Coach Mike Middleton

Every year around my birthday, I dunk the ball—just to make sure I still can and to keep myself accountable.

Last year, I gave myself an excuse. My feet hurt… or something like that. 😂

This year, I had the perfect excuse. The gym floors were being redone, and on my birthday the courts were CLOSED. I thought, “Well, that’s a great reason not to attempt it.”

WRONG.

I had to get real with myself. It had been TWO YEARS since I attempted to dunk.

At 48, yes—I can still dunk. No, it doesn’t feel the same as when it was effortless.

But the fact is, I don’t maximal jump very often anymore—and that’s what’s required if you want to FLY.

I’m glad I did it this year because now I know exactly what I need to fine-tune.

Next goal: get back to my SHOW DUNKS.

Keep doing the things that connect you to your prime, and you’ll keep more of your prime with you.

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