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– C. D. Chester

Blogs / Updates

• C. D. Chester’s Books 12-27-17 Edition #1
• C. D. Chester’s Books 12-27-17 Edition #2
• Other Personal Outlets
• Notable Articles on Medium (UPDATED 6/6/18)
• Response to Kyle Osborne’s “What I Learned From Watching Ben Shapiro for a Week”
• Why I Am Genuinely Afraid to Go to Sleep
• Freeletics
  • Freeletics Documentation: The Introduction
  • Freeletics Documentation: Summary of Exercises and Workouts
  • Freeletics Documentation: Current Totals
  • Freeletics “Dictionary”

Religion

• Christianity
  • Haden Clark
    • Do Christians Indoctrinate Their Children? by Haden Clark
    • Does the Old Testament Condone Slavery? by Haden Clark
    • Does the New Testament Condone Slavery? by Haden Clark

CSULB / Academics

• CSULB
  • Online Textbooks
    • Online Book PDFs
    • Online Book PDF’s PII (Updated 5/25/18)
  • Assignments
    • Historical Mathematics Problem – 3 Merchants and a Purse
    • Phil 160 – Assignment 8 – Formulating Moral Principles
  • Study Guides
    • POSC 100 Fall 2017 CSULB Final Review Guide
    • CRJU 101 Spring 2017 CSULB Final Exam Review Guide
  • Essays / Papers
    • The Concept of a Social Constructionist History of Race and its Effects
  • Other
    • BS in Mathematics Education Requirements @ CSULB as of Dec 2017
    • MATH 341 – Number Theory

Writing Academic Works

• Guidelines for Authors of Scientific Papers for the ICCAT SCRS and Collective Volume Series
• Preparation of Papers in Two-Column Format for the Conference Record of the IEEE Industry Applications Society Annual Meeting
• Preparing Manuscripts for Publication in Psychology Journals: A Guide for New Authors
• Writing a Scientific Research Article by Columbia University
• A Brief Guide to Writing the Philosophy Paper by Harvard College Writing Center
• Essay Writing Guide by Jordan B. Peterson

Philosophy

• A Discussion on Divine Command Theory With a Theistic Friend
• Selected Questions from Doing Ethics (4th Ed.) by Lewis Vaughn Answered (Parts 1-3)
• James Gray
  • A Free Introduction to Moral Philosophy by James W. Gray
  • Does Morality Require God? by James Gray
  • What is Philosophy? James Gray
  • How to Become a Philosopher by James Gray
  • Contemporary Metaethics – Part 1: My Personal Notes by James Gray
  • The Moral Realist Point of View by James Gray
  • Two New Kinds of Stoicism by James Gray

Mathematics

• Calculus
  • What are Derivatives
  • Euler’s Definition of the Derivative
  • Symbolic Differentiation
  • Weierstrass Substitution
  • Fundamental Derivatives and Integrals of Calculus (1)
  • Fundamental Derivatives and Integrals of Calculus (2)
  • Using Hyperbolic Trigonometric Functions to Extend Inverse Trigonometric Functions Uses
  • Complex Analysis Overview
  • Introduction to the Gamma Function
  • A Brief History of Elliptic Integral Addition Theorems by Jose Barrios
  • Double and Triple Integrals in Cartesian, Polar, and Cylindrical Formats
  • Integration Techniques
    • Integration Techniques – Variable Substitution, Trigonometric Substitution, by Parts, and Numerical Approximations
    • Integration by Substitution
    • Integration by Parts (Single, Repeated, and Tabular)
    • Integration by Partial Fraction Decomposition
    • Some Useful Integration Techniques
    • Advanced Integration – Laplace Transformations, Gamma Function, Digamma Function, Dirichlet Eta Function, Error Function, etc.
    • Shell Method (Examples w/ Solutions)
    • Disk / Washer Method (Examples w/ Solutions)
    • Formula For Integrating Inverse Function
  • Proofs
    • Using the Product Rule to Obtain the Quotient Rule
    • The Complex Inverse Trigonometric and Hyperbolic Functions
    • Derivatives of Inverse Trigonometric Functions
    • Calculus Derivation of Circumference and Area of a Circle, Volume of a Sphere and Cone Using Integrals
    • Derivative of Sine via Definition of the Derivative
    • Elementary Proof of Wallis’ Product Formula for π
    • Integral Approximations to π w/ Nonnegative Integrands
  • Solved Problems
    • Integrals
      • Putnam Integral – [ln(x+1)/((x^2)+1)] from 0 to 1
      • Integral of (x+((x^2)+1)^(0.5))^0.5
      • Integral of 1/((x^2)+2x+1)sqrt((x^2)+2x+4)
      • Integral of cos(x)/(sin(x)+cos(x)) from 0 to π
      • Integral of x^n from 0 to 1 (Sums v Integral Bonus)
• Geometry and Trigonometry
  • Reflection About an Axis
  • 1869 MIT Entrance Geometry Exam Question No. 6
  • Approximating Square Roots Using Geometric Iterations
  • A Geometrical Derivation of π
  • Proofs
    • Algebraic Proof of the Pythagorean Theorem
    • Area of an Inscribed Triangle – 4 Methods
    • Harmonic Addition Theorem
    • Proof of Trigonometric Identities
    • Proof of Trigonometric Sum and Difference Identities
      • (1) Proof of Trigonometric Sum and Difference Identities
      • (2) Proof of Trigonometric Sum and Difference Identities
• Number Theory
  • Integers Expressible as a Difference of Two Squares
  • Maximizing the Terms of a Sum’s Product
  • Vertex of a Cubic Function by Darryl Nester
  • Linear Algebra
    • Gaussian Elimination Method
      • Notes on Row Reduction
      • Gaussian Elimination
      • Lecture on Gaussian Elimination
      • Examples of Gaussian Elimination
  • Other
    • Converting Between Metric and Imperial Units
    • GRE Mathematics Review
    • Properties of the Metallic Ratios
    • Higher Transcendental Functions by Harry Bateman et. al
  • Proofs
    • Proof of the Quadratic Formula
    • Solutions to General Cubic and Quartic Equations (1)
    • Solutions to General Cubic and Quartic Equations (2)
  • Economics
    • Thoughts on the Negative Income Tax

Fitness

• Training
  • Track and Field
    • 100m, 200m, and 400m Prediction Formulas
    • Using the 30m and 60m to Estimate Other Sprint Times
    • 400m Potential Calculator
    • 400m Training Overview
    • 400m Estimate Using Multiple Linear Regression
    • What is the Difference between Speed Endurance, Special Endurance 1, and Special Endurance 2?
    • An Examination of Speed Endurance by Gary Winckler (IAAF)
    • LA84 FOUNDATION TRACK AND FIELD COACHING MANUAL
    • Understanding Correlations Between Short Sprint Distance Ratios:
      • Understanding Correlations Between Short Sprint Distance Ratios (Personal Study)
      • Understanding Correlations Between Short Sprint Distance Ratios Data Tables
  • Freeletics Articles
    • Contrast Training Overview by Elinor of Freeletics
    • The Principle of Progressive Overload by Seana of Freeletics
    • The 3 Pillars of an Athlete’s Holistic Lifestyle by Kate of Freeletics
    • Why Not to Neglect Your Calves by Seana of Freeletics
    • Metronome Training by Seana of Freeletics
    • The Afterburn Effect: Myth or Magic Bullet? by Seana of Freeletics
    • Running
      • Muscle Soreness and Running Injuries: How Do I Avoid and Treat Them? by Seana of Freeletics
      • Are You Wearing the Wrong Running Shoes? by Seana of Freeletics
  • Targeting Specific Muscles
    • Calves
      • Make Those Stubborn Calves Grow! by Roger Lockridge
      • 4 Calf Exercises That’ll Give You Something To Be Proud Of by Mike Matthews
      • The 15 Best Calves Exercises of All Time by Men’s Journal
      • Calf-Strengthening Exercises by WebMD
• Calories
  • Male Fitness Multi-Calculator
  • Female Fitness Multi-Calculator
  • Swainson et al. (WHtR) Body Fat Calculator
  • Heller Institute of Medical Research Body Fat Calculator
  • Calories Burned While Running and Walking v3
  • Calories Burned While Walking or Running Calculator
  • Stride Length Estimates and Relative Calories Burned
  • Estimating Caloric Burn With MET Values and EPOC
  • Radu Antoniu’s Macronutrient Plans for Fat Loss and Bulking
  • NASM’s Macronutrient Plan for Adults/Athletes
  • NSCA’s Macronutrient Training Guidelines
• Research Literature
  • Fitness Literature v1
  • Fitness Literature v2 (34 more than v1)
  • Maximal Muscular Potential for Natural Athletes
  • Maximal Muscular Potential for Natural Athletes Calculator
  • Body Fat Formulas
  • VO2 Max and its Relations
  • Body weight and body composition changes during military training and deployment involving the use of combat rations: a systematic literature review by Eliza C. Tassone and Bradley A. Baker
  • Predicting percentage body fat through waist-to-height ratio
    (WtHR) in Spanish schoolchildren by Marrodan et al.
  • Comparison of body fat estimation using waist:height ratio using different ‘waist’ measurements in Australian adults by Kawaga et al.
  • Accuracy of a digital skinfold system for measuring skinfold thickness and estimating body fat by Amaral et al.
  • Comparison of predicted body fat percentage from anthropometric methods and from impedance in university students by Arroyo et al.
  • Dietary Reference Intakes for Energy, Carbohydrate, Fiber, Fat, Fatty Acids, Cholesterol, Protein, and Amino Acids (2005)
  • The assessment of the body fat percentage by skinfold thickness measurements in childhood and young adolescence by DEURENBERG et al.
  • Determination of Body Composition by UMass Lowell
  • 1RM Formulae and its Applications
• Nick Bare Articles
  • How to Workout in the Morning by Nick Bare
  • The Ketogenic Diet: An Overview by Nick Bare
  • German Volume Training by Nick Bare
  • When to Take Supplements by Nick Bare
• ISSA Articles
  • Butt Pain When Sitting by Lindsay Kent
  • 9 Foam Rolling Benefits by Erin McGill
  • Does Lack of Sleep Hinder Muscle Growth/Performance
  • The Right Way to Burn Fat, Not Muscle by Jason Williams
  • 3 Science-Backed Methods For Losing Fat by Paul Hovan Jr.
  • Mitochondrial Adaptations to Aerobic Training by Ronnie Nicastro
  • Losing Weight Too Fast: What are the Long-Term Results by Daniel Gastelu
  • Is Cardio Really the Secret to Fat Loss by Paul Hovan Jr.
  • Fasted Exercise for Faster Weight Loss by Cameron Baker
  • Activity Trackers: Why You Need One and How to Choose
  • Are Sit Ups Bad for You? The U.S. Military Seems to Think So by Cameron Baker
  • Do Cardio + Strength Training Work Against Each Other by Alex Hoffmann
  • Type IIa Muscle Fibers: Training For Explosiveness
  • It’s Time to Ditch the 1-Time/Week Muscle Mentality by Mark Chua
  • DOMS – Why Some People Suffer More Than Others by Dominique Groom
  • The ABC’s of Strength Training by Ronnie Nicastro
  • Bodybuilding Methods + Traditions (P1) by Josh Bryant
  • Why You Should Choose Intensity Over Duration by Camy Kennedy
  • Is HIIT for Everyone by Sara Fleming
  • HIIT Overview by Fred H. and Josh B.
  • I’m a Certified Trainer, So Why Do I Need One by Eric Brody
  • How Much Do Personal Trainers Make?
  • Personal Trainers: Independent Contractor vs. Employee by Varg Freeborn
  • Where to Work as a Personal Trainer
  • Kids + Strength Training: When Can They Start? by Christian Klein
  • Considerations for Common Overtraining Injuries
  • Exercises for Knee Pain
  • Exercises for IT Band Syndrome
  • How to Relieve Tight Muscles in the Neck + Shoulders by Dr. Scott Hoar
  • Considering Compression Gear? by Dominique Groom
  • How to Deal With Plantar Fasciitis by Dr. Scott Hoar
• Runner’s World Articles
  • How Many Calories Are You Really Burning? by Amby Burfoot
  • The 25 Golden Rules of Running by Dan Fuehrer
  • 6 Rules for Figuring Out How Many Miles to Run a Week by Ashley Mateo
  • Are You a Quad-Dominant Runner? by Cassie Shortsleeve
  • Is Heart Rate Training Right for You? by Heather Irvine
  • Define Your Training Zones by Alex Hutchinson
  • How Do I Know if I’m Recovered After a Workout by Susan Paul
  • Tracking Fitness w/ the Heart Rate-Running Speed Index by Alex Hutchinson
  • Differences Between Fartlek, Tempo, and Interval Runs by Jenny Hadfield
  • Tempo Runs Increase Speed and Endurance by Karen Asp
  • Find Your Tempo by Richard Lovett
  • How to Find Your Sweat Rate by Amby Burfoot
  • How much Sodium is Actually Bad for You? by Matthew Kadey
  • Polarized Training by Alex Hutchinson
  • Training Pace Calculator by the Editors
  • HIIT for Runners Guide by Selene Y. and Cindy K.
  • How Training Helps You Handle Pain by Alex Hutchinson
  • How Much Does Music Help During Running by Editors
• Active Articles
  • 4 Ways Walking Can Help You Run Faster by Marty Munson
  • How to Treat and Prevent Runner’s Knee by Mackenzie Lobby
  • How Important are Biomechanics to Runners by Pete Rea
  • Benefits of Kinesio Tape for Runners by Rashelle Brown
• Competitor Running Articles
  • 3 Keys to Running With Better Form by Jay Dicharry
  • How Long/Far Should You Run by Kevin Beck
  • Hit the Hills, Reap the Benefits by Jeff Gaudette
  • Advance Your Fitness With Progression Runs by Brad Hudson
  • Is Running Good For Weight Loss? by Kelly O’Mara
  • The Dangers of Under Fueling by Monique Ryan
  • Nutrition Tips to Stay Injury-Free by Adam Kelinson
  • Racing Weight: How Much Should You Weigh? by Matt Fitzgerald
  • Manipulating Carbohydrate Availability to Improve Running Performance by Ian McMahan
  • How Should I Breathe When I Run? by Kelly O’Mara
  • Understanding Your Tempo Runs by Mario Fraioli
  • 5 Common Running Form Mistakes by Brandon Laan
  • A Physical Therapist’s Take On Running Mechanics by Dana Reid
  • Why Asymmetry Might Not Be as Bad as They Say by Laura Peill
  • 2 Running Metrics You Can Rely On by Laura Peill
  • Is There An Ideal Running Form by Thomas Michaud
  • How to Break Out of Your Running Rut by Jeff Gaudette
  • Avoid Mileage for Mileage’s Sake by Kevin Beck
  • The 10% Rule: Fact or Fiction? by Jeff Gaudette
  • What’s the Real Benefit of Recovery Runs? by Matt Fitzgerald
• My Fitness Pal Articles
  • How Often Should You Exercise When You’re Trying to Lose Weight by Lauren Bedosky
  • 8 Bad Habits That Kill Your Metabolism by Kevin Gray
• Bodybuilding.com
  • Why Long Workouts Won’t Cost You Gains by Layne Norton
  • 11 Popular Fitness Myths Debunked! by Hobart Swan
  • The Complete Guide to Protein by Hobart Swan
  • How To Lose Body Fat Now: The Most Effective Methods Explained by David Robson