Dr. Richard Ulm

This is a video of Jud Logan smashing the M55 hammer world record at Ashland University back on September 21st, 2014. This may not have been in his prime, but there is so much of Jud in this video.
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So much in this video reminds of him - the positive intensity radiating off him as he walked into the ring; his Rayban knee sleeves rolled down, calling for the clap with a subtle point, his patient winds followed by his hallmark powerful drag on the ball, pushing his hips back into the ring on the finish (something he often did when he got after a throw), and of course, how he celebrated….the strong single arm point at the sector followed by a double point at the sky, and of course his aggressive clap that you swear would break a normal man’s hands, and the genuine joy he expressed after a successful throw.
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Truthfully, this video, as wonderful as it is (capturing an amazing athlete/coach/mentor/friend in his element), is difficult for me to watch. More times than I can recall, I was blessed to be in the presence of Jud’s unrelenting passion for this sport. The impact this had on me is not calculable. I suppose that at some point I will feel lucky. Right now, I just feel sad.
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Thank you Jud for all that you game me. I know it wasn’t easy for you to coach me, but your impact on me will never dwindle, not even a little bit.
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I miss you.

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30 minutes easy’ish
6 rounds
3 min 250+ watts
2 min 150-175 watts
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Enjoying some local on a beautiful morning. Perfect time for some writing.
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