Skip's Little Corner of the World - Page 5

**thenatural** · 12-13-2007, 04:11 PM

what is the best xmas gift you've ever received?

**Ken "Skip" Hill** · 12-13-2007, 04:27 PM

Now that I have kids, I don't ask for much and pretty much insist that Sissy doesn't get me much. I would rather get the kids more stuff and I really don't need much of anything because if I do need something throughout the year, I buy it for myself. : )

I will say that this year will be a good one because I am getting something that I REALLY do want even though I already know what it is. I won't say, though, as I would rather not have this as common knowledge.

Now, the BEST gifts I ever got are tied between 2:
1. My grandmother who was probably 65 at the time, was on vacation in California and walked into the Venice Golds and bought me a sweatshirt that said "Venice" on the bottom in the front. I was floored when I opened it because grandmas usually get you lame shit but I was about 20 or so and not only was it cool but the thought of her walking into that gym was flattering to me. I had no idea she would ever do that.

2. My catcher's mitt that I got when I was in the 5th grade. That was in about 80-81 and it was a Wilson, double hinge top of the line glove. I found out later that it was $125 at THAT time so that would be like twice that, now.

Fast forward to this year: My son who is 7, out of the blue, told me he wants a catcher's mitt and mask. I asked him why and he said that his buddy has one and he wants one. I asked him what the catcher does and he explained it to me. I also asked him if he knew that I played baseball when I was young and that I was pretty good. He says with a smile on your face and rolling his eyes, "Sure you were, Dad". I told him I was serious so he asks me, "If you played baseball, what position did you play?" I told him that I was a catcher for years and he lit up. It was pretty neat. I got him a badass Nike, two tone glove and my wife was irritated at first because it wasn't very cheap. She felt better after I told her I would have paid 5 times that, under the circumstances.

: )

Skip

**Ken "Skip" Hill** · 12-13-2007, 04:28 PM

Or were you talking to Sissy when you asked that?

Skip

**thenatural** · 12-13-2007, 04:39 PM

no that was directed at you, Skipper

this isn't "Sissy's little corner of the world," now is it

did you play any college or semi pro ball skip?

**Ken "Skip" Hill** · 12-13-2007, 05:01 PM

I was headed in that direction but, no, I didn't. It was funny because I was gifted as a baseball player in pretty much all aspects of the game - I batted incredibly well, was known for my defense behind the plate but had a mediocre arm. Had I spent even a fraction of the time that I had in the gym at that time, I could have honed my skills and been an incredible ball player. Instead, as most that "on top" of their sport do, I simply relished that I was pretty much the best ball player in the area and figured I was going to the top, anyway. Why work at it? lol How is that for a teenage attitude?

It was probably a blessing because I absolutely love what I do right now and have for a while. The thought of traveling without family doesn't appeal to me. Sure, the money would be insane but... I would probably be in the Mitchell Report, too. LOL

Skip

bhman6 · 12-13-2007, 05:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Skip

but... I would probably be in the Mitchell Report, too. LOL

Skip

hilarious right there

**thenatural** · 12-13-2007, 05:13 PM

LOL!

i was the same way...very gifted with skill and ability, but being 145lbs at 5'8" when I finished my second year of college - i certainly wasn't knocking down any doors physically. now had i put in some time and made myself 190lbs? then i woulda been a force...hindsight is 20/20 though.

I am living in a HUGE hockey town (surprised? I know you're not, me being Canadian and all) and I see tons of kids come up and have unreal talent but just nothing between the ears...or no desire to better themselve off the ice, so they can better themselves on the ice.

The powerlifters I am training with right now are strength and conditioning coaches for one of the junior teams in town, and they get so frustrated with all the dumb-fuckery of these talented kids....they go in the gym and fuck about and end up playing on a shitty men's team somewhere, wondering what the hell happened, reliving the "glory days"

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**Sissy** · 12-14-2007, 12:22 AM

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Originally Posted by thenatural

no that was directed at you, Skipper

this isn't "Sissy's little corner of the world," now is it

did you play any college or semi pro ball skip?

Ever corner is "SISSY's" corner! I am everywhere...... I'll keep an eye on you from now on.....

Sissy

ps. if you would like to know about me, just let me know, K? lol

MX_Ivanko · 12-14-2007, 12:57 AM

Skip, being the guy that you are I have to know, what is the craziest shit you have ever done?

**Ken "Skip" Hill** · 12-14-2007, 04:44 PM

I am not a very crazy guy. I am sure when I was young I did some dumb shit but I don't think I have ever really done crazy shit. To me, crazy implies wreckless and doing something with impulsivity and not weighing out consequences or pros and cons. Even when I do dumb shit I am a thinker and I always shoot things from all angles before making a decision. Sissy will tell you that I am anything but impulsive. lol

The more I think about it, I always liked laying on my tank and doing 120 to work in the left lane in the Interstate. I remember times when I would do 10 miles without letting off the throttle. That is about as "crazy" as it gets.

Skip

fatslob · 12-15-2007, 02:15 PM

What have you always wanted to know but were too afraid to ask?

**Ken "Skip" Hill** · 12-15-2007, 06:54 PM

When I want to know, I ask. : )

Skip

**BigDownUnder** · 12-16-2007, 07:48 AM

Skip

Which nutritionists do you admire the most?

Which countries would you like to travel to the most?

Were you black when you were born?

**Ken "Skip" Hill** · 12-16-2007, 06:55 PM

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Originally Posted by BigDownUnder

Skip

Which nutritionists do you admire the most?

Which countries would you like to travel to the most?

Were you black when you were born?

I don't know about "admire" but I respect a few of them because they are good people. I respect Troponin (Justin) because he is a solid guy with a solid personality and character. As far as respect what a nutrition knows or his track record, I respect people that have proven themselves over the long haul even though I might not agree with some of their approaches. Guys like Chris Aceto come to mind.

If I could travel outside the US I would probably want to go to go somewhere like Thailand or somewhere that is completely different with climate, culture, etc.. Egypt is another place that interests me. However, traveling abroad doesn't interest me much right now because of the tension around the world and I don't think I would too comfortable outside of the US.

In the US I want to go to Alaska and somewhere far east like Vermont, New Hampshire or Maine.

I was born white. The color has evolved. lol

Skip

**Ken "Skip" Hill** · 12-16-2007, 06:57 PM

The little Skips.... and notice the antlers. : )

Skip

**BigDownUnder** · 12-17-2007, 06:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Skip

If I could travel outside the US I would probably want to go to go somewhere like Thailand or somewhere that is completely different with climate, culture, etc.. Egypt is another place that interests me. However, traveling abroad doesn't interest me much right now because of the tension around the world and I don't think I would too comfortable outside of the US.

In the US I want to go to Alaska and somewhere far east like Vermont, New Hampshire or Maine.

I was born white. The color has evolved. lol

Skip

I'm sure the ladyboys in Thailand would love you Skip

I thought Alaska was in Canada LOL.

**thenatural** · 12-17-2007, 01:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BigDownUnder

I thought Alaska was in Canada LOL.

it damn well should be!

bankerbabe75 · 12-19-2007, 11:15 AM

Big question of the day for Skip & Co.

Favorite waffle?
Favorite syrup flavors?
Favorite cut of steak?

(can you tell i am beside myself bored at work this morning?) lol!

**Ken "Skip" Hill** · 12-19-2007, 02:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bankerbabe75

Big question of the day for Skip & Co.

Favorite waffle?
Favorite syrup flavors?
Favorite cut of steak?

(can you tell i am beside myself bored at work this morning?) lol!

My favorite waffle is the Belgium waffle at Village Inn but if you mean from the store, I haven't had those in a while but I like the Kelloggs homestyle ones, the best. I am asking Sissy for a Belgium waffle maker for Christmas, among other things. Oh, and I don't pour the syrup over my belgium waffles. I have to pour the syrup into a bowl and then dip the bites of waffle into the syrup because otherwise pouring it over the top of the waffle will make the waffle suck up too much syrup and taste like nothing but sugar and make me sick halfway through the waffle. lol

Syrup flavors are in this order:
Real maple
Mrs. Butterworths
Blueberry/boysenberry/strawberry

I like the fruity flavors but not as much as maple flavored syrups.

I am not real big on steak, actually. I only really eat steak if I go to two restaurants: Ruths Cris and the Outback. At the Outback I would get the center cut sirloin, for sure. Ruths Cris, it doesn't matter because it is all to die for. : )

Skip

wakejump4me · 12-19-2007, 03:08 PM

Skip,

you probably talked about this already, but it would be nice if you could explain how you came up, with the idea, to have your own " Muscle Board - IM " and how it all got started etc...

wake

bigoso · 12-19-2007, 11:39 PM

how tall are you skip?

**Ken "Skip" Hill** · 12-20-2007, 03:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wakejump4me

Skip,

you probably talked about this already, but it would be nice if you could explain how you came up, with the idea, to have your own " Muscle Board - IM " and how it all got started etc...

wake

Oh boy, this is a long one but I am going to REALLY shorten it. I had been on the boards for quite a while when I stumbled upon a board where I met Winnie. He was an admin and the owner of the site approached me to have a private forum to train people and so I jumped all over it. At the time I was doing it primarily via email when I was getting started with the online prep work.

I ended up a mod and then an admin relatively quickly on that board but it didn't take long for Winnie and I to figure out that the owner was crooked as fuck. He would start different supplement companies, advertise on the site, rip off a bunch of people and then start up a different one under a different name and repeat, etc..

This happened shortly after I got to that board and a bunch of people left including a lot of mods. I didn't believe that the owner would do something like that because he was "so good to me" for giving me my own forum, etc.. So, I stayed and got to know Winnie. I also brought in a couple other mods in the name of Homonunculus and Kidrok. I was also talking with Dante to get him to come to this site, as well.

When it happened the second time, it was very clear to winnie and I what was going on and the owner basically left us to clean up the mess, answer to people, etc.. We were being associated with the problems and were accused of sticking up for the owner when we were responding saying we knew nothing of what was going on. When we figured it all out, we rounded up all of the mods and decided to shitcan the site and start our own site, fresh.

It was Kidrok who named the site (IntenseMuscle.com) and could have been owned by any one of the mods at that time. It just so happened that Winnie knew how to handle it all and took the reigns. The site has always been referred to as "Skip's Site" probably because I am higher profile than the others but the truth is, it really belongs to all of the supermods but legally is owned by Winnie and myself, now. Winnie and I became partners about a year ago, November. We turn 4 years old in February. I think it is February 24th. We turned 21k members just a couple days ago.

That is the short version, yes. lol Winnie or any of the other supermods can chime in if they want to.

Skip

12-13-2007, 04:11 PM	#101
thenatural Moderator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Just around the bend. Posts: 8,754	what is the best xmas gift you've ever received? __________________ weight training and nutrition are two very simple endeavors. In fact, they are both primal instincts we are born with. Too many people are making this stuff way too complicated. Keep it simple and basic. It works every time. Hard work and consistency always pay big dividends. -exmgq Be Cool. Stay in School. And use the code JCK333 at your trueprotein checkout to save 5% on your entire order.

12-13-2007, 04:27 PM	#102
Ken "Skip" Hill Judge, Jury and Executioner Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Denver, Colorado Posts: 13,430	Now that I have kids, I don't ask for much and pretty much insist that Sissy doesn't get me much. I would rather get the kids more stuff and I really don't need much of anything because if I do need something throughout the year, I buy it for myself. : ) I will say that this year will be a good one because I am getting something that I REALLY do want even though I already know what it is. I won't say, though, as I would rather not have this as common knowledge. Now, the BEST gifts I ever got are tied between 2: 1. My grandmother who was probably 65 at the time, was on vacation in California and walked into the Venice Golds and bought me a sweatshirt that said "Venice" on the bottom in the front. I was floored when I opened it because grandmas usually get you lame shit but I was about 20 or so and not only was it cool but the thought of her walking into that gym was flattering to me. I had no idea she would ever do that. 2. My catcher's mitt that I got when I was in the 5th grade. That was in about 80-81 and it was a Wilson, double hinge top of the line glove. I found out later that it was $125 at THAT time so that would be like twice that, now. Fast forward to this year: My son who is 7, out of the blue, told me he wants a catcher's mitt and mask. I asked him why and he said that his buddy has one and he wants one. I asked him what the catcher does and he explained it to me. I also asked him if he knew that I played baseball when I was young and that I was pretty good. He says with a smile on your face and rolling his eyes, "Sure you were, Dad". I told him I was serious so he asks me, "If you played baseball, what position did you play?" I told him that I was a catcher for years and he lit up. It was pretty neat. I got him a badass Nike, two tone glove and my wife was irritated at first because it wasn't very cheap. She felt better after I told her I would have paid 5 times that, under the circumstances. : ) Skip __________________ Leaner, harder, fuller, tighter, drier, more shredded, more ripped, more detail, more knowledge and more experience - Call it what you like but call on me: TEAMSKIP@IntenseMuscle.com TEAM SKIP clients get their protein from only one place: TRUEPROTEIN.com. "From everyone who has been given much, much will be required; and to whom they entrusted much, of him they will ask all the more." - Luke 12:48

12-13-2007, 04:28 PM	#103
Ken "Skip" Hill Judge, Jury and Executioner Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Denver, Colorado Posts: 13,430	Or were you talking to Sissy when you asked that? Skip __________________ Leaner, harder, fuller, tighter, drier, more shredded, more ripped, more detail, more knowledge and more experience - Call it what you like but call on me: TEAMSKIP@IntenseMuscle.com TEAM SKIP clients get their protein from only one place: TRUEPROTEIN.com. "From everyone who has been given much, much will be required; and to whom they entrusted much, of him they will ask all the more." - Luke 12:48

12-13-2007, 04:39 PM	#104
thenatural Moderator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Just around the bend. Posts: 8,754	no that was directed at you, Skipper this isn't "Sissy's little corner of the world," now is it did you play any college or semi pro ball skip? __________________ weight training and nutrition are two very simple endeavors. In fact, they are both primal instincts we are born with. Too many people are making this stuff way too complicated. Keep it simple and basic. It works every time. Hard work and consistency always pay big dividends. -exmgq Be Cool. Stay in School. And use the code JCK333 at your trueprotein checkout to save 5% on your entire order.

12-13-2007, 05:01 PM	#105
Ken "Skip" Hill Judge, Jury and Executioner Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Denver, Colorado Posts: 13,430	I was headed in that direction but, no, I didn't. It was funny because I was gifted as a baseball player in pretty much all aspects of the game - I batted incredibly well, was known for my defense behind the plate but had a mediocre arm. Had I spent even a fraction of the time that I had in the gym at that time, I could have honed my skills and been an incredible ball player. Instead, as most that "on top" of their sport do, I simply relished that I was pretty much the best ball player in the area and figured I was going to the top, anyway. Why work at it? lol How is that for a teenage attitude? It was probably a blessing because I absolutely love what I do right now and have for a while. The thought of traveling without family doesn't appeal to me. Sure, the money would be insane but... I would probably be in the Mitchell Report, too. LOL Skip __________________ Leaner, harder, fuller, tighter, drier, more shredded, more ripped, more detail, more knowledge and more experience - Call it what you like but call on me: TEAMSKIP@IntenseMuscle.com TEAM SKIP clients get their protein from only one place: TRUEPROTEIN.com. "From everyone who has been given much, much will be required; and to whom they entrusted much, of him they will ask all the more." - Luke 12:48

12-14-2007, 12:57 AM	#109
MX_Ivanko Light-heavyweight Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: University Of Texas at Austin Posts: 882	Skip, being the guy that you are I have to know, what is the craziest shit you have ever done? __________________ I've been a DC'er since I started training, only problem is I've only been cruising...

12-14-2007, 04:44 PM	#110
Ken "Skip" Hill Judge, Jury and Executioner Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Denver, Colorado Posts: 13,430	I am not a very crazy guy. I am sure when I was young I did some dumb shit but I don't think I have ever really done crazy shit. To me, crazy implies wreckless and doing something with impulsivity and not weighing out consequences or pros and cons. Even when I do dumb shit I am a thinker and I always shoot things from all angles before making a decision. Sissy will tell you that I am anything but impulsive. lol The more I think about it, I always liked laying on my tank and doing 120 to work in the left lane in the Interstate. I remember times when I would do 10 miles without letting off the throttle. That is about as "crazy" as it gets. Skip __________________ Leaner, harder, fuller, tighter, drier, more shredded, more ripped, more detail, more knowledge and more experience - Call it what you like but call on me: TEAMSKIP@IntenseMuscle.com TEAM SKIP clients get their protein from only one place: TRUEPROTEIN.com. "From everyone who has been given much, much will be required; and to whom they entrusted much, of him they will ask all the more." - Luke 12:48

12-15-2007, 02:15 PM	#111
fatslob Middleweight Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: SW Ohio Posts: 533	What have you always wanted to know but were too afraid to ask? __________________ Officially declared an Intense Muscle Godfather as of April 3, 2007!!!

12-15-2007, 06:54 PM	#112
Ken "Skip" Hill Judge, Jury and Executioner Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Denver, Colorado Posts: 13,430	When I want to know, I ask. : ) Skip __________________ Leaner, harder, fuller, tighter, drier, more shredded, more ripped, more detail, more knowledge and more experience - Call it what you like but call on me: TEAMSKIP@IntenseMuscle.com TEAM SKIP clients get their protein from only one place: TRUEPROTEIN.com. "From everyone who has been given much, much will be required; and to whom they entrusted much, of him they will ask all the more." - Luke 12:48

12-16-2007, 07:48 AM	#113
BigDownUnder Moderator Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: La La Land with the Newbs Posts: 2,513	Skip Which nutritionists do you admire the most? Which countries would you like to travel to the most? Were you black when you were born? __________________ "This sport is about extremes - using weights you havent used previously, taking in amounts of food to build greater muscle mass-in amounts you never have done previously, & doing the cardio to keep you at an acceptable offseason training bodyfat that keeps you happy. Get your act together & think this all out or quit your complaining & dreaming and take up tennis." Dante For supplements, visit http://www.trueprotein.com & use this DISCOUNT CODE - THA778 for a 5% Discount

12-16-2007, 06:57 PM	#115
Ken "Skip" Hill Judge, Jury and Executioner Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Denver, Colorado Posts: 13,430	The little Skips.... and notice the antlers. : ) Skip Attached Thumbnails To view attachments your post count must be 0 or greater. Your post count is 0 momentarily. __________________ Leaner, harder, fuller, tighter, drier, more shredded, more ripped, more detail, more knowledge and more experience - Call it what you like but call on me: TEAMSKIP@IntenseMuscle.com TEAM SKIP clients get their protein from only one place: TRUEPROTEIN.com. "From everyone who has been given much, much will be required; and to whom they entrusted much, of him they will ask all the more." - Luke 12:48

12-19-2007, 11:15 AM	#118
bankerbabe75 Heavyweight Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Colorado Posts: 1,805	Big question of the day for Skip & Co. Favorite waffle? Favorite syrup flavors? Favorite cut of steak? (can you tell i am beside myself bored at work this morning?) lol! __________________ "This is your life. It is the only one you get. So no excuses, and no do-overs. If you make a mistake or fail at something you learn from it, you get over it and you move on. Your job is to be the very best person you can be and to never settle for anything less." ~ Ann Richards, former TX governor

12-19-2007, 03:08 PM	#120
wakejump4me The Specialist Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 4,308	Skip, you probably talked about this already, but it would be nice if you could explain how you came up, with the idea, to have your own " Muscle Board - IM " and how it all got started etc... wake __________________ to save as much money as possible on all your orders from www.TrueProtein.com type AXW999 in the discountcode box Practice does not make perfect. Only perfect practice makes perfect. Vince Lombardi

12-19-2007, 11:39 PM	#121
bigoso Bantamweight Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 156	how tall are you skip?

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