they are tricks that require different varieties of balance on the "lip" of the ramp. the x-rays were negative and he continued to play. several of the storm scenes from the movie are of actual footage shot during the hurricane. but the working out section pays only polite respect to tradition. plot summary
the story is introduced as a famous legend, often recalled in later years. fig  the edible portion is stem tissue. he is known for his works on philosophy and popular culture, literature, morality, love, and beauty. at the restaurant, ted shows off his wealth and his power. 