I thought I was going to be extra excited about practice today. Today marked the first day of the year that we were able to jump. However, the heavy training has taken its toll on my body, I was not as quick as I would have hoped, but all and all, just being around the high jump is a good thing. One thing that will prove to be difficult for me is old habits. I know that I can jump a certain height using my old (bad) take off angle; however, I also realize that a new more efficient one is what I need in order to achieve the new heights I must hit. Time will heal all, but my lack of patience is rough. I have faith, and I can’t wait till I improve the correct way, without cutting corners.

There are a number of egos and attitudes that are beginning to get under my skin. We train with other athletes, and of course our paths cross all the time. However, a few of them are pushing my patience to new limits. This lack of tolerance may indeed be a result of my training load; however, the fact remains I sense a new confrontation coming in the next few weeks of practice. Between me and you, I kind of like the added testosterrone in the training world, it brings out the inner beast in us all… grrrr.

Anyway, I am off the Royal Glenora for weight training. That is a total love hate relationship. I am sure I will chat about it at another time. Peace and hair grease.

Anxious To Compete,

Jesse Lipscombe

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