Here’s another “Homemade Highlight” by the “budget conscious” team at The Wall Street Journal. This time they covered the gold medal beach volleyball match where the team of Misty May-Treanor and Kerri Walsh Jennings defeated number six seeds Jennifer Kessy and April Ross in straight sets. Get past the forced… more »
Ness Notes: CrossFit – Some Specifics…
August 12, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Ok, so last time we covered the health benefits of CrossFit with an emphasis on the anaerobic and aerobic cardio systems. Now I’m going to shine a light on how it uses specific sports (gymnastics, weightlifting, and sprinting) in order to maximize the workout to obtain amazing results. Gymnastics: So… more »
Artist Rendering: Allegory of Complacency – A Ponderable…
August 8, 2012 by Leave a Comment
I’ve always like Plato’s Allegory of the Cave because demonstrates so well the way much of the world works — where shadows become reality. It takes courage to take the steps to seek out the light and pursue “true things.” I am reminded of what John Steinbeck said about Ed… more »
Ness Notes: CrossFit – The Health Benefits…
August 5, 2012 by 1 Comment
Previously we covered an intro to CrossFit, CrossFit kids and the basic movement and tools that are used in it. Today I want to discuss the overall health benefits and positive mental changes you will see in doing this sport. CrossFit can be done at home or at a gym…. more »
When Badminton Goes Bad…
August 2, 2012 by Leave a Comment
This week, the Badminton World Federation suspended eight players from the Olympics for attempting to lose early matches to get better draws in the elimination rounds. The players represented China, Indonesia and South Korea. The story was widely covered in the media outlets, including The Wall Street Journal which may… more »
