Alan Armstrong

Putting knowledge and application to one side, the style or system dictates the teaching methods and attitudes in classes, due to the mould making process a student experiences during being educated in any particular martial art system. This is the most notable takeaway from experiencing different martial art systems from which I draw my conclusions and teaching experiences from. None having superior teaching methods than another just different perspectives that work particularly well for each martial art system. Where some systems are seemingly taught at a slow pace with plenty of repetition whilst others being taught at a fast overwhelming level, where it is either sink or swim, both very challenging in their own ways. Where looking back in to my own experiences, all of the teachers behaved and taught accordingly to their respective martial art systems. As it never occurred to me to learn a system to be able to eventually teach it, as my reasons or intent for practing wasn't for passing on knowledge but to gain it. Where my advice to those that want to gain favour with the teacher, is to tell them that you also want to be a teacher, is this not true? Also teaching Knowing something but doing it with humility is a good strategy, do you agree?

Agree with you sensei8 with the beginning of this video link. Something I complain constantly about to the younger boxing coaches that expects students to follow along with stretched out boxing combinations that makes for a frustrating experience for most. As the younger boxing coaches (that I associate with) just seem not to grasp the concept that it takes time to achieve the level that they are expecting from students, wanting too much too soon, where as if the most important thing is remembering long complicated boxing combinations. Focusing on my own personal position in teaching others, for me would be perhaps considered as a type of Martial Art Tutor, as having a one to one teacher student relation with most. Whereas I'm not teaching a martial art system or style but am focussing on the student's weaknesses that need special attention, outside of any type of classroom environment. Aslo not working with newbies or youngsters, as those I am constantly in contact with already have plenty of martial arts or boxing experience. Tutoring Coaching Instructing Educating Schooling Training Mentoring As they are all teaching, transferring knowledge from one person to another. Whereas I firmly belive that teaching others, is also an important aspect of learning martial arts in all of its forms instead of relentlessly focusing on only one's self. Where their is alot of pleasure and satisfaction in sharing, being part of another person's martial art journey as sharing journeys are more pleasant than otherwise on the contrary when constantly travelling alone. IMHO Another different perspective on teaching martial arts, do you agree?

What makes a great martial arts teacher? Can you relate to this instructors views and why or perhaps not?

There being a wide variety of martial art systems and styles in the world, also age difference, are their qualities that all instructors have in common necessary to teach others? Are their or are their not universal teaching methods in martial arts to go by? Wherby a martial art class or seminar can consist of hundreds of students, or just on a one to one basis, would the qualities needed for the instructor to do both be the same? Would teaching children as compared to adults, the need to get the most out of both groups will require different qualities from the instructor? Which groups or one to one do you prefer and what age groups do you feel more comfortable with teaching? Would you be happy teaching students with disabilities or would it be a problem for you or perhaps a challenging experience? As to be called the CI in one way or another holds a lot of responsibilities, perhaps also some wisdom through tried and tested experience, then at what age in your mind is too young to be called the teacher in martial arts?

Happy to have helped you Capella. The Dojo can at times be a place where feeling inadequate can feel disconcerting compared to other students. Yet it is the (Dodo) being the right place to overcome difficulties in hopefully a safe and nurturing environment for self development and improvement. Where push ups is difficult for one person, while flexibility is for another and so on... just try to strive at being the best version of yourself as this is what really counts. This might sound very harsh to say but personally I am grateful to have two arms, even with or without being able to do a single push up. Whilst having two working legs is very much appreciated also, no matter how good my splits are for kicking. This viewpoint has come about due to my brother having both of his legs amputated and this has heightened my appreciation very much on having my own two legs, no matter how my flexibility is and kicking capabilities are. Whilst having the luxury at this moment in time to compare myself to strive in practice to kick like the best kickers in the world, I will forever appreciate from now on having the opportunity to do so. Where 10 years ago I couldn't walk to the corner store due to serious heart issues. As martial artists we are fighters at heart, with many battles in a lifetime to overcome, some might be seem trivial like doing a pushup but everyone started with only one pushup in the beginning. Wish you all well!

Hi Capella! Here is an example of the focusing and research, that hopefully is helpful towards your journey. https://www.karateforums.com/push-up-variety-quality-quantity-challenge-for-a-week-vt52745.html

Hi Capella, how your needs are being attended to. My approach to issues us to focus on them like a challenge. For instance if push ups are a weakness then to understand every thing about them on the hows, whys and benefits. Same holds true for generating power with puches and kicks. Doing the homework and research on subject's gives a good understanding of what and how to improve the issues that needs addressing. In cardio rehabilitation 10 years ago the best I could do for push ups was standing up against a wall and started from the very basic level, from their working my way up till eventually now at an advanced level. Giving oneself the right amount of time to achieve goals, as baby steps, little by little and will reach one's own expectations and perhaps beyond. Mini habits is a way of thinking and doing that instead of taking big leaps, use little but more often, this way their will always be time to practice instead of making goals too big and difficult to achieve. Where having small workouts it is easier to do them and once going to extend them for longer than the opposite of missing workouts because they are too long, strenuous and time consuming. IMHO

As for exercising I can get a runner's high (a mix of adrenaline and endorphins) most times, as this is what I understand as a rare thing for people where this is their main sport. Can also get a weight lifting high but different (feeling really pumped up ready for action) when using the contraption at the gym where it sits on the back, holding on to the straps and bend forwards. Can also get a rush of euphoria when hitting the heavy bag to motivational music. As I stretch a lot, getting any natural high from stretching it doesn't happen, raher a feeling of having released unnecessary tension still feels liberating. Where coming to the conclusion that when the body gets accustomed to certain things with plenty of practice, that can diminish the high but still can feel good or satisfying during and afterwards. These endorphins and the like are releasing chemicals from the brain to help to cope with fatigue, pain, stress even exhaustion, which is something which as martial artist, taking advantage of can have a profound influence and effect on becoming effective maists. As it seems to me that their are many ways to keep things feeling good and to stay motivated, where having a variety and keeping the body and mind challenged is the key. IMHO

Just lately, came across this video. Titled - You Are Not training right. (Re: kicking & stretching) Low and behold (surprise) for me she was absolutely right on, big time! And not as all ashamed to admit it! Exited to try out her recommendations... So much so that I wanted to share and pass this information on to other enthusiast. Having now changed my routines taking in what have learned from Silvana Kicks and have felt and seen massive improvements in my kicks and flexibility in a relatively short amout of time. Where don't be fooled by her youth and beauty in this video, as she belongs to a whole family of martial artists, that have obviously helped each other along the martial way. What do you think, is she on to something here that resonates with you or did you already know these insightful words of wisdom beforehand? (Please share your thoughts here, as we can all learn and grow from each other)

For boxing purposes, their is a unique way of moving whilst running. Where running doesn't exactly describe the motion used by boxers doing road work, as rocking left to right whilst moving forward might be better suited, that doesn't seem to be speed oriented but the focus is on training the body to move with momentum that aids in punching mechanics. Where runners would most likely consider this road work from boxers to be peculiar. This road work (boxing) running style (almost at walking speed) being low in intensity does build up a fighters endurance. Adding some dynamic stretching, limbering up leg swings and knee raises to this (rocking) road work, seems like a routine worthwhile considering, would you agree?

My happiest times lately is when stretching out, legs and all, outside with the guys among adults in a fitness park. The feeling of stetching, releasing built up stress and tension feels incredibly liberating like nothing else possible on earth.. Am I feeeling something unique as a human being, as many around me are seemingly so tense and rigid in comparison? Come on, as working out among other outdoor gym bros (something like a universal language) in the calethetics park they are cool, or (cholo,) with me and I with them, as living in Spain, live and let live is tolerated? As a Brit living in Spain spending many hours stretching, in the park as they (Spaniards) stop nearby (as they are runners) a while as to not get a cramp for a little strech, for me missing the bigger picture. Yes runners get a high from from releasing endorphins that makes them happy to not feel any pain but they have much more to adopt if they only knew how. That look at me at times as an alien or from another world, similar to an octopus without limbs. They (runners) prop up a leg on a metal bar, very stiff (that seperates runners from the calethetics exercise equipment area) a leg as tense as a 2x4 piece of wood in a 45 degrees, propt upon a metal bar. All the while, I melt in to seemingly, to proceed tenderizing my muscles in a position, in comparison to a contortionist. Many times those close to me that is so full of tension in their hamstrings, whist stretching, I tell them to "relax, like when going to sleep at night, don't force anything, just breath and relax" might as well be talking to a door as all the difference it makes. Others however, with an inclining of understanding will take the view of understanding that relaxation instead of pulling against muscles is the key to success. In all honesty, I am not naturally flexible due to my age, far from it, I do however use a few psychological tactics in my asenal, to help surpass my limited age biological handicaps, that is. #1 Pain management, similar to being at the dentists office whilst being drilled upon, with mind over matter techniques towards overcoming the pain. #2 Tension releasing, using breathing exercises and shaking the body.. #3 Tenderizing cheap meat at the butcher store, plenty of massage on the metal horizontal bar, similar to ironing clothes. It seems bazaar at times watching runners pass me by then stop for a little while to stretch with limited results that hardly seem the time to bother doing. Of course movement is the cure for stiffness but runners take it to a much higher level. Now here is a guy that was totally in tune with the benefits of running and stretching. One of my Sensei's that was competing later in that same day in a karate tournament (to my surprise) told me that he was "going for a morning run". As a much lower ranking belt at the time, it seamed to me, as this mighr be wasting valuble enegy, however it was creating as what is known as today as a "runners high" that releases endorphins, which is a natural way of helping muscles deal with muscle tension and soreness. Whereas Muay Thai fighters and boxers do what is called "road work" Does this make sense or relate to you in yout training?

More than ever, being able to "Share the journey" here on karate forums has become more important in these uncertain times; thank you Patrick for this opportunity and to those that have contributed greatly in this way. From beginners to advanced learning and sharing and to continue to move forward and progress through the good times and bad is a great opportunity towards becoming someone that can still grow, in spite of the difficulties ahead. Never forgetting that the martial arts "way" is never going to be the easy life but overcoming disappointments and difficulties ahead adds great significance for us all that continues to advance through harder times than ever thought possible. Life is a test, getting a promotion is a test, win lose or draw is a test, no matter who, what, when, where or how, attitude, desire, dedication and determination are very important factor to consider when training to master one's self. Wishing you always to have great health and also to be strong in your entire future endeavors.

The advice to someone that is getting back in to martial arts after one year is to do an honest self assessment on ones own health issues and abilities. From my own experience starting again from the lowest level ever while in cardio rehab was the lack of muscle strength, cardio and body conditioning, that were seriously affected. So that is my advice is to work on becoming stronger, improving cardiovascular endurance, regaining mobility/flexibility and conditioning to be able to give and take blows without causing self inflicted injuries or accidents. Where having correct form when kicking Thai pads but not conditioned for it, caused myself a three month layoff from training as my knees were not up to the occasion. Having gradually increased training sessions and intensity is far better than trying to do too much too soon and causing delays and setbacks with injuries. Not forgetting to improve one's diet making it more healthier than ever before and understanding the benefits from the foods that you are consuming. Knowing that there is always room for improvement and knowing oneself better can help with self development aspects that need more attention than others. Of course things are more complex than a few antidotes considering age, time restraints, financial circumstances, family commitments... Go easy on yourself and enjoy your challenges as everything worthwhile takes time.

Just want to add a few more thoughts on stretching. For me stretching is something which I do regularly that keeps me nimble, agile and youthful, also preventing injuries. Both of my parents had varicose veins issues known to be hereditary where they have never done stretching into their later years, whereas I stretch most days and have no issues like they had. As in my 60's stretching for me is a pleasure where I usually take a break from it on a Sunday. Where on Monday I start the week off gradually with stretching twice a day and as the week progresses I will intensify the sessions by strengthening my flexibility gains, using ankle weights. Where as getting to the point, that flexibility needs to be matched with strength, for me this is the real secret to success. Before leaving the house I am already streched out enough at the level of sparring or kicking above my own head level, With the idea that, if in a confrontation I don't need to stretch out before hand. Sometimes I will try to get to my maximum stretch level ASAP while other days stretching becomes a drawn out affair. Other days focusing more on stretching muscles or working on the hip joints. Where I belive that by seeing many people focusing more on the bending forward than stretching the leg backwards is also important for getting the splits for kicking. For me stretching is for life that adds a quality to my life add strength and good posture and you have a start to a winning combination. I take collagen supplements and eat a healthy diet (super foods) and recovery time from working out is maximized. I am passionate about flexibility too bad for those that have allowed themselves to become stiff and brittle, leaving themselves vulnerable to frailties.

I don't train barefoot but do walk around the house without footwear. As for training in the house or gym I use waterproof slippers that people wear usually when swimming around rocks or on hot sandy beaches. They are a great alternative to wearing kung fu slippers.

Has Covid 19 changed my training, most definitely. Being in lockdown for 40 days straight whilst not stepping outdoors from home was a challenge and learning experience with no gym or outdoor facilities to help pass the time. However having enough home gym equipment on hand to practice with saved a lot of hassle as all none essential stores were closed very abruptly. As most people have never expected such an event would have such an impact world wide to not be able to venture outside for such a long period of time, as if living in some kind of surreal science fiction movie with deserted streets and business and buildings locked down. Meanwhile focusing on core exercises and flexibility for 40 days straight without hesitation or considering the consequences. Eating more and dropping the cardio exercises, whilst in lockdown their is no room for excuses, weighing in at 3 kilos more not so terrible but still inexcusable. Have managed to reverse the unwanted weight gains by eating healthier and cooking everything at home, replacing some meals with eating just Watermelon. Not eating out and not using any type of restaurant since the beginning of 2020. With cholesterol and blood sugar levels have risen due to decreased physical activities now back to a healthier level, with a better appreciation for better eating habits. The question to oneself being, has my fitness levels decreased, improved or has it remained normal? The only real noticeable impact has been that my cardio level has decreased, including my upper body strength also, boxing and footwork skills have also suffered. Where I should have factored in many other areas also during lockdown, or at the very least to have maintained them. Of course the benefits has been increased flexibility in just a few areas and a stronger core and lower back that relates to improved kicking performance. Going to the gym is not happening but instead twice a day with 3Hr sessions is to the outdoor adult fitness park (most days) 5 days a week. Having more appreciation for this from a Spartan warrior standpoint as not having the usual paraphernalia the gym provides. Going to the outdoor gym has its benefits such as getting back to the simple things such as air, sun, earth, water, rocks and wooden exercise equipment, also metal with railings that are convenient to use for stretching and concrete slabs for doing yoga on. Taking the advantage of getting warmed up by the sun outdoors prior to stretching has also been a bonus and of course getting the necessary vitamin D. Getting back in to the park workout environment compared to the gym scene feels like a process of getting back into the way things were a few years back before enrolling in an indoor gym. Where adding new workout habits and exercises, only one or two a week, doing things on a steady progressive course adds to the daily challenges that makes up for not having any gym equipment. Being adequately hydrated to last 3 Hrs is something new that is now possible but not so in the past as adding the resiliency factor to training sessions with an additional professional fighter focus attitude without music or electronic devices for entertainment. As not a stranger to this park as this is where I was teaching martial arts once a week before the lockdown. As adapting to the new normal is back in the park for me without belonging to an indoor gym, just with more experience to work with. As in the past was more interactive with others in the park giving tips here and their but with this keeping distance between people it just isn't the done thing any more. Thefore it is the time to be the Lone Wolf martial artist for a while longer. Wishing you all well...

Employing the use what you know principle to flexibility: Karate, Kung Fu, Aikido, TKD, Tai Chi, Yoga, Muay Thai, Boxing. They all have their own unique ways of stretching or pandiculation benefits; something that I would like to point out their apparent differences. Karate focusing mostly on circular movements, with the ankles, knees, hips, waist, shoulders, wrists and neck, also stretching while in stances. Kung Fu, focusing mostly on reaching and elongating whilst stretching developing on the dragon tendon stretching movements. Aikido, focusing on opening up the entire spine and hyper extention of the wrists similar to when using wrist locking techniques. TKD, focusing on combining strength, flexibility and balance mostly for kicking. Tai Chi, focusing on larger swinging arms in circular movements and reducing unnecessary tension in the body by utilising relaxation techniques. Yoga, meditation combining breathing exercises with flexibility. Muay Thai, focusing on pre fight stretching movements looking more spiritual or ritualistic in nature. Boxing, focusing on dynamic limbering up the entire body, loosening up stretching whilst shadow boxing and defending.

Lesson 16 Taking the Path of least resistance When you lose don't lose the lesson Stutter, Hold, Stop n Go vs Momentum, Flow, Smooth? Follow up same side kick with punch: Foot jab kick with same side follow up lunge punch Round house kick same side follow up hook punch Side kick same side follow up back fist (Also in reverse order) Follow up same side punch with kick: Lunge punch with same follow up foot jab kick Hook punch with same side follow up round house kick Back fist with same side follow up side kick Focus Technique Breakdown: Beginning - Transition - End Position Increasing Striking Power: Pushing off adding momentum use of bodyweight Analogy between sparring newbies and weight lifting by starting off with low weights and increasing gradually over time Creating space or distance leaping across centre line, using knife hand strikes or with sword Muay Thai catch leg variations: Pull it in let go horizontal elbow to head Elbow & or Knee the leg Let go & punch Trip take down Forarm press & twist take down Attack supporting leg TBC Boxing shoulder roll nuisance Roll with the punches Rock back in unexpectedly Keeping Correct Silat Posture attack trusting footwork Uppercut vs Hook make the difference clearly between all punches Develope Exacting Standards Differentiate Techniques Peppering in Boxing and Using Pepper Spray both effect the vision and the will to continue You cannot stop what you cannot see Use Willpower Only When Needed as a last resort Prepare Yourself Develope Skills Realistically Find comfort in discomfort find peace in chaos KISS Principle - Attack what's open & Defend what's coming Beware of the Headbutt, overhand right/left, flying knee and the spinning elbow that has unexpectedly ended many a fight directly also as a setup for a finishing knockout Sparring vs Fighting vs Giving or Tacking a Beating? When All Else Fails, follow the instructions and advice you were given or in other words use the skills you were taught by your instructor TO BE A WARRIOR FOCUS ON RESILIENCE To learn these lessons it will help towards your development if to eliminate the need for instant gratification and Infotainment: Society seem to be heading in a direction where learning needs to be fun or enjoyable or entertaining. However this midset can have its consequences of distracting from real life issues and learning responsibilities, as not everything is intended to be fun. As work can be considered as doing something constructive that would rather be doing something else for amusement. Things of value doesn't really need to sparkle or to be sugar coated but in these times where we are already saturated with information, whereby adding some kind of entertainment while learning seems like the only way to get through. Being given too much access to infotainment where growing up with instant gratification is normal, where the struggles of life that are actually provided by nature are nesccery and needed to grow stronger. Learning to succeed their doesn't needs to be a balanced element of entertainment or instant gratification attached in every step of the way. Divide infotainment between the work what needs to be done to achieve and the little pleasure of life that are truly earned. Get serious and develope a tast for learning without amusements. Focus and earn your freedom from infotainment and get a tast for real victory! Are you not entertained?

Imagine being asked to contribute to a list of ideas techniques and drills, from different grappling disciplines such as: Wrestling Jujitsu Aikido Judo Sumo, that could also add clinching moves, locks and throws from many other martial art systems. What would you recommend to be on this list and why?

A student teacher relationship based on mutual respect to help each other improve and grow from the experiences shared. I like to look at it as the fire in my candle can light up anothers and the combined light makes everything more illuminated and clearer than before. If my teaching method doesn't agree with the student I will change my way of training to make sure it does, without consulting the student, as my best intentions and interest is already their for the student. Who is better never enters my mind, prioritising what is better does. Enjoying the freedom to change mid stream for the advancement of the student is something which is very liberating, as being able to switch from TMA to Boxing from one class to the next. As for example one student X rugby player, teaching him katas was obviously very frustrating and to remember the movements was more than difficult for him. His self esteem was getting lower and lower, by switching to more sparring and with more physical contact he started getting in to the training sessions with enthusiasm. Lets face it, we are all better at some things than others, this dosent mean that we are better than others, it just goes to show how different and unique we all are.

With time and practice you will feel the benefits, it is something that was natural for everyone to do as a baby but have outgrown the practice. It could also be a part of pandiculation exercised to start the day off with some easy going limbering up movements, again something that as getting older can become forgotten and abandoned. Happp baby movements in the morning are great to do if still feeling stiff or fatigued from the previous day workouts.

Welcome to KF loisgriffin85Consistency over intensity, wherby expecting gains slowly but surely over time compared to expecting great gains quickly. As the saying goes "Great things takes time" Flexibility alone is not enough strength is also just as important and these two factors each need addressing due to them both being closely interrelated. Practicing with exercises that are both gaining flexibility and strength is a smart approach for any martial artist to adopt. Squatting and lunging are two examples with or without weights.

It does usually take time to develop discipline, some younger people are just good at it even at a younger age, that show up at the gym at 6:AM for example.The trick I use is to "curb my enthusiasm" for unhealthy things, that has had a profound significance in becoming more disciplined. What is discipline really but doing what one should do, instead of what ever one wants without waying up the consequences.

Sleep and diet are important factors in the recovery process.The beauty about getting older is that doing things smarter than harder becomes apparent; if wanting to continue on an active lifestyle. As happy Hour has a different meaning when older as it usually implies having a nap instead of cheap booze in a bar. Where counting calories is one way of thinking to keep control over ones weight but come to think about it 1000 calories of junk food is not the same as 1000 calories of healthy food that aids in recovery. For muscles and flexibility, the main ingredient is quality, be it exercises, diet and recovery, similar to the way of an athlete. Where when younger being a martial artist wasn't necessarily linked with athleticism as eat whatever, as it wasn't a concern; that should have been. As not putting peak performance with diet plans was a major oversight on my part. Where losing sleep and partying instead of resting and recovering is another aspect that can make the difference between winning or losing, as who would have ever thought in the past that these differences could have consequence?

These Twelve 2Hr Lessons are not just a random list of ideas, far from it, they are all tried & tested to work, based on... "The best 5 martial artists locked in a room principle" When 5 of the best martial artists from different disciplines were locked in a room together but not to fight each other but instead to wright one long list on what works that all can agree on. The only requirements being each taking a turn to explain a concept of one or more ideas and all must be in agreement for it or them to earn their rightful place to be written on the list. If for any reason that one of them doesn't agree to a concept, then it would not be added to the list. As their being a universal truth on reasoning and reality based on experience, knowledge and understanding, a list such as this is possible. Of course the title is a little misleading as one could easily assume that these 5 martial artists would be fighting each other instead of cooperating together. This is the beauty of - Steel Sharpening Steel With this type of list it is possible to modify it in to many different subjects, such as Self Defence, Competition - Sparring & Forms or Performance Training. Also to focus on one aspect such as Footwork, Punching or Kicking, compiled from different disciplines for instance: Boxing, Muay Thai and Karate... There is no set pattern or order in any of these 12 lessons they can be mixed and matched or it is possible to go in to great detail or just to introduce the idea. As they are with an open ended approach where starting again where last left off is possible or adding more ideas to the list. There is no entry skill level either, from beginners to the advanced practitioner, what does matter is to absorb and understand the usefulness and make them work and feel natural. Belong to many martial art clubs and organisations, their wasn't much happening in the martial arts concepts, strategies and tactics department, always feeling that this area needed Investigating. Here's hoping that you find some gems of information: Where to be a formidable fighter - Diamonds Cut Diamonds Lesson 13 Muay Thai spear elbow Union Jack Flag Elbows Palm up Palm down Thumb up Thumb down The devil is in the detail hand movements Ground reaction snap karate Gravitational force Palm training Penetration Moving n Striking Coordination Cheat step Sneak step Lazy footwork vs Strategic Stepping Maintaining Good Mini Habits Wing Chun touch n speed simultaneously attack n defence Boxing footwork and punching combinations Silat flanking, distancing use of reference points JKD tactics and strategies Muay Thai commitment striking karate use of power and focus Loading up on the opponent strategy to put the opponent in a tense shelling up defensive mode instead of allowing counterattacking Switching between telegraphing and none telegraphing to get a reaction making them hopefully confused with information overload pressure tactic Messing with the left and right side of the opponent's brain to cause temporary psychological confusion just before permanent physical damage There is no style for each body type or person, you will find how ever that some techniques work better for each individual than another. Being exposed to and exploring what is available and what works then becomes important factors as why learn things that will not work. This way each individual becomes the best style or version of themself. Take clothing for instance, not everything is one size fits all as Bruce Lee tried and found what fits himself best in martial arts, now he had fashion sense! This is why all techniques don't work for most people, trying to put a round peg in a a square hole. This is why a martial artists can practice their entire lives and still haven't developed any real fighting skills. Develop your athelticisim, attach the right attitudes and martial art skills. Enjoy the journey, enhance your abilities and instincts, never stop learning and growing, be the best version of you... Lesson 14 Plum Blossom 5 Palms Plum Blossom 5 Footwork Too late Syndrome JKD Pendulum Kick Karate Spider Web Stepping Spider Always Ready Three Hands Wing Chun Silat Sway Shield Footwork Silat Cup Hand Fore Arm Power Cookie Jar Past Experience Motivation Throwaway Jab Throw a Jab Expect A Jab Always one eye on the opponent when using elbows Dutch Style Sparring Give n Take HVLIS High Volume Low Intensity Sparring Unpining footwork n punching Momentum Figure 8 Concept Tennis ball drop catch speed training More sweat in training less blood on the battlefield Circular Elastic Recoil Hook Punches Pivot Punching vs Lunge Punching Lead hand hook pivot rear hand cross pivot Where the head goes the body goes Silat Every Touch Breaking Opponent's Structure n Posture Strong Disciplined Jab Straight Out Straight In Throw Your Jab With Your Hip TKD Replacement Step Weight Distribution none Committment Half Step Cuts In The Middle Of A Full Step Lesson 15 Lead With Punches Not With The Head Punches in Bunches vs Punching Combinations On Track Off Track Side Track Striking While Moving In All Directions Maintain Your Game While Unravelling Theirs Flat Elbows vs Angular Elbows Solid Elbows vs Scrapping Elbows Locking Principle in any order: Absorb Deflect Project The Five Martial Art Principles: Control Access Stability Efficiency Tactics Shoving vs Moving Pushing vs Pressing Pulling vs Dragging Plucking vs Tearing Holding vs Snapping Carrying vs Supporting Throwing vs Tripping Twisting vs Turning Chopping vs Cutting Penetrating vs Covering Bumping vs Banging Straight vs Corkscrew Swinging vs Placing Taking vs Replacing Playing vs Serious Preparedness vs Unaware Spontaneous vs Planning Passive vs Aggressive Spiralling Inwards vs Spiralling Outward Torque vs Leverage Technical vs Trickery Emotional vs Calm Savage vs Sophisticated Exhaustion and Breathlessness can ruin any type of endeavor, maintain your presence tirelessly and not to run out of steam prematurely, always conserve your own oxygen while kindly helping the opponent to deplete his. Understanding this list for its simplicity in a minimalist form for easy access. The takeaway with such a list is that it is easy to keep and refer to at a glance. Mostly stripped away of innecentual information leaving only the seed or essence of the idea. These ideas are mostly self explanatory others will need further investigation into their deeper meanings. Containing no info-entertainment concepts for learning while being amused. Consider this information on martial arts as academic research on a level of learning that is currently available to everyone, including opponent's. The real beauty of this compilation of martial art ideas is that it is the size of a set of encyclopedias that has been written and scaled down in to size of a shopping list. Being exposed to new ideas, just in time or Just in case are reasons enough however... Practicing these ideas for the right reason as they can surely help develop your fighting skills. Tried and tested list. There is no need to reinvent the wheel. Focus on list. Take one idea and focus on it till you feel the power it possesses. To do list. Commit yourself to not just learning them but to do them in practice. Tip of the iceberg list. These ideas go far deeper than they appear on the surface. Relentless list. Look at these ideas as oftern as possible and visualise yourself doing them. Action list. Don't just read them practice them separately or in groups. Anything that needs elaborating on please ask...