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Agree. That is why it helps to bring a gun. And friends with guns. Unless you're within 20ft of the knife wielder... There are even a few advocating increasing that from 21 to 31 feet. The conditions for the original test was a standing, open carry, holstered duty weapon, in a retention holster. Not from a concealed carry situation. It was always trained to move off the x laterally, first.

Agree. That is why it helps to bring a gun. And friends with guns.

As much as I agree with that statement, unfortunately much of the world, including the UK, does not recognize the citizens right to bear arms. The only thing that comes to mind is to train realistic scenarios and do what you can to even the odds a bit. Learn empty hand techniques and hanbo or other similar weapon. Those skills are easily transferrable to a cane or umbrella. Then become a hipster so you can carry a cane ironically. Bonus points if you carry a Bitners flask cane... for the Gatorade to replace electrolytes post-fight.

I am trying to trade the shift. I also know how hard up my department is at the moment with people out sick. I have a good boss and now that the semester is over and I can fill in where needed. But, Bruce Lee on the BIG SCREEN. I am trying to trade it though. I won't call out sick.

Thank you all. Now more hard work begins.

Lol. I am a dedicated worker. I also made my schedule change when I needed Saturday off for graduation.

My local theater has free movies on Tuesdays at 10 am. During the summer they show a kids movie, but the rest of the year they show classic movies. This Tuesday they are showing Enter the Dragon.

It seems like no matter what goals I set there is more work on the other side.

I earned my promotion to blue belt tonight. A month and a half ago or so, our sensei asked us what our karate goal for the year was. I wanted a goal that will make me work. I could have said blue belt, but I knew we were not far from the next grading. So, I chose green belt by year end. For us, yellow to green is 2 promotions. I am not really belt chasing, I just know I work better with goals. I normally wear a size 6 belt. My new one is size 5. When Sensei offered to change it out, I told him it is a weight loss goal now. It fits, but does not hang like I prefer. Unfortunately, the girl spawn came down with strep throat and could not make the grading tonight for her stripe. Most of the work will have to be during summer vacation as I have 1 more semester of school. So now the hard work with new material begins. I also have my college graduation Saturday for Managerial Accounting and a second major in Finance. Fall grads walk the previous spring. That makes it like winning the booby prize. Here is an empty folder, now come back next semester. It has been a good month.

Congrats! Hard work pays off.

I practice that with my daughter. We call it her war face.

One thing I tell my staff is to vocalize the encounter yell, "drop the knife". or "stop hitting me." This alerts other staff that you need help, keeps you breathing, articulates to witnesses what is going on, and the guy might stop. Witnesses are notoriously wrong about what they see. This gives you a chance to tell them.

I hate that advise. Then they can get you for tampering with a crime scene. The "old" way saved them paperwork. Now the crime scene guys would get their undies in a bunch. If deadly force was justified in the living room, it will still be justified when he bleeds out on the lawn.

It depends on your jurisdiction. Some recognize castle doctrine and stand your ground. Other have a greater duty to retreat. That means retreat as far a practical. You do not have to retreat past your child's room where they are sleeping. Shooting vs. MA. It depends on the level of force they initiate and if they submit. Deadly force is deadly force, whether it be with a gun, knife or hands. If the force you respond with is reasonably necessary or not is the ultimate question. This can change based on individual. A 90 year old grandmother will likely have a lower threshold than a young, fit male. It also depends where you are. In the UK, if you shoot someone, you are almost certainly going to jail (unless the armed coppers shoot you first). That's because it would almost certainly be premeditated. That's because our firearms laws require that guns be kept in one locked container and the ammo in another, when not in use. So if you have time to unlock both cases, load the gun, and then shoot someone, you probably had time to phone the police and/or hide or escape. If on the other hand you use martial arts, it could be argued that you were caught off guard, panicked in the confrontation, and reacted instinctively in panic and self defence. Much of Europe is similar.

It depends on your jurisdiction. Some recognize castle doctrine and stand your ground. Other have a greater duty to retreat. That means retreat as far a practical. You do not have to retreat past your child's room where they are sleeping. Shooting vs. MA. It depends on the level of force they initiate and if they submit. Deadly force is deadly force, whether it be with a gun, knife or hands. If the force you respond with is reasonably necessary or not is the ultimate question. This can change based on individual. A 90 year old grandmother will likely have a lower threshold than a young, fit male.

I was looking for karate/Jujutsu/judo seminars or something similar to do this summer. I could not find much near where I live. I am trying to keep the expenses down, so I was not looking to travel far. Either there are not a lot of options, or they are not advertising themselves well. Maybe they think they are Fight Club. I stumbled onto the Origin BJJ Immersion Camp. It takes place only an hour or so from my house. They have either 4 or 8 day sessions. While I don't currently train BJJ, my one experience was an introductory class at Renzo Gracie's in New York a couple of years ago. I just wanted to try something that I had a hard time finding near me. I enjoyed that, btw. I looked into Origin and from what I saw, at least their marketing stuff, they seem like a good company. They are holding the Immersion Camp at Camp Laural on Echo Lake. It is all-inclusive and looks like a blast. It is a bit more than I was looking to spend, but I figured it can be an early graduation present to myself. I graduate in December. I also figured Jesse Enkamp's weekend is relative in cost for a weekend, plus hotel and travel. http://originmaine.com/origin-usa/lifestyle/accessories/2018-origin-immersion-camp-50-deposit-non-refundable/ So, I have decided to attend. Yay for me!! Is anyone here planning on going?

During my 1 exposure to BJJ, I noticed the lack of formality. There was little to no opening or closing "ceremony". The word Sensei was not used, even though you could tell by watching who was in charge. To this day I am not sure what title is given to the teacher. Despite the lack of formality, it was clear to see the respect and "chain of command". I enjoyed it. The quality of instruction was great. If I had the time and facilities close I would take BJJ as well.

I hold one end on my right side and then wrap around my back 2 times then tie. My ends end up mid thighish. I also like my belt tight.

This makes me glad that our house was built in the 70's. We stripped it to the studs, rewired most of it, and have the kitchen, bathroom and basement left.

More interactive exercise, like training partner drills, is more interesting than running or stairs because the mind is occupied during interactive training. The mental monotony is the major reason I hate running. But, all that non-mentally engaging exercise also hardens the mind as well. https://digest.bps.org.uk/2017/04/19/10-ways-that-running-changes-your-mind-and-brain/ https://www.thecut.com/2016/04/why-does-running-help-clear-your-mind.html https://www.menshealth.com/fitness/a19519812/the-science-of-running-part-1/

If I would hazard a guess based on my experience... 90% mental 4.95% physical 4.95% diet .1% genetics I say 90% mental because it affects all other aspects. You have to motivate yourself to exercise and eat right. I find it is a much larger time commitment as well. Your mental awareness has to be there to not snack unhealthily, prep meals, and decide to get off the couch and do something. Maintaining the motivation makes it easier to maintain the motivation. Inertia counts for a lot. The smallest part is genetics. Everybody has the potential for gains. The maximum gain potential is limited by your genetics even with perfect exercise regimens, and diets. I know super skinny guys that will never bulk like Arnold. For example, running. I hate running. I do it But, I hate every step. It is the mental boredom that gets me. I have to have my mind occupied and music does not do it for long, so I listen to books. I know, nerd alert. I do this for most activities that require little active mental engagement. I have also found that in addition to conditioning the body, running also conditions the mind. Last Sunday I ran a 5k mud run in 30-33 degree weather. I came in under an hour, but I finished. In a couple weeks after finals, I am picking up my exercise regimen.

But not carrot cake. That is as wrong as pineapple on pizza. No, both are awesome! I think I got burned out on carrot cake in my teen years. Mom made it a lot because it was a "healthier" option. Now it makes me want to hurl. I am not against vegetables in cake, just suspicious. I like zucchini chocolate cake. I am a good cook, so I probably could design a better carrot cake (to my taste anyway) easily, I am just not motivated to do so.

During a fight, you resort to your base level of training. If you train to the point of second nature, then you will find your stances transfer to self-defense. They might not be perfect, but they will be there.

Everyone reverts to their training in conflict.

But not carrot cake. That is as wrong as pineapple on pizza.