bestep Posted June 25, 2013 Report Share Posted June 25, 2013 I got this in my inbox today. It seemed appropriate. http://www.spring.org.uk/2013/06/beard-psychology-4-signals-that-serious-facial-hair-sends.php?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+PsychologyBlog+%28PsyBlog%29Beard fight movies? :-) Level 2 Human, Adventurer / Druid in TrainingSTR: 3.5, DEX: 6, STA: 3.5, CON: 5, WIS: 4.5, CHA: 4"Happiness is not something ready made. It comes from your own actions." ~ Dalai Lama Link to comment
insanity Posted July 2, 2013 Report Share Posted July 2, 2013 Agreed on the juggling. I have never met ANYONE who can teach me to juggle - they all say to practice. Yeah, sure. Practice WHAT? You haven't told me what to do! It's either these stupid one-hand, one-ball catches that I can already do or you launch into a two-ball display that I can't follow. What am I actually supposed to DO? Practice without that bit is pointless. I already know how to drop things. I'm currently reading through this thread, as it's a rather interesting read, and I don't know if this post has been answered, if he now knows how to juggle or what, and I know it's old, but I had to respond simply because I went through the same issue with juggling. I pretty much brute forced my way through it. Step 1: 2 balls in right hand, one in leftStep 2: Throw 1 ball from right hand into the air, angled over to the left (1 ball excercise might be good for the motion)Step 3: While ball 1 is in the air, at around the apex, throw the single ball in your left hand, up and towards your right hand.Step 4: Retract and catch the first ballStep 5: (This was the absolute hardest part for me, you end up so focused on catching the ball you forget to throw the other one) Throw 3rd ball, from right hand up and towards leftStep 6: Retract and catch the second ball thrown.Step 7: Return to step 3 and loop infinitly (You eventually will be catching and throwing in one smooth motion, not ever really "holding a ball" and you'll be catching with one hand, and throwing with the other pretty much the whole time) You may now return to your regularly scheduled thread, and I'll head back to page 25 or so... "Insanity - you make my world a better place man, you really do! That shit is awesome! :D" - Guzzi- My first challenge My battle Log: Insanity: Warrior Monk Honorary Ranger dubbed by DarK_RaideR, 1000 Pound club (875 of 1000) Link to comment
Gainsdalf the Whey Posted July 2, 2013 Report Share Posted July 2, 2013 I'm currently reading through this thread, as it's a rather interesting read, and I don't know if this post has been answered, if he now knows how to juggle or what, and I know it's old, but I had to respond simply because I went through the same issue with juggling. I pretty much brute forced my way through it. Step 1: 2 balls in right hand, one in leftStep 2: Throw 1 ball from right hand into the air, angled over to the left (1 ball excercise might be good for the motion)Step 3: While ball 1 is in the air, at around the apex, throw the single ball in your left hand, up and towards your right hand.Step 4: Retract and catch the first ballStep 5: (This was the absolute hardest part for me, you end up so focused on catching the ball you forget to throw the other one) Throw 3rd ball, from right hand up and towards leftStep 6: Retract and catch the second ball thrown.Step 7: Return to step 3 and loop infinitly (You eventually will be catching and throwing in one smooth motion, not ever really "holding a ball" and you'll be catching with one hand, and throwing with the other pretty much the whole time) You may now return to your regularly scheduled thread, and I'll head back to page 25 or so... Did you read man thread part 1? this is the second one because the first got so long. Speaking of man thread topics, I'm currently reading "Hold onto your NUTs (Non-negotiable Unalterable Terms): A Relationship Guide for Men" that I saw someone was reading in one of their challenges and am really enjoying it thus far. It's a short book, only $10 for the kindle version. Massrandir, Barkûn, Swolórin, The Whey Pilgrim 500 / 330 / 625 Challenges: 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 31 32 34 35 36 39 41 42 45 46 47 48 49 Current Challenge "No citizen has a right to be an amateur in the matter of physical training. What a disgrace it is for a man to grow old without ever seeing the beauty and strength of which his body is capable. " ~ Socrates "Friends don't let friends squat high." ~ Chad Wesley Smith "It's a dangerous business, Brodo, squatting to the floor. You step into the rack, and if you don't keep your form, there's no knowing where you might be swept off to." ~ Gainsdalf Link to comment
insanity Posted July 2, 2013 Report Share Posted July 2, 2013 Did you read man thread part 1? this is the second one because the first got so long. Not as of yet, 150 pages is quite a lot... I might one day, 64 just seemed a bit more manageble for a new guy. "Insanity - you make my world a better place man, you really do! That shit is awesome! :D" - Guzzi- My first challenge My battle Log: Insanity: Warrior Monk Honorary Ranger dubbed by DarK_RaideR, 1000 Pound club (875 of 1000) Link to comment
Choronodon Posted July 2, 2013 Report Share Posted July 2, 2013 Speaking of man thread topics, I'm currently reading "Hold onto your NUTs (Non-negotiable Unalterable Terms): A Relationship Guide for Men" that I saw someone was reading in one of their challenges and am really enjoying it thus far. It's a short book, only $10 for the kindle version. No More Mr Nice Guy is also a good one. I've read both, and found that personally for my own issues NMMNG speaks better to the underlying problems I need to correct. Just a guy on a journey - Battle Log If you spend too much time thinking about a thing, you'll never get it done - Bruce Lee Be honest with yourself and ethically pursue your happiness - Laz Link to comment
67alecto Posted July 2, 2013 Report Share Posted July 2, 2013 I'm currently reading through this thread, as it's a rather interesting read, and I don't know if this post has been answered, if he now knows how to juggle or what, and I know it's old, but I had to respond simply because I went through the same issue with juggling. I pretty much brute forced my way through it. Step 1: 2 balls in right hand, one in leftStep 2: Throw 1 ball from right hand into the air, angled over to the left (1 ball excercise might be good for the motion)Step 3: While ball 1 is in the air, at around the apex, throw the single ball in your left hand, up and towards your right hand.Step 4: Retract and catch the first ballStep 5: (This was the absolute hardest part for me, you end up so focused on catching the ball you forget to throw the other one) Throw 3rd ball, from right hand up and towards leftStep 6: Retract and catch the second ball thrown.Step 7: Return to step 3 and loop infinitly (You eventually will be catching and throwing in one smooth motion, not ever really "holding a ball" and you'll be catching with one hand, and throwing with the other pretty much the whole time) You may now return to your regularly scheduled thread, and I'll head back to page 25 or so...I'd actually take it a step back - the first thing to do is take two balls in one hand. Holding one, throw the other in the air. When the 2nd ball hits the peak, throw the 2nd one up so it passes it. Practice to where you can do this comfortably, and then work on adding the third ball in your other hand as listed above. Repairing a lifetime of bad habits... Link to comment
insanity Posted July 2, 2013 Report Share Posted July 2, 2013 I'd actually take it a step back - the first thing to do is take two balls in one hand. Holding one, throw the other in the air. When the 2nd ball hits the peak, throw the 2nd one up so it passes it. Practice to where you can do this comfortably, and then work on adding the third ball in your other hand as listed above. The above was how I did it, I never did the 2 ball deal. Though I can do it now... "Insanity - you make my world a better place man, you really do! That shit is awesome! :D" - Guzzi- My first challenge My battle Log: Insanity: Warrior Monk Honorary Ranger dubbed by DarK_RaideR, 1000 Pound club (875 of 1000) Link to comment
Artinum Posted July 2, 2013 Report Share Posted July 2, 2013 I'm currently reading through this thread, as it's a rather interesting read, and I don't know if this post has been answered, if he now knows how to juggle or what, and I know it's old, but I had to respond simply because I went through the same issue with juggling. I pretty much brute forced my way through it. Step 1: 2 balls in right hand, one in leftStep 2: Throw 1 ball from right hand into the air, angled over to the left (1 ball excercise might be good for the motion)Step 3: While ball 1 is in the air, at around the apex, throw the single ball in your left hand, up and towards your right hand.Step 4: Retract and catch the first ballStep 5: (This was the absolute hardest part for me, you end up so focused on catching the ball you forget to throw the other one) Throw 3rd ball, from right hand up and towards leftStep 6: Retract and catch the second ball thrown.Step 7: Return to step 3 and loop infinitely (You eventually will be catching and throwing in one smooth motion, not ever really "holding a ball" and you'll be catching with one hand, and throwing with the other pretty much the whole time) You may now return to your regularly scheduled thread, and I'll head back to page 25 or so... Huh...? I'm struggling to follow that. But it is nearly bedtime. Which one is ball 1 again? How do I retract it? Is it on elastic? Impressive post necromancy, by the way. What happens when you play Final Fantasy VII with everyone called Cloud? It gets quite confusing... https://ff7crowdofclouds.wordpress.com/ Link to comment
insanity Posted July 2, 2013 Report Share Posted July 2, 2013 Huh...? I'm struggling to follow that. But it is nearly bedtime. Which one is ball 1 again? How do I retract it? Is it on elastic? Impressive post necromancy, by the way. Retract = Move you arm back to it's starting spot. Ball one is a single ball in your right hand, which starts with 2 balls in it. I know... I didn't want to cast the necromancy spell, but I couldn't help it... since this was something I had trouble with and I know how it feels to be frustrated with it. "Insanity - you make my world a better place man, you really do! That shit is awesome! :D" - Guzzi- My first challenge My battle Log: Insanity: Warrior Monk Honorary Ranger dubbed by DarK_RaideR, 1000 Pound club (875 of 1000) Link to comment
Guest Snake McClain Posted July 9, 2013 Report Share Posted July 9, 2013 Hey dudes! Sorry for the absence the past month I've been working 55+ hours a week and studying for a certification...which brings me to this... I am now a certified personal trainer. Thank you thank you. I am very excited. Next step is to start my own business. bwahahah Link to comment
Gainsdalf the Whey Posted July 9, 2013 Report Share Posted July 9, 2013 And he's back! Gonna have clients suplexing barbells. Massrandir, Barkûn, Swolórin, The Whey Pilgrim 500 / 330 / 625 Challenges: 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 31 32 34 35 36 39 41 42 45 46 47 48 49 Current Challenge "No citizen has a right to be an amateur in the matter of physical training. What a disgrace it is for a man to grow old without ever seeing the beauty and strength of which his body is capable. " ~ Socrates "Friends don't let friends squat high." ~ Chad Wesley Smith "It's a dangerous business, Brodo, squatting to the floor. You step into the rack, and if you don't keep your form, there's no knowing where you might be swept off to." ~ Gainsdalf Link to comment
Guest Snake McClain Posted July 9, 2013 Report Share Posted July 9, 2013 And he's back! Gonna have clients suplexing barbells. Oh you know it! IT's the first thing I teach everyone! Link to comment
Church Posted July 9, 2013 Report Share Posted July 9, 2013 Congrats buddy. Way to go! "Oh, fear not in a world like this, And thou shalt know erelong, Know how sublime a thing it is, To suffer and be strong." - Henry Wadsworth Longfellow - Battle Log - MyFitnessPal - FitBIt To get something you've never had, you have to become someone you've never been. Link to comment
Guest Snake McClain Posted July 10, 2013 Report Share Posted July 10, 2013 Congrats buddy. Way to go!Thanks! Link to comment
161803398874989 Posted July 10, 2013 Report Share Posted July 10, 2013 Congrats dude! Quare? Quod vita mea non tua est. You can call me Phi, Numbers, Sixteen or just plain 161803398874989. Link to comment
Artinum Posted July 10, 2013 Report Share Posted July 10, 2013 Hey dudes! Sorry for the absence the past month I've been working 55+ hours a week and studying for a certification...which brings me to this... I am now a certified personal trainer. Thank you thank you. I am very excited. Next step is to start my own business. bwahahah SNAKE!!!!!! What happens when you play Final Fantasy VII with everyone called Cloud? It gets quite confusing... https://ff7crowdofclouds.wordpress.com/ Link to comment
bigm141414 Posted July 10, 2013 Report Share Posted July 10, 2013 MUSHROOM! MUSHROOM! SNAKE!!!!!! hah I crack myself up "Pull the bar like you're ripping the head off a god-damned lion" - Donny Shankle Link to comment
Red1263 Posted July 11, 2013 Report Share Posted July 11, 2013 MUSHROOM! MUSHROOM! hah I crack myself upoh no... Level 25 Final Fantasy Rebel My Epic Quest | My Journey | Currently on the Trial of Orthos Str: 60 | Dex: 23 | Sta: 66 | Con: 28 | Wis: 55 | Cha: 14 Goals for 2021: Spoiler Build my brother a Destiny 2 Lamp Learn how to do a Handstand Play 1 song on the acoustic guitar Clean up the Christmas Decorations and finish setting up my apartment (hang things up, plus some other few things that need to be organized) Re-introduce Pull-ups into my routine Build a shelving unit next to my Desk "No matter what, if you can hold your head up high, you've done the right thing." "When you stand with your family, your family stands with you." "Write what needs to be written." Link to comment
WizardTrip Posted July 11, 2013 Report Share Posted July 11, 2013 MUSHROOM! MUSHROOM! hah I crack myself up Damn you! Now it's stuck in my head! Level 6 Wizard of Beer Warrior STR 21.25 | DEX 5.75 | STA 7.75 | CON 3.50 | WIS 9.50 | CHA 3.25 Twitter | Epic Trip | Current Challenge Previous Challenges: 1 2 3 4 5 *the warrior formerly known as icedtrip and former dothraki god of thunder furyan* Link to comment
Artinum Posted July 11, 2013 Report Share Posted July 11, 2013 MUSHROOM! MUSHROOM! hah I crack myself up oh no... Damn you! Now it's stuck in my head! What on earth are you all on about?? What happens when you play Final Fantasy VII with everyone called Cloud? It gets quite confusing... https://ff7crowdofclouds.wordpress.com/ Link to comment
bigm141414 Posted July 11, 2013 Report Share Posted July 11, 2013 What on earth are you all on about?? Seriously? www.youtube.com/watch?v=EIyixC9NsLI‎ "Pull the bar like you're ripping the head off a god-damned lion" - Donny Shankle Link to comment
Artinum Posted July 11, 2013 Report Share Posted July 11, 2013 Seriously? www.youtube.com/watch?v=EIyixC9NsLI‎ I think I'm more baffled now. What happens when you play Final Fantasy VII with everyone called Cloud? It gets quite confusing... https://ff7crowdofclouds.wordpress.com/ Link to comment
Guest Snake McClain Posted July 12, 2013 Report Share Posted July 12, 2013 Seriously? www.youtube.com/watch?v=EIyixC9NsLI‎ what in the actual F***? LOL Link to comment
Gainsdalf the Whey Posted July 12, 2013 Report Share Posted July 12, 2013 If you are not yet 30 and a nerd who enjoys the interwebs, it is unacceptable to not know about this. If you are an old head like Bruce, you were out of high school when it blew up on ebaumsworld and it is understandable, barely. Massrandir, Barkûn, Swolórin, The Whey Pilgrim 500 / 330 / 625 Challenges: 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 31 32 34 35 36 39 41 42 45 46 47 48 49 Current Challenge "No citizen has a right to be an amateur in the matter of physical training. What a disgrace it is for a man to grow old without ever seeing the beauty and strength of which his body is capable. " ~ Socrates "Friends don't let friends squat high." ~ Chad Wesley Smith "It's a dangerous business, Brodo, squatting to the floor. You step into the rack, and if you don't keep your form, there's no knowing where you might be swept off to." ~ Gainsdalf Link to comment
Guest Snake McClain Posted July 12, 2013 Report Share Posted July 12, 2013 If you are not yet 30 and a nerd who enjoys the interwebs, it is unacceptable to not know about this. If you are an old head like Bruce, you were out of high school when it blew up on ebaumsworld and it is understandable, barely. i am a bit of an old codger. I see kinds walking and riding in the middle of the street and i want to yell at them. Although on the other hand I (as well as everyone else in the universe ever) am quite aware of this...http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4WgT9gy4zQA and this...http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8mHKHKR8x6A Link to comment
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