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DCP · 10-12-2003, 10:53 AM

I started aikido at 18 in college. At that time, I had little regard for my personal safety, so falling didn't bother me (until I jammed-up my shoulder . . .)

Now I'm older, but still like to take high falls. However, I now keep in mind the necessity of falling correctly since I'm not as young, limber, and quick to heal.

10-12-2003, 10:53 AM	#3
DCP Dojo: Inaka Dojo Location: Land of Lincoln Join Date: Jan 2003 Posts: 135 Offline	I started aikido at 18 in college. At that time, I had little regard for my personal safety, so falling didn't bother me (until I jammed-up my shoulder . . .) Now I'm older, but still like to take high falls. However, I now keep in mind the necessity of falling correctly since I'm not as young, limber, and quick to heal.
	A crust eaten in peace is better than a banquet partaken in anxiety. - Aesop