David Barr's research experience includes work for NASA at the Johnson Space Center, as well as studying the effect protein intake on muscle growth. He has authored 2 books and more than 50 web-based publications on applied training and supplement science.
Blame Canada
Even though there's a toque-wearing, (possibly drunk on Sleeman's) hockey stick-wielding beaver on my passport, I've always had a difficult time not thinking of myself as somewhat-American. It's just too hard to ignore a cultural Juggernaut when nearly all of its media is shared with us hosers up North. [although I realize that culture is largely shared world-wide, this wasn't the case when my identity originally developed].
The only exceptions to this cross-pollination are the World Wars and
hockey, so it's exciting to imagine a mini war (1812 part deux)
erupting on ice for Olympic pride. But in this potential rematch, the stakes would be higher.
Come to think of it, it's hard to imagine a single team having more
pressure on them to win at Olympic... anything. Ever.
Canada has a tradition of Olympic hockey disappointment, largely because because anything other than a Gold is National embarrassment. Hell, after the loss to Hasek in Nagano, the Federal Government (!) got involved by devising a "WTF??" committee. And the 7th place finish during the last Olympics was so bad that I quickly fled, seeking asylum in California. I haven't been back since.
Maybe after this weekend, I'll have a reason to return.
Note: Congratulations to the women's teams!
Canada has a tradition of Olympic hockey disappointment, largely because because anything other than a Gold is National embarrassment. Hell, after the loss to Hasek in Nagano, the Federal Government (!) got involved by devising a "WTF??" committee. And the 7th place finish during the last Olympics was so bad that I quickly fled, seeking asylum in California. I haven't been back since.
Maybe after this weekend, I'll have a reason to return.
Note: Congratulations to the women's teams!
Leave a comment
