Okay, here’s my take on sharing my “cody rhodes.” practice, blog-style.
My “Cody Rhodes” Journey: From Zero to…Well, Still Zero, But Closer!
So, I got this wild hair to try and emulate some of Cody Rhodes’ wrestling moves. Don’t ask me why, blame YouTube. I mean, the dude’s got charisma for days and those moves look cool. I figured, “Hey, I’m kinda athletic-ish. How hard can it be?” Famous last words, right?
Phase 1: The Bicep Curl Phase.
First things first, I decided to beef up the arms a little. Cody’s got guns, and I…have noodles. So I started hitting the gym, doing bicep curls like my life depended on it. I grabbed some dumbbells, and just started curling. Started with 15lb ones. Thought I was hot stuff. Did like 8 reps and my arms were screaming. Cut it back to 10lb for a few more reps. I did this for like a week, maybe twice, then skipped leg day.
Phase 2: The “Cross Rhodes” Debacle
Next up, the “Cross Rhodes” – his finishing move. Okay, this looked simple enough on TV. You know, pick a guy up, spin him around, DDT him into the ground. Except, I don’t have a guy. So, I grabbed a pillow. Yeah, a pillow. I practiced the motion a few times, trying not to throw my back out. Then I tried lifting the pillow. Let’s just say the pillow won. Felt like I was trying to deadlift a small car with my spine. I mean I probably only picked it up like a foot.
Phase 3: The “Goldust” Moment (aka Realization)
This is where it gets embarrassing. After failing miserably at the “Cross Rhodes,” I tried some basic wrestling rolls. I watched some videos, cleared some space in my living room, and went for it. I basically looked like a toddler learning to walk. Stumbled, almost knocked over a lamp, and then just gave up.
- Thought 1: I’m too old for this.
- Thought 2: My living room isn’t a wrestling ring.
- Thought 3: Maybe I should just stick to watching wrestling.
Phase 4: The T-Shirt Purchase (aka Acceptance)
So, yeah, my dreams of becoming the next Cody Rhodes are probably dead. But hey, I did buy a cool Cody Rhodes t-shirt online. Does that count? I think it does. I even wore it to the gym. During arm day. Still skipped legs.
The Conclusion
Look, I’m not saying don’t try new things. I’m just saying maybe start with something a little less…strenuous. Like, I dunno, competitive eating or professional napping. But hey, at least I tried, right?
What I Learned
Wrestling is harder than it looks. Shocker.
Pillows are not suitable training partners.
I’m in way worse shape than I thought.
Cody Rhodes is a legit athlete. Respect.
Future Plans
Maybe I’ll try again someday. But for now, I’m sticking to watching the pros. And maybe doing a few more bicep curls. And maybe some leg day. We’ll see.
