#notasport

[mariabovindelabbe]

Exactly! In my group for frame drummers, we are NOT banging the drum! MINDFUL DRUMMING STARS is a chance to learn to play the frame drum in a way that might change your playing and, not least, how you feel about drumming forever. This is not another frame drum academy; this is an exclusive, intimate group where all aspects of drumming are taken into consideration, and you get personal feedback weekly! Sounds intriguing? Send me a DM, or contact me at mindfuldrumming.com/contact, and I will send you more information. Maria PS. Mindful Drumming is the concept I founded in 2010 and have developed since. Please read some of my student's testimonials here: mindfuldrumming.com/testimonials 🦋🦋 #mindfuldrumming #mindfuldrummingstars #newgroup #framedrummers #framedrum #framedrumlessons #framedrumacademy #framedrummersofig #mindfulmusicians #onlinegroup #newjourney #dreamydrumess #drummerlife #musicianslife #playlikeyou #findyourstrenghts #playlikeyou #notasport #withlove #fromtheheart #joinus (på/i Fjellstrand, Norway) https://www.instagram.com/p/CQf-0E3JQYy/?utm_medium=tumblr

[davidklaukedtjnz]

Blog 14: Writer’s Choice 4 - ESports Debate

For my fourth and final writer’s choice blog, I have decided to give my two cents on the ESports debate, which is not only a hot topic of discussion in New Zealand, but the world. This question genuinely interests me because I myself played my fair share of video games as a kid. As my parents know, I was a big fan of the Call of Duty games, and played them religiously throughout childhood, and not to toot my own horn, but I was pretty damn good. Specifically, Modern Warfare 2 and Black Ops 1 & 2 were my games. I digress. Even despite this I’m going to go ahead and say I don’t think they’re a sport and I’ll give my reasoning why later in this blog. 

I can understand both sides to this argument and see both sides. On the side that I’ll call “pro-sport,” it’s undeniable how huge video games have become in today’s society, particularly competitive video games. They’re also a huge market and often draw just as many viewers as most sporting events. They also argue that ESports is largely a mental test rather than a physical test. (So by that logic does that make checkers a sport? Does that make blackjack a sport? Where is the line drawn that distinguishes a game and a sport? Is there even a line anymore?) When we were lectured at Sport New Zealand, our speaker said that the anti-sport people are probably going to be on the wrong side of history, specifically saying that “the market is the market.” I understand and agree with what he’s saying. I think ESports will soon be widely accepted as a sport, even though I think many people will never accept them as sport.

On the other hand, “anti-sport” arguers claim that there’s no innate ability to ESports, which I personally think is true. I think that if most people dedicate the time and energy into being good at video games or a particular video game, they can be, but most people, no matter how hard they try, simply are not capable of being an NBA athlete for example. I mean I’m sure a pro gamer would disagree with that, but I probably wouldn’t be persuaded by their arguments, which I believe is probably true for most people. 

Essentially, I think this argument is centralized on how you define sport. If you define sport as simply, “a marketable, competition based activity,” then yes I think ESports qualify. However, I simply don’t think video games and athletics are one in the same. I think ESports are a hugely popular and profitable industry, and should be treated as such, but I don’t think they should be considered as much of a sport as basketball, football, soccer, etc.

I’ll end by asking a question... Tyler “Ninja” Blevins is one of the greatest video game players in the world and is probably the best Fortnite player. LeBron James is the GOAT and the best basketball player to ever step on the hardwood (sorry Mike but its true). Sure they’re both monumentally popular around the world and make insane amounts of money, but does that mean Ninja is a world class athlete like LeBron? Is Ninja one of the biggest sports stars in the world? Is his sporting achievement comparable to LeBron’s?

[bookmarkquinn]

Little fox

[just5sworld-blog]

I will always love my children. Addiction sucks! #AddictsDoMatter #addictionsucks #motherofaddicts #familysuffers #notasport #diseasenotachoice #addictslivesmatter #awareness #theaddictsmom #substanceabusedisorder #disease

[mrredd1]

WHAT IF THIS PICTURE WAS SHOWING THE OPPOSITE??!!.. What if it was the elephant standing over 5 human bodies and with a smile on his face. Would there be outrage? Would there be groups demanding justice for the deceased ?!. WHY IS THIS OKAY AND LEGAL??! and this is considered to be a “sport”!!😣😣🤬#inhumane #sad #theuglytruth #earthisdying #ugly #uglypractice #uglysports #notasport #elephantslivesmatter #animalslivesmatter #elephant #animals #dontkillanimals

[velotastic]

Half way checkpoint on the Ronde van Vegas - Pleasley Pit. Awesome cafe there too. Still chance to enter if you are up for it, click on the link in the bio. . #derbyshire #cycling #mtb #gravel #ridelots #notasportive http://bit.ly/2IAeOmI

[waybad]

THURSDAY, AUGUST 18th, 2016 This #tbt is dedicated to all the Nyjah-and Sheckler-worshipping kids who were born 12 years ago, started skateboarding five minutes ago, then got butthurt by my #notasport comic the other day. Thanks for putting down the Mountain Dew and stepping out of the Zumiez long enough to hit my comments section to defend skateboarding’s place in the Olympics and to assume I am A: not a skateboarder and 2: have never met a skateboarder and D: hate skateboarding. But I ask you: Would a guy who HATES skateboarding and doesn’t skateboard draw A SKATEBOARD RIDING A SKATEBOARD?! Come on now. I don’t think so. That makes me the skateboard-est, more like. Hashtag #skateboarding.

[swashindustries]

Skateboarding is in the olympics?.... Uhh... Alright, first invite sent to Tonya Harding. Go get 'em tiger! Cam said it best: "Can't be nice, right? Can't be arrogant. I stab a bitch over ice, 'Nancy Kerrigan'" #skateboardingSucks #94Repeat #NotASport #StompAllTheDecks #TheresBetterWaysToGetNoticed

[nirenah]

#martialarts #notasport #yellow #sign

[jezgoffin]

Produced as a response to the powerful words of Ian Mackaye. Not a sport & Not a hobby

[velotastic]

. Giving my bike a once over before having a crack at the vets race at the @sheffurbancx at the iconic Park Hill flats. Never been particularly good at racing but do enjoy it. All I can do is give it my best. @coticbikes @brooksengland @dtswiss #outdoorcity #cycling @bandcc #ridelots #notasportive #cx http://ift.tt/2x7yHf7

[protectwildanimals]

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[hobiesurfshop]

Thanks to the fellas at @capistrano_classic_carts and @nationgolf for a solid night of fellowship & the movie share at Hobie Dana Point last night. Don't forget to pick up a Nation hard collar shirt before your next round. 🍻⛳️ #HobieSurfShop #hardcollar #golf #golfisagame #notasport #danapoint

[mnmllux]

Ooooo got that fresh fade! Dentist appt done! Europe in 2 days! Officially cleared for international travel! Yeee! #blackguy #blackout #applewatch #SBSS #NotASport lol #smile #greenranger #lightskin #hyped #chillin #vacation

[waybad]

TUESDAY, AUGUST 16th, 2016

Skateboarding In The Olympics? 

[dawniewoodz]

I am 100% against cruelty against ALL animals, big or small. #TheyDeserveRespectToo #TheyDeserveLoveToo #TreatThemWithRespect @Regrann from @officialpeta - #FACT: #Bulls used for #bullfighting are deliberately drugged to weaken them and make it easier for the matador to stab and kill them. Bullfighting is #NotASport. #EnoughSaid #NotOurs2Use #Regrann