Smart Girl seeks Dumb Jock

I am searching for a strong, stupid man to rub my feet at night. 

The problem is that I can't find a dumb jock anywhere. I'll explain.

The brain activity required of top athletes like LeBron James and Tiger Woods is astounding! One study showed that moments before Tiger Woods putts, he does not blink (at all). Neuroscientists suggest that this phenomenon is a product of his exceptional brain control. Mr. Woods is "in the zone" and focused on a singular task: placing the ball into the hole. What appears to us as an effortless action is actually complex brain activity in progress.

The brain is the control center for the body. It is responsible for every move we make. It can be divided into 3 sections: the brain stem, the cerebellum, and the cerebrum.

The brain stem is located inside the base of the skull just above the spinal cord. It houses a complex set of neurons that communicate with the central nervous system. The brain stem is responsible for many involuntary actions: eye movement, heart rate, breathing, and even posture. The brain stem provides the nervous activity that allows you and I to maintain an upright position. 

The cerebellum sits above the brain stem toward the back of the skull. It is responsible for coordinating complex, fast movements and for maintaining balance. It is also the center for procedure recall. The phrase "practice makes perfect"  exists because of the work done within the cerebellum. If you want to see the sexiest cerebellum in town, check out a performance of Kooza.

The cerebrum is the largest section of the brain divided into right and left hemispheres. The cerebrum organizes movement, stores experiences, and receives sensory information. It also holds spatial memory (where you are and what direction you are going). The cerebrum is surrounded by the cerebral cortex which houses over 8 million neurons! The motor cortex, part of the cerebral cortex, is responsible for voluntary movement. When you lift a dumbbell, throw a ball, or shake a tail feather, you are using the cerebrum.

In closing, it is virtually impossible for a jock to execute fantastic plays with awe-inspiring precision without using his/her brain. 

The brain is magnificent and its role in sport performance is undeniable.

(If you believe the first line of this article, then I must also tell you the world is flat and pigs fly.) 

Comments

[Lance]

Ha! So, you're not really looking for that strong, stupid man...

How about the day I tried to squat more weight than I should have, without a squat rack?? I've got the stupid part there...strong...well...

On the flipside, one time doing this was enough to convince me stupid isn't too smart. (how's that for a wise saying??). Always in a squat rack now...

There was a day, though, where I met half your requirements...