WolverineGuy

If I can add my two cents, I don't really believe that any system has the "answer" for a multiple attacker situation. My style does TONS of multiple attacker situations, but our preferred method is get the heck out of there. What we offer is a strategy to get out of the situation alive if you can't run. I believe that's all ANY style can offer, because there are too many variables. If I'm attacked by several men on the street, and I end up having to fight my way out of it, I think that luck is going to have a lot to do with whether or not I succeed. Sad, but true.

BJJ has already proven itself in ACTUAL combat...thats' where it came from. Same with early Judo. Stop bashing.

Who was that directed to?

God, not this argument again...

I've always had a problem with handwraps coming loose. However, I seem to be the only person with this problem. I dunno...the main thing is have something that protects your knuckles. I've seen a lot of boxers use hand wraps, so it must be effective.

Granted, those things are easier in no-gi competition. But the bottom person does not have a decisive advantage unless he is much more skilled than you are. Even the Gracies, who fight from the guard probably more than anyone else, preach that the guard is positionally neutral.

Wow...my school charges you for equipment...that's it. So 1500 per year is a bit...er...insane. Martial arts cults...what will they think of next?

Never had a problem, just make sure you're wearing gloves, that canvas can be rough on the skin.

How does that gain strength ::confused::

Chokes, leglocks, pressing armlocks, neck cranks, are all possible from the guard. The person underneath can control the hips, and has many opportunities for submission, but all of the limbs are exposed for submission himself. Both sides have to be equally careful when passing/sweeping/going for a submission that they are not reversed.

It is a proven fact that dumbells force you to stabilize more, recruiting more/different fibers. They also allow for more angle variations in different exercises. They also make each arm do its work, as opposed to barbells, where the stronger, dominant arm can push harder and the weaker arm can 'go along for the ride' if you aren't mindful of pushing with equal force with both arms. It is true that you may not be able to go as heavy in some movements using dumbbells. Barbells are useful, though. You can go a little heavier because you don't have to control the swing as much, for presses and deadlifts and squats, that means more weight and less stress on your hands/wrists/rotator cuffs. The cons are that they lock you into a range of motion that may not be a natural movement.

Thuggish, I have to disagree here. Dumbells allow for a greater range of motion, and allow for both arms to work independently, without the stronger arm compensating for the weaker. Barbells have their place, but stick to dumbells. If you REALLY want to hit your bi's, the best gains come from heavy BACK work (pullups,rows,chins, etc...), then you can supplement with low volume work on your arms with isolation excercises like curls.

You're not necessarily at a disadvantage while in the guard. If both people know what they are doing, the guard is positionally neutral. If you have the opportunity to submit at ANY time, do it. While it's always imperative to get to an advantageous position, if the submission is there, and you have a pretty decent shot at locking it in, take it.

Unless your diet is set up to bulk and cut, you're not going to get like a bodybuilder. You'll get a bit bigger from lifting weights, but it takes a LOT of dedication and strict dieting/training to attain THAT look.

I'm talking 55 lbs dumbells each arm...I don't use barbells, so that didn't even occur to me. My bad. However, I'm not an advocate for big weight because most people do NOT use proper form, which is essential for lifting without injury

Jesus man, I only do 3 sets of 10 with 35 lbs weights. Yes, drop the weight, a LOT. Just so you know, I'm 5'10" and 190 lbs...and I'd like to think that I'm pretty muscular. You could cause some serious damage on your biceps with that. Remember, they are a small muscle group...biceps tire out easily, and there's no point in overdoing it that much. Hope that helps.

Not something I'd want to be a part of. I can't check the site from work, but when I get home, I'll look at it. 750 pesos? I'm not up on my exchange rate...is that a lot?

I've done both. Brown belt in traditional, black belt in modern. And both required GREAT levels of conditioning.

Spoken like a person who has never done traditional martial arts.

Anyone here have trouble with the kneebar? For some reason, i cannot make this technique work. I have great difficulty getting the leg out to the side of the opponent, which I think might be the major problem, but I've never been able to make this move even feel uncomfortable. Any tips for common problems with this move?

ACL - Anterior Cruciate Ligament MCL - Mediant(?) Cruciate Ligament They're major ligaments in the knee.

That's...odd. Hmm...sacrifices are valid throws. Of course, I've never competed in a judo tournament, so I can't really comment, but it seems to me if your opponent went down, and you were the cause, that should be at least a half point (or quarter point, however they do that). Full point if it was with control. Ah well...my ignorance amuses me. (name that movie for two bonus points and a cookie)

Definitely talk to the instructor. In time, you may be able to condition yourself. Although, this is without knowing what's wrong with your back or your age. Good luck!

Fair enough. To a certain degree, you never really want it to become a business...I do martial arts because I've loved it since I stepped into my first dojo. I love the competition, I love the strategy, and I love opening up my students to new ways of thinking. Personally, I'd like to think its possible to market a successful martial arts school without compromising the integrity of the art, although I see the problems with the "instant gratification" mentality of today's society that demands a black belt in under a year. As for koreauechi, I commend you in providing a site that could potentially help out several instructors. Realize that most posters here are VERY cautious about anything that would commercialize their system. In a time when you can get a black belt on ebay, it is essential that we, as "true" students of the martial arts, distance ourselves from any semblance of a "quick fix" or anything else that would make it seem like our primary concern is getting people in the dojo, as opposed to maintaining the integrity of our art. It sickens me to watch so-called black belts that came out of a system where they basically bought their belt. To pass off that kind of belt as anything more than a cheap piece of black cloth is a slap in the face to those of us that busted our behinds for years to earn the title of first dan. Rant over.

Sasori, I have a lot of respect for you here, but I disagree on this. Regardless of your reasons for teaching, you DO have to market in order to get the bills paid. While I think the phrase "focus on bringing the negative of team sports out" was a poor choice in wording, pointing out the advantages you have over the competition is hardly unethical.