This particular thread topic came up in another thread. I was able to find the OP, but for some reason, the option to bump it back up was not available. So I did the next-best thing; copy/pasta:
Originally Posted by kimsquit:
How to get your questions answered
In my 7 years here I’ve seen hundreds of questions asked and I’ve seen many of them go off the rails. What should have been straightforward threads end up as bunfights and often the OP goes away frustrated, never to return.
Based on my observations, here are some tips to help you get the information you want:
1. Use the search function.
Chances are someone’s already asked a similar question. There are about a dozen "standard"questions that are asked weekly and forum members get tired of answering them over and over again. Help yourself before you ask others to help you.
2. Take a moment to figure out what it is that you want to ask.
Blurting out a series of barely-connected sentences and hoping folks here can figure out what it is that you’re really trying to say tends not to end well. Get your question distilled down to a simple, clearly-written line and your chances of getting it answered will skyrocket.
3. Include relevant context or background information.
No one here knows your medical history, your food allergies, the quality of your home life or what your exercise experience level is. If any of those things are relevant to getting your question answered, then include it. There are few things more irritating than offering a detailed answer to how to improve your squats only to have the OP reply with “but I only have one leg”.
4. Keep your mind open.
Probably the most irritating thing that happens when it comes to answering forum questions is when the OP begins to argue that they’re already doing everything perfectly.
If you were doing everything perfectly, you would’t be asking questions, would you? No one likes hearing that they’ve been wasting their time with a certain way of doing things, but that doesn’t make the feedback any less valid. Don’t dismiss advice just because it doesn’t fit your preconceptions.
5. If you’re asking for feedback on your exercise routine or diet then include a detailed description of them.
This isn’t mindreaders.com
6. Ask your question in the appropriate forum.
The advanced forum isn’t the place to ask what a barbell is. The main forum isn’t the place to ask for opinions on the current political situation. The o35 misc isn’t the place to ask about prohormones. Putting your question in the appropriate forum increases your chances of getting the responses you’re after.
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12-01-2011, 10:33 AM #1
How To Get Your Questions Answered Redux
No brain, no gain.
"The fitness and nutrition world is a breeding ground for obsessive-compulsive behavior. The irony is that many of the things people worry about have no impact on results either way, and therefore aren't worth an ounce of concern."--Alan Aragon
Where the mind goes, the body follows.
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12-01-2011, 11:20 AM #5
If you see Chris (kimsquit) posting anywhere, rep him. His (what I quoted above) was probably the best 'beginner' thread ever posted on this site. Concise and to-the-point.
No brain, no gain.
"The fitness and nutrition world is a breeding ground for obsessive-compulsive behavior. The irony is that many of the things people worry about have no impact on results either way, and therefore aren't worth an ounce of concern."--Alan Aragon
Where the mind goes, the body follows.
Ironwill Gym:
https://forum.bodybuilding.com/showpost.php?p=629719403&postcount=3388
Ironwill2008 Journal:
https://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=157459343&p=1145168733
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12-04-2011, 12:33 PM #13
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Once again, good and timely post. Almost time for the resolutioners to set in for the winter. Got to keep this info our front.
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12-13-2011, 09:46 AM #15
Daily Hump De Bump
No brain, no gain.
"The fitness and nutrition world is a breeding ground for obsessive-compulsive behavior. The irony is that many of the things people worry about have no impact on results either way, and therefore aren't worth an ounce of concern."--Alan Aragon
Where the mind goes, the body follows.
Ironwill Gym:
https://forum.bodybuilding.com/showpost.php?p=629719403&postcount=3388
Ironwill2008 Journal:
https://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=157459343&p=1145168733
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12-20-2011, 08:25 AM #16
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12-23-2011, 07:35 AM #17No brain, no gain.
"The fitness and nutrition world is a breeding ground for obsessive-compulsive behavior. The irony is that many of the things people worry about have no impact on results either way, and therefore aren't worth an ounce of concern."--Alan Aragon
Where the mind goes, the body follows.
Ironwill Gym:
https://forum.bodybuilding.com/showpost.php?p=629719403&postcount=3388
Ironwill2008 Journal:
https://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=157459343&p=1145168733
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12-24-2011, 05:48 AM #18
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12-24-2011, 01:51 PM #19
I haven't been on this forum long but read a lot of the post daily. I tend to agree with there is way to many post that ask questions that can be answered easily by using the search function.
I not one to post much but do find alot of good information on this site.Thanks to all of you members that take the time to share your view on bodybuilding.
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12-26-2011, 07:28 AM #20No brain, no gain.
"The fitness and nutrition world is a breeding ground for obsessive-compulsive behavior. The irony is that many of the things people worry about have no impact on results either way, and therefore aren't worth an ounce of concern."--Alan Aragon
Where the mind goes, the body follows.
Ironwill Gym:
https://forum.bodybuilding.com/showpost.php?p=629719403&postcount=3388
Ironwill2008 Journal:
https://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=157459343&p=1145168733
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