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On September 27 2013 23:17 mordek wrote:
I got them after doing some reading and in preparation for a tough mudder (which I highly recommend fivefingers in that situation). Everyone I know that's made the transition has enjoyed it but that's merely anecdotal. I can't stand the feeling of cushy padded running shoes, the bottom of my feet curse me when I do. Shuts off all the musculature/fascia which leads to dysfunctions.
I'm more of a "if that's how you would naturally do it, it's most likely optimal" kinda guy. The quote from the article was pretty telling: "That being said, I emphasize small amount because we are so unaccustomed to this lack of support that it can cause serious injuries." After reading that article I think the TL&DR is: Some people have spent so much time in artificial running conditions (cushioned shoes with arch support) with poor mechanics (this can be a whole host of issues) will have not great results switching to barefoot running, at least not all at once. It's better to be gradual with the conversion." Which is basically the recommendation I've always come across. If you can't even get into a full squat with your butt to your heels (which is a range of motion that everyone should possess) It's probably best to work on that gradually before you throw hundreds of pounds on your back for a squat.
One of the things to keep in mind, all the same, is that you don't really need to shell out $80 for a pair of five fingers to get a "barefoot experience". You can get old fashioned canvas slip-ons that they used pre-Nike for $5. Many minimalist running sandles (if adjusting straps is your thing) are cheaper and there are plenty of minimalist shoes that, while perhaps a bit thicker than basic vibram's won't look nearly as weird.
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United States23745 Posts
Doesn't say that much, I only ever took the ACT but I'm pretty sure I would have been able to be above "college ready" on the SAT
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I seriously don't understand how people can be bad at standardized tests. As long as you can use basic logic and understand process of elimination, you can bullshit your way to a decent score.
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Standardized testing is also pretty harmful. Breeds this culture of learning not to think but to answer very specific question in order to get a score. Terrible mindset to want to have.
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Also 45 minutes to the final Steam announcement, I'm cautiously expecting some sort of game announcement but realistically it's just going to be a controller or something dumb.
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The minority scores are increasing but the average is staying the same
That just means that a larger portion of SAT takers aren't from established demographic groups that perform exceptionally well
So basically there is no new at all, just statistical "paradox"
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Korea (South)11232 Posts
What is this SAT test. Does Everybody need to take it or what?
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United States15536 Posts
On September 28 2013 01:29 Chexx wrote:
What is this SAT test. Does Everybody need to take it or what?
Pretty much. It's the baseline "intelligence test" that proves aptitude for college entrance. The ACTs are a common substitute but the SATs are the "gold standard." See above for warranted criticism.
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On September 28 2013 00:47 phyvo wrote:Show nested quote +On September 27 2013 23:17 mordek wrote:
I got them after doing some reading and in preparation for a tough mudder (which I highly recommend fivefingers in that situation). Everyone I know that's made the transition has enjoyed it but that's merely anecdotal. I can't stand the feeling of cushy padded running shoes, the bottom of my feet curse me when I do. Shuts off all the musculature/fascia which leads to dysfunctions.
I'm more of a "if that's how you would naturally do it, it's most likely optimal" kinda guy. The quote from the article was pretty telling: "That being said, I emphasize small amount because we are so unaccustomed to this lack of support that it can cause serious injuries." After reading that article I think the TL&DR is: Some people have spent so much time in artificial running conditions (cushioned shoes with arch support) with poor mechanics (this can be a whole host of issues) will have not great results switching to barefoot running, at least not all at once. It's better to be gradual with the conversion." Which is basically the recommendation I've always come across. If you can't even get into a full squat with your butt to your heels (which is a range of motion that everyone should possess) It's probably best to work on that gradually before you throw hundreds of pounds on your back for a squat. One of the things to keep in mind, all the same, is that you don't really need to shell out $80 for a pair of five fingers to get a "barefoot experience". You can get old fashioned canvas slip-ons that they used pre-Nike for $5. Many minimalist running sandles (if adjusting straps is your thing) are cheaper and there are plenty of minimalist shoes that, while perhaps a bit thicker than basic vibram's won't look nearly as weird.
This is where I went: http://www.6pm.com/vibram#!/vibram-vibram-fivefingers/WgL5HOICAQs.zso?t=vibram
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I never had to take the SAT but I took the ACT like 3 times. I think only certain schools will take ACT scores but pretty much every university accepts SAT.
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michigan here, no one takes the SAT
all ACT
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I was under the impression SAT was more universally accepted (which is why I only took that instead of both since I did well enough) but this was also 6 years ago or so. I also thought the ACT was more geared towards the technical/science majors.
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In times past the ACT was more of a "Midwestern" thing, but from what I've heard lately it's sort of overtaken the SAT.
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On September 28 2013 01:37 mordek wrote:
I was under the impression SAT was more universally accepted (which is why I only took that instead of both since I did well enough) but this was also 6 years ago or so. I also thought the ACT was more geared towards the technical/science majors.
On September 28 2013 01:38 zer0das wrote:
In times past the ACT was more of a "Midwestern" thing, but from what I've heard lately it's sort of overtaken the SAT.
Pretty much both of these. No one on either coast (or Mountain zone, for that matter) used to accept ACT scores, but I went in-state so I never had to worry about it. I was never under the impression that one was more difficult than the other, but the ACT has been known to have more of a Math/Science focus iirc.
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On September 28 2013 01:10 onlywonderboy wrote:Doesn't say that much, I only ever took the ACT but I'm pretty sure I would have been able to be above "college ready" on the SAT
1550 is like super easy to get...
No offense to anyone here that got below that amount. (remember, the new format is like out of 2400).
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On September 28 2013 01:29 Chexx wrote:
What is this SAT test. Does Everybody need to take it or what?
It's the admissions test for most colleges. Math, reading, writing, 800 pts per section.
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On September 28 2013 01:43 wei2coolman wrote:Show nested quote +On September 28 2013 01:10 onlywonderboy wrote:Doesn't say that much, I only ever took the ACT but I'm pretty sure I would have been able to be above "college ready" on the SAT 1550 is like super easy to get... No offense to anyone here that got below that amount. (remember, the new format is like out of 2400).
1550 is incredibly easy out of 2400.
I did fairly well, but boredom/fatigue plays a huge part in SAT scores. If it wasn't so damn long and repetitive I probably would have done better.
I don't really understand the practical applications of sitting at a test for 6 hours. What the hell does that show them?
ACT is far less repetitive/boring, and I think it's a little shorter (like 4 hours or something). And I'm fairly certain what I scored on ACTs was better comparatively than my SAT score.
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Hm. What do you think of this?
![[image loading]](http://media.steampowered.com/steam/store/livingroom/controller/SteamController.jpg)
![[image loading]](http://cdn2.store.steampowered.com/public/images/promo/livingroom/rljKewyz3M/controller_bindings.jpg)
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ehhhh idk if I like having 2 buttons that I have to press with left thumb
granted, for the portal setup it doesn't seem too bad, but for other games it seems rough. Being able to move and use those buttons at the same time looks...difficult?
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