radiated Tortoise

One of the rarest tortoise species in the world, the radiated tortoise (Astrochelys radiata) is only native to the island of Madagascar. They can be found throughout the island, but they are most abundant in the southern part of the island, among the scrub and thorny brush. In addition to their home range, this species has also been introduced to the nearby island of Reunion.

Like all tortoises, the radiated tortoise is an herbivore. Grasses, leaves, and decaying vegetation constitute about 80-90% of their diet, and is supplemented with flowers, fruits, and cacti- particularly prickly pear cacti. Finding food also makes up the majority of their daily activity, as they move around their territories to find fresh growth. A. radiata’s thick shell deters most predators, but reptiles and birds are known to feed on eggs and hatchlings.

The radiated tortoise mates all year round, due to the relatively consistent climate and food supply. When a male encounters a suitable female, he seduces her by bobbing his head and smelling her hind legs. If she’s receptive, he will mount her in a surprisingly noisy, violent affair-- both parties hiss and grunt, and in some cases the female’s shell may crack from the force of the male’s plastron striking it. 

If mating is successful, the female lays a clutch of 3-12 eggs in an excavated burrow. These eggs incubate anywhere from 5 to 8 months, depending on the average temperature of the nest. The young that emerge are quite small, only 3-4 cm (1-1.5 in) long and lacking the distinctive patterned dome shell. These tortoises will take 16-20 years to reach their full size and become ready to mate. The lifespan of this species varies widely; most individuals live only 40-60 years, but some have been recorded reaching 188.

A. radiata has a very distinctive look. The shells are extremely curved, and is dark brown or black with a striking yellow star pattern that gives the species its name. The rest of the body is dusty yellow, except for a dark patch on the back of the head. The limbs and tail are also covered in thick, raised scales that offer extra protection against predators and help the tortoise retain moisture. Compared to other tortoise species in terms of size, the radiated tortoise is right in the middle: at their maximum, they can reach 40 cm (16 in) long and weigh up to 15 kg (35 lbs).

Conservation status: The IUCN has classified the radiated tortoise as Critically Endangered, due to habitat loss and overcollection for the pet trade. Wild populations have been Many zoos and conservation programs keep captive populations for breeding and reintroduction.

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[sealz888]

COMMISSIONS OPEN!

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[pix4japan]

A Scenic Drive through Izu via the Izu Skyline

Location: Izu Skyline, Shizuoka, Japan Timestamps: 15:05 on February 14, 2024

Pentax K-1 II + DFA 28-105mm F3.5-5.6 + CP 105 mm ISO 100 for 1/160 sec. at ƒ/8.0

Leaving the lovely Kawazu Cherry Blossom Festival in Kawazu, Shizuoka Prefecture, my journey continued northward on Route 135, a picturesque two-lane highway that closely hugs the eastern coastline of the Izu Peninsula.

From Route 135, heading west on Prefectural Road 80 for a brief 10-minute drive (6 km) to reach the breathtaking Izu Skyline, a well-known toll road that extends over 40 km along the eastern Izu ridgeline and connects Atami Pass to the Amagi Plateau.

Toll charges vary based on the chosen interchange, ranging from 220 yen to 1,000 yen. It's important to note that the Izu Skyline only accepts cash payments; ETC or credit card transactions are not available.

The Izu Skyline boasts multiple rest stops where drivers can safely pull over and take a break and stretch their legs, give their dogs some exercise, and capture stunning photos of the windswept landscape and panoramic views of Mt. Fuji.

This shot shows a hint of the city of Susono, nestled near the southwestern base of Mt. Fuji. Despite the overcast skies, the slow-moving clouds delicately hovered high enough above the peak of Mt. Fuji, offering a clear and iconic view of one of Japan’s most revered symbols.

My latest write-up (a 2-min. read) is a bit more extensive with a short history of the Izu Skyline, and includes links to the interchanges I took, and links to sources of English guides highlighting attractions you can enjoy on the Izu Skyline (https://www.pix4japan.com/blog/20240214-izu-skyline).

[tastefulcandiedroses]

TW: ED, @nor3xia

Block don't report!

I don't support or promote ED's!

!I support and encourage recovery!

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Question!

This is @na specific FYI.

I find a lot of people with @na say that they save money because they eat less and don't need to spend so much in groceries n what not.

Has anyone else had the opposite happen? Because I have.

What I mean is,

I spend so much more on the things I use to keep me from eating vs what I probably would if I was ED free and just bought groceries.

Examples:

- Vaping: which I started to give me something to keep my mouth busy and that's 30-40$ a week.

- Energy drinks: appetite suppression and fullness reason. Say I only buy 4 one week, that's 10-14$ a week. And some weeks I buy 6! That's 15-21$!

- diet soda: I prefer individual bottles over cans because I think cans taste different and I also don't like buying the big bottles because they tend to go flat faster than I can finish them. Say I only buy 2 1 serving bottles, that's 5$. Other weeks I'll buy 4, that's 10$.

- SF sweetener: 6$ a box that lasts 1.5-2 weeks (not bad).

- SF juice: 5$ roughly a bottle.

- gum: originally I bought packs at the store which would last a week. That's roughly 5$ a week. (Now I buy it in bulk packs on Amazon for 9$ and that lasts me 2-3 weeks so not bad)

- Tea: I like variety bc I love tea and get sick of the same 3-4 flavors so I try to buy a new box or 2 every other week. 9$.

Low end: 59-64$ weekly

High end: 78-82$ weekly

That's WITHOUT the low cal food I buy for when I do put nutrition in my body.

Which includes:

- Protein shakes: 30$ every two week/ 30$ a month (depends on what my food schedule is like that month)

- almond milk: 4$ every week.

- SF ice pops: 8$ every other week or so (consumption varies)

- SF ketchup: 6$ every two weeks.

- eggs: I only eat the whites so it's a waste but I hate box egg whites bc they taste weird to me and I would rather just use one egg white from a cracked egg and know it's one egg white versus weighing it out or measuring it out using other dishes on top of what I'm already using to know how much I'm pouring. 4.5$ a week (I'm not the only one that eats them so they go through fast).

- lettuce bunch: 3$ weekly

- baby greens tub: 5$ every other week or 5$ every week (purchase and consumption varies).

- low cal bread: 6-14$ every other week on average (consumption and brand/ type varies)

- Tofu block: 5$ a week/ 2 weeks

- frozen veggies: 4.5$ a week/ 2 weeks. Sometimes, 9$ a week for variety.

- SO ON SO FORTH!!!! (Bc I have no reason to give my full grocery list for the sake of my post)

Adding all this up is:

low end: (59-64$) +35.75$~ = 94.75-99.75$ weekly

High end: (78-82$) +60$~ = 138-143$ weekly

And all of that is higher with the rest of my list, but you get the gist.

I've done regular grocery shops in the past and have a habit of keeping receipts so I looked back on those and on average my maximum grocery trip was 80$ a week. And that's still w/ my vegetarian diet. Because I could buy more stuff in bulk or it's just generally cheaper bc it's not facing the current "healthier/ specialty = pricier". If that makes sense?

Summed up:

For the people who spend less because of their ED, congrats.

But this mf is an expensive ass bitch for me 😂💀

Guess my @na is a gold-digging hoe😭 /J

[stewy]

I'm fairly new to the beatles fandom, about 2 months actually, and I feel like I'm attacked with too much information to process on a daily basis. is it ok to ask you some of my questions?

for example, I'm confused why sometimes people call paul a prick. nothing in the documentaries or anything I've read so far suggests that he was an asshole, if anything it's the opposite. he's depicted as this joan of arc poor thing that went through a lot during the Get back sessions, and honestly that doesn't make sense next to george's resentment of paul, if we decide to blindly accept that john was a crazy man-baby who couldn't see how terrible he was to paul. I mean there's too many inconsistencies and I can't figure out why john was so mad at paul if he was only doing the best he could with the band. and he never really reconciled you know.

also why is john's mother depicted so weird in the Nowhere boy movie? I have unfortunately come across john's diary too and I have been questioning if mimi took john away bc julia was weird with him, and it continued in his teenage years leading to the incident that we heard about on his audio diary. like, I think I've read someone's opinion that worst case scenario she was lowkey grooming him and was flirty w all of his friends too and I have to ask if people have lost their minds about this long dead woman.

ALSO who leaked his diaries? that sounds so terrible to do that to a dead person

this is so sweet lol

paul is an ass. the difference in viewpoints comes from people who see him as a control freak and the ones who greatly admire his Work Ethic. most people who want in with the last relevant beatle are the latter, and that includes the people who made Get Back happen (including paul himself). john and george's resentment comes from years and years of friendship, the reasons so varied i couldn't possibly get into in an ask (or can even recall specific events).

it's a movie. things get dramatized for movies. but obviously, the script was based off those audios and john's own songs about his mother. also? grooming? i bet that's a popular opinion on the zoomer camp nowadays lmao. 'weird' is a bit much considering this was the 40s we're talking about, however, all of this was deeply traumatizing for john nonetheless; not only these women's diametrically opposed forms of bringing him up, but the constant back and forth he was forced to endure at such an early age (and the rest of his life). but was mimi right for taking a child away from his affectionate mother because SHE (who did not even have children herself) thought it to be inappropriate? it's an absurd situation all around, and my thoughts on it don't fit in this ask either.

john's diaries haven't been leaked, iirc that audio came from tapes found in fred seaman's place sometime in the 80s? but i can't be sure

[mysticcomfort]

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[randomvarious]

Today's compilation:

World Domination or Death, Vol. 1 1990 Alternative Rock / Indie Rock / Goth Rock / Thrash Metal

So, according to a 1988 Rolling Stone profile that I just read about Björk's old band, The Sugarcubes, and the Icelandic music scene more broadly, the small island nation was pretty musically desolate until about 1981, when UK punk had finally made its way up there. And even after that, Iceland still only had one TV station and one radio station well into the 80s—both of which were state-owned—and the radio station almost exclusively played US top 40 fare.

So, given that landscape, it's then pretty remarkable just how downright weird Icelandic music managed to get so quickly by 1990, which is when this pretty eclectic sampler from The Sugarcubes' own label, Smekkleysa (Bad Taste in English), was released; because it wasn't like Icelanders had a collective easy access to any avantgarde traditions, and they certainly hadn't been organically forging their own either. But if all you and your fellow countrymen have access to for decades is US hits, then I guess the eventual backlash to that can and will turn out to be severe.

So, here's a strange brew of alternative Icelandic tunes that were recorded and released between 1986 and 1990. This label showcase's biggest draw is, naturally, The Sugarcubes, who were one of the first bands to ever receive attention from outside of Iceland (the first was jazz fusion band Mezzoforte; h/t to @dropdead-celebration), when their song, "Birthday," managed to peak at #2 on the UK's Indie chart in 1987, which then caused industry types and journalists to flock to the country itself in order to investigate just what the hell the conditions were like in this small, isolated nation that could lead a band to make something that sounds like that.

But while their exclusive, "My March," received its own sticker on the front of the CD's jewel case—so you'd know that this album had The Sugarcubes on it without having to pick it up and then turn it around in order to view its tracklist—there's actually another band on here that plays the nutty, hall-of-mirrors Sugarcubes style on here too, and with a very similar type of touched little girl vocalizations as Björk as well, but their pair of contributions are, dare I say it, actually better?

Reptile is a band that comes with the following assortment of instruments: your standard drums, guitar, bass, and keyboards, but also a saxophone, a violin, a banjo, and a marimba too. And while that combination sounds like something a bunch of smirking college stoners would probably torture their fellow classmates with, this group actually seems to squeeze out the best sound that anyone possibly ever could with what they have. "Gun Fun," which also appears on their only album, 1990's Fame and Fossils, and their exclusive, "Ó," really do sound a whole lot better than you'd think; a pair of quirky tunes that are unpredictably fun as hell.

But this album's not just made up of a Sugarcubes-type sound; there's also goth rock, thrash metal, industrial, even rockabilly, and also a band called Daisy Hill Puppy Farm (named after Snoopy's home), who deliver a song that totally flies in the face of the vibe that you'd think a band with that name would have; "Young Blood," which also ended up leading their final release, a 1989 12-inch called Spraycan, is a great, ploddingly heavy, downtempo indie rocker that sounds like it came from the States.

So, truth be told, I did not really end up enjoying most of this album, but it's still definitely interesting and worth it to hear some of the varied sounds that this little country that seemed to be pretty culturally isolated from the rest of the world for a really long time for was able to muster in such short order. Other places with far more ease in their many avenues of cultural access seem to have taken a whole lot longer to get to a similar point of weirdness when compared to this small island nation. And while weird stuff tends to stay underground and indie most everywhere else, it seems to not only just rise to Iceland's mainstream, but it becomes their most popular music attraction, overall.

Highlights:

Reptile - "Gun Fun" Reptile - "Ó" Daisy Hill Puppy Farm - "Youngblood"

[cleverhottubmiracle]

Movement is everything to our species, both metaphorically and physically. Without it, we are static, listing, without direction, traveling to no destination other than our present. Embracing movement is chasing the future, which is almost exactly what being active represents to me. When I am training, I constantly keep in mind the goal of a stronger, more functionally capable body, both for years time and equally for 40 years time. Without movement, we would waste away, our bodies and souls would atrophy, but the struggle and the journey are what gives us the stories and purpose of existence. It’s a pretty fundamental recognition. In a world where we move less than ever in our sedentary lives, where it’s considered ‘normal’ to sit in front of a screen for up to 10 hours a day, only arising to use the restroom… remaining active and moving where possible is of utmost importance. This post is a collaboration with Matalan, as part of their Value of Movement campaign, which totally resonates with my entire ethos. Click MORE to see my top reasons & ways to get moving right now… BUT FIRST, A LIGHT STATISTICAL OBSERVATION… The UN notes that a quarter of all Brits are obese, with levels in excess of Spain, Germany, and France. There are in excess of 20 million souls who are without physical activity in this country, per the British Heart Foundation (sub 150 mins activity per week). They also noted that the average person spends 1/5 of his/her life sitting down, or put another way just under 80 days of each year seated; and yet inactivity is a cause of about 10% of all premature deaths from heart disease, and 15% for any cause. WHAT’S THE ANSWER? Well, activity, clearly! However, one must be realistic; the dilemma of new clients is often that you want to be active but it’s genuinely not feasible, with work and life commitments interfering with the best-made activity plans. You simply can’t get to the gym 5 times a week. However, I would argue that your health is the most important investment you’ll ever make; it’s the one thing you carry with you for the rest of your life, and if you neglect it near-term, you’ll suffer long-term. Embracing motion is the only way around this.  Therefore here are a few tricks that can help you incorporate exercise into every day, even as part busy life. Aside from that, keeping active will keep you motivated. Just a little activity every day deploys endorphins and reminds you just how great it feels to be active, with the benefit that your body will gather incremental strength each time, and the exercises will become easier. Heading out even for a brisk 20-minute walk will lift the mood, and trigger a release of happy hormones, which in turn help keep you positive and motivated. ONE) POWER WALKING IS A SUPERB WAY TO EMBRACE MOVEMENT… Yes, it works, it’s not meant to be a leisurely stroll but one that you literally power through. I recommend to most of my clients who have started training for the first time to aim to achieve >10,000 steps (at least) per day. Invest in a step counter of sorts (Apple Watch does the job beautifully for me), or most mobiles with an accelerometer will have this feature to help calculate your daily steps. By checking in on this throughout the day it’ll help you ensure you don’t leave it until late last minute before bedtime, and spread the activity as you go through the day. HOW TO? – For an indoor treadmill, I’d suggest that a person of medium fitness should aim for a gradient of 7% with a speed of 7km/h. However, this completely varies depending on your fitness level. Ultimately, if you’re outside/indoors you should be thinking ‘this is tough’. You want it to feel almost like a jog although you’re walking – the same sensations are triggered; a raised heartbeat, a light sweat and the feeling of being slightly out of breath.– Ensure the arms are at a 90-degree angle– Maintain good posture throughout– Engage your core and squeeze your glutes.– Avoid looking at the ground, instead gaze forward with intent.– Ensure you have comfortable walking shoes– Bring water to stay well hydrated– I’d also suggest some banging tunes to push you onward! WHY? 1) Superior fat burning2) It’s relatively low-impact, so the consequences on the body are far more gentle (compared to a harsh run),3) A full-body work out which sculpts arms, legs, and core particularly.4) Strengthens bone density.5) Improved blood circulation and pressure.6) Cholesterol improvements.7) The exposure to some hard-to-find Vitamin D (i.e. outdoors!),8) Mood boosting9) A mindful escape – a bit of ‘you time’ for a spot of solitude, to think about things!10) If you’re short on time. Squeeze it in where possible – en route to work, during a lunch break or walking to a meeting – anywhere, anytime but the best time is before breakfast for 60 minutes!– Plus you’ll be taking in some great scenery – nature or the urban city – whilst walking! TWO) BODYWEIGHT EXERCISE  Training, or indeed introducing lighter activity during the day, needn’t be complicated. The benefit of bodyweight exercises are that they’re effective and can be done anywhere. It’s also not unusual that regular gym goers can lift incredibly heavy loads in the gym, but ask them to do 10 push-ups and they struggle. Functional strength is far more useful to the body than the ability to lift huge amounts on a single, less useful plane. That functional capability will help you to stay mobile well into the future, whilst a pursuit of heavy weights may threaten to impair joint functionality in the long run. Here are some of the benefits of bodyweight exercises. WHY? – Functional exercises that involves body movements that are similar or mimic tasks we perform in our daily lives. This can help prevent injuries in the long run.– Strength gain helps to build a more defined musculature and support the loads on joints.– Boosts cardiovascular fitness.– Toasts fat, with a thermogenic effect consuming calories hours after a workout.– You can even deploy body weight exercises en-route to work on your power walk; a park bench is the only kit you’ll need!– Empowering, as you can see how your body gets stronger with time, via your ability to manage more reps of the same exercise.– Improved balance – many moves require balance and work your core as well, from the perspective of stabilizing the motion.– It’s good fun – you can swap it up all the time to add variation, and avoid plateauing.– Solo or in a group – Invite friends to train with you in the great outdoors.– Easily modified – to increase the difficulty factor, simply add more repetitions, focus on tempo – performing the exercises more slowly, for instance can be a lot harder. Check out THIS LITTLE VIDEO I made for Matalan, wearing their Souluxe collection; a power walk, achieving my 20,000 steps, and stopping along the way for a stretch & some light bodyweight exercises. ______________________ This post is a sponsored collaboration with Matalan as part of their #ValueOfMovement campaign. For more about why I take on such projects, please see my DISCLOSURE page. 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[norajworld]

Movement is everything to our species, both metaphorically and physically. Without it, we are static, listing, without direction, traveling to no destination other than our present. Embracing movement is chasing the future, which is almost exactly what being active represents to me. When I am training, I constantly keep in mind the goal of a stronger, more functionally capable body, both for years time and equally for 40 years time. Without movement, we would waste away, our bodies and souls would atrophy, but the struggle and the journey are what gives us the stories and purpose of existence. It’s a pretty fundamental recognition. In a world where we move less than ever in our sedentary lives, where it’s considered ‘normal’ to sit in front of a screen for up to 10 hours a day, only arising to use the restroom… remaining active and moving where possible is of utmost importance. This post is a collaboration with Matalan, as part of their Value of Movement campaign, which totally resonates with my entire ethos. Click MORE to see my top reasons & ways to get moving right now… BUT FIRST, A LIGHT STATISTICAL OBSERVATION… The UN notes that a quarter of all Brits are obese, with levels in excess of Spain, Germany, and France. There are in excess of 20 million souls who are without physical activity in this country, per the British Heart Foundation (sub 150 mins activity per week). They also noted that the average person spends 1/5 of his/her life sitting down, or put another way just under 80 days of each year seated; and yet inactivity is a cause of about 10% of all premature deaths from heart disease, and 15% for any cause. WHAT’S THE ANSWER? Well, activity, clearly! However, one must be realistic; the dilemma of new clients is often that you want to be active but it’s genuinely not feasible, with work and life commitments interfering with the best-made activity plans. You simply can’t get to the gym 5 times a week. However, I would argue that your health is the most important investment you’ll ever make; it’s the one thing you carry with you for the rest of your life, and if you neglect it near-term, you’ll suffer long-term. Embracing motion is the only way around this.  Therefore here are a few tricks that can help you incorporate exercise into every day, even as part busy life. Aside from that, keeping active will keep you motivated. Just a little activity every day deploys endorphins and reminds you just how great it feels to be active, with the benefit that your body will gather incremental strength each time, and the exercises will become easier. Heading out even for a brisk 20-minute walk will lift the mood, and trigger a release of happy hormones, which in turn help keep you positive and motivated. ONE) POWER WALKING IS A SUPERB WAY TO EMBRACE MOVEMENT… Yes, it works, it’s not meant to be a leisurely stroll but one that you literally power through. I recommend to most of my clients who have started training for the first time to aim to achieve >10,000 steps (at least) per day. Invest in a step counter of sorts (Apple Watch does the job beautifully for me), or most mobiles with an accelerometer will have this feature to help calculate your daily steps. By checking in on this throughout the day it’ll help you ensure you don’t leave it until late last minute before bedtime, and spread the activity as you go through the day. HOW TO? – For an indoor treadmill, I’d suggest that a person of medium fitness should aim for a gradient of 7% with a speed of 7km/h. However, this completely varies depending on your fitness level. Ultimately, if you’re outside/indoors you should be thinking ‘this is tough’. You want it to feel almost like a jog although you’re walking – the same sensations are triggered; a raised heartbeat, a light sweat and the feeling of being slightly out of breath.– Ensure the arms are at a 90-degree angle– Maintain good posture throughout– Engage your core and squeeze your glutes.– Avoid looking at the ground, instead gaze forward with intent.– Ensure you have comfortable walking shoes– Bring water to stay well hydrated– I’d also suggest some banging tunes to push you onward! WHY? 1) Superior fat burning2) It’s relatively low-impact, so the consequences on the body are far more gentle (compared to a harsh run),3) A full-body work out which sculpts arms, legs, and core particularly.4) Strengthens bone density.5) Improved blood circulation and pressure.6) Cholesterol improvements.7) The exposure to some hard-to-find Vitamin D (i.e. outdoors!),8) Mood boosting9) A mindful escape – a bit of ‘you time’ for a spot of solitude, to think about things!10) If you’re short on time. Squeeze it in where possible – en route to work, during a lunch break or walking to a meeting – anywhere, anytime but the best time is before breakfast for 60 minutes!– Plus you’ll be taking in some great scenery – nature or the urban city – whilst walking! TWO) BODYWEIGHT EXERCISE  Training, or indeed introducing lighter activity during the day, needn’t be complicated. The benefit of bodyweight exercises are that they’re effective and can be done anywhere. It’s also not unusual that regular gym goers can lift incredibly heavy loads in the gym, but ask them to do 10 push-ups and they struggle. Functional strength is far more useful to the body than the ability to lift huge amounts on a single, less useful plane. That functional capability will help you to stay mobile well into the future, whilst a pursuit of heavy weights may threaten to impair joint functionality in the long run. Here are some of the benefits of bodyweight exercises. WHY? – Functional exercises that involves body movements that are similar or mimic tasks we perform in our daily lives. This can help prevent injuries in the long run.– Strength gain helps to build a more defined musculature and support the loads on joints.– Boosts cardiovascular fitness.– Toasts fat, with a thermogenic effect consuming calories hours after a workout.– You can even deploy body weight exercises en-route to work on your power walk; a park bench is the only kit you’ll need!– Empowering, as you can see how your body gets stronger with time, via your ability to manage more reps of the same exercise.– Improved balance – many moves require balance and work your core as well, from the perspective of stabilizing the motion.– It’s good fun – you can swap it up all the time to add variation, and avoid plateauing.– Solo or in a group – Invite friends to train with you in the great outdoors.– Easily modified – to increase the difficulty factor, simply add more repetitions, focus on tempo – performing the exercises more slowly, for instance can be a lot harder. Check out THIS LITTLE VIDEO I made for Matalan, wearing their Souluxe collection; a power walk, achieving my 20,000 steps, and stopping along the way for a stretch & some light bodyweight exercises. ______________________ This post is a sponsored collaboration with Matalan as part of their #ValueOfMovement campaign. For more about why I take on such projects, please see my DISCLOSURE page. Thank you.  window.fbAsyncInit = function() FB.init( appId : '407759836094849', xfbml : true, version : 'v2.5' ); ; (function(d, s, id) var js, fjs = d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0]; if (d.getElementById(id)) return; js = d.createElement(s); js.id = id; js.src = " fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js, fjs); (document, 'script', 'facebook-jssdk')); (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m))(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga'); ga('create', 'UA-69407084-1', 'auto'); ga('send', 'pageview'); Source link

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Movement is everything to our species, both metaphorically and physically. Without it, we are static, listing, without direction, traveling to no destination other than our present. Embracing movement is chasing the future, which is almost exactly what being active represents to me. When I am training, I constantly keep in mind the goal of a stronger, more functionally capable body, both for years time and equally for 40 years time. Without movement, we would waste away, our bodies and souls would atrophy, but the struggle and the journey are what gives us the stories and purpose of existence. It’s a pretty fundamental recognition. In a world where we move less than ever in our sedentary lives, where it’s considered ‘normal’ to sit in front of a screen for up to 10 hours a day, only arising to use the restroom… remaining active and moving where possible is of utmost importance. This post is a collaboration with Matalan, as part of their Value of Movement campaign, which totally resonates with my entire ethos. Click MORE to see my top reasons & ways to get moving right now… BUT FIRST, A LIGHT STATISTICAL OBSERVATION… The UN notes that a quarter of all Brits are obese, with levels in excess of Spain, Germany, and France. There are in excess of 20 million souls who are without physical activity in this country, per the British Heart Foundation (sub 150 mins activity per week). They also noted that the average person spends 1/5 of his/her life sitting down, or put another way just under 80 days of each year seated; and yet inactivity is a cause of about 10% of all premature deaths from heart disease, and 15% for any cause. WHAT’S THE ANSWER? Well, activity, clearly! However, one must be realistic; the dilemma of new clients is often that you want to be active but it’s genuinely not feasible, with work and life commitments interfering with the best-made activity plans. You simply can’t get to the gym 5 times a week. However, I would argue that your health is the most important investment you’ll ever make; it’s the one thing you carry with you for the rest of your life, and if you neglect it near-term, you’ll suffer long-term. Embracing motion is the only way around this.  Therefore here are a few tricks that can help you incorporate exercise into every day, even as part busy life. Aside from that, keeping active will keep you motivated. Just a little activity every day deploys endorphins and reminds you just how great it feels to be active, with the benefit that your body will gather incremental strength each time, and the exercises will become easier. Heading out even for a brisk 20-minute walk will lift the mood, and trigger a release of happy hormones, which in turn help keep you positive and motivated. ONE) POWER WALKING IS A SUPERB WAY TO EMBRACE MOVEMENT… Yes, it works, it’s not meant to be a leisurely stroll but one that you literally power through. I recommend to most of my clients who have started training for the first time to aim to achieve >10,000 steps (at least) per day. Invest in a step counter of sorts (Apple Watch does the job beautifully for me), or most mobiles with an accelerometer will have this feature to help calculate your daily steps. By checking in on this throughout the day it’ll help you ensure you don’t leave it until late last minute before bedtime, and spread the activity as you go through the day. HOW TO? – For an indoor treadmill, I’d suggest that a person of medium fitness should aim for a gradient of 7% with a speed of 7km/h. However, this completely varies depending on your fitness level. Ultimately, if you’re outside/indoors you should be thinking ‘this is tough’. You want it to feel almost like a jog although you’re walking – the same sensations are triggered; a raised heartbeat, a light sweat and the feeling of being slightly out of breath.– Ensure the arms are at a 90-degree angle– Maintain good posture throughout– Engage your core and squeeze your glutes.– Avoid looking at the ground, instead gaze forward with intent.– Ensure you have comfortable walking shoes– Bring water to stay well hydrated– I’d also suggest some banging tunes to push you onward! WHY? 1) Superior fat burning2) It’s relatively low-impact, so the consequences on the body are far more gentle (compared to a harsh run),3) A full-body work out which sculpts arms, legs, and core particularly.4) Strengthens bone density.5) Improved blood circulation and pressure.6) Cholesterol improvements.7) The exposure to some hard-to-find Vitamin D (i.e. outdoors!),8) Mood boosting9) A mindful escape – a bit of ‘you time’ for a spot of solitude, to think about things!10) If you’re short on time. Squeeze it in where possible – en route to work, during a lunch break or walking to a meeting – anywhere, anytime but the best time is before breakfast for 60 minutes!– Plus you’ll be taking in some great scenery – nature or the urban city – whilst walking! TWO) BODYWEIGHT EXERCISE  Training, or indeed introducing lighter activity during the day, needn’t be complicated. The benefit of bodyweight exercises are that they’re effective and can be done anywhere. It’s also not unusual that regular gym goers can lift incredibly heavy loads in the gym, but ask them to do 10 push-ups and they struggle. Functional strength is far more useful to the body than the ability to lift huge amounts on a single, less useful plane. That functional capability will help you to stay mobile well into the future, whilst a pursuit of heavy weights may threaten to impair joint functionality in the long run. Here are some of the benefits of bodyweight exercises. WHY? – Functional exercises that involves body movements that are similar or mimic tasks we perform in our daily lives. This can help prevent injuries in the long run.– Strength gain helps to build a more defined musculature and support the loads on joints.– Boosts cardiovascular fitness.– Toasts fat, with a thermogenic effect consuming calories hours after a workout.– You can even deploy body weight exercises en-route to work on your power walk; a park bench is the only kit you’ll need!– Empowering, as you can see how your body gets stronger with time, via your ability to manage more reps of the same exercise.– Improved balance – many moves require balance and work your core as well, from the perspective of stabilizing the motion.– It’s good fun – you can swap it up all the time to add variation, and avoid plateauing.– Solo or in a group – Invite friends to train with you in the great outdoors.– Easily modified – to increase the difficulty factor, simply add more repetitions, focus on tempo – performing the exercises more slowly, for instance can be a lot harder. Check out THIS LITTLE VIDEO I made for Matalan, wearing their Souluxe collection; a power walk, achieving my 20,000 steps, and stopping along the way for a stretch & some light bodyweight exercises. ______________________ This post is a sponsored collaboration with Matalan as part of their #ValueOfMovement campaign. For more about why I take on such projects, please see my DISCLOSURE page. 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Movement is everything to our species, both metaphorically and physically. Without it, we are static, listing, without direction, traveling to no destination other than our present. Embracing movement is chasing the future, which is almost exactly what being active represents to me. When I am training, I constantly keep in mind the goal of a stronger, more functionally capable body, both for years time and equally for 40 years time. Without movement, we would waste away, our bodies and souls would atrophy, but the struggle and the journey are what gives us the stories and purpose of existence. It’s a pretty fundamental recognition. In a world where we move less than ever in our sedentary lives, where it’s considered ‘normal’ to sit in front of a screen for up to 10 hours a day, only arising to use the restroom… remaining active and moving where possible is of utmost importance. This post is a collaboration with Matalan, as part of their Value of Movement campaign, which totally resonates with my entire ethos. Click MORE to see my top reasons & ways to get moving right now… BUT FIRST, A LIGHT STATISTICAL OBSERVATION… The UN notes that a quarter of all Brits are obese, with levels in excess of Spain, Germany, and France. There are in excess of 20 million souls who are without physical activity in this country, per the British Heart Foundation (sub 150 mins activity per week). They also noted that the average person spends 1/5 of his/her life sitting down, or put another way just under 80 days of each year seated; and yet inactivity is a cause of about 10% of all premature deaths from heart disease, and 15% for any cause. WHAT’S THE ANSWER? Well, activity, clearly! However, one must be realistic; the dilemma of new clients is often that you want to be active but it’s genuinely not feasible, with work and life commitments interfering with the best-made activity plans. You simply can’t get to the gym 5 times a week. However, I would argue that your health is the most important investment you’ll ever make; it’s the one thing you carry with you for the rest of your life, and if you neglect it near-term, you’ll suffer long-term. Embracing motion is the only way around this.  Therefore here are a few tricks that can help you incorporate exercise into every day, even as part busy life. Aside from that, keeping active will keep you motivated. Just a little activity every day deploys endorphins and reminds you just how great it feels to be active, with the benefit that your body will gather incremental strength each time, and the exercises will become easier. Heading out even for a brisk 20-minute walk will lift the mood, and trigger a release of happy hormones, which in turn help keep you positive and motivated. ONE) POWER WALKING IS A SUPERB WAY TO EMBRACE MOVEMENT… Yes, it works, it’s not meant to be a leisurely stroll but one that you literally power through. I recommend to most of my clients who have started training for the first time to aim to achieve >10,000 steps (at least) per day. Invest in a step counter of sorts (Apple Watch does the job beautifully for me), or most mobiles with an accelerometer will have this feature to help calculate your daily steps. By checking in on this throughout the day it’ll help you ensure you don’t leave it until late last minute before bedtime, and spread the activity as you go through the day. HOW TO? – For an indoor treadmill, I’d suggest that a person of medium fitness should aim for a gradient of 7% with a speed of 7km/h. However, this completely varies depending on your fitness level. Ultimately, if you’re outside/indoors you should be thinking ‘this is tough’. You want it to feel almost like a jog although you’re walking – the same sensations are triggered; a raised heartbeat, a light sweat and the feeling of being slightly out of breath.– Ensure the arms are at a 90-degree angle– Maintain good posture throughout– Engage your core and squeeze your glutes.– Avoid looking at the ground, instead gaze forward with intent.– Ensure you have comfortable walking shoes– Bring water to stay well hydrated– I’d also suggest some banging tunes to push you onward! WHY? 1) Superior fat burning2) It’s relatively low-impact, so the consequences on the body are far more gentle (compared to a harsh run),3) A full-body work out which sculpts arms, legs, and core particularly.4) Strengthens bone density.5) Improved blood circulation and pressure.6) Cholesterol improvements.7) The exposure to some hard-to-find Vitamin D (i.e. outdoors!),8) Mood boosting9) A mindful escape – a bit of ‘you time’ for a spot of solitude, to think about things!10) If you’re short on time. Squeeze it in where possible – en route to work, during a lunch break or walking to a meeting – anywhere, anytime but the best time is before breakfast for 60 minutes!– Plus you’ll be taking in some great scenery – nature or the urban city – whilst walking! TWO) BODYWEIGHT EXERCISE  Training, or indeed introducing lighter activity during the day, needn’t be complicated. The benefit of bodyweight exercises are that they’re effective and can be done anywhere. It’s also not unusual that regular gym goers can lift incredibly heavy loads in the gym, but ask them to do 10 push-ups and they struggle. Functional strength is far more useful to the body than the ability to lift huge amounts on a single, less useful plane. That functional capability will help you to stay mobile well into the future, whilst a pursuit of heavy weights may threaten to impair joint functionality in the long run. Here are some of the benefits of bodyweight exercises. WHY? – Functional exercises that involves body movements that are similar or mimic tasks we perform in our daily lives. This can help prevent injuries in the long run.– Strength gain helps to build a more defined musculature and support the loads on joints.– Boosts cardiovascular fitness.– Toasts fat, with a thermogenic effect consuming calories hours after a workout.– You can even deploy body weight exercises en-route to work on your power walk; a park bench is the only kit you’ll need!– Empowering, as you can see how your body gets stronger with time, via your ability to manage more reps of the same exercise.– Improved balance – many moves require balance and work your core as well, from the perspective of stabilizing the motion.– It’s good fun – you can swap it up all the time to add variation, and avoid plateauing.– Solo or in a group – Invite friends to train with you in the great outdoors.– Easily modified – to increase the difficulty factor, simply add more repetitions, focus on tempo – performing the exercises more slowly, for instance can be a lot harder. Check out THIS LITTLE VIDEO I made for Matalan, wearing their Souluxe collection; a power walk, achieving my 20,000 steps, and stopping along the way for a stretch & some light bodyweight exercises. ______________________ This post is a sponsored collaboration with Matalan as part of their #ValueOfMovement campaign. For more about why I take on such projects, please see my DISCLOSURE page. Thank you.  window.fbAsyncInit = function() FB.init( appId : '407759836094849', xfbml : true, version : 'v2.5' ); ; (function(d, s, id) var js, fjs = d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0]; if (d.getElementById(id)) return; js = d.createElement(s); js.id = id; js.src = " fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js, fjs); (document, 'script', 'facebook-jssdk')); (function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m)function() (i[r].q=i[r].q,i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o), m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g;m.parentNode.insertBefore(a,m) )(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga'); ga('create', 'UA-69407084-1', 'auto'); ga('send', 'pageview'); Source link

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Movement is everything to our species, both metaphorically and physically. Without it, we are static, listing, without direction, traveling to no destination other than our present. Embracing movement is chasing the future, which is almost exactly what being active represents to me. When I am training, I constantly keep in mind the goal of a stronger, more functionally capable body, both for years time and equally for 40 years time. Without movement, we would waste away, our bodies and souls would atrophy, but the struggle and the journey are what gives us the stories and purpose of existence. It’s a pretty fundamental recognition. In a world where we move less than ever in our sedentary lives, where it’s considered ‘normal’ to sit in front of a screen for up to 10 hours a day, only arising to use the restroom… remaining active and moving where possible is of utmost importance. This post is a collaboration with Matalan, as part of their Value of Movement campaign, which totally resonates with my entire ethos. Click MORE to see my top reasons & ways to get moving right now… BUT FIRST, A LIGHT STATISTICAL OBSERVATION… The UN notes that a quarter of all Brits are obese, with levels in excess of Spain, Germany, and France. There are in excess of 20 million souls who are without physical activity in this country, per the British Heart Foundation (sub 150 mins activity per week). They also noted that the average person spends 1/5 of his/her life sitting down, or put another way just under 80 days of each year seated; and yet inactivity is a cause of about 10% of all premature deaths from heart disease, and 15% for any cause. WHAT’S THE ANSWER? Well, activity, clearly! However, one must be realistic; the dilemma of new clients is often that you want to be active but it’s genuinely not feasible, with work and life commitments interfering with the best-made activity plans. You simply can’t get to the gym 5 times a week. However, I would argue that your health is the most important investment you’ll ever make; it’s the one thing you carry with you for the rest of your life, and if you neglect it near-term, you’ll suffer long-term. Embracing motion is the only way around this.  Therefore here are a few tricks that can help you incorporate exercise into every day, even as part busy life. Aside from that, keeping active will keep you motivated. Just a little activity every day deploys endorphins and reminds you just how great it feels to be active, with the benefit that your body will gather incremental strength each time, and the exercises will become easier. Heading out even for a brisk 20-minute walk will lift the mood, and trigger a release of happy hormones, which in turn help keep you positive and motivated. ONE) POWER WALKING IS A SUPERB WAY TO EMBRACE MOVEMENT… Yes, it works, it’s not meant to be a leisurely stroll but one that you literally power through. I recommend to most of my clients who have started training for the first time to aim to achieve >10,000 steps (at least) per day. Invest in a step counter of sorts (Apple Watch does the job beautifully for me), or most mobiles with an accelerometer will have this feature to help calculate your daily steps. By checking in on this throughout the day it’ll help you ensure you don’t leave it until late last minute before bedtime, and spread the activity as you go through the day. HOW TO? – For an indoor treadmill, I’d suggest that a person of medium fitness should aim for a gradient of 7% with a speed of 7km/h. However, this completely varies depending on your fitness level. Ultimately, if you’re outside/indoors you should be thinking ‘this is tough’. You want it to feel almost like a jog although you’re walking – the same sensations are triggered; a raised heartbeat, a light sweat and the feeling of being slightly out of breath.– Ensure the arms are at a 90-degree angle– Maintain good posture throughout– Engage your core and squeeze your glutes.– Avoid looking at the ground, instead gaze forward with intent.– Ensure you have comfortable walking shoes– Bring water to stay well hydrated– I’d also suggest some banging tunes to push you onward! WHY? 1) Superior fat burning2) It’s relatively low-impact, so the consequences on the body are far more gentle (compared to a harsh run),3) A full-body work out which sculpts arms, legs, and core particularly.4) Strengthens bone density.5) Improved blood circulation and pressure.6) Cholesterol improvements.7) The exposure to some hard-to-find Vitamin D (i.e. outdoors!),8) Mood boosting9) A mindful escape – a bit of ‘you time’ for a spot of solitude, to think about things!10) If you’re short on time. Squeeze it in where possible – en route to work, during a lunch break or walking to a meeting – anywhere, anytime but the best time is before breakfast for 60 minutes!– Plus you’ll be taking in some great scenery – nature or the urban city – whilst walking! TWO) BODYWEIGHT EXERCISE  Training, or indeed introducing lighter activity during the day, needn’t be complicated. The benefit of bodyweight exercises are that they’re effective and can be done anywhere. It’s also not unusual that regular gym goers can lift incredibly heavy loads in the gym, but ask them to do 10 push-ups and they struggle. Functional strength is far more useful to the body than the ability to lift huge amounts on a single, less useful plane. That functional capability will help you to stay mobile well into the future, whilst a pursuit of heavy weights may threaten to impair joint functionality in the long run. Here are some of the benefits of bodyweight exercises. WHY? – Functional exercises that involves body movements that are similar or mimic tasks we perform in our daily lives. This can help prevent injuries in the long run.– Strength gain helps to build a more defined musculature and support the loads on joints.– Boosts cardiovascular fitness.– Toasts fat, with a thermogenic effect consuming calories hours after a workout.– You can even deploy body weight exercises en-route to work on your power walk; a park bench is the only kit you’ll need!– Empowering, as you can see how your body gets stronger with time, via your ability to manage more reps of the same exercise.– Improved balance – many moves require balance and work your core as well, from the perspective of stabilizing the motion.– It’s good fun – you can swap it up all the time to add variation, and avoid plateauing.– Solo or in a group – Invite friends to train with you in the great outdoors.– Easily modified – to increase the difficulty factor, simply add more repetitions, focus on tempo – performing the exercises more slowly, for instance can be a lot harder. Check out THIS LITTLE VIDEO I made for Matalan, wearing their Souluxe collection; a power walk, achieving my 20,000 steps, and stopping along the way for a stretch & some light bodyweight exercises. ______________________ This post is a sponsored collaboration with Matalan as part of their #ValueOfMovement campaign. For more about why I take on such projects, please see my DISCLOSURE page. 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Event Success Tips-- Guaranteeing Adequate Facilities with Rental Bathrooms

Introduction

When it comes to planning an event, there are numerous details to take into consideration. From catering and entertainment to seating plans and logistics, the success of your event rests on effective company. Amongst these myriad tasks, one often neglected yet critically vital aspect is making certain adequate facilities-- specifically when it comes to washroom gain access to. In this comprehensive overview, "Event Success Tips-- Making Certain Adequate Facilities with Rental Commodes," Hackney Renters porta potties billboards we'll check out why portable commodes are essential for occasions of all dimensions, how to pick the appropriate rental choices, and ideal practices for preserving sanitation and sanitation.

Understanding Portable Bathroom Rentals What is a Portable Bathroom Rental?

A portable commode leasing entails renting self-supporting cleanliness units that can be put at various exterior places. These toilets are suitable for occasions ranging from songs events and wedding celebrations to construction sites and outdoor parties. They are available in different designs, consisting of common units, deluxe designs with sinks, and obtainable units for individuals with disabilities.

How Much is Portable Commode Hire?

The price of mobile commode hire can vary widely based upon several elements such as place, event period, type of device needed, and extra services like cleansing or upkeep. Generally, you might anticipate to pay between $75 to $150 per day for a common unit. Nonetheless, porta potty rental pricing can rise and fall based on neighborhood demand and seasonal trends.

How Much is a Porta Bathroom Hire?

A Porta Loo typically sets you back about the same as mobile bathroom leasings stated over. Depending upon your requirements-- whether it's an easy system or one equipped with added features-- the cost might range from $80 to $180 for a day's rental. Always get in touch with local vendors for precise rates!

Choosing the Right Variety of Portable Toilets How Numerous Portable Bathrooms Do I Required for 2000 People?

Planning washroom centers for big events requires mindful computation. As a basic general rule, it's advisable to have one portable toilet per every 50 individuals attending your event. For a crowd of 2000 people, that translates into about 40 toilets.

How Many Bathrooms Do I Need for 200 People?

For smaller sized celebrations like celebrations or corporate occasions, having one mobile commode per every 50 visitors remains a good guideline. Thus, for 200 people, you would need around four portable toilets.

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I came across beef (meat of cattle) consumption while going to the hostel. This concept of consuming Beef was entirely new to me. I was new to the consumption of red meat by individuals in our country. Below is some of the knowledge that I gathered regarding beef consumption.

Beef contains protein, iron, and vitamin B12. Beef is a good source of protein and other nutrients, but it is also high in cholesterol and saturated fats which can cause fatty deposits to build up in the blood. Beef can be a healthy part of your diet, but should be eaten in moderation. Beef is an excellent source of iron. The iron in beef helps your body produce hemoglobin, a protein that helps your blood carry oxygen from your lungs to the rest of your body. Not consuming enough iron can put you at risk of iron deficiency anemia, meaning your body isn’t getting enough oxygen. You might feel tired, listless, weak, and mentally foggy. Along with other kinds of red meat, high consumption is associated with an increased risk of colorectal cancer and coronary heart disease, especially when processed (basically preservation).

Eight in ten Indians limit meat in their diets, and four in ten consider themselves vegetarian. All of India's most widely practiced religions have dietary laws and traditions. For example, Hindu texts often praise vegetarianism, and Hindus may also avoid eating beef because cattles are traditionally viewed as sacred. Hindus don't eat beef. They worship the animals. The Muslims don't eat pork. The Buddhists are vegetarians and the Jains are strict vegans who won't even touch root vegetables because of the damage it does to the plants.

The lynching of a Muslim man in Uttar Pradesh for allegedly storing and consuming beef a few weeks ago has sparked a heated debate about banning the meat. Predictably, battle lines have also been drawn around religious groups.

According to NSSO data, the biggest chunk of the beef-eating population is Muslim by faith. Around 63.4 million Muslims consume beef, which is 40% of the total Muslim population. For Christians, this figure is around 26.5%. Although less than 2% of Hindus eat beef, they are ranked second in absolute terms. More than 12.5 million Hindus consume it.

How did we arrive at these numbers?

The last consumer expenditure survey by NSSO was conducted in 2011-12. For the beef/buffalo category, the data was collected in two schedules, type I (based on a 30-day recall period), and type II (based on a 7-day recall period).

We have taken the type I schedule to ensure better capture of actual consumption given the longevity of the recall period. Conversely, it might lead to under-reporting the actual quantity consumed.

Among the 101,000 surveyed households, 9,711 reported having consumed beef. Using population weights given by NSSO to arrive at total population estimates, 83.5 million people out of 1.1 billion people consumed this meat variety, which is around 7.35% of the total population.

Among religious groups, there are considerable variations across caste groups. Apart from Muslims, schedule castes and schedule tribes (SC/ST) comprise the majority of the beef-eating population. Among Hindus, more than 70% of the beef-eating population is SC/ST, 21% is other backward castes and only 7% is upper caste (others category).

Consumption patterns vary across states as well. The largest beef-consuming state is not the Muslim majority in Jammu and Kashmir but Meghalaya, where more than 80% of the population consumes this meat. Among larger states, Jammu and Kashmir, Kerala, Assam, and West Bengal show a relatively higher share of beef-consuming population.

In any case, it is clear from the NSSO data that beef eating cannot be attributed solely to any one particular religious group in the country. In many regions of the country, a large number of non-Muslims eat beef.