Judo News: Judo Grand Slam, Baku 2014
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Judo News: Judo Grand Slam, Baku 2014

Best wishes all and happy Friday. In the coming days, Judoka from all over the world will descend on Azerbaijan to take part in the Grand Slam of Baku. Among top ten judoka in the world sitting at #8 position in the world at -90 kg is Shahin Gahramanov  of Azerbaijan. Gahramanov expected to participate in the Grand Slam. Also … Continue reading

#TBT Double Down Ice Coffee
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#TBT Double Down Ice Coffee

Hello all. I did this article about this time as last year. I only remembered it because around this time of year, trees are blooming. The birds are chirping and the temperature is arising. As the mercury meter rises I switch from hot coffee to cold coffee. I LOVE COFFEE. Yes im addicted to say the … Continue reading

Kentucky Derby drinks you probably haven’t heard of…
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Kentucky Derby drinks you probably haven’t heard of…

This weekend is the running of  the  140th Kentucky Derby. No Kentucky Derby Party is complete without the Mint Julep. I’m sure you have seen this recipe  a thousand times, but here it is anyway. (Just in case you haven’t.) Mint Julep 2 Cups sugar 2 Cups water Sprigs of fresh mint Crushed ice Kentucky Bourbon Silver Julep … Continue reading

Beer with a Hint of Tequila
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Beer with a Hint of Tequila

With the international sombrero wearing, tequila and beer drinking holiday, Cinco de Mayo just days away. I put together a list of “Cinco” beers (pun intended) inspired by the holiday. This list of Margarita or Tequila infused beer, that I have sampled over the years. This list is only a list for list making sake! It is, … Continue reading

Kumi Kata (grip fighting) the more modern way of fighting.
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Kumi Kata (grip fighting) the more modern way of fighting.

UFC 172 took place this past weekend (4.26.14) in Baltimore, Maryland. Headlining the main event of the evening was the Light Heavyweight Title Fight between Jones vs. Teixeira. Spoiler alert, Jon Jones retains the title at the 205lb class improving his record to 20-1. Jones dominated in every fight stat that was recorded, ie: total … Continue reading

Workout Drill-Staggered Push-Ups
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Workout Drill-Staggered Push-Ups

There’s a new push-up craze I have seen in a few publications, either in a magazine, twitter, instagram or inter-web page.  I apologize I cannot remember where I first saw it, but that doesn’t matter. Now, when I say “new”, I mean new to it being photographed and posted everywhere, including this page. I’m  sure this exercise is older than Noah. Coincidentally, … Continue reading

Moderate drinking can boost immune system
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Moderate drinking can boost immune system

Ever had that feeling, where you’re not feeling great. You feel run down from a long day or long week at work. You get that thought ” I need a drink!” Well science now proves a drink can make you feel better! A study conducted by Oregon National Primate Research Center ()approved by Oregon Health … Continue reading

Grant’s Blended Scotch Whiskey Review
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Grant’s Blended Scotch Whiskey Review

Grant’s Blended Scotch Whiskey A wonderfully tasty scotch. This whisky has a noticeable aroma. At first nose of ripe pears and berries. It is has a light clear hue. It is aged blended scotch whiskey in oak that give it its deep, sweet, soft fruit flavour, creating the perfect foundation. (70cl, 40%) APPEARANCE 4/5  AROMA 6/10  PALATE 4/5  TASTE 7/10   OVERALL 21/30 … Continue reading