Usually when I am down for the count (pun intended) whether it be from illness, drink or other assorted issue, I read and this time was no exception. While no high brow literary awards are going to go Sam Sheridan's way for A Fighter's Heart, I enjoyed the hell out of it. Despite feeling at times a little too much like magazine articles pinned together for a book, it was an intriguing look at the art and pyschology of fighting.
In particular, I was engrossed with the idea of gameness. The idea that even if one's getting pummelled, he's still willing to toe the line and keep fighting. Of course, I am sure gameness has gotten a multitude of fighters in trouble in the ring and over the course of their lives, but if you're just riding bikes, why the hell not?
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My wife and I have been watching mma since the "Gracie" years. I am constantly amazed by what others consider valuable in there lives and am at the same time reminded that others think the same of my pastimes.
As for this book I guess it's something else for me to check out.
I can say though that I'd have never had you pegged as a fight watcher . live and learn I guess.
Dallas " I don't believe in metrosexuality." Sigurdur
Oh and nice new ride by the way.
Although I find UFC pretty barbaric, I am currently reading the same book, actually quoted it earlier this week. It's a good read, and very interesting looking into the minds of these fighters and their preparation.
it is really a good read.
respect.
fm
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