#Image Loading Speed

[freshthoughts2020]

[mctreeleth]

One day I'll do up all the stupid memes I think up that apply incredibly specifically to my 5 hour roadtrip home.

[tetranymous]

Toggle to turn off image resizing

Autoplay toggle outside of the app (THIS INCLUDES GIFS)

Ads respect your autoplay settings

Ads with flashing colours don't get approved

Removal of the number of filtered post content limit

Being able to expand/collapse filtered tags and post content lists on mobile

Toggle that removes filtered tags/post content from your dash

Ability to opt-out of ads data collection/targeting on the app

The ability to search drafts/likes

Being able to turn off the update app banner prompt

Unloading large media elements when they're off-screen on desktop to deal with the lag problem

Fixing the app accumulating a massive cache by storing every icon that's ever been loaded (personal record of "largest tumblr cache" was over 4GB)

simple things that would dramatically improve this website

content label specifically for flashing

ability to see the image you’re describing when writing alt text

permanent “keep tumblr live off my dash” button

ability to add closed captions on videos

blocking someone filters their posts from ur dash

mutuals only posts

filtered tags filtering blazed posts

switching a blog from sideblog to main blog

sending asks/replies/etc from sideblogs

while blocking someone’s main blog you have the option to also block their sideblogs

not slapping mature labels on sfw queer posts

keep “following” the default tab

get rid of the spambots (not simple but by god would it improve the website)

get rid of the t.rfs/nazis/other bigots (not simple but they could start by actually acting on the reports they get)

[seoguruatlantaofficial]

Enhance your website's performance with practical tips for optimizing images for search engines. This video demonstrates how SEO Guru Atlanta can boost your site's visibility through effective image compression, alt text creation, and file formatting. Unlock the secrets to improving load times and SEO rankings with optimized visuals.

[reputationmanagementguru]

Amit Kalsi’s Ultimate Guide to Mastering On-Page SEO: Boost Your Rankings Today!

On-Page SEO is one of the most essential aspects of search engine optimization (SEO) that can significantly impact your website’s rankings. Whether you are a beginner or someone with a little experience, mastering On-Page SEO is crucial if you want to improve your search engine visibility and drive more organic traffic to your website. In this comprehensive guide, Amit Kalsi will walk you through…

[wordpressblogsblog]

How to Improve Your Website Speed with WordPress

Introduction

If your WordPress site feels sluggish, speeding it up is key to boosting visitor satisfaction, SEO, and conversions. Thankfully, there are simple ways to improve speed without much hassle. Let’s explore some easy tips to get your site running faster. For more personalized solutions, consider Custom WordPress development services.

1. Choose a Fast Hosting Provider

The first step to a faster website is selecting a reliable hosting provider. Opt for hosting solutions specifically optimized for WordPress. Managed WordPress hosting is an excellent option since it is tailored to the platform's needs, ensuring optimal performance and automatic updates.

Recommendations:

Managed WordPress Hosting: Offers automatic updates, caching, and server-level optimizations.

VPS or Dedicated Hosting: Suitable for websites with higher traffic for better speed and reliability.

2. Use a Lightweight Theme

Heavy themes can slow down your WordPress site. Choose a lightweight and fast theme optimized for performance. Themes like Astra, GeneratePress, or the default WordPress theme are excellent options.

Tips:

Avoid themes with excessive features or built-in plugins.

Consider using a custom WordPress development service to create a lightweight, custom theme tailored to your specific needs.

3. Leverage Caching Plugins

Caching plugins create static versions of your site content, allowing for faster loading. Some popular WordPress caching plugins are WP Rocket, W3 Total Cache, and WP Super Cache. These plugins can help reduce server load and improve website speed.

What to Look for in Caching Plugins:

Browser Caching: Caches static resources in visitors’ browsers for faster subsequent loads.

Page Caching: Reduces server processing time by serving static content.

Minification: Compresses HTML, CSS, and JavaScript files for faster delivery.

4. Optimize Images

Large, unoptimized images can significantly slow down your site. Use an image optimization plugin like Smush or ShortPixel to compress and resize images automatically.

Best Practices:

Use the correct image format (JPEG for photographs, PNG for graphics).

Consider lazy loading images to defer loading them until they are visible on the screen.

5. Minimize JavaScript and CSS Files

Too many scripts can slow down your site. Use plugins like Autoptimize or WP Rocket to minimize and combine your JavaScript and CSS files. This reduces the number of requests your website makes, leading to faster loading times.

6. Enable GZIP Compression

GZIP compression reduces the size of files sent from your server to the user’s browser, improving the loading speed. You can enable GZIP compression using plugins like WP Rocket or W3 Total Cache.

7. Use a Content Delivery Network (CDN)

A CDN distributes your website's content across multiple servers worldwide. It ensures that visitors are served content from the server closest to them, reducing latency and improving speed.

Popular CDN Services:

Cloudflare

KeyCDN

StackPath

8. Reduce HTTP Requests

Every element on a webpage (images, scripts, stylesheets) requires an HTTP request. Reducing the number of these requests can significantly improve your website speed.

How to Reduce HTTP Requests:

Combine CSS and JavaScript files.

Limit the number of plugins and external resources.

Use inline SVGs instead of loading icon fonts.

9. Regularly Update WordPress, Themes, and Plugins

Outdated software can slow down your site and introduce security risks. Regular updates ensure that you benefit from the latest performance improvements.

10. Consider Using a Custom Solution

If you've implemented all the above strategies and your website speed is still lagging, you may need a more tailored approach. A WordPress website development service can assess your site and provide custom solutions, such as optimizing your database, creating a bespoke theme, or developing performance-focused plugins.

Conclusion

Improving your website speed with WordPress involves a combination of optimizing hosting, themes, plugins, and content. Whether you use off-the-shelf solutions or engage in WordPress development solutions, enhancing site performance will pay off through better user experience and SEO.

By following these steps, you can ensure a more streamlined, fast, and responsive WordPress site that delights your visitors and search engines alike.

[goldennika]

why is tumblr taking forever to load images/gifs recently…

[ao3scrapesearch]

Alright! Sorry for being so absent today! I was building a tool so you can all check your own names on demand.

I am asking that you not talk about it on Hugging Face. I'm sure word will get there eventually, but I'd like to avoid them accessing this as much as possible. Feel absolutely free to spread around Tumblr.

AO3 search tool is here! Use page 1 to search scraped fics by username. Use page 2 to search by work ID (which you'll need to do if you're looking for an anonymous work).

In case this post breaches containment: this is a tool that only has access to the work IDs, titles, author names, and chapter counts of the scraped fics for this most recent scrape discovered in April 2025. There is no other work data in this tool. It originally also showed the number of hits at the time of the scrape, but I had to remove that since it was really slowing down the tool's loading. This never had the content of your works loaded to it, only info to help you check if your works were scraped.

Thanks to everyone who helped with the cost to host the tool! I appreciate you so so so much. As of this edit, I've received more donations than what I paid to make this tool so you do NOT need to keep sending money. (But I super appreciate everyone who did help fund this! I just wanna make sure we all know it's all paid for now.)

Please come yell if the tool stops working, and I'll fix as fast as I can. It's slow as hell, but it does load eventually. Give it up to 10 minutes, and if it seems down after that, please alert me via ask! Anons are on if you're shy.

The mobile view only works if you have the Power BI mobile app, which is kind of a silly thing for you to download if this is the only report you will ever load. The best alternative I can find is enabling screen rotation and turning your phone sideways. It's a litttttle easier to use like that.

At this time, I believe most of the fics that were missed were caused by deficiencies in the scraper's code. I will continue to research on that, and you guys will be the first to know if I find anything that seems to be an effective anti-scraping measure.

Some FAQs below the cut:

"What do I need to do now?": At this time, the main place where this dataset was shared is disabled. As far as I'm aware, you don't need to do anything, but I'll update if I hear otherwise.

"I don't want to know!": This tool is 100% optional. If you don't want to know, simply don't click the link. You are totally welcome to block me if it makes you feel more comfortable.

"Can I see the exact content they scraped?": Nope, not through me. I don't have the time to vet every single person to make sure they are who they say they are, and I don't want to risk giving a scraped copy of your fic to anyone else. If you really want to see this, you can find the info out there still and look it up yourself, but I can't be the one to do it for you.

"Are locked fics safe?": Not safe, but so far, it appears that locked fics were scraped less often than public fics. The only fics I haven't seen scraped as of right now are fics in unrevealed collections, which even logged-in users can't view without permission from the owner.

"My work wasn't a fic. It was an image/video/podfic.": You're safe! All the scrape got was stuff like the tags you used and your title and author name. The work content itself is a blank gap.

"It's slow.": Unfortunately, a 13 million row data dashboard is always going to be on the slow side. I think I've done everything I can to speed it up, but it may still take up to 10 minutes to load. It's faster if you can use desktop, but it should work on your phone too.

(Made some quick edits to the post on 04-May-2025 to update information a bit!)

[mrsantobabu]

How on page SEO work?

On-page SEO (Search Engine Optimization) involves optimizing various elements on a webpage to improve its visibility in search engine results and provide a better user experience. It focuses on both the content and the HTML source code of a page. Here's how on-page SEO works:

Keyword Research: Identify relevant keywords that users might use to find your content. Use tools to analyze search volume, competition, and user intent.

Page Title (Title Tag): Craft a unique and descriptive title for your page that includes your target keyword. The title appears in search results and browser tabs.

Meta Description: Write a concise and informative meta description that summarizes the page's content and encourages users to click through from search results.

Heading Tags (H1, H2, H3, etc.): Use heading tags to structure your content hierarchically. The H1 tag typically represents the main topic, while H2 and H3 tags organize subtopics.

Keyword Placement: Incorporate your target keyword naturally in the content, including the introduction, subheadings, and body. Avoid keyword stuffing.

Content Quality and Relevance: Create valuable, relevant, and engaging content that addresses the user's query and provides useful information.

Internal Linking: Include internal links to relevant pages within your website. This helps users navigate and improves website structure.

URL Structure: Create short, descriptive, and user-friendly URLs that include the target keyword. Avoid complex and lengthy URLs.

Image Optimization: Optimize images by using descriptive filenames and adding alt text that describes the image's content.

Mobile-Friendly Design: Ensure your webpage is responsive and functions well on mobile devices. Mobile-friendliness is important for user experience and SEO.

Page Loading Speed: Optimize your page's loading speed by compressing images, using browser caching, and optimizing code.

Schema Markup: Implement structured data (schema markup) to provide additional context to search engines, potentially leading to enhanced search results.

Engaging User Experience: Aim for a user-friendly design with clear navigation, readable fonts, and a clean layout.

SSL/HTTPS: Secure your website with an SSL certificate to ensure secure data transmission and gain a slight ranking boost.

Canonical Tags: Use canonical tags to indicate the preferred version of a page when there are duplicate or similar content issues.

Monitoring and Optimization: Regularly monitor your page's performance in search results, track user behavior, and make adjustments based on data and trends.

On-page SEO helps search engines understand the content and context of your webpage, making it more likely to rank higher for relevant search queries. By following best practices and continually improving your on-page elements, you can enhance your chances of attracting organic traffic and providing a positive user experience.

[thoughtssvt]

adventures of sugar daddy nanami kento and his frugal sugar baby [ pt. 2 ]

nanami kento x reader ; fluff & humor ; nsfw joke | [ pt. 1 ]

MDNI — 18+ interactions only

A/N : it's implied that reader is still attending school, whether that be college undergrad or grad is up to you; tldr: reader is over the age of 18

"darling, are you busy right now?" kento's voice dripped from the speaker of your phone like thick honey.

"nope, go ahead," you confirm that you have time to talk as you wipe the sweat off your brow, the summer sun and scalding water making your body temperature rise.

you could practically hear kento's brows furrow, "are you sure? you sound a distance away and I can hear the water running," he said suspiciously.

you cringed, holding your breath as you slowly slid the plate onto the rack only to cringe at the sharp hiss of ceramic skidding against metal.

"I thought you started using the dish washer," kento sighed, the creak of his office chair putting the image of a disappointed kento leaning back in his chair in your head.

"I don't trust it, kento!" you cried dramatically. you would've clutched at your heart if your hands weren't soaking, sparkling glasses weeping on the rack at the mere thought of being thrown in satan's machine.

a staccato sigh and your muffled chuckles filled the kitchen. "anyway," kento continued, "I was wondering if you had the energy for something public." he asked, always considerate of your social battery.

you blotted your hands against the hand towel that hung from the oven door's handle, humming happily as you reached for the nice hand lotion kento had gotten for you, worried about the state of your hands considering the temperature of the water you habitually used. "why? is this some secret exhibition sex club thing that you rich people have?" you teased.

"I want to treat you to an outing since you refuse to do it yourself," kento poked back, speeding passed your joke, already used to your antics.

"oh, not denying it? does it actually exist?" your eyes widened in feigned suspicion, a weak attempt at changing the subject.

"do you know why I started looking for a sugar baby?" kento continued. you sucked in a breath only to be cut off, "nevermind... don't answer that." kento sighed, making you chuckle. "I wanted someone to enjoy spending my money. I lost that kind of excitement a long time ago, so you don't have to hold back. you can ask me for anything that will make you happy, okay?" he explained, sincerity oozing from his voice.

you nodded as you listened, ears perking up towards the end. "anything?" you parroted drawn out and timid.

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kento scrubbed his hands against his scalp, blond locks effectively spiking in every direction. you were both sat next to each other at the dining table, crowding around your laptop-- the one you'd refused to replace, deadset on it lasting you at least another four years despite the volume the fans worked being loud enough to wake kento from his sleep. kento sat defeated, chin digging into his palm as he stared into the abyss while you wore a gleaming smile on your face, excitedly knocking against the table as you waited for your prehistoric machine to load.

once the confirmation screen popped up you wrapped your arm around kento's, pulling him in close. "you were right, kento! spending all this money is fun!" you chimed, wiggling like a weight had been lifted off your shoulders.

kento stared at you with glassy eyes. "I don't know what to do to make you understand," he croaked. "was this really fun for you?" he softened as he took in your features and how much more energized you seemed after just a few clicks.

when he got home from work you'd dragged him to the table, pulling up the tragic student loan debt page, eagerly asking him if it was really okay to spend this much all at once. he'd paid off your loans and the remaining balance of your current semester. you felt like you were floating, to say the least.

kento was more than happy to pay these debts off, but he'd assumed that if you had any they would've been your first priority, not a scrubdaddy and a dish rack. he deflated once again at the mere memory.

you chuckled fondly at the display, reaching to plant a soft kiss on his cheek. "fine, fine. let's go."

his brows knit tightly as you input the address into his phone, sticking it to the dash before securing your seatbelt. you had him park a bit away from a 7-eleven. he followed you hesitantly, watching as you hummed quietly to yourself, a bounce in our step as the two of you took a short walk down to akihabara station. you stopped with your arms spread in a grandiose gesture, the wall behind you stacked floor to ceiling with gashapon machines.

"i've always wanted to try one of these, but the probability that I would get what I wanted on my first try was always slim." you explained as your eyes scanned the wall for a specific capsule series. you held your palm open asking for coins which kento handed to you with a gentle smile.

he watched you for who knows how long. the capsules kept coming, countless duplicates filling his arms. and it was worth it to see your smile, bright and unashamed, every time you popped a capsule open.

"ah, finally!" you cheered as you turned to kento, a small plastic sandwich in the palm of your hand, the same sandwich he got everyday for lunch.

his heart overflowed, spreading heat across his chest. you'd gone through all that work just to get his sandwich. even given the opportunity to do something for yourself you still thought of others, but you were happy and that was enough for him.

"come, come! I think I saw one that had a desk like the one in your office." you beamed, eyes busy searching for the machine with every intention to set these figures up in the corner of your own desk. somewhere along the way kento left you for a moment just to stop by a store for a bag, dumping all your gachas in it until you got exactly what you were looking for. a smile plastered on his face as you continuously loaded coins into the machine.

he rests a hand on your thigh on the drive home, pinching it just enough to grab your attention. "thank you," he whispers, bringing your hand to his face to kiss at your knuckles. thank you for showing him all the small happiness the world had. he had a lot to learn from you.

part 1 | sugar daddy kento masterlist | jjk men x reader masterlist

divider by @tyuniwa

tag list : @that-goth-bisexual @yannauauau

[narfin-frood]

idea that was haunting me while i took a shower earlier (transcript & single image page under the cut)

(figured i'd split it up so it would load a little quicker and display a little sharper)

TRANSCRIPT:

{hater and peepers are in a time orbble, and hater is racing along at full speed while peepers, unable to keep up, whirls around the orbble, yelling, distraught, as he does.}

HATER: back to the present! back to the present!!

PEEPERS: WHOAOAOAOAOAOAOAOAA!!!

{hater skids to a stop, and peepers is left to tumble until he loses his momentum.}

HATER: WAIT!! IS THAT...????

PEEPERS: WuoWoWOWwoOOough OOMPH!!

{hater presses his lack of a nose against the orbble's wall. beyond it, there's a stage, spewing smoke from machines into the crowd surrounding it. there's a banner hanging above it, reading "NOzN", stylized like the nine inch nails logo.}

HATER: IT IS!! IT'S...IT'S THE NINETY-OUNCE NIHILISTS POST-DEMOLITION GHOST-PLANET TOUR!!!

{hater continues to gush about the particular album he owns that contains the setlist they did for this particular tour, and says he knows all the words. peepers is picking himself up off the floor.}

PEEPERS: oogh...wh... that old band? hold on. when exactly did this tour happen?

HATER: oh, not too long ago. only a few...

(pause)

HATER:...hundred years ago

PEEPERS: because if ninety-ounce nihilists broke up in... wait. DID YOU SAY HUNDRED???

HATER, talking over peepers: SHH SHH SHUT UP PEEPERS, IT'S STARTING!

{focus turns to major threat on the stage, holding the microphone and introducing himself. to his left is somebody with a big hat and an equally big electric guitar.}

MAJOR THREAT: how's it going tonight? feeling doomed? well, get used to it!! we are NINETY-OUNCE NIHILISTS!!!

HATER, offscreen: hey, who's the guitarist?

PEEPERS, offscreen: i don't know, sir...

HATER: never seen him on the poster...

{the guitarist tilts his head up to reveal his identity... it's wander! wander in guyliner and a leather jacket!}

HATER: wait... NO!!!

PEEPERS: wait, WHAT??

{hater gapes down at the stage, croaking in shock and disgust. peepers looks down in shock.}

PEEPERS: wh- how- that can't be right!... that makes him how old??

{wander starts to play his guitar, major threat starts to sing.}

HATER: all this time. that filthy riff...i can't believe it...

PEEPERS: neither can i, sir...

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this is pretty silly and self indulgent but i finished it in such a short window of time i figure it mustve been a necessary assignment. here are a few songs they could be playing because i like nine inch nails and i like wander over yonder music

imagine if u will. two man gentleman band cover

[henrythehorse]

"Since the rise of The Beatles, John has gained the image of the vicious, outspoken Beatle. How did he like it? "It’s been very useful," he replied. "A lot of slimy reporter types seem to have got to fear me, it’s fantastic. I didn’t work for the title of the vicious Beatle, the biting Beatle, the one with the rapier wit. It’s a load of crap. It’s handy being tagged like this. When I meet intelligent and hip people, I have to be on my toes not to disillusion them. The people who have fallen for my image and publicity go to Paul, which I think’s funnier still."

"Paul can be very cynical and much more biting than me when he’s driven to it. ’Course, he’s got more patience. But he can carve people up in no time at all, when he’s pushed. He hits the nail right on the head and doesn’t beat around the bush, does Paul."

John Lennon, interview w/ Ray Coleman for Melody Maker. (April 10th, 1965)

"I remember John saying to me, ‘God, I remember walking behind a group of press and you at some cocktail reception. I was just hovering near, and you were giving them the world’s greatest bullshit! Not a word of it was true,’ he said. ‘I loved it, though, it was brilliant.'"

Paul McCartney: Many Years from Now by Barry Miles

“You know, it serves Paul right,” John went on. “I think subconsciously he wanted to get busted.” John speculated that Paul’s fondness for marijuana was his way of “rebelling against this image of the ‘goody-two-shoes’ businessman” with which the Eastmans had stuck him. “Paul wanted to show the world—particularly the British—that he’s still a bit of a bad boy’ John concluded."

The Last Days of John Lennon: A Personal Memoir by Fred Seaman

JOHN: Well, he had a single – it’s on the radio, out here – and I thought that ‘Coming Up’ was great! But I liked the freak version that he made in his barn [more] than that live Glasgow one, you see. I’m – yeah.

HILBURN: The one that’s on the album. The one with the speeded up voices?

JOHN: Yeah, I think that’s – if I’d been with him, I would have said, “Yes, that’s the one,” too, and I thought that the record company had the nerve changing it round on him. But you know, I know what they mean, they want to hear the real guy singing, but I like the freaky one. Stevie Wonder does it, nobody moans at him. 

John Lennon in talks with LA Times writer Robert Hilburn. October 10th, 1980 (Hit Factory, New York).

[steelestallion]

💪Ryder Steele’s Muscle Gain Instruction Manual. 💪

A surface-level yet comprehensive beginner’s guide to working out/body building/gaining muscle written by a tboy with a degree in human physiology, with tboys in mind. Speed training, toning, and cardio/lung health training will not be explored.

(Part 1) Diet. Talking about food, their molecules and how the body responds.

An aspect of bodybuilding/exercizing that is just as important as the weights and workouts themselves. Generally, the more a human does, the more nutrition they need in every sense.

Protein is needed to survive as a human, 0.8 grams per kilogram of weight MINIMUM. (source) To gain muscle you need to consume more protein than that. 1 gram per pound of body is a good goal.

There are additional ingredients, Amino Acids, you can ingest to give your body more of what it needs to build muscle. The most common is creatine, and it can be found naturally in foods or bought alone. 14mg per pound is a good dose, (source) but you could do as low as you like.

Carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, minerals, and water are other things essential to keep you running, but aren’t the building block of muscle.

For vitamins, minerals, and water be sure to get the daily recommended dose. It’s worth considering a little more than recommend water, potassium, magnesium, and sodium in your diet for adequate muscle usage before and during working out. Also, a bit more calcium in general for muscle movement and the strength your bones must gain to support stronger muscles and weight loads.

For carbohydrates and fats, it’s important to have adequate levels of these. The body uses carbohydrates for energy first and mainly, then uses fats, then proteins. How much? Well it depends on how much you care about the image of your body, and what your goals are.

The Bulk is for people who want to gain muscle and mass a bit quicker. There is clean bulking and dirty bulking. Dirty bulking is eating a lot without much regard to amounts. Clean bulking is to gain muscle mass while keeping your body fat percentage at relatively the same level.

The Cut is for people who want to reduce their body fat percentage. Eating at a slight/moderate deficit to force the body to consume fat cells as energy. High protein is still consumed.

Before working out, you should consume something 30-40 minutes before starting. Preworkout, a caffeinated substance, or complex carbohydrates to give you the energy needed to begin and not crash.

After working out, you should consume a good portion of your daily proteins 30 minutes to four hours later.

(Part 2)Working out. Utilizing and ripping the telomeres of your muscles and forming neural pathways.

To build muscle, you need to utilize the muscles. To get bigger muscles, your body needs to move with more resistance than what it normally does. Weight acts as the resistance.

Warming up is an important first step to working out, as you need to prime your body’s systems and cells. Heart rate is the primary thing to warm up, because using muscles required your heart pump harder and faster. 5-10 minutes of warmup minimum of cardio is best. The intensity of this cardio is your choice. Dancing, fast walking, jogging/running, jump rope, cycling, etc. are good. Stretching is also a good precursor to the warmup as the warmup uses your muscles also. It’s a process, but its important to warm up properly to avoid tightness, cramps, or even things snapping.

The weightlifting a complicated and highly discussed thing. There are hundreds of motions across gym machines, tools, and muscles for you to chose from. Which ones you do depend on what is available, and the muscles you want to work. Write stuff down if you must. Here is an exercise dictionary.

Muscle names are good to know to decide which motions to do. Look at this diagram to learn, and build your own encyclopedia and routine.

Frequency of working out is important. If your body does not use muscles, they deteriorate. You can work certain muscles more frequently than others. Just keep adequate rest. You may see things like push/pull day, arm day. This is the type of motions and muscles focused. Dedicating a workout session/day to one muscle group helps keep track of avoiding overuse. See Rest for more. Once a week at minimum you should work a muscle group to keep it from deteriorating. Here’s an example: Sunday rest. Monday arms&core. Tuesday whole back. Wednesday rest. Thursday whole arms. Friday rest. Saturday whole legs.

Duration of working the muscle during a session/day impacts its growth. A rep is one time going through a motion. Sets is how many times you do a group of reps. 3x15 pushups is I’m doing 15 pushups. Rest. 15 more. Rest. 15 more. Three sets of fifteen. To build endourance, lower weight at higher reps. To build mass and strength, higher weight at lower reps.

Finally, the weight heaviness. You should slightly push your muscles to start, then base your weight patterns off of what is a good amount of strain for you. The more you challenge/strain yourself, the more it will hurt and build muscle mass. Also, the faster you increase the weight your muscles fight against, the higher the risk of injury. However, if you stick to a weight that is not challenging, your muscles will not grow. There must always be some element of challenge your muscles must always be chasing to keep up with. Thats what growing is. For example: I’ve been bicep curling single dumbbells of 10 pounds for months. 12 pounds is a comfortable challenge, and I can do 15 also but not the whole set. So, I may warm up with 1 set of 10lbs. Two sets of 12lbs, then finish with one set of 15 at lower reps. The number of reps per set could be 15,12,10,6. Decreasing reps while increasing weight to prep the body, but not injure too much.

(Part 3) Rest. Your body building new muscle, and preparing to work again.

In between sets of exercise, you need to rest your muscles for enough time for them to become reloaded with their energy, ATP. ~1 minute for heavily lifting. Ensure you’re breathing well also to give your blood oxygen. Deeper, healthy breaths during rest is good.

After training it’s recommended to give a muscle group ~48 hours of rest to rebuild the fibers. Rest means not training it, but of course if you need to use them, use them. Additionally, you can still be active and rest, doing a thing called active rest. Doing nothing at all, which has its benefits, is called passive rest.

Sleep is your body’s way of storing information and taking out the cerebral trash. During sleep your body produces growth hormone, your brain works to retain all of the information you and your body learned during the day, and generally refreshes itself. Napping can be beneficial also if it doesn't interfere with getting the minimum 8-10 hours depending on your age group.

Thank you for reading! If you have any questions, would like help creating workout plans, or would like a bit of praise or encouragement feel free to reach out. Also if there are any errors. Now go have fun!

[blakeswritingimagines]

Kink List With Sidney Crosby

A = Aftercare (What they’re like after sex)

Sidney loves to take care of you after sex, whether that means massaging you, washing you, or holding you tenderly in his arms. He really enjoys cuddling with you. He also checks in to make sure you are okay and comfortable after sex, both physically and emotionally.

B = Body part (Their favorite body part of theirs and also their partner’s)

Sidney's favorite part of his body is his strong and muscular arms, which he uses to score goals and wrap around you to hold you closely. As for his partner's body, he simply adores every inch of your body and can't quite choose a favorite part. He loves it all.

C = Cum (Anything to do with cum basically… I’m a disgusting person)

Sidney usually prefers to cum inside, but he also enjoys cumming on your body or even your face. When he can hold back enough, it's quite a lot, but if he hasn't been with you for a while, the load can get pretty intense.

D = Dirty Secret (Pretty self-explanatory, a dirty secret of theirs)

One thing that Sidney might be embarrassed to admit is how much he enjoys being dominated from time to time. He gets turned on by the idea of giving up control to you and letting you take charge in the bedroom.

E = Experience (How experienced are they? Do they know what they’re doing?)

Sidney is quite experienced, both on and off the ice. He's had many years to perfect his skills, both in hockey and in the bedroom. He knows exactly how to use his body and his words to bring you pleasure, and he loves exploring your body and finding out what makes you tick.

F = Favorite Position (This goes without saying. Will probably include a visual)

Sidney's favorite position is missionary. It lets him get as close to you as possible, look into your eyes, and explore your body with his hands and mouth. He loves to feel your body squirm beneath him, and he loves being able to kiss and nuzzle your neck and face as he takes you.

G = Goofy (Are they more serious in the moment, or are they humorous, etc)

When it comes to sex, Sidney can be a mix of both. He's usually pretty serious and focused on pleasing you, but he's also not afraid to crack a joke or two and have a little fun. He's known to be a bit of a goofball off the ice, so that side of him sometimes shines through in the bedroom, making things more lighthearted and enjoyable.

H = Hair (How well groomed are they, does the carpet match the drapes, etc.)

Sid is very well groomed, both on and off the ice. He takes care of himself, especially since he is a public figure, so you can expect a well-trimmed and groomed look down there. As for whether the carpet matches the drapes, you'll have to find out for yourself, won't you?

I = Intimacy (How are they during the moment, romantic aspect…)

When it comes to intimacy, Sidney is a big softie, although he may not always show it publicly. In private, he loves to indulge in romantic moments with you. He'll hold your hand, give you lingering kisses, and whisper sweet nothings in your ear. He's not afraid to express his emotions and show you how much he cares about you, whether that's through intimate words or intimate touches.

J = Jack Off (Masturbation headcanon)

Despite being known for his skills on the ice, Sidney still has needs like anyone else. Sometimes when he's feeling particularly pent up, he'll take matters into his own hands. He enjoys experimenting with different techniques and speeds, and he likes to think about you while he's doing it. He imagines your touch, and the thought of being with you always pushes him closer and closer to the edge.

K = Kink (One or more of their kinks)

Despite his boy-next-door image, Sidney has a few hidden kinks. One of his biggest kinks is dominating his partner. He loves to take control and have you completely at his mercy. He's also into light bondage, and he loves to tease and edge you until you can't take anymore. He's also got a bit of a praise kink, getting off on hearing you tell him how good he makes you feel.

L = Location (Favorite places to do the do)

When it comes to locations, Sidney isn't picky. He's got a thing for adrenaline, so he'll take you anytime, anywhere. But if he had to choose, he'd say that his favorite place to do the deed would be in the privacy and comfort of your own bed. There, he can take his time and enjoy every moment without worrying about the outside world. There's also a certain thrill in knowing you can be as loud as you want without worrying about being caught.

M = Motivation (What turns them on, gets them going)

There are a few things that turn Sidney on and get him going. First and foremost, seeing you get turned on is a major motivation for him. He loves knowing that he can make you feel good and seeing the effect he has on you. He also craves physical touch and affection, so a simple touch or a lingering kiss can easily set him off. He's also known to be a bit of a romantic at heart, so anything sweet and romantic can quickly get his motor running.

N = NO (Something they wouldn’t do, turn offs)

While Sidney is open-minded and willing to try new things, there are a few things that are a hard no for him. One of his main turn-offs is anything that involves pain or discomfort. He's not into BDSM or any kind of rough play, so anything that could cause either of you pain or distress is completely off limits. He also has strong feelings against anything that would harm or disrespect you or your relationship, so betrayal or infidelity is a complete dealbreaker for him.

O = Oral (Preference in giving or receiving, skill, etc)

When it comes to oral, Sidney is a giver. He loves to please you and make you feel good, and he takes pride in his skills in this area. He's definitely quite skilled in using his mouth to bring you pleasure, and he loves to take his time to ensure that you're feeling good. While he enjoys receiving oral as well, he gets off on giving it even more, enjoying the sense of power and control it gives him.

P = Pace (Are they fast and rough? Slow and sensual? etc.)

When it comes to the pace of the action, Sidney can be quite flexible. He's not afraid to switch things up and adapt to your preferences. That said, he tends to prefer a more sensual and slow pace, taking his time to build up the anticipation and pleasure. He likes to savor every moment and explore your body with all of his senses. While he's fully capable of picking up the pace and getting rougher if that's what you're in the mood for, he loves the feeling of drawing things out and making you beg for more.

Q = Quickie (Their opinions on quickies rather than proper sex, how often, etc.)

While Sidney does enjoy having proper, passionate sex sessions, he's also open to the occasional quickie. He knows that life can get busy, and sometimes you just need a quick release. As for how often he likes to have quickies, it really depends on the circumstances. If he's feeling particularly frisky and you're feeling equally in the mood, he's all for it. But he also likes the build-up and the anticipation that comes with proper sex, so he doesn't want it to replace the full experience altogether.

R = Risk (Are they game to experiment, do they take risks, etc.)

While Sidney is generally quite adventurous and open-minded, he's not one to take unnecessary risks. When it comes to experimenting in the bedroom, he's always focused on making sure both of you are comfortable and safe. He'll definitely try new things with you, but only if he knows that it won't harm or cause discomfort to either of you. He's all for adding a little bit of thrill and excitement in the bedroom, but he'll never do anything that could put you or your relationship at risk.

S = Stamina (How many rounds can they go for, how long do they last…)

As an athlete, it's no surprise that Sidney's stamina is quite impressive. He can usually go for multiple rounds, depending on how much time you have. His recovery time is also quite short, so he doesn't require a lot of rest in between. And when it comes to how long he lasts, he's more than capable of holding back and pacing himself to ensure that you're both thoroughly satisfied before he finds his own release.

T = Toy (Do they own toys? Do they use them? On a partner or themselves?)

Sidney doesn't own any toys himself, but he's not opposed to using them with you if you're into it. He's willing to try new things and make you feel good, and if that means using toys, he's all for it. He's also quite open to you using toys on yourself, as long as it makes you feel good. And, as mentioned before, he loves to be in control, so the idea of using toys on you while taking charge definitely appeals to him.

U = Unfair (how much they like to tease)

While Sidney is a generous and giving partner, he's also not afraid to be a bit of a tease. He loves hearing your reactions when he says or does something that drives you crazy, and he gets a sense of satisfaction when he sees how badly you want him. At times, he can be quite relentless, drawing out the teasing until you're begging for him. But he also knows when to give you what you want, and he loves to be the one to bring you pleasure. So, overall, he definitely enjoys teasing but always follows through in the end.

V = Volume (How loud they are, what sounds they make)

When it comes to volume, Sidney tends to be louder than you'd expect from his reserved public demeanor. He's not afraid to make noise when he's feeling good, and he loves to hear you make noise too. He'll let out soft moans and groans, and sometimes he'll even let out a few dirty words when he's really getting into it. He likes to hear your reactions and he knows that noise is a great way to communicate what feels good, so he's definitely not shy about expressing himself in the bedroom.

W = Wild Card (Get a random headcanon for the character of your choice)

Sidney has a bit of a possessive side. While he trusts you completely, he can't help but feel a sense of pride and satisfaction when he sees other people eyeing you. He'll wrap an arm around your waist or put a possessive hand on your thigh, letting others know that you're his. And when you're alone, he'll definitely remind you of that fact with a few hot and heavy kisses.

X = X-Ray (Let’s see what’s going on in those pants, picture or words)

Sidney's a well-built man, with strong and muscular thighs that hint at the power and stamina he has off the ice. When he's aroused, you can see the sizeable bulge forming in his pants that'll stand at 6.5 inches with girth.

Y = Yearning (How high is their sex drive?)

Sidney has a fairly high sex drive, which is no surprise given his age and physical fitness. He craves intimacy and closeness with you, and he loves to explore your body and his own. He has a strong desire for you and a need to express that desire through physical contact. While he's not constantly thinking about sex, he definitely looks forward to the moments he can have with you.

Z = ZZZ (… how quickly they fall asleep afterwards)

Sidney doesn't fall asleep right after the deed. He likes to lie there with you, enjoying the afterglow and the closeness that comes with it. He'll hold you in his arms, running his fingers gently over your skin and whispering sweet nothings in your ear. He'll finally start to doze off, still holding you closely as he drifts off to sleep.