As a result of my continued involvement in the world of fitness and sports performance training, I learned from my mentor Brian Diaz of the importance of training logs. Hence, below are my attempts to accurately document what I do as a collegiate soccer player, both on and off the field. Enjoy!



Tuesday, March 15, 2011

Question of the Day

Today was an off day from all fitness activity. Took some time to stretch/massage the ankle... disappointed the training room was closed after my classes, but I will be sure to get extra icing done tomorrow. It is feeling much better than it did yesterday. Glad to get through today since I had a lot of academic commitments.

This leads me to my question of the day...which ironically is sparked by two questions I heard asked by fellow students.
Question 1: Some kid (after an allusion made by my professor to the recent events) literally asked "So what's going on in Japan?"
Question 2: Another student asked my professor in my next class, "So who are the Lehman Brothers?"

Wow. I'm not usually critical of my fellow students, but today was ridiculous. And people wonder why American students' test scores are lower than their counterparts around the world. It's not a matter of IQ or talent, it's a matter of laziness.
Which leads me to my question of the day: What is the point of the American public school system? Answer: To develop better citizens of the world. Right now I'm not seeing that.

My thoughts and prayers are with those affected by the disaster...hopefully Japan can get back on it's feet soon.
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  1. Meredith ParkerMarch 15, 2011 at 7:21 PM

    Excellent points made. The fact is that we live in a very narcissistic society...its all about me me me. We value status over education, and comfort over courage to change. Its sad...

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  2. ZimmMarch 15, 2011 at 7:49 PM

    I agree...all we can do is model the way and hope to inspire change..whether that be in our education, profession, or sport.

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