Bio hack I came across: red light therapy combined with methylene blue. The red light increases mitochondria in our cells which aids in healing, especially in joints. As a retired vet my knees are shot, but I’m still too young to get knee replacements. When you can’t bend your knees without pain, it definitely affects your ability to get balls and maintain the concentration to hit a soft ball precisely while you grit through the pain. I didn’t believe the light would work when my friend offered to let me use theirs… so when I tried it I totally thought it would do nothing… and I was wrong, and glad I was.
In the high-stakes world of professional pickleball, the sport finds itself at a pivotal crossroads. Co-hosts Jill Braverman and Kristin Walla of the "This Pickleball Life" podcast fearlessly confront the controversies and triumphs that could shape the game's trajectory for years to come. At the forefront of the debate is the contentious issue of overpowered paddles, with the Joola Gen 3 model at the center of the "Paddlegate" saga. Braverman and Walla question how governing bodies like USA Pickleball have allowed paddles that degrade in performance over time, potentially compromising player safety and fundamentally altering the nature of the game. The co-hosts recount harrowing tales of being struck in the face by blistering shots, underscoring the risks posed by paddles that prioritize power over control. They express concerns that the rise of these "performance-enhancing" paddles could ruin the essence of pickleball, eliminating the beloved "dinking" rallies that define the sport's unique charm. Beyond the paddle controversy, Braverman and Walla delve into the complex dynamics of player compensation and the potential sale of the UPA, the umbrella company overseeing the Major League Pickleball (MLP) and the Professional Pickleball Association (PPA). They raise questions about the motivations behind signing new players while existing talent remains unpaid, sparking speculation about a potential acquisition by deep-pocketed investors from Saudi Arabia. The co-hosts also touch on the ongoing sexual harassment lawsuit against USA Pickleball, involving Donn Paben, and provide updates on the player collective's efforts to advocate for fair treatment and better working conditions. Despite the controversies, Braverman and Walla maintain an infectious enthusiasm for the sport they love. Braverman announces her "Paddle Quest 2.0," a journey to find the perfect paddle for her game, inviting listeners to suggest and follow along as she tests various models. The co-hosts also recount highlights from the recent PPA LA Open tournament, celebrating standout performances and the event's vibrant atmosphere. Throughout the episode, Braverman and Walla engage with their audience, offering practical advice and responding to listener questions with wit and candor. They issue a "Joy Rider Challenge" encouraging players to focus on consistency and control during warmups, while also sharing a "biohack of the week" centered on the power of positive thinking and visualizing success. With their authoritative voices and upbeat, enthusiastic tones, Braverman and Walla have crafted a must-listen episode that captures the excitement and challenges facing pickleball today. Their insightful commentary and fearless exploration of the game's most pressing issues make "This Pickleball Life" an indispensable resource for players, fans, and anyone captivated by the dynamic world of professional pickleball.
Hey gals! Love the podcast! Always got the juicy stuff. I'm amazed that Don Haven has had to "retire" but......................................... Mircea Morariu is still a Senior pro player and coach despite his "grape" charges of drugging a woman with controlled medications that he had access to as a physician. Surveillance cameras spot Morariu appearing to reach into his pocket. Another customer sitting at the bar told police she clearly saw him pull out a small plastic bag of powder, pour it into his hand and dump it into her drink. That witness told police that when she saw the woman with Morariu sip her drink, she walked outside and called the manager, the manager told the bartender and they grabbed the glass, but not before Morariu’s friend had more of her martini. She said when she returned from the restroom, Morariu pushed the glass toward her and moved her water glass away. The manager, bartender and police noticed a “white powdery substance” at the bottom and on the rim of the glass. When blood, urine and chemical tests came back, the woman tested positive for alprazolam, zolpidem and cocaine; the plastic bag contained residue of alprazolam and zolpidem; and the martini glass had zolpidem residue. Detectives found her “slightly incoherent” and unable to provide a statement. They took his physician's neurologist license over this, and he can no longer practice medicine. This guy is a senior pro and coaches the Julie Johnson crew. WTF, PPA???!!!! As far as the criminal side of the situation, Morariu is just over two years into a five-year probation on a charge of poisoning food or water. He pleaded “best interest,” which means he doesn’t admit to guilt and can still disagree about what happened. But according to USlaw.com, he “admits that the prosecution could likely prove the charge. The court will pronounce the defendant guilty.” Read more at: www.miamiherald.com/news/health-care/article264604056.html#storylink=cpy ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-u94bUQ2qSKE.htmlsi=CovH8bHeX-7BTjEC
Thank you for your time and posting. Very nice meeting you Kristin, at St. George. USAP has been worthless for a long time now. It's all about their salaries. 42 was selected for ALW's paddle is my guess. PPA is going to do what is best for PPA and its top players... Period! Jill, your women's partner at Red Rock was fantastic, outstanding defense. IMO, I think you are overthinking about thinking. ;) If you try your best, and, have fun (win or lose), you can't fail. BTW, never get 'mad', get disappointed, but not mad. Mad can spiral down a dark and negative tunnel that accumulates and will decimate your decision-making and game. I never get mad, never. Why? Because it's a sports game. I think about how bad most of the world has it right now, and how much fun I am having. In the future; a week, a month, or six months, how do you want to remember that game? That you lost and got mad, or that you lost and had a great time? Will you even remember that game in six months? Thank you for your time. 😘
The Jazzy Rhythm of Pickleball Strife Let me spin a tale, a rhythmic verse, Of picklers caught in a pickle, for better or worse. It's The Pickleball Life, where Jill Braverman, And her partner in rhyme, Kristin Walla, stand. They delve into the drama of Paddlegate, Where the Joola Gen 3 stirs up a heated debate. Paddles that degrade, a performance too high, Sparking concerns that safety may fly. The UPA finds itself in a curious dance, With whispers of investors from Saudi Arabia's stance. New players they sign, while others await their pay, Could this be a prelude to a deal underway? Amidst the chaos, our hosts remain undeterred, Their passion for the sport cannot be deterred. Jill embarks on a Paddle Quest, a noble endeavor, Seeking that perfect strike, that sweet melody forever. From courtside tales of errant shots to the face, To the collective's fight for a fair player's space, No stone is left unturned, no topic too obscure, As they navigate the game's twists and turns, for sure. So let the rhythm flow, the jazzy beats resound, For Pickleball's future, a stage has been found. With Jill and Kristin leading the charge, my friends, The sport's melodies will echo, without an end.
A piece of sports equipment that gets better as it gets used. A baseball mitt. A tip on a pool cue can play better and better until it finally gets too worn out.
The equipment doesn't get better as it gets worse, that is ONLY in the beginning, which is breaking it in. Further down the line, paddles are not usable because they are so below standard. This is common in a lot of sports. For example, Baseball gloves, basketball shoes, tennis strings, and I'm sure there are a handful of others.
Would a solution for the increased risk of injury with people using dangerously powerful, delaminated paddles, (and head hunting instead of hitting winners into the court) be to call a let if the ball hits a player? That would take away the incentive to headhunt. You do run some risk of people intentionally letting themselves get hit, but it wouldn’t be like a walk in baseball or softball, just a replay. What do you think?
You're missing a BIG point on the Joolas and deflection testing. The test works by putting the center of the paddle head on top of a surface, and then pushing directly on top of the center of the paddle head from the top to see how much it depresses. With this set up, a literal trampoline would pass deflection because the mesh trampoline material itself of course doesn't depress. The new Joolas are literal trampolines (see their commercials), with the springs being the foam along the perimeter. To fix this problem, deflection testing needs to secure the paddle by the handle or the frame of the paddle... NOT the center of the paddle. Either way, Joola (and gearbox) literally made a paddle to get around Pickleball's stupid testing.
Look into the Honolulu J2k Pro. Thing hits like a truck on demand, but has plenty of control. It is also very light and has good spin. The Tacos were so good! Los Cab is an insane venue! I have noticed that Joola Gen 3 paddle owners get grumpy when you talk about the reality of their paddles.
The reviews for the Honolulu Pickleball Company J2 model line of paddles have been so strong that I bit the bullet and have a J2K Kevlar paddle on order. It’s not quite as hot and powerful as the J2K Pro and has better control so I think that’s the more sensible thing for my game. I also like the fact that it comes in a dark blue color, which is different from the other old painted or newer, black carbon fiber paddles yet isn’t as gaudy as all of the other red Kevlar paddles on the market.
@@ThisPickleballLife I keep getting people asking me about my J2K Pro when they see it. Seems like there is a lot of interest in the J2K series. John Q recently indicated his liking for them and is going to do a review soon. I myself have permanently switched to Honolulu and as of today became an Ambassador. I think the reason we don't see a lot of them yet, is that they sell out pretty quick, but they seem to restock every month. The J2k series essentially has to be pre-ordered by the general public due to demand.
I think having two entities like this are great for the sport and it’s another form of competition. Two separate leagues like the baseball or football. NFC vs The AFC.
Any softball or baseball bat that is composite has to break in to be hot and it’s normal and the way they’re making the new paddles once they break in they’re hotter.
