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The only one I can think of right off is "The Book of Five Rings" (Go Rin No Sho) by Miyamoto Musashi. It was written in 1645 and is a very interesting read about strategies from an old Master. You can read it online from this link if you wish. http://www.hut.fi/~renko/gorinnosho.html

Drop your self down (forcefully) into a low kiba dachi as you raise your elbows. Execute an elbow strike to the groin which will bend your attacker forward onto your back. Reach around and execute a shoulder throw to finish the technique. We use this in class and it is very effective. Even though your partner knows whats coming and he is holding you very tight at the very least it will break the hold.

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Our Hanshi explains the bunkai of the kata we do in a way that is very easy to understand and often asks us if we know why we blocked a certain way or moved in a certain direction to get us thinking about why we do what we do. Tonight for instance we were learning a new kata and the last move could have two different applications. He had been taught both ways and explained both to us as well. One being more logical too me. He also tells us to explore the different applications of the techniques and to keep an open mind on how they could be used. He often uses us to demonstrate a section of a kata as we are the attacker and he shows how the blocks and strikes are used to counter these attacks. When actually seen, it makes a lot more sense to me and helps me understand the moves and techniques associated with the katas. I hope this made some sense, it's sometimes hard to put down in writing what I'm trying to say. Good question, I'm interested in seeing more answers. Respectfully, G

I agree with Champ. When myself and several others earned our green belts our Hanchi told us that we knew just enough to get ourselves hurt. That statement took care of any cockiness that any students my have been feeling. I have just earned my brown (3rd kyu) after almost 4 years, and feel confident in my abilities to defend myself and others if need be but also realize that there is so much more to learn. 6 months you'll know some techniques and combos but will you be able to react without thinking? Will one technique flow effortlessly into another? Don't be discouraged if after six months you feel you should know more. Martial Arts is a way of life and takes a lifetime to master if one ever truely does. IMHO

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I agree with the others on improving your endurance with running or aerobic exercise. One thing that I would add is when you are sparring don't forget to breathe. It may sound silly but it does happen. We have a student in our class that when sparring seemed to tire quickly. We watched him closely and saw that he was concentrating and focusing on his opponent so hard that he would occasionly hold his breathe during certain techniques. Breathing may be an involuntary action and sometimes taken for granted but it is a very important part of being a successful karateka. A steady, rhythmic breathing pattern will help your stamina as well. You be in control of your body. The student in our class has since worked on his breathing and has been much more successful. So, don't forget to breathe. I hope this helps you in some way. Good luck! Greg

Ok, I found some sites talking about the "Physics of Karate". They may help the gentleman doing the presentation and be of some interest to the rest of you. Hope these help a little. Everyone have a great day and a better tomorrow! http://howthingswork.virginia.edu/journal/Article1.1.pdf http://www.discover.com/may_00/featphysics.html http://www.umanitoba.ca/manitoban/20020306/features_12.shtml http://entertainment.howstuffworks.com/karate2.htm

I agree with Delta and Niel, our Hanshi has mentioned many times how karate is all about physics ie. fulcrums and levers, for every action there is a reaction, acceleration x mass = force and so on. Put focus on only a few though, you don't want to over load them with info. As said earlier, demos are always an attention getter. Ask for volunteers! Good Luck!

Combining all styles I think would be very hard to do considering the many different styles that are out there. I have heard of taking techniques from one and incorporating into the style that is being taught simply because it is a good technique and has been proven effective. Our Hanshi has shown us some different techniques from different styles but always gives that style and Sensei who taught it to him the credit. That's my opinion.

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