Act Like a Man!

[Cleave]

I was inspired to jot down a few thoughts about “Living Like a Man” after reading mjh’s post on “Shave Like Granddad Did.”

A good read on the subject is a book from Frank Vincent (from the Soprano’s) “A Guy's Guide to Being a Man's Man.”

I also encourage you to add your thoughts.

Do you find it interesting that the way our grandfathers did things, turns out is the right way. Maybe our society is not as smart as we think we are? Turns out fat is good for you and all that low fat high carb processed food is bad. Is it any surprise that the “old school” way of lifting (like the 5x5 plan) is better than all those fancy machines? So it should be less of a surprise that something as simple as the old safety razor might just be better than all the new fangled plastic crappy 4 blade razors. And it’s less expensive and easier on the environment?

It’s just not convenience; it goes deeper into who we are and how we act. It’s time for us as men to stand up and act like men and quit taking this crap. Too much Oprah and too much man bashing on TV making guys look dumb or too freak’n sensitive!!!

So……what does it mean to live like a man? Post your list here. I want to hear everything from old school shaving and lifting to how to act in social situations.

A real man….

-works out in the free weight room and let’s the “girly men” have the nautilus machines
-showers after his workout and does not primp before going to the gym
-knows how to tie a Windsor knot
-treats his woman with respect but takes charge and is the decision maker
-when in a bar orders scotch or whisky or beer, never a sweet ass foo foo drink
-fruit is for your morning protein shake, not your beer
-tells his wife he’s going to Hooters with the guys to drink beer, eat wings and watch Tiger win the open, he doesn’t ask for permission
-stacks his weights and puts everything back better than he found it
-hair is cut in a barber shop with dead animals on the wall and at least two old guys reading the paper – there should be Playboys and Sports Illustrated laying about.
-has figured out that he can block Oxygen, Lifetime, and Bravo on the cable box so he doesn’t accidentally land on them while surfing to the next group of sports channels.
-has at least one pair of black wing tips and three good suits
-does not have piercing’s or hair so long he could be mistaken for a chick
-respects and stands up for his, God, Country, and family
-is strong and focused and has goals for his life
-doesn’t bitch and moan, complain or gossip
-his word is golden

[Young Athlete]

My barber just retired and closed down
Long hair isn't bad as long as it's not an emo swoop something like this isn't bad and the girls like it http://www.imposemagazine.com/photos/2007/10/mgmt.jpg
You can let the lady make decisions some times she has good idea's
Why the hell would anyone ever watch any thing other then spike


I hope tiger loses to be honest it just would be a better story
Why was the Euro cup not mentioned?

To be honest there is all one man we can learn from though

[Mehdi]

You're onto something Cleave, continue digging.

-does not have piercing’s or hair so long he could be mistaken for a chick

lol, you're damn right.

A real man:
-doesn't care about making mistakes, he makes prompt decisions, isn't hesitating about stupid things like "what time do you come over tomorrow?"
-is a leader. He doesn't ask women "what will we do tomorrow", he has planned this in advance, picks her up, and choose the place. He knows women don't want him to be courteous by "letting them decide". He leads, and shows them what he's about.
-he doesn't need to put gel in his hair, flagrance, and all the metrosexual stuff which he understands is corporations trying to make money on the other 50% of the population. He's confident without it.
-he spends 30% of time alone, 30% with friends, 30% with women. Especially no more than 30% with women, cause he knows if he spends more time with them he starts to talk like a woman.
-he understands that a woman is not the solution to his problems
-he's not an asshole with women playing games, disrespecting, telling them what to do or that he loves her while he only knows her since 1 week, and all that needy, low-confidence stuff you hear some men do all the time
-he says the things the way they are. If he doesn't want to do something he says no, he doesn't hide behind excuses or worse "I'll call you later" without ever calling back.

A lot of guys need help unfortunately, media does a great job brainwashing people.

[Young Athlete]

God damn it I have decently long hair haha, How bout this

As long as all you do is shake your hair out like a dog and try it off with a towel real quick it's fine?

deal?

[Cleave]

God damn it I have decently long hair haha, How bout this

As long as all you do is shake your hair out like a dog and try it off with a towel real quick it's fine?

deal?

Dude........if your working the 5x5 and building muscle you won't have to worry so much about looking like a girl for much longer. Keep your hair an squat big!

[Cleave]

another for the list

Steaks and burgers should be grilled with charcoal - leave the gas grills for the restaurants
Oh.....and grilling is not Bar-B-Qing! Bar-B-Qing usually involves pork smoked at low temperatures for long periods of time.

[Mehdi]

God damn it I have decently long hair haha, How bout this

As long as all you do is shake your hair out like a dog and try it off with a towel real quick it's fine?

deal?

short hair is easier, really.

[Love_Deadlifts]

-he doesn't need to put gel in his hair

I have a problem with this one. If i don't put gel in my hair, it looks like i have an afro... not a good look for me.

[Beppe]

-he doesn't shave anything under the neck

[mjh]

-he doesn't shave anything under the neck

... unless he's stitching up a wound, by himself.

[bluestreak]

Here's a few more:
- encourages his kids to take risks, play rough, get dirty, be independent
- believes that his kid should fight back if being picked on by a school bully
- takes his wedding vows seriously - especially the parts about being faithful and "through good times and bad times"
- protects his wife, kids and makes them feel safe (i.e. walking with the wife to the shop because she's uncomfortable going out, at night, by herself).
- is capable of dealing with difficult situations face-to-face (i.e. isn't afraid to ask the boss for a pay raise)
- enjoys competition and is a good sport when he doesn't win
- doesn't care/notice what his co-workers wear or how often they wore it. Unless it's that hot chick in HR that occasionally wears that see-through blouse...
- prides himself on the ability to fix and build things
- isn't afraid to get dirty, sweaty
- knows how to pack light
- knows how to do a good handshake. No limp wrists or gentle squeezes
- looks a person in the eye when they talk to them
- has a minimum 1 suit (for weddings, funerals and job interviews)
- performs his shopping quickly and efficiently
- can haggle with a sales person (i.e. when buying a car)
- can eat breakfast, get dressed and be ready for work in under 20 minutes
- walks tall: standing straight, head up, eyes forward

[Mouse]

Get a haircut - be a man - no excuse for not having short back and sides - no argument

[Mehdi]

Get a haircut - be a man - no excuse for not having short back and sides - no argument

Myeah, not like this:

[Gator]

Here's a few more:
- encourages his kids to take risks, play rough, get dirty, be independent
- believes that his kid should fight back if being picked on by a school bully
- takes his wedding vows seriously - especially the parts about being faithful and "through good times and bad times"
- protects his wife, kids and makes them feel safe (i.e. walking with the wife to the shop because she's uncomfortable going out, at night, by herself).
- is capable of dealing with difficult situations face-to-face (i.e. isn't afraid to ask the boss for a pay raise)
- enjoys competition and is a good sport when he doesn't win
- doesn't care/notice what his co-workers wear or how often they wore it. Unless it's that hot chick in HR that occasionally wears that see-through blouse...
- prides himself on the ability to fix and build things
- isn't afraid to get dirty, sweaty
- knows how to pack light
- knows how to do a good handshake. No limp wrists or gentle squeezes
- looks a person in the eye when they talk to them
- has a minimum 1 suit (for weddings, funerals and job interviews)
- performs his shopping quickly and efficiently
- can haggle with a sales person (i.e. when buying a car)
- can eat breakfast, get dressed and be ready for work in under 20 minutes
- walks tall: standing straight, head up, eyes forward

Agree with these whole-heartedly, especially the handshake one. Nothing annoys me more than metting someone and it feels like I almost break their hand.

The only one that I have a slight problem with is the 20 minute one. If we are talking about the first thing in the morning when I am going to work, I can not get out of the house that quickly. Now, I will say that when my wife and I are getting ready to do something, I shower, get dressed, gather all my stuff (wallet, phone, keys) and get downstairs ready to go in 15 minutes (which includes putting up the dogs and locking the house).

[Cleave]

- knows how to pack light

Preach brother preach!!!!!!!!!!!

I went to Vegas for a long weekend a few months ago with one small carry-on. My wife had a carry-on plus the largest switcase we own. Turned out it was over weight and we had to pay extra. Aaaaaaahhhhh!!!!!!!