Bikram Yoga

[cuban]

I am 36 years old. I have been umpiring for about 14 seasons. About two years ago my back started hurting me ( I have come to find out it wasn't my back, I just had a weak core).

To make my back feel better I started doing yoga. I got some videos from Walmart and rented some books from the library. I felt the benefits almost immediately. After doing yoga in my living room for about two years, I decided I would go to a real class.

I started researching different forms of yoga to see which would be best for me.

Here is what I found: BIKRAM YOGA

This will sound crazy but this form of yoga is done for 90 minutes in a room heated to 105 degrees. I know what you are thinking, that's f'n crazy (I thought the same thing at first).

I have gone to 40 classes in the last 47 days and I got to tell you I am hooked. This stuff is amazing. The benefits are crazy. Every single aspect of my life has improved in the last 7 weeks and I mean every single aspect. This stuff is the fountain of youth. I am losing weight like crazy. I'm sleeping like a baby. I'm much more calm and thoughtful. My skin is like a baby. I'm having sex like I am twenty one. My bowl movements have even improved. I am serious, everything is better.

I have a feeling that this Bikram will also improve my officiating.

If you have been thinking about starting some type of exercise routine to get in better shape for next season, you should try Bikram. Google it, look it up. Quick note: I am saying Bikram, not "hot yoga". There are multiple forms of "hot yoga" but only one Bikram. I promise you if you do this stuff you will be voting me UE member of the month for the rest of our lives.

One more thing and I hope this isn't TMI. For about the last 10 days my wife keeps saying "wham, bam, thank you Bikram". Think about it. Let me know if you decide to improve your life.

[bam]

Uh, yeah. TMI

[BRUMP]

Uh, yeah. TMI

agreed. as much as i love U/E i could do without knowing members sex life and the status of their bowel movements

[JaxRolo]

. I'm having sex like I am twenty one.

What's his name? lol just joking. Good for you.

[BRUMP]

. I'm having sex like I am twenty one.

What's his name?

:rollinglaugh:

[BRUMP]

. I'm having sex like I am twenty one.

What's his name? lol just joking. Good for you.

how many warning points do you think that earned you?

[Umpire in Chief]

I will say I did a couple of yoga sessions. I will say while it doesn't look that tough, if you do it correctly it will kick your arse.

[JaxRolo]

I'm just in a crappy mood.

Just read my disclaimer on my signature! lol

[BRUMP]

I'm just in a crappy mood.

Just read my disclaimer on my signature! lol

never noticed that. new addition? definitly useful considering you and trout are the resident smart asses of the forum

[Pete Peterson Sr]

I'm just in a crappy mood.

Just read my disclaimer on my signature! lol

never noticed that. new addition? definitly useful considering you and trout are the resident DUMB asses of the forum

There. Fixed it for you. J/K, guys, I couldn't resist !!

[cuban]

Fellas, I'm sorry if I offended anybody by mentioning my sex life and bowel movements. The point I was trying to make is that Bikram will drastically improve every aspect of your life.

Most the umpires I know (especially at the high school level and below) are flat out fat, out of shape, and don't breath properly. I'm assuming that many of you guys fit that same description. I'm not saying that to be mean, I'm saying that because I have eyes. My main goal with this post was to give everybody a opportunity to improve their life in every way.

If you already have a steady work out routine that works for you, that's great! Keep up the good work. But I know that there are some guys on this forum that make a resolution to get in shape every off season and never follow through. All I was trying to do was offer them a opportunity to do something that really works.

[Jocko]

Fellas, I'm sorry if I offended anybody by mentioning my sex life and bowel movements. The point I was trying to make is that Bikram will drastically improve every aspect of your life.

Most the umpires I know (especially at the high school level and below) are flat out fat, out of shape, and don't breath properly. I'm assuming that many of you guys fit that same description. I'm not saying that to be mean, I'm saying that because I have eyes. My main goal with this post was to give everybody a opportunity to improve their life in every way.

If you already have a steady work out routine that works for you, that's great! Keep up the good work. But I know that there are some guys on this forum that make a resolution to get in shape every off season and never follow through. All I was trying to do was offer them a opportunity to do something that really works.

if anyone is offended, they need to go to koombayah-empire.

[Majordave]

Jocko Said: " if anyone is offended, they need to go to koombayah-empire. "

I don't care who you are, now that's funny!

Seriously, Cuban is a friend of mine. I've known him since I began umpiring. He is a genuine friend. He used to eat like $hit! We talk on phone often and see each other every couple of months when I make the long trip home to see my daughter. He looks better than I have ever seen him look. He is younger looking, much, much fitter looking and although he is TMI, he is without a doubt being absolutely truthful. (although I disclaim any knowledge about his bowel movements, sleep habits and sexual activities- We aren't THAT close.) I have done some yoga via P90X and it is tough. Had me sweating bullets within minutes. I wish they had it here in little ol' Leavenworth. I can drive to KC but not that motivated. I will stick to my cycling and stairmaster and gym and P90X to keep 50 year old Dave looking, acting and feeling like 30 year old Dave but that's TMI as well I guess. Whatever you choose, find something you LIKE and do it consistently. Oh yea, do some pushaways at lunch and dinner as well.

DCT

[Jocko]

I checked into it. We have a local studio, but it's BOO-KOO DENERO! No way I'm payin $250 a month for yoga. No frickin way!

[Umpire in Chief]

I checked into it. We have a local studio, but it's BOO-KOO DENERO! No way I'm payin $250 a month for yoga. No frickin way!

Ouch, but you are guaranteed to loose weight... From your wallet.

[T-Rav]

I checked into it. We have a local studio, but it's BOO-KOO DENERO! No way I'm payin $250 a month for yoga. No frickin way!

Check into groupon for this. I'm waiting for one to lower the price at my local studio and will am with you on not paying that much for yoga. Who knows though, it might be worth it.

[th3]

whats $250 to SH*# better?

[Jocko]

whats $250 to SH*# better?

HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!!!!!!!!

[Pete Peterson Sr]

I checked into it. We have a local studio, but it's BOO-KOO DENERO! No way I'm payin $250 a month for yoga. No frickin way!

Check the one in Vestavia. A buddy called there, and it's $250/month for UNLIMITED. There are less-expensive packages.

[cuban]

I checked into it. We have a local studio, but it's BOO-KOO DENERO! No way I'm payin $250 a month for yoga. No frickin way!

I know man, the price sucks. It's only a hundred a month where I live. All I can say is that in my opinion it is actually worth it, but I can understand how the price would keep people away.

[cuban]

Jocko Said: " if anyone is offended, they need to go to koombayah-empire. "

I don't care who you are, now that's funny!

Seriously, Cuban is a friend of mine. I've known him since I began umpiring. He is a genuine friend. He used to eat like $hit! We talk on phone often and see each other every couple of months when I make the long trip home to see my daughter. He looks better than I have ever seen him look. He is younger looking, much, much fitter looking and although he is TMI, he is without a doubt being absolutely truthful. (although I disclaim any knowledge about his bowel movements, sleep habits and sexual activities- We aren't THAT close.) I have done some yoga via P90X and it is tough. Had me sweating bullets within minutes. I wish they had it here in little ol' Leavenworth. I can drive to KC but not that motivated. I will stick to my cycling and stairmaster and gym and P90X to keep 50 year old Dave looking, acting and feeling like 30 year old Dave but that's TMI as well I guess. Whatever you choose, find something you LIKE and do it consistently. Oh yea, do some pushaways at lunch and dinner as well.

DCT

Thanks buddy! I will say this about Maj. Dave, for a man in his early 50's he is in killer physical condition.