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sorry, what do you mean?

I didn't have sex for months before my first fight but then I was single and poor. haha. Adrenaline is natural when fighting. Some arts teach you to use it, others to avoid it. Both ways work.

I've done it once and loved it. some of my colleagues took it a bit too seriously but I'd do it again! watch outfor the bruises.

Another male here

I have never seen Judo being played without the gi so I don't think it'll be easy to find. Good luck though.

very useful links. I wasn't the author of the thread but I really apppreciate the links. Many thanks.

If a fight starts really close in front of you then you may not have room to evade. Blocking is a vital skill

Yes, fighting comes from within. Without proper zanshin awareness and focus you will not do well.

Another must have book for me is Angry white Pyjamas

No one has said Sun Tzu the Art of War yet. An excellent "must have" book that you'll read time after time

Many clubs now teach non-traditional kata up to about green belt which seems Ok in most cases. The new breed of kata are like Four directional block and Six basic strikes etc.

If you are breathing correctly a kiai (Kiap in Korean arts I think) will come naturally. Most arts concerntrate on correct breathing.

The first answer hit the nail on the head

Both are excellent arts and fun and rewarding sports.

Karate and Teakwondo are equally lethal