not sure how i'm feeling about the new changes to the blogger. i guess i should just keep my trap shut until i use it more than two times since the changes happened.
i'm dipping my toes into the waters of change. and while it's not fantastic, it's not terrible either...so i'll probably have a better-formed opinion in the next two weeks. you know, after i've posted some more in this here blog o' mine.
i am not resistant to change. change is generally good. and sometimes change works out some kinks you didn't even realize were there to begin with in the first place.
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the derby season is in high gear.
read: high-octane overdrive as far as my involvement in and with the sport goes.
tomorrow i am heading up to JamestownNY to NSO (non-skating official/officiate) for the Babes of Wrath (BoW) in their season-opener against the Little Steel Derby Girls (LSDG) from YoungstownOH. it's sure to be a good game.
i adore both of these leagues, and i am very much looking forward to watching the game as much as possible...although when you are in an NSO, reffing, or even bench coaching role, you don't get to seeSEEsee as much as you hoped you would - thank goodness for DVDs. :)
Showing posts with label roller derby. Show all posts
Showing posts with label roller derby. Show all posts
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Saturday, September 17, 2011
Last night while Maggie and I were watching part of the Nightmare on 95, she'd point out the Pivots and Blockers and exclaim, "Mama! Mama!" Then when a Jammer came into view on the screen, she'd also clap her hands and exclaim, "Nini, Nini!" <--that's what she calls her one of her aunts. She did the same thing today while watching the Gotham/SCDD game. Apparently my two year-old is beginning to grasp the game. HILARIOUS.
Monday, September 12, 2011
Blog Fail
Only 11 posts in 2011?
I'm going to have to rectify this STAT!
As I stated in my July 26 post, I have rid my life of much crazy. And I realize I haven't even shared much, if anything, of what has gone on in the life of Karoline over the past year or so. Perhaps that is a potential starting point in regards to my hopes for more frequent blog updates.
Updating may also be beneficial since I am coming off an awful head, neck, and spinal injury from derby, and frankly my brain hasn't been working/processing things in the same fashion which it is used to doing. It's definitely getting better, but I have to say my ditzy factor seems to not be getting better as quickly as the rest of my brain capabilities. Is that the right word I am looking for - capabilities? If it's not the correct word, see above. Head injury.
I *am* hoping that I'll be back on the track in 2012 as long as my impact scores allow me to engage in a full contact sport sooner, rather than later.
Peace out until the next time.
I'm going to have to rectify this STAT!
As I stated in my July 26 post, I have rid my life of much crazy. And I realize I haven't even shared much, if anything, of what has gone on in the life of Karoline over the past year or so. Perhaps that is a potential starting point in regards to my hopes for more frequent blog updates.
Updating may also be beneficial since I am coming off an awful head, neck, and spinal injury from derby, and frankly my brain hasn't been working/processing things in the same fashion which it is used to doing. It's definitely getting better, but I have to say my ditzy factor seems to not be getting better as quickly as the rest of my brain capabilities. Is that the right word I am looking for - capabilities? If it's not the correct word, see above. Head injury.
I *am* hoping that I'll be back on the track in 2012 as long as my impact scores allow me to engage in a full contact sport sooner, rather than later.
Peace out until the next time.
Wednesday, February 6, 2008
Similarities: Race & Derby Training
As I am still doing my best to stick to my goals and properly train (versus overtraining...which is my typical modus operandi...) for the half-marathon in May, and while I am cursing the powers that be for the lame-o aches and pains I am currently experiencing, I decided I would put together a short list of the similarities twixt race and derby training. I'm sure I forgot some, so if you have suggestions, let me know! Read on!
Some Similarities I Have Drawn Between Race Training And Roller Derby Training:
1. Muscles you never knew you had before suddenly (or slowly, over time) start to hurt.
2. An eight minute mile is simply not good enough. A nine minute mile will never be good enough. At least not in your head.
3. You are definitely still one sweaty beast.
4. Tights, knee socks, and short shorts ALWAYS make for warmer legs.
5. One can never have enough muscle rub. Rub those shin splints out of your head. Ben-Gay might be smelly, but it feels sooo good.
6. Proper stance equates to more efficient and effective use of your body to achieve its ultimate goal.
7. It is unwise to keep makeup on while working out. It stings when it runs into your eyes. After all, you are still one sweaty beast.
8. While training with others, you are still expected to be training on your own.
9. Having the right footwear almost guarantees less injuries.
10. PowerGels are important to access stores of energy you didn't know you had. Simple sugars work wonders.
11. Proper use of an Ace bandage might mean the difference between saving or losing that one jelly ankle you have…you know the one I'm talking about. Yeah, that one.
12. You thought you had knee problems before training, ha! Just look at you now.
13. A banana and a cup of oatmeal are the BEST pre-long-training-session foods.
14. Excellent tuneage still makes you push yourself harder.
15. Never underestimate the power of the bandana.
16. The fans and supporters are still OOC on game/race day.
17. Oh sure, that ciggie tastes and feels awesomely delicious right now, but you will undoubtedly regret it within the first ten minutes of your workout.
18. Sidewalks are dangerous at night.
Some Similarities I Have Drawn Between Race Training And Roller Derby Training:
1. Muscles you never knew you had before suddenly (or slowly, over time) start to hurt.
2. An eight minute mile is simply not good enough. A nine minute mile will never be good enough. At least not in your head.
3. You are definitely still one sweaty beast.
4. Tights, knee socks, and short shorts ALWAYS make for warmer legs.
5. One can never have enough muscle rub. Rub those shin splints out of your head. Ben-Gay might be smelly, but it feels sooo good.
6. Proper stance equates to more efficient and effective use of your body to achieve its ultimate goal.
7. It is unwise to keep makeup on while working out. It stings when it runs into your eyes. After all, you are still one sweaty beast.
8. While training with others, you are still expected to be training on your own.
9. Having the right footwear almost guarantees less injuries.
10. PowerGels are important to access stores of energy you didn't know you had. Simple sugars work wonders.
11. Proper use of an Ace bandage might mean the difference between saving or losing that one jelly ankle you have…you know the one I'm talking about. Yeah, that one.
12. You thought you had knee problems before training, ha! Just look at you now.
13. A banana and a cup of oatmeal are the BEST pre-long-training-session foods.
14. Excellent tuneage still makes you push yourself harder.
15. Never underestimate the power of the bandana.
16. The fans and supporters are still OOC on game/race day.
17. Oh sure, that ciggie tastes and feels awesomely delicious right now, but you will undoubtedly regret it within the first ten minutes of your workout.
18. Sidewalks are dangerous at night.
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