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Health & Fitness

Fantasy "Sports" - I don't get it.

I may ruffle a few feathers, but so what? I was reading an article featuring Brandon Jacobs of the NY Giants. Now, I'm not a huge Brandon Jacobs fan by any stretch of the imagination, but I agree with him wholeheartedly. He was receiving threats and abusive comments on Twitter and other internet sites for his performance in games by Fantasy Football fans. Then the poor guy was out to dinner and one of these knuckleheads approached him and told him to "get healthy & play better, you're costing me points in my fantasy pool". You have to be kidding me! These are professional athletes, they are highly skilled and train at the highest level. They are trying their best to do their best at all times. 
You may be asking "What does this have to do with training?" Well, everything. Did you ever see most of these "Fantasy Players"? They look like they have seen the right side of a push-up or haven't missed out one night at the all you can eat buffets. If they spent half of the time they "play" in their little fantasy worlds, they'd be in great shape and maybe have a little more respect for the effort that athletes they curse out put forth in preparation to play. 
Guys, I doubt any of them are reading this, why don't you get off of your computer and drop to the floor and attempt 10 push-ups. After that, try a few sit-ups, bridges and squats. If you are not thoroughly exhausted, attempt another round. Do this everyday and form a good habit. 
Fantasy "Players", I'm challenging you to hold yourselves to the same standard that you hold the athletes to - do something useful and productive with yourselves and your bodies. Hey - You might even like what happens - if you can stick with it long enough. 

Strength & Honor,

Coach Phil

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