Comments on: Revolution Tournament Saturday

By: Steve

Steve — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:17:00 +0000

Mike, I agree, dude. You’re doing the right thing, though, taking it easy and healing up your knee. It’s a marathon for us, right? Think longterm… I’d rather be a purple belt at 75 years old still on the mats 2 or 3 times each week than a black belt at 45 and have to stop training.

And whatever conditioning routine you’re on now is making a big difference.

By: Steve

Steve — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:14:49 +0000

Thank for the comment, Jason.

By: Steve

Steve — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:13:29 +0000

Thanks, Dev. It’ll be great to see you!

By: Steve

Steve — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:13:02 +0000

Mike, thanks for the comment.

Regarding jitters, I do a lot of public speaking, so I guess I’ve learned to cope. One thing I can say, though, is to ignore some common advice given to people who are nervous about publis speaking. I recommend… strongly recommend… that you do not imagine your opponents in their underwear. That is… man… just don’t do that.

Seriously, though, I’m wondering if maybe I need a little MORE nerves.

By: Mike

Mike — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 07:52:02 +0000

well, at least you went out and did your best.

It sucked being on the sidelines watching not able to compete…..

Big Mike

By: Jason

Jason — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 20:51:52 +0000

Steve,

I lost my first match much the same way. I was even up on points and blew it. I feel your pain and determination to learn from the experience.

By: Dev

Dev — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 15:43:45 +0000

Hey buddy,

Sounds like a tough match, but you kept your cool and I’m always impressed with your analysis. Congrats on what sounds like a great day for the school! I’ll be up this XMas, and I’m definitely planning on swinging by.

By: TheMartialArtsReporter

TheMartialArtsReporter — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:58:18 +0000

I admire your positive attitude and your persistence.
Very awesome.
“Do your best and forget the rest.”
Thanks for sharing, Steve.

By: mike d.

mike d. — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:31:55 +0000

Good read. Your attitude in the loss to your opponent speaks loudly as to your character and sense of honor as a bjj guy. Well done. Im eager to hear you share how you managed those pre-comp jitters. I found the night prior to be almost unbearable. Congrats to you and your teammates on a day well spent.