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Sojourner Posted January 6, 2006 Share Posted January 6, 2006 [quote name='homeschoolmom' date='Jan 5 2006, 06:59 PM'] [right][snapback]847311[/snapback][/right] [/quote] That's me! I look just like that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tojo Posted January 6, 2006 Share Posted January 6, 2006 I had a rather similiar experience in school, was always one of the last picked to play, was never good at anything, and therefore decided I was interested in sports anyways. It always really effected my conmfidence (still does really) becasue guys are "supposed to" like sports and have some ability in them. This year I just began learning a martial art called Capoeira, and it's been helping me a lot. The class is taught by my best friedns and all the people at other schools who we see at workshops seem really nice. I've come a long way already. At the beginning of last semester I ran from a game, because people were watching me. I don't do that anymore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Extra ecclesiam nulla salus Posted January 6, 2006 Share Posted January 6, 2006 i know some people who do capoiera seems pretty cool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest FireMan911 Posted January 6, 2006 Share Posted January 6, 2006 Maybe you shouldstep into reality. Give up on being the great athelete, and get a job . . . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Extra ecclesiam nulla salus Posted January 6, 2006 Share Posted January 6, 2006 [quote name='FireMan911' date='Jan 5 2006, 07:44 PM']Maybe you shouldstep into reality. Give up on being the great athelete, and get a job . . . [right][snapback]847376[/snapback][/right] [/quote] why is that nessecary? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted January 6, 2006 Author Share Posted January 6, 2006 (edited) [quote name='FireMan911' date='Jan 5 2006, 07:44 PM']Maybe you shouldstep into reality. Give up on being the great athelete, and get a job . . . [right][snapback]847376[/snapback][/right] [/quote] I'd probably get suspended if I posted the things I want to say to you right now. And Sam, thanks for sticking up for me. Edited January 6, 2006 by Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted January 6, 2006 Author Share Posted January 6, 2006 (edited) You know, while I'm at it, it's things like what FireMan911 just said that are TRULY belittling and hurtful. I once talked about these struggles of mine on a couple secular message boards. They were men's message boards devoted to health, fitness, and sports. I asked that no one belittle my situation or my feelings, but they didn't honor that request. A couple of the posters were very supportive, but most were not ... A couple people assumed that I wasn't training or anything, and they said, "Get off your @$$ and do something!" Other people used it as an opportunity to brag about their own athletic prowess, and still others said stuff like, "Get over it! Other people your age are well-adjusted and have better things to worry about than reclaiming their lost glory!" Then when I got mad, people got really nasty, laughing at me, calling me a "psycho" and a "fruitcake," and saying stuff like "You'll never get anywhere with that defensive attitude!" and "If you can't handle what people say, then don't post!" The most hurtful remark was from someone who said, "SuperDave (my user name), you are not super. You need to change your name to ReallySadAndPatheticDave." I don't cry easily, but remarks like those made me bawl like a baby. Edited January 6, 2006 by Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HomeTeamFamily Posted January 6, 2006 Share Posted January 6, 2006 dave, its his first post, obviously a troll....dont listen to him its clear if he read your post that you arent looking to become an elite athlete, just competitive at something on an adult level listen to the pham, not some lame troll just tryin to get at you hes prolly fat and uncoordinated and jealous that he cant play sports Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted January 6, 2006 Author Share Posted January 6, 2006 (edited) [quote name='VoloHumilisEsse' date='Jan 5 2006, 08:26 PM']dave, its his first post, obviously a troll....dont listen to him its clear if he read your post that you arent looking to become an elite athlete, just competitive at something on an adult level listen to the pham, not some lame troll just tryin to get at you hes prolly fat and uncoordinated and jealous that he cant play sports [right][snapback]847407[/snapback][/right] [/quote] Amen, Adam! : *offers cyber-handshake* Edited January 6, 2006 by Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Extra ecclesiam nulla salus Posted January 6, 2006 Share Posted January 6, 2006 thats horribile what people say. I hate mean people (i often am one though) Dave you are a great guy! God Bless and keep the faith, Sam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted January 6, 2006 Author Share Posted January 6, 2006 [quote name='Extra ecclesiam nulla salus' date='Jan 5 2006, 08:39 PM']thats horribile what people say. I hate mean people (i often am one though) Dave you are a great guy! God Bless and keep the faith, Sam [right][snapback]847422[/snapback][/right] [/quote] Awwwwww ... ya know, Sam, you ain't so bad yourself! Thanks, man. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
argent_paladin Posted January 6, 2006 Share Posted January 6, 2006 Two thoughts 1. Triathalon. First, its impressive just to finish an Ironman triathalon. Even a sprint triathalon is grueling. I think it would give you tons of confidence to do it. Plus, you can train by yourself easily until you feel good enough to compete publically. Finally, they have different age ranges, so that you can be competative all your life. Since it takes some money to buy a nice bike and a wetsuit, there aren't as many young people playing. Older people in general smoke younger ones in endurance events. Finally, there is a quick learning curve. You probably know how to run, swim and bike already. But you'd be years behind others in learning the intricacies of soccer or basketball (basketball is a youth's game anyway). 2. Martial arts. Sure, maybe others will have more sports experience, but you will be confident because you know that you could kick their butts! It also doesn't take too long. Imagine how confident you'd be if you were a blackbelt. It is practical, masculine and builds self-confidence. If you want, you can enter competitions as well, depending on the sport. 3. one more.... dance. You can do competitive ballroom dancing. A great way to meet women, get exercise and compete. Plus it lasts a lifetime. Really, at 50 what good is it that you played high school football? But at 50, you could be foxtrotting with your wife on a Carribean cruise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Extra ecclesiam nulla salus Posted January 6, 2006 Share Posted January 6, 2006 [quote]But at 50, you could be foxtrotting with your wife on a Carribean cruise. [/quote] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted January 6, 2006 Author Share Posted January 6, 2006 [quote name='argent_paladin' date='Jan 5 2006, 10:08 PM']Two thoughts 1. Triathalon. First, its impressive just to finish an Ironman triathalon. Even a sprint triathalon is grueling. I think it would give you tons of confidence to do it. Plus, you can train by yourself easily until you feel good enough to compete publically. Finally, they have different age ranges, so that you can be competative all your life. Since it takes some money to buy a nice bike and a wetsuit, there aren't as many young people playing. Older people in general smoke younger ones in endurance events. Finally, there is a quick learning curve. You probably know how to run, swim and bike already. But you'd be years behind others in learning the intricacies of soccer or basketball (basketball is a youth's game anyway). [/quote] Well, triathlons are something I've considered. Maybe I'll do it eventually. But I don't really appreciate your trying to discourage me from basketball and soccer. It's not like I've never played either game before. I say it's never too late, and if I want to do it I can do it. [quote]2. Martial arts. Sure, maybe others will have more sports experience, but you will be confident because you know that you could kick their butts! It also doesn't take too long. Imagine how confident you'd be if you were a blackbelt. It is practical, masculine and builds self-confidence. If you want, you can enter competitions as well, depending on the sport.[/quote] This too has crossed my mind. Maybe I'll give it a try in the future. [quote]3. one more.... dance. You can do competitive ballroom dancing. A great way to meet women, get exercise and compete. Plus it lasts a lifetime. Really, at 50 what good is it that you played high school football? But at 50, you could be foxtrotting with your wife on a Carribean cruise. [right][snapback]847512[/snapback][/right] [/quote] I don't consider dancing a sport and never will. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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