It's Been Awhile

It has been a long time since I have last posted, I promise today I will add a new poll and provide an update to my boxing/training exploits.

Player Haters

Our Softball team, the Rusty Kuntz, has been having trouble with the law, a.k.a. Austin City umpires. Two weeks ago three players were ejected for a frosty beverage infraction. Last week it was decided by the umpires that the entire team was unfit for continued participation in the game. Although I am biased, I am of the opinion that the Rusty Kuntz are comprised of fine upstanding young men and I have no idea why we are being persecuted. So, if you happen to see any of Austin City's fine umpires, please give them a hug and ask them to take it easy on the Rusty Kuntz's. On a lighter note, it appears as if I will be fighting on September 25th (more info on the way), mark it on your calendars.

Weak Left

It's been a while since I have posted anything new, mostly owing to the fact that training has been slow. I will try to post at least three times a week from this point on. The Bar exam really put a damper on my training and the stress that I will not know the results until October/November have not helped things either. I did not keep to a regular schedule of work and studying so my training really suffered. I would like to thank Johnny and Michael for getting in the ring and sparring with me, Zeke you are next. Each time I get in the ring I get a little more comfortable, and seem to have more energy left at the end. The summer is coming to a close as evidenced by the traffic on Guadalupe and I have yet to be tubing. Last summer when I went it was way to crowded, so I will wait to everyone is back in school this time. I could use some suggestions for a new poll - evidently parachute pants rule.

Ouch

Yesterday I got in the ring and sparred for the first time in over a year (not counting savate - my shin's still hurt) and it showed. I was extremely nervous, which inhibited my ability to work. I was focusing more on trying not to get embarrassed rather than working on technique/movement necessary to improve. It was tough and a little bit painful, but it is important to keep at it. As I see it, every time I step in the ring, no matter how badly it goes, I learn something. Also, to become comfortable with anything it takes repetition, whether it be boxing, working or studying for the BAR (I am sick of practice questions). In boxing, and I guess most things, comfort is important. It is sort of like starting a new job, the first few days or weeks are typically not one's most productive, it takes time to get into the swing of things. Hopefully, things will get better in the ring and with each new bruise there will be a lesson learned. It's good to see Jennifer and Michael finally made it out for a Saturday class - Jennifer I hope Zeke's turning purple did not scare you too much. The Rusty Kuntz won their first game........the other team did not show.

Simpsons Rule

I'll be closing down the Best Animated Sitcom poll later today, which the Simpson's won in dominant fashion. It is not surprising the Simpsons won, the show has been blessed with excellent writers throughout it's existence. However, I have always wondered, why no one on the show has ever aged, similarly, why does Goofy get to wear pants and Pluto is sans trousers? Tonight is the last game for the Rusty Kuntz's (we still have not won, but will get them next season), but I will be unable to participate. I have had to spend more time studying for the BAR and still maintain some semblance of a boxing training schedule.

Pre-Workout Nutrition

Typically, in the mornings I workout on an empty stomach in order to take advantage of my depleted carbohydrate level. Usually, I am able to push through my workouts even though I may feel a little weak. However, this past Saturday I realized that trying to make it through a two hour boxing class on an empty stomach is not such a good idea. I have found that a piece of fruit and a protein source (shake, cottage cheese, etc.) usually helps my workouts, whether it be weights, cardio or boxing. On a completely different subject - thanks to Trent, I have been privy to the world of Gunther (warning - this site is a little racy and disturbing) which is one of the funniest websites I have seen. I was able to do some studying, but it is tough when they are running the Rocky series non stop on AMC.

Improvement

Our softball team, the Rusty Kuntz's, showed major improvement last night, as we did not get mercy ruled until the seventh inning. The highlight of the game may have been when I fell flat on my face as I went for a fly ball in the outfield or Michael's home run, take your pick. I did not make it to Bruce's last night and have slowed down my training a little bit this week in an effort to give my body a break.