How I did it:     Well I started out slow and it was really hard at first since there are few places to run in Vegas but I kept learning. I never gave up and took advice from those I met on my "morning runs." I always looked up to Sebastien Foucan for inspiration when I felt like I couldn't and wasn't able to do it but in the end it worked out.

Lessons & tips:     Practice, practice, practice! I can't stress that enough it took at least a good two weeks to get down the proper roll and everything else will follow and let go of your fears but don't do anything that's reckless. Keep moving and build your stamina and endurance up first then move on to an actual jam/session. Meet up with people so they can give you tips as well and never give up. Look up to the pros for inspiration to keep you going.

Feb 15, 2009, 01:27AM PST | 1 comment | 4 cheers