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Old 07-15-2016, 06:57 PM
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Congrats on the Gold! Way to go!!
You'll know it when ya see it.
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Old 07-15-2016, 07:03 PM
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oh, we don't need to see it; assume you to be entirely credible!!

that is WOW, EG!
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Old 07-15-2016, 08:41 PM
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I noticed I made a couple of pocket posts. Sorry about that.

Back at the hotel and started breathing again. I'm optimistic about sparring tomorrow. For today, I was happy with my performance. Though it could always be better...Enjoying the moment after a nice dinner with my team.

We took two gold medals today (for a total of five), two silver, and three bronze.

Thank you all again for your support!
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Old 07-15-2016, 08:58 PM
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Old 07-15-2016, 09:50 PM
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Wow! So exciting! Congratulations, it is well deserved after all your hard work.
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Old 07-15-2016, 11:38 PM
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Gold Medal! Kata!
Holy cow! That's awesome, EndGameNYC!
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Old 07-16-2016, 01:09 AM
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Really fantastic stuff! An elite athlete- and scholar!
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Old 07-16-2016, 04:15 AM
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Gold Medal! Kata!
You the man EndGame, that is so impressive. You should be very proud of yourself. #1 in the United States....doesn't get much better than that!
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Old 07-16-2016, 04:29 AM
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Congratulations EndGame!
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Old 07-16-2016, 05:46 AM
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Congratulations on your gold medal--hope you win another today in sparring,
but whatever the outcome, you're a winner in life and on SR EndGame
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Old 07-16-2016, 12:09 PM
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Bronze medal in kumite! Our dojo has a stack of medals.

Disappointed in my performance, but already looking forward to the US Open in March.
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Old 07-16-2016, 12:23 PM
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I'm sorry to hear you feel disappointed, a bronze medal sounds fantastic! But I also know we are our own worst critics and we know what we are capable of and don't like it when we don't perform as we know we can. So while I am sorry, I understand. Do save some room for some pride and joy over your bronze though, it is a great accomplishment after all. Now you can take form this experience and start working towards the US Open in March.
Congratulations again!
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Old 07-16-2016, 01:04 PM
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That's 2 for 2 look it at this way all your Katas have been recognised as top class

I'm really happy for you
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Old 07-16-2016, 01:45 PM
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Holy crap that is impressive.


*note 2 self: don't mess with EndGame...EVER!
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Old 07-16-2016, 07:53 PM
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Congrats on the bronze, EndGame!

Your bronze win triggered a memory of something I'd read. Not sure what you think, either as a clinician or an athlete, but some studies suggest you may be more pleased than your silver-winning peers.

Why Bronze Medalists Are Happier Than Silver Winners - Scientific American Blog Network

But that may be too much like work to contemplate. Just enjoy your victories! Thanks for demonstrating to us what's possible in recovery.
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Old 07-16-2016, 08:10 PM
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Well, if you won two golds what would be the point of training for next year

Great job EG!
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Old 07-16-2016, 08:22 PM
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Congrats on the bronze, EndGame!

Your bronze win triggered a memory of something I'd read. Not sure what you think, either as a clinician or an athlete, but some studies suggest you may be more pleased than your silver-winning peers.

Why Bronze Medalists Are Happier Than Silver Winners - Scientific American Blog Network

But that may be too much like work to contemplate. Just enjoy your victories! Thanks for demonstrating to us what's possible in recovery.
I like that perspective.

The guy who beat me, and eventually won the gold...His teammates and their families were having drinks in the hotel lobby. They called me over. I didn't recognize them since he wasn't there. They only said that they enjoyed watching me spar. Then they told me who they were and told me the guy who won had three small children cheering for during sparring. A nice, soft landing for me, and a lot of joy for them.
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Old 07-17-2016, 03:21 PM
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Thank you. I appreciate your support.

What style are you training in?
Right now Shotokan as a very beginner (that was most easily accessible) but I am still screening the styles and possibilities.

And I just read through this thread again. Congratulations!!
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Old 07-17-2016, 03:58 PM
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Yep. Shotokan here as well. Engage the hips first, then strike.
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Old 07-17-2016, 04:53 PM
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I guess you have been striking enough in the past few days

I am just recovering from a leg injury (from running) and hope to get back into my classes this week.

Again, nice work and presentation!
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