tempo_n_groove said:

oftenreading said:

Just watched the end of the men's qualifying round for climbing. Women's tomorrow morning and then finals on Thursday I believe. Some amazing athletes. 

In my 20's I used to climb, repel, spelunk.  Loved it.  Then I watched some pros do it and could not believe how fast and nimble they were.  I called them "Spider monkeys".

mrussel1 said:

tempo_n_groove said:

Gern Blansten said:

Meltdown99 said:

tempo_n_groove said:

Meltdown99 said:

Biles, who is known for her rare ability to flip through the air and land on her feet, had developed the “twisties” — a sensation gymnasts can develop where they lose their sense of control in the air. Fear or pressure often trigger it.

Simone Biles Spotlights the ‘Twisties’ and Why Mental Health Matters

https://www.healthline.com/health-news/simone-biles-spotlights-the-twisties-and-why-mental-health-matters

I never put mental health and pressure together in the same thought and I asked if her losing that edge is the same as mental health.  I never thought losing confidence was a mental health attribute?  Either way I am rooting for her on the balance beam.  I am hoping for the happy ending!

There is an article that talks about doodling.  I used to be a doodle/drawing fiend.  My mind doesn't race like it used to so I don't do it as much.  Interesting as to why I most likely did it.

No idea.  I really don’t care about the olympics all that much to concern myself about Gymnastics 🤸‍♂️… a sport in which I never watch.  I may have watched 2 hours total…the Olympics are corrupt…I wish the Winter Olympics were boycotted…

but biles has overcome a lot…so she deserves a pass no matter why.

I haven't watched much either.  Honestly I still can't get a grip on why water polo or skateboarding can be Olympic events.

I did watch some badminton the other day...but how far behind can cornhole be as an Olympic event?

Water polo is difficult.  Those people that play at that level are cheating bastards too, lol.  Always kicking and pinching each other!  I enjoy watching it though.

I don't like watching long distance races.  Anything above 5k is a snoozer.

Skateboarding literally anyone can do.  If they allow snowboarding, which I find boring as hell, then skateboarding, much more exciting, should be included.

Literally anyone can skateboard?  What do you mean?  It's hard as hell to skateboard.  Literally anyone can play basketball too, but doing it at an elite level is serious work.  

dankind said:

mrussel1 said:

tempo_n_groove said:

Gern Blansten said:

Meltdown99 said:

tempo_n_groove said:

Meltdown99 said:

Biles, who is known for her rare ability to flip through the air and land on her feet, had developed the “twisties” — a sensation gymnasts can develop where they lose their sense of control in the air. Fear or pressure often trigger it.

Simone Biles Spotlights the ‘Twisties’ and Why Mental Health Matters

https://www.healthline.com/health-news/simone-biles-spotlights-the-twisties-and-why-mental-health-matters

I never put mental health and pressure together in the same thought and I asked if her losing that edge is the same as mental health.  I never thought losing confidence was a mental health attribute?  Either way I am rooting for her on the balance beam.  I am hoping for the happy ending!

There is an article that talks about doodling.  I used to be a doodle/drawing fiend.  My mind doesn't race like it used to so I don't do it as much.  Interesting as to why I most likely did it.

No idea.  I really don’t care about the olympics all that much to concern myself about Gymnastics 🤸‍♂️… a sport in which I never watch.  I may have watched 2 hours total…the Olympics are corrupt…I wish the Winter Olympics were boycotted…

but biles has overcome a lot…so she deserves a pass no matter why.

I haven't watched much either.  Honestly I still can't get a grip on why water polo or skateboarding can be Olympic events.

I did watch some badminton the other day...but how far behind can cornhole be as an Olympic event?

Water polo is difficult.  Those people that play at that level are cheating bastards too, lol.  Always kicking and pinching each other!  I enjoy watching it though.

I don't like watching long distance races.  Anything above 5k is a snoozer.

Skateboarding literally anyone can do.  If they allow snowboarding, which I find boring as hell, then skateboarding, much more exciting, should be included.

Literally anyone can skateboard?  What do you mean?  It's hard as hell to skateboard.  Literally anyone can play basketball too, but doing it at an elite level is serious work.  

I am content with being mediocre at both. A few friends went pro, though.

Unfortunately, my basketball player buddy suffered from mental health issues (schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, addiction). He died a few years ago.

My skate crew was very lucky. We had Rodney Mullen around from time to time to mentor us. He was and remains an incredible human being. And he's still a creative force to be reckoned with.

I don't know if any of my old skater friends are still actively sponsored or pro, maybe one is, but that sport blows out knees pretty early. I don't know how the old guys still do it at an elite level. Bengay and anti-inflammatory meds, I'd guess. 

tempo_n_groove said:

mrussel1 said:

tempo_n_groove said:

Gern Blansten said:

Meltdown99 said:

tempo_n_groove said:

Meltdown99 said:

Biles, who is known for her rare ability to flip through the air and land on her feet, had developed the “twisties” — a sensation gymnasts can develop where they lose their sense of control in the air. Fear or pressure often trigger it.

Simone Biles Spotlights the ‘Twisties’ and Why Mental Health Matters

https://www.healthline.com/health-news/simone-biles-spotlights-the-twisties-and-why-mental-health-matters

I never put mental health and pressure together in the same thought and I asked if her losing that edge is the same as mental health.  I never thought losing confidence was a mental health attribute?  Either way I am rooting for her on the balance beam.  I am hoping for the happy ending!

There is an article that talks about doodling.  I used to be a doodle/drawing fiend.  My mind doesn't race like it used to so I don't do it as much.  Interesting as to why I most likely did it.

No idea.  I really don’t care about the olympics all that much to concern myself about Gymnastics 🤸‍♂️… a sport in which I never watch.  I may have watched 2 hours total…the Olympics are corrupt…I wish the Winter Olympics were boycotted…

but biles has overcome a lot…so she deserves a pass no matter why.

I haven't watched much either.  Honestly I still can't get a grip on why water polo or skateboarding can be Olympic events.

I did watch some badminton the other day...but how far behind can cornhole be as an Olympic event?

Water polo is difficult.  Those people that play at that level are cheating bastards too, lol.  Always kicking and pinching each other!  I enjoy watching it though.

I don't like watching long distance races.  Anything above 5k is a snoozer.

Skateboarding literally anyone can do.  If they allow snowboarding, which I find boring as hell, then skateboarding, much more exciting, should be included.

Literally anyone can skateboard?  What do you mean?  It's hard as hell to skateboard.  Literally anyone can play basketball too, but doing it at an elite level is serious work.  

Exactly the point.  Watch the Olympics now and basketball has become a global sport and other countries are getting better.  Anyone can pick up a ball and learn to play.

Skateboarding can also be picked up by anyone in any country as long as you have pavement pretty much.  It is becoming global as well.  It's not like an equestrian sport where you need a damn horse and a ton of money.

tempo_n_groove said:

oftenreading said:

tempo_n_groove said:

oftenreading said:

Just watched the end of the men's qualifying round for climbing. Women's tomorrow morning and then finals on Thursday I believe. Some amazing athletes. 

In my 20's I used to climb, repel, spelunk.  Loved it.  Then I watched some pros do it and could not believe how fast and nimble they were.  I called them "Spider monkeys".

I climb, mostly indoors but outdoors whenever I can. Mostly lead but some bouldering. It’s an awesome sport in so many ways and climbers are generally a fun bunch of people. It’s true that the really skilled climbers look like they are floating up the wall. 

If Ninja warrior was around when I was younger I think I'd have gave it a good run.  I filled out later so I'm not the correct build anymore.  Glad you can still do it.

lastexitlondon said:

mrussel1 said:

dankind said:

mrussel1 said:

tempo_n_groove said:

Gern Blansten said:

Meltdown99 said:

tempo_n_groove said:

Meltdown99 said:

Biles, who is known for her rare ability to flip through the air and land on her feet, had developed the “twisties” — a sensation gymnasts can develop where they lose their sense of control in the air. Fear or pressure often trigger it.

Simone Biles Spotlights the ‘Twisties’ and Why Mental Health Matters

https://www.healthline.com/health-news/simone-biles-spotlights-the-twisties-and-why-mental-health-matters

I never put mental health and pressure together in the same thought and I asked if her losing that edge is the same as mental health.  I never thought losing confidence was a mental health attribute?  Either way I am rooting for her on the balance beam.  I am hoping for the happy ending!

There is an article that talks about doodling.  I used to be a doodle/drawing fiend.  My mind doesn't race like it used to so I don't do it as much.  Interesting as to why I most likely did it.

No idea.  I really don’t care about the olympics all that much to concern myself about Gymnastics 🤸‍♂️… a sport in which I never watch.  I may have watched 2 hours total…the Olympics are corrupt…I wish the Winter Olympics were boycotted…

but biles has overcome a lot…so she deserves a pass no matter why.

I haven't watched much either.  Honestly I still can't get a grip on why water polo or skateboarding can be Olympic events.

I did watch some badminton the other day...but how far behind can cornhole be as an Olympic event?

Water polo is difficult.  Those people that play at that level are cheating bastards too, lol.  Always kicking and pinching each other!  I enjoy watching it though.

I don't like watching long distance races.  Anything above 5k is a snoozer.

Skateboarding literally anyone can do.  If they allow snowboarding, which I find boring as hell, then skateboarding, much more exciting, should be included.

Literally anyone can skateboard?  What do you mean?  It's hard as hell to skateboard.  Literally anyone can play basketball too, but doing it at an elite level is serious work.  

I am content with being mediocre at both. A few friends went pro, though.

Unfortunately, my basketball player buddy suffered from mental health issues (schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, addiction). He died a few years ago.

My skate crew was very lucky. We had Rodney Mullen around from time to time to mentor us. He was and remains an incredible human being. And he's still a creative force to be reckoned with.

https://youtu.be/-3tDvMG87Ro

I don't know if any of my old skater friends are still actively sponsored or pro, maybe one is, but that sport blows out knees pretty early. I don't know how the old guys still do it at an elite level. Bengay and anti-inflammatory meds, I'd guess. 

I remember in high school going to a place in Cleveland to watch Mullen skate.  He was an amazing street skater.  That's awesome that you skated with him.  My only claim to fame is that I used to hang out with Vanilla Ice in the mid 90's when he owned a jet ski rental on Ft Myers Beach.  

I hope you stopped collaborated and listened

lastexitlondon said:

So glad it was  noticed and  enjoyed  . I was laughing  to myself a lot.

Johnny Abruzzo said:

mrussel1 said:

Eastern Europe sucks.  I'm Ukrainian but recognize how lawless and oppressive it can be.  Really sad.

https://www.thedailybeast.com/activist-vitaly-shishov-lukashenko-critic-who-got-olympians-partner-out-of-belarus-found-hanged-in-kiev?ref=home

My God that's awful. Fascist thugs running amok in a different country. Straight outta The Americans.

A comedian from Yemen was on Colbert recently, and talking about how Americans love "their freedom." He said Yemen has ultimate freedom due to a lack of a functional government. What he loves about America is all the rules and regulations that most everyone abides by.