This is my first and likely my last frag movie. The footage is from back on s12, I've had it for a while but recently I decided to finish it. I didn't do it for the frags, but more of a way to say goodbye to the game and the community.
Unfortunately, I have developed carpal tunnel syndrome in both of my hands and I am drowning in college debt, so there is almost zero chance that I will play competitive TF2 again. I will still follow it as much as my schedule allows for it.
Here it is:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u_YxLadnftA
and a 60fps version because youtube butchered my quality
http://www.mediafire.com/download/q3z6etfzzzxz76s/Man_of_school.mp4
There is, however, one shout out missing from the movie: to the TF2 community. Keep doing awesome stuff like i46, and i49, and all the million other fundraisers. It really shows that despite any differences when you come together you can accomplish great things.
This is my first and likely my last frag movie. The footage is from back on s12, I've had it for a while but recently I decided to finish it. I didn't do it for the frags, but more of a way to say goodbye to the game and the community.
Unfortunately, I have developed carpal tunnel syndrome in both of my hands and I am drowning in college debt, so there is almost zero chance that I will play competitive TF2 again. I will still follow it as much as my schedule allows for it.
Here it is:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u_YxLadnftA
and a 60fps version because youtube butchered my quality
http://www.mediafire.com/download/q3z6etfzzzxz76s/Man_of_school.mp4
There is, however, one shout out missing from the movie: to the TF2 community. Keep doing awesome stuff like i46, and i49, and all the million other fundraisers. It really shows that despite any differences when you come together you can accomplish great things.
You seem like a cool guy. Good luck on your carpal tunnel and your debt, hope you get everything fixed up and arranged.
You seem like a cool guy. Good luck on your carpal tunnel and your debt, hope you get everything fixed up and arranged.
that sucks man. good luck and awesome frag movie! :)
that sucks man. good luck and awesome frag movie! :)
d0m3rgood luck scholar
oh thanks man! you remind me of the good times on kcb
[quote=d0m3r]good luck scholar[/quote]
oh thanks man! you remind me of the good times on kcb
IDK if it was carpal tunnel, but my right hand used to cramp up when I played osu. And like I sprained it a few times and couldn't play tf2 , and then I couldn't really move it for a while.
Stretching my wrist a little bit and moving it around before I play really helps me. Also taking your hand of the mouse sometimes, during deaths or taking breaks between games.
something like this: http://www.eatonhand.com/hw/ctexercise.htm but I just like pull my hand back, and roll a fist around. It really helps. GL
IDK if it was carpal tunnel, but my right hand used to cramp up when I played osu. And like I sprained it a few times and couldn't play tf2 , and then I couldn't really move it for a while.
Stretching my wrist a little bit and moving it around before I play really helps me. Also taking your hand of the mouse sometimes, during deaths or taking breaks between games.
something like this: http://www.eatonhand.com/hw/ctexercise.htm but I just like pull my hand back, and roll a fist around. It really helps. GL
Good luck man. I've been working from a computer and playing computer games for, like, 20 plus years. As Dodecagon has said, doing those every couple of minutes really help and I would also add cracking your knuckles. It should be noted that the whole arthritis from doing that has been proven to be a wives tale.
Good luck man. I've been working from a computer and playing computer games for, like, 20 plus years. As Dodecagon has said, doing those every couple of minutes really help and I would also add cracking your knuckles. It should be noted that the whole arthritis from doing that has been proven to be a wives tale.
I was gonna post "cya in a week" but this seems serious :( gl with your irl problems dude
I was gonna post "cya in a week" but this seems serious :( gl with your irl problems dude
#6, I'll see what the doctor says. But for now, I can't play at all due to the pain alone. On top of that, I am a computer science major, so it is not like I have a choice.
#6, I'll see what the doctor says. But for now, I can't play at all due to the pain alone. On top of that, I am a computer science major, so it is not like I have a choice.
Scholar#6, I'll see what the doctor says. But for now, I can't play at all due to the pain alone. On top of that, I am a computer science major, so it is not like I have a choice.
I've had problems with my wrists as well. Don't know if it was Carpal Tunnel or just general joint issues, but I found doing wrists curls helped a LOT.
[quote=Scholar]#6, I'll see what the doctor says. But for now, I can't play at all due to the pain alone. On top of that, I am a computer science major, so it is not like I have a choice.[/quote]
I've had problems with my wrists as well. Don't know if it was Carpal Tunnel or just general joint issues, but I found doing wrists curls helped a LOT.
Sorry to hear it man, good luck and don't forget the fun :)
Sorry to hear it man, good luck and don't forget the fun :)
i've mitigated RSI by lifting, specifically deadlifts since they strengthen your forearms like no other lift I'm familiar with. for cardio, I'd recommend the rowing machine
i've mitigated RSI by lifting, specifically deadlifts since they strengthen your forearms like no other lift I'm familiar with. for cardio, I'd recommend the rowing machine
Scholar...and I am drowning in college debt
There are many things that can help with this. You probably have some sort of plan to take care of it, but working with your lender can ease the stress of loans. Look in to forbearance and deferment. Really low monthly payments are also options. Your circumstance is unique, but nobody should try to pay back their loans without custom tailoring their payment schedule.
[quote=Scholar]...and I am drowning in college debt[/quote]
There are many things that can help with this. You probably have some sort of plan to take care of it, but working with your lender can ease the stress of loans. Look in to forbearance and deferment. Really low monthly payments are also options. Your circumstance is unique, but nobody should try to pay back their loans without custom tailoring their payment schedule.
Just thought I'd share this. I know this isn't gonna change your mind but for what it's worth :
these things are popular amongst rock climbers. I found they are also great for gamers. Plus, they're actually a ton of fun.
Edit: here's a video to show exactly what it does. I think this guys technique is pretty noobish but it gets the idea across. It works more than the muscles in your forearm; using different techniques, it uses your wrist and even the ligaments/tendons in your fingers.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xB8pMbTzcIw
Just thought I'd share this. I know this isn't gonna change your mind but for what it's worth :
[url=http://www.amazon.com/Dynaflex-Sports-Plus-Wrist-Exerciser/dp/B000LRE01M/ref=pd_sim_sg_3?tag=teamfortresst-20]these things[/url] are popular amongst rock climbers. I found they are also great for gamers. Plus, they're actually a ton of fun.
Edit: here's a video to show exactly what it does. I think this guys technique is pretty noobish but it gets the idea across. It works more than the muscles in your forearm; using different techniques, it uses your wrist and even the ligaments/tendons in your fingers.
[youtube]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xB8pMbTzcIw[/youtube]
mebi've mitigated RSI by lifting, specifically deadlifts since they strengthen your forearms like no other lift I'm familiar with. for cardio, I'd recommend the rowing machine
wow i hope this is true, I love deadlifts. it just seems counter intuitive that you mitigate stress with more stress
[quote=meb]i've mitigated RSI by lifting, specifically deadlifts since they strengthen your forearms like no other lift I'm familiar with. for cardio, I'd recommend the rowing machine[/quote]
wow i hope this is true, I love deadlifts. it just seems counter intuitive that you mitigate stress with more stress
The trick is to not over stress in a given time frame. The exercise ball in my previou post is great because you can easily control the intensity of the resistance. You can just have it going while doing other tasks. A little bit here and there.
The trick is to not [i]over[/i] stress in a given time frame. The exercise ball in my previou post is great because you can easily control the intensity of the resistance. You can just have it going while doing other tasks. A little bit here and there.
Good times, hopefully we can play sometime. :(
Good times, hopefully we can play sometime. :(
Played with scholar when I first started playing tf2 comp and he taught me a lot about just playing with a team in general. GL man
Played with scholar when I first started playing tf2 comp and he taught me a lot about just playing with a team in general. GL man
Why exactly am I getting -fragged? Do people still think that cracking your knuckles still do damage after multiple 10-20 year studies on the matter? I am honestly wondering and not trying to be mean.
Why exactly am I getting -fragged? Do people still think that cracking your knuckles still do damage after multiple 10-20 year studies on the matter? I am honestly wondering and not trying to be mean.
Scholar, I'm gonna miss you. Thanks for being BPM's number one fan <3
You were always a chill dude, and you will surely continue to be chill in all future endeavors.
Scholar, I'm gonna miss you. Thanks for being BPM's number one fan <3
You were always a chill dude, and you will surely continue to be chill in all future endeavors.
you removed me like a year ago, but I still love you scholar
you removed me like a year ago, but I still love you scholar