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.