The one and only thing you need to do in order to lose weight is dial in your diet.
But that's a discussion for a different forum I suppose.
Just sayin'...get that diet dialed in.
Why you should always carry you weapon
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The one and only thing you need to do in order to lose weight is dial in your diet.
But that's a discussion for a different forum I suppose.
Just sayin'...get that diet dialed in.
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I'm 10 mi/20 min from town and any kind of help. Also 10 mi from a med sec prison. 50 ft from a thick patch of woodland. Numerous loaded guns are in various places in the house and a .38 snub and speedloader are in my pocket all the time where legal.
I use the "Pillow pal" for the bed. It is just a thin slab of fiberglass, that slides between the mattress and either the frame or box spring, your holster clips onto it. This way if I just drop my hand down the side of the bed the gun is right there. I have used this method for 25 or 30 years, and it works on most holsters. I have turned countless people on to it. If you look it up, just google Pillow Pal holster or gun retention, it's cheap. Once you see it you can make one from a piece of wood. It works.
When I was younger I carried in my ankle, in my 20's to 40's, while at work. Now I pocket carry. I do wear a fanny pack sometimes, "I used to laugh at the too", but after a while, there just is no place to put all of this stuff. Wallet, keys gun, phone, knife, Light, You either need cargo pants or a pack of some kind. Especially if you carry 2 spare mags.
Really where are you going to put it all? I pocket carry the pistol, so the fanny Pack I just a distraction, it's full of my other junk.
Anyone going for the pack is welcome to it as the gun is in my rt hand pocket.
I could leave much of this stuff at home, but have just gotten so used to clipping one thing on, that I know where everything ,and it's easier than putting ten things in different pockets. It's almost like a utility belt. A tee shirt covers it up and out you go.
I am big enough to get away with it, some guys have these huge packs on that scream ,GUN. mine is really small and just fits the wallet, and stuff I need like car keys mags and a small tac light.
As far as exercise goes, I owned a world Gym, and have done the training thing for 40 years, way before it became popular, so I stay in shape even with a bad back. I gave many guys in here routines over the years. The main thing is to do something. It doesn't matter if it's walking or the elliptical trainer, but you have to get in there at least 4 days a week for an hour. I was going 6 days but this year was rough, if I get in 4 days it's ok.
And you need weights to burn calories, most people think just cardio will do it, but after a while you need the large muscle groups to burn calories, that means weight training.
When I was younger I carried in my ankle, in my 20's to 40's, while at work. Now I pocket carry. I do wear a fanny pack sometimes, "I used to laugh at the too", but after a while, there just is no place to put all of this stuff. Wallet, keys gun, phone, knife, Light, You either need cargo pants or a pack of some kind. Especially if you carry 2 spare mags.
Really where are you going to put it all? I pocket carry the pistol, so the fanny Pack I just a distraction, it's full of my other junk.
Anyone going for the pack is welcome to it as the gun is in my rt hand pocket.
I could leave much of this stuff at home, but have just gotten so used to clipping one thing on, that I know where everything ,and it's easier than putting ten things in different pockets. It's almost like a utility belt. A tee shirt covers it up and out you go.
I am big enough to get away with it, some guys have these huge packs on that scream ,GUN. mine is really small and just fits the wallet, and stuff I need like car keys mags and a small tac light.
As far as exercise goes, I owned a world Gym, and have done the training thing for 40 years, way before it became popular, so I stay in shape even with a bad back. I gave many guys in here routines over the years. The main thing is to do something. It doesn't matter if it's walking or the elliptical trainer, but you have to get in there at least 4 days a week for an hour. I was going 6 days but this year was rough, if I get in 4 days it's ok.
And you need weights to burn calories, most people think just cardio will do it, but after a while you need the large muscle groups to burn calories, that means weight training.
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Same here, and if I walk out the door without it it feels just as weird as not having my cell phone or wallet....
Carrying every day is perfectly fine/normal. Just remember when/where you can't.
And I don't sleep with a gun under my pillow, but it is on the nightstand...
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I feel sorry for those folks that feel the need to have a firearm on them 100% of the time. Either they live/work/play in an area that would never have an attraction to me, associate regularly with people with criminal intentions, or they are paranoid. Either way, not a good thing.
I would never put a gun under my pillow. Just not a real good option. I flail too much in my sleep and would end up looking for it in a tangled mess when I needed it. It's much better in it's regular spot on the nightstand. I don't shower with a gun, nor do I have one in the bathroom when I shower. I give my dog the duty to warn/protect me then. As others have said, I weight the risks associated with situations against the risk of being unarmed. My risks....my choice. So far it has worked out. If I was in a scenario where I never felt I was safe without a firearm and had to adjust my lifestyle as such, I would move.........period.
I would never put a gun under my pillow. Just not a real good option. I flail too much in my sleep and would end up looking for it in a tangled mess when I needed it. It's much better in it's regular spot on the nightstand. I don't shower with a gun, nor do I have one in the bathroom when I shower. I give my dog the duty to warn/protect me then. As others have said, I weight the risks associated with situations against the risk of being unarmed. My risks....my choice. So far it has worked out. If I was in a scenario where I never felt I was safe without a firearm and had to adjust my lifestyle as such, I would move.........period.
Vern Humphrey
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No offense meant, but I feel sorry for those folks that feel they can predict the future.
I don't KNOW when (or if) my house will burn down, my tire go flat, or I will have an automobile accident. So I buy smoke detectors, keep fresh batteries in them, pay my insurance premiums, carry a jack and spare tire and buckle my seat belt. ALL the time.
scaatylobo
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@ Vern Humphrey
That is THE perfect answer to this posting and site in general.
btw = I carry a "unbreakable umbrella" and they are made to do more than keep rain off of you
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So yes,I do keep it handy if I go in anothers vehicle --- along with a small "kit" that takes up little space and keeps me as ready as I feel I need to be.
To each their own,I do not care at all if ANY follow my example.
Just so long as NO ONE deprives me of MY right to be prepared.
That is THE perfect answer to this posting and site in general.
btw = I carry a "unbreakable umbrella" and they are made to do more than keep rain off of you
.So yes,I do keep it handy if I go in anothers vehicle --- along with a small "kit" that takes up little space and keeps me as ready as I feel I need to be.
To each their own,I do not care at all if ANY follow my example.
Just so long as NO ONE deprives me of MY right to be prepared.
km101
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I carry any where I legally can. I carry at home and away because it is a habit and I feel that it is a good one.
I am not obsessed with carrying, I just feel prepared and more comfortable when I do. Everyone should carry or not as they feel is necessary. It's a personal decision.
I am not obsessed with carrying, I just feel prepared and more comfortable when I do. Everyone should carry or not as they feel is necessary. It's a personal decision.
zxcvbob
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My risk of being fired for carrying a gun at work against company policy are much higher than my risk of needing that gun, so I do without. If I ever *need* a gun, I will have to improvise; use a knife instead, or rush the bad guy and grab his, or whatever.
I think we can get too focused on the hardware and forget about the software.
I think we can get too focused on the hardware and forget about the software.
I don't think those people give a crap what you think.
Unfortunately people, including gun guys and gun carriers , have a tendency to think that their way is the right way and anybody who does it differently is doing it wrong, for whatever reason...and people who are insecure in their decisions tend to insult and degrade those who choose differently. It makes them feel better about their decision if they can insult/degrade those who choose differently. Wouldn't want to admit that other reasonable people can come to different reasonable conclusions.
If you don't "feel the need" to have a firearm all the time, that's fine. Don't. It's no skin off our back. A little reciprocation would seem to be in order. As in, if somebody else does 'feel the need' to always be armed, that's fine. They can. It's not skin off your back.
Seanpcola
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My 2 cents. I live in a very low crime area, somewhat rural. All houses where I live are on 2-20 acres, every neighbor knows each other and unless you're a thug from out of town you know every home is armed, well armed. Break ins,.assaults or other violent acts are almost unheard of. I also work in a rural area most days and on occasion have to maintain 40 acres in an isolated location. In reality the biggest threats I should ever encounter is coyotes, rattlesnakes, feral hogs and the occasional alligator. I have dealt with all of them, only once requiring firepower. Im good at being non threatening and looking undesireable for a snack. I mainly carry for that reason. I very seldom head into "town" where the crime is and when I do I follow the three "S" rule and keep my head on a swivel.
In short, I am probably in the lowest percentile of citizens that might require self defense, I planned my life that way.
Ooops, I've needed my CC gun twice to defend against human threats.
First time was when I was working a fence line literally in the middle of nowhere. A truck with three drunk dirtbags pulled up, got to talking menacingly and told me I was about to be robbed and beaten. I attempted to open distance between us and told them to move on. As soon as one of the doors clicked open on the truck and a foot hit the pavement I was drawn and centered on the closest one. They closed the door and left. How would it have turned out? Don't know but there would have been no other reason for them to NOT follow through on their threats. And no witnesses.
Second time: At home, in my shop, peaceful Saturday afternoon. Shop is about 200' behind the house. No one else home, even the neighbors on both sides, in earshot and visual range were gone. Two young guys dressed decently and carrying what looked like open bags with shoulder straps came around my house, to the door of my shop and yelled to see if anyone was around. I came to the door. As soon as I saw them I thought "door to door salesmen". They attempted to start a sales pitch, all the while slowly stepping closer to me. I immediately responded by telling them to stop, back up, leave (nicely at first) and pointed out the no trespassing, no soliciting and alarm signs down my driveway that they ignored. They kept pressing in, all the while talking and me talking over them warning and telling them to leave right now! One in front said he had something to show me and began reaching for the bag on his shoulder. I told him to keep his hands clear of the bag, if he reached in the bag the situation would go bad in a hurry and again to turn around and leave right now. They both laughed at me and he reached for the bag again. I pulled on him and both turned around and left, cussing me as they walked off. I dialed the sheriff's office and a deputy was there immediately. Caught them down the street, searched the bags and yep!, they had stolen guns. Arrested and found to have long records including firearms charges. Pretty sure I literally dodged a bullet that day too.
Only thing I changed after the last incident is I now open carry on my property. YMMV but I'll stay armed all the time for the rest of my life.
I have the pillow pal setup too as was mentioned for when I'm sleeping.
In short, I am probably in the lowest percentile of citizens that might require self defense, I planned my life that way.
Ooops, I've needed my CC gun twice to defend against human threats.
First time was when I was working a fence line literally in the middle of nowhere. A truck with three drunk dirtbags pulled up, got to talking menacingly and told me I was about to be robbed and beaten. I attempted to open distance between us and told them to move on. As soon as one of the doors clicked open on the truck and a foot hit the pavement I was drawn and centered on the closest one. They closed the door and left. How would it have turned out? Don't know but there would have been no other reason for them to NOT follow through on their threats. And no witnesses.
Second time: At home, in my shop, peaceful Saturday afternoon. Shop is about 200' behind the house. No one else home, even the neighbors on both sides, in earshot and visual range were gone. Two young guys dressed decently and carrying what looked like open bags with shoulder straps came around my house, to the door of my shop and yelled to see if anyone was around. I came to the door. As soon as I saw them I thought "door to door salesmen". They attempted to start a sales pitch, all the while slowly stepping closer to me. I immediately responded by telling them to stop, back up, leave (nicely at first) and pointed out the no trespassing, no soliciting and alarm signs down my driveway that they ignored. They kept pressing in, all the while talking and me talking over them warning and telling them to leave right now! One in front said he had something to show me and began reaching for the bag on his shoulder. I told him to keep his hands clear of the bag, if he reached in the bag the situation would go bad in a hurry and again to turn around and leave right now. They both laughed at me and he reached for the bag again. I pulled on him and both turned around and left, cussing me as they walked off. I dialed the sheriff's office and a deputy was there immediately. Caught them down the street, searched the bags and yep!, they had stolen guns. Arrested and found to have long records including firearms charges. Pretty sure I literally dodged a bullet that day too.
Only thing I changed after the last incident is I now open carry on my property. YMMV but I'll stay armed all the time for the rest of my life.
I have the pillow pal setup too as was mentioned for when I'm sleeping.
zxcvbob
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??? I didn't think "shoot, shovel, and shut up" worked very well in town. (seriously, that's the only "3 S" rule I've heard of, or at least recognize)
Seanpcola
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LOL, sorry, maybe I called it wrong. I was refering to "Don't go Stupid places, don't do Stupid things and don't hang around Stupid people".
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Noted. From here forward I'll refer to it as the "Stupid Rule".
It is just timing and circumstance that can get you killed. You may live in the safest area in the country, and if some knucklehead decides to shoot up the place your out of luck if you are there. It doesn't matter where you live anymore, we are a highly mobile society.
And the other thing is if you try enough doors, eventually you will find one that's open.
And the other thing is if you try enough doors, eventually you will find one that's open.
Do what feels best. I find multiple other concerns more pressing personally. I think my biggest life shortening controllable factor is an issue of diet and exercise. I'd rather focus time and effort on physical and mental health than personal protection. I don't disagree with those that find more need to carry. I also sleep walk and have done some "interesting" things while asleep so I lock them all up at night.
I do find it funny when people obsess over protection, yet live a lifestyle that puts them with multiple risk factors for serious health complications. Again, it's no matter to me but it seems many people are so firm on minimizing one threat, yet on the other hand have no consideration for other serious and often higher probability threats. Just a little odd how we all justify our own concerns differently.
I do find it funny when people obsess over protection, yet live a lifestyle that puts them with multiple risk factors for serious health complications. Again, it's no matter to me but it seems many people are so firm on minimizing one threat, yet on the other hand have no consideration for other serious and often higher probability threats. Just a little odd how we all justify our own concerns differently.
Why is this an either/or?
Am I missing something? How does pocketing a firearm, or putting on a holster, before you leave home, limiting the time/effort you can put on health/fitness/diet?
I get your overall statement though. For example, I was at a class last week where one of the guys was chain smoking. I mean...if he didn't have his pistol in his hand, he had a cigarette in his hand. He was quite overweight too. That does make you think a little bit.
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Add to that "Don't go to Government Buildings", see how that works out for you'all.
I don't follow...?
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I also could give a crap as to what other folks think. I was not insulting or attempting to degrade anyone, just saying I felt sorry for folks that feel a need to carry in the shower. No different than folks claiming I'm foolish for not carrying 100% of the time. I assume those folks that feel that need have a hard time identifying with someone who's lifestyle and community doesn't require it. There are scenarios where keeping yourself and your family safe does not solely require always having a gun on your person. Lots more to it than that. Carrying concealed has only been legal here for going on 3 years. One only wonders how we survived all those years before that when a gun is apparently the only way to keep one safe from harm. I don't claim to be able to predict the future, but I can reasonably access my risks in certain scenarios and can ascertain when I don't need to have a firearm on me. In those situations, having one close or even having other options available is reasonable and practical.
Nobody is talking about carrying in the shower.
This is a valid point.
That is unfortunate.
Not everybody survived.
MedWheeler
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buck460xvr wrote:
As you have noticed, some degree of offense was taken to this remark. Personally, I can see why, as it does indeed come off as condescending at the least, and rude at the most. Perhaps it was not your intention, but as I noted to someone else in this very thread, there are few, if any, of us who actually needs to carry a gun even one percent of the time, let alone 100 percent.
The point is that, should that lack of a need ever change, the change will likely be quite sudden, unforeseen, and gravely critical in nature.
That being said, no, I don't carry in the shower. At home, I do prefer to have complete and uncompromised control over my firearm at all times. This is largely due to the presence of a five-year-old in the home, and a house floor plan that does not lend itself well to darting about trying to arm up. For me, the best way to have such control, and still have total access, is simply to have it on me.
After all, there are a lot of people who tote around cellphones more bulky than my EDC.
As you have noticed, some degree of offense was taken to this remark. Personally, I can see why, as it does indeed come off as condescending at the least, and rude at the most. Perhaps it was not your intention, but as I noted to someone else in this very thread, there are few, if any, of us who actually needs to carry a gun even one percent of the time, let alone 100 percent.
The point is that, should that lack of a need ever change, the change will likely be quite sudden, unforeseen, and gravely critical in nature.
That being said, no, I don't carry in the shower. At home, I do prefer to have complete and uncompromised control over my firearm at all times. This is largely due to the presence of a five-year-old in the home, and a house floor plan that does not lend itself well to darting about trying to arm up. For me, the best way to have such control, and still have total access, is simply to have it on me.
After all, there are a lot of people who tote around cellphones more bulky than my EDC.
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