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I'd say that every MA has a safe value built into it, including Judo. Gravity shouldn't be a factor, whereas, gravity is a constant that can't be avoided; proper technique executes the mechanism, the entire mechanism!!

Solid post!! You practiced the practicality of Mizu No Kokoro and Tsuki No Kokoro; well done!! You didn't want to, but you did what was necessary and no more!!

Mats, of various types can and do cover a laminated floor, but only the owner of the school can decide that. Not many students buy mats for the school they train at because it's just not their place to do so.

Gi training has its advantages as well as its disadvantages, and the same can be said of no-gi training, as well! Having said that, Shindokan trains quite a lot in the various grips, which entails strengthening the hands, which in turn, strengthens the grip. Ask Brian, he can attest to my grip prowess first hand. I'm not dependent on a gi in my arsenal on and off the mat because of my gripping strength.

Great posts,'all!! Thank you, and please keep them coming!

Injury free seems like an oxymoron when ones speaking about the MA in general. But I sincerely believe that injuries are lessened under the watchful eye of a qualified instructor. Even with that, potential injuries while training in Judo can occur; hence, things happen, no matter how careful one is. Under the watchful eye of a qualified instructor bad habits are practically non-existent because students aren't allowed to develop those negative muscle memories to sink in and remain. Students are taught the technical side of Judo, and how to properly fall and absorb any throw and the like are part of the technical aspects, as well!!

Solid post!! Isn't the NFL, at times, the cause of us fans' rantings!

Excellent points! I do believe that Bruce, with his uncanny speed and his appreciative interception abilities, might have not had to be so concerned with his ground game. Bruce was well versed in grappling/ground fighting; JKD teaches many facets about ground fighting/grappling, so I feel that Bruce would've been fine on the ground, if the fight went to the ground! Chuck earned a black belt in both BJJ and Judo; I believe that he'd be comfortable on the ground!

I guess there is nothing new in MA. You find commonalities among all MA Absolutely; there's more than one way to skin a cat....MA speaking!

Please trust me when I say that this book is far, far better than my book review!!

I wholeheartedly concur!!

Welcome to KF; glad you're here!! I dislike training on this type of floor because, more often than not, the surface can be marred, making it quite uncomfortable, especially on the feet. Also, the manner of which the surface is cleaned can also make training unpleasant in an overall acceptance!! My experience on this type of floor hasn't been agreeable for me!! I'd rather not!!

Solid post!! I share in your wondering in which of the three Naifanchi kata's to choose from because each have something to whet the appetite! Would be an easy choice if the Naifanchi was still one kata, and not as it's practiced today.

Interesting numbers for week 17! Thanks for these as well!! How about them Cowboys!! Dominated the Colts to win the NFC East Division; one that they've not experienced in 5 years!! Should Romo win MVP? I suppose he deserves it because he "put out a championship performance" with 5 TD's, to name one of the requirements, and, if one looks at Romo's overall effort this season, I find myself out of reasons why he shouldn't win MVP! I also think that the starters should be on the field against the Redskins as little as possible so that they are fit as a fiddle for their first playoff game is 5 years!! GO COWBOYS!!

Yes, it was a classic Machida fight, and that kick was impressive!

That's one of the primary reasons that there are no kicks above the stomach in Shindokan!! :$

Solid post, and of course, check with your doctor first!!

I wholeheartedly agree!! More importantly, if the drills you created increase your MA betterment, that's all that really matters.

If it'll increase your MA betterment, than train in both if you're able to train in both at the same time! They both aren't alien to one another, so I believe you'll be fine cross training in them both!!

Solid post!!

A very solid article through and through! A clear and definitive look at brown belt. Those who are approaching brown belt will get a lot of intent from your solid points, and, those who are already a brown belt can appreciate the intent as well! Even though it's been a million years ago for me, you hit a homerun with each and every paragraph!! Even though I've been training over 50 years, I can vividly remember each and every rank; some more challenging than others!! Well done!!

Of course Shindokan is Karate-do, but that's not how I read the poll, and yes, I took the question literal. Shindokan is NOT Japanese, and Soke would roll over in his grave if I took that stand. Stubborn or dumb of me to read into the poll question? Maybe, but I stand on my reasons for my first post. You and I are kindred spirits through our style; this I'm proud of!!

After you open your school, will you still be a LEO?? Yes. I'm doing the school part time. I'm keeping my cop job. Cool!! I wish you much success in both passions!!

I couldn't answer the poll question because the style I train in isn't listed!

Welcome to KF; glad you're here!!