Martial_Artist

All of them. There's not one I like over the others. Then again, Arizona has good year-round weather...if you can adapt to the heat in the summer.

First there is no quick easy healthy method of achieving those goals. However, with work and patience they are achievable. The keys are proper diet and regular exercise. I do not believe in diets that claim victory without exercise. There's something unnatural about that concept I do not like. And, regular exercise, while beneficial, will not yield desired results until you have conquered your diet. I would first, seriously investigate current eating habits. Depending on height, age, activity level, and desired weight there is a daily recommended caloric intake. Consuming just what a certain body weight/activity level requires a day will eventually provide for fat loss. Add regular exercise and the process is somewhat hastened. For exercise, I would start very slowly. You say you can only run for two mintues straight. I say fast walk a mile for 13. Work at about 120 steps a minute. When you can do that with out exhaustion then upgrade to a light jog/walk for the same distance. (Usually after at least 15days of walking the mile, or longer. Like I said, these things do not come quickly). Jog 100 steps, walk 100 steps, jog 100, and so on. After you can successfully do a mile without undue fatigue. Then jog a whole mile at a steady pace. Usually that's right around 4-5mph. Then build from there. Alternate running days with strength days. M-W-F, strength. T-TH-S running. The strength training will help build muscle and lean out your physique. Also, if you increase size of muscle some of that muscle will replace some of the fat and help with stretch marks. However, stretch marks are unavoidable. You have, in your favor, youth and perhaps those marks will simply vanish over time. Eat more vegatables. Watch fatty foods. Eat meat sparingly. Also, don't get too caught up on weight. What is important is fat. A person can be 6' 3" 245lbs. and not be fat. Just some info. Hope it helps.

BUt who's to say, outside of currently established organizations, if A's 123 are valid? That's where I could foresee issues arising. If you stick to mainstream arts and organizations then I don't see a problem, but proposing it encompass everybody--and believe me if a parent knows nothing about martial arts and their kid wants to attend classes at Teacher A but A is not listed with the BBB of MA, but is valid in his own right, they won't let their kid attend A because nothing he does is listed with the BBB of MA because he's not TMA or a confirmable validity through traditional means. For example, I taught martial arts a few years back. I charged $100/hr for my instruction(in the US, I taught for different circumstances in the Philippines). I had ten students in the US. I am not in any way affiliated with any established organization. I have no rank identifiable with any organization. How would someone like me fit in a BBB of MA? Who would be the one to verify if what I taught was legit or not? How can I be assured fairness in a highly jealous industry? Who would be appointed to the council of a BBB of MA? If they are TMA's I would most certainly not be allowed to be listed. Martial arts are different because it's more than a tangible product. It is an artform and varies greatly from art to art, even idealogies. Who can judge that, unless it's already in an established organization. And in that case just call the organization and ask.(As with Teacher C & 678. The current organization should be able to provide validating information concerning this teacher C. And it's the responsibilty of the consumer to be sure he his making a sound purchase.) perhaps something more of an internet reference site with schools listed and various ratings assigned by current, past, or present students. Also a listing that presents a verified rank of the instructor or a statement that the instructor is not affiliated with a validating organization, or a statement that says the instructor claims to be C but according to C Organization is not.Something like would be a better option than a Bureau designated to regulate the industry, act as a reporting agency, and as enforcement. Just my thoughts. All in all, though, I do see your good intentions. And I'm not putting those ideals down. Like I said maybe a reference site might be a better option, with personal ratings versus bureacratical reporting/validating. In any case I don't teach for profit anymore and it wouldn't concern me, personally. However, the thoughts just entered my mind if something like a BBB of MA existed when I did teach....

So, I, Teacher A starts school B, an invented system. I am the highest rank in School B because I founded the martial art. I am the head of Organization B that oversees my other schools. Who verifies my rank? Who invalidates it? School B is not TMA. Who's going to tell Teacher A that his school isn't legit, even if it is? School B is not associated with other established organizations because it is not of their organizations. Who says School B is legit or not? A Teacher from School Z who happens to be a member of Established Organization C? Obviously Teacher Z will not like Teacher A because A is teaching something Z dislikes--i.e. not TMA. Teacher A may have had very little "formal" training. Who is Teacher Z to say Teacher A isn't a good MA or teacher? I don't see it working. I wouldn't want it to exist. I don't think it's a good idea. The MA are not about politics or whether or not your teacher/instructor is validated by some organization. If you cannot do the research to find out what is valid or not and take what is given to you at face value you should pursue another 'hobby'. Besides I have seen plenty of "validated" instructors from "registered" organizations who I felt couldn't fight their way out of a plastic bag. Validation from an organization does not imply skill, knowldge, or competency. Just my thoughts. p.s. I'm not trying to be abrasive, nor begin an argument. Just merely sharing my thoughts on the issue.

Seen it twice.

WHAT THE CAPITAL F!!!!! They don't use UHF converters anymore? When did this happen??? Whipper-snappers!!!!!

Yup, cross train is what I do. Two different types of conditioning, both with excellent benefits.

HAHA, nope not a jumprope salesperson. Not even close.

"Evil triumphs when good men do nothing." "Every man must come to understand the value of freedom. Then, he must come to learn that such a thing is worth fighting for, even dying for." "All men must eventually reach the point in their lives where they must make a choice. Where they must choose who they are and what they will do with the life they have left to live. Most men never reach this point until they have spent the precious moments of their life and have reached the end of their mortal sojourn. When will you?"

Pushing through anything doesn't generate more power. Hitting through something does.

Jumping rope will get one into shape as good as running. Here are some info and links: "...An unparalleled all-around workout, rope jumping strengthens the heart, muscles, and bones, promotes leanness and improves agility, coordination, timing, rhythm, and explosive power on both sides of the body. ...jumping rope burns about 200 calories in 15 minutes--with some variation depending on how fast you go and how much you weigh. And despite concerns that jumping rope is hard on the joints, "it's easier on the knees and hips than running," Solis says, "since you land on the balls of your feet so the calves and shins absorb and control the impact."" http://familyfun.go.com/yourtime/fitness/feature/dony0601bwks_jump/dony0601bwks_jump.html "It is safe and effective for each and every body type. It is the BEST exercise to rid your body of "cellulite," especially in the lower body. It is the BEST exercise to reshape and make your calves and ankles smaller. It is one of the only exercises that can help eliminate "saddle bags," by jumping with certain techniques / footwork. Click here for different types of footwork. It is a total body workout, utilizing almost every major muscle group, as it works upper and lower body simultaneously. It burns more calories than most aerobic activities like walking, jogging, etc. " http://www.exude.com/jumprope.html#benefits "Question: I'm trying to integrate a new exercise. Will jumping rope help me lose weight? Answer: In 15 minutes of jumping, you can burn 150-200 calories - a high number equivalent to running at an 8- to 10-minute mile pace. As a beginner, don't attempts to jump for 15 consecutive minutes. Instead, do intervals. For instance, jump for 30 seconds, then walk for a minute or two (or until your heart rate recovers) and then jump again for 30 seconds. As you become more fit, gradually increase the length of your jumping intervals and decrease the length of your ""active rest."" To keep your injuries low, only jump about an inch off the ground, and keep your knees bent when you land. " http://www.shape.com/new/expert/exercise.html "Jumping rope is one of the most efficient methods of cardio training. Jumping rope for 10 minutes at a moderate pace is the equivalent to running one mile in 12 minutes, cycling 2 miles in six minutes, swimming a quarter mile in 12 minutes, two sets of tennis or playing an 18-hole golf course." http://www.thesportsauthority.com/product/index.jsp?productId=1201439&cp=710956.693970&clickid=mainnav_browse_txt&parentPage=family However, jumping rope has its place. It should be a part of a regular workout program, not the staple. Hope that helps.

Baked turkey, mesquite grilled turkey, mashed potatoes, pea caserole, dressing, cranberry sauce(the berry kind), carrots & corn, gravy, deviled eggs, fruit salad, croissants, pumpkin pies and apple pies. The one thing we didn't get to this year was filipino grilled chicken.

Check out the STICKYs on stretching. They're at the top of the Health Forums.

Happy Birthday Patrick and KF.

As for the Philippines, I don't think it ever happened that way seeing as how difficult it is for a Filipino citizen to acquire a visa of any type to enter the US. I lived in the Philippines until 2002. Been back almost two years. I taught martial arts, among other things. I would have to say that the sort of pride and animosity described isn't true over the whole. There might be a couple of students that are aggressive. But as a whole most Filipinos don't even know of a school where any martial is taught. Most of the teaching is from someone they know who learned from someone else who learned from someone else, etc. Formally organized schools are rare, even in Manila. I know of 1 in the Cubao, Quezon City region. A couple in Makati. Maybe two in Manila. 1, that went out of business, in Quiapo. There is 1 arnis school near Sampaloc. Anyways, about the 'karate-wars' those have always happened. Not so much today. But back in the day, stemming from asia to the US, schools would duel to determine who was the best. As for historical data, I have none. No records were kept. It was all word of mouth. However, a few of my older teacher friends were participants and first hand witness to some. Outside of their word, which I believe, I can't prove the other stories--and they may just be that: stories. As for why they did that...well, the warrior spirit of the martial artist was more stressed in the primary days of martial arts. Today you find schools focus more on the spiritual side of martial arts. Therefore, the aggression is reduced because the fight is not so much stressed, as is friendly martial arts competition.

Uh, chinese martial arts are not where all martial arts stem from. But, as to what the chinese arts are famous for. From my experience the chinese arts are more known for being internal arts than external. That's the general sterotype. While there are external arts, I'm sure. The stress is more on the internal martial artist.

HADES I don't believe in Karma. I don't do bad things, but not only because of consequece.

Having lived in the Philippines, particularly, for several years, I can concur that the majority of fights(that I was witness to and participant in) ended with a blow to the head, neck area.

Knock some sense into the punk. I have always advocated that people need to learn the boundaries of acceptable behaviour. The parents of this kid have obviously failed in rearing a healthy component of society. Somewhere he must learn that such behavior is not to be tolerated and that consequences follow such behavior. It is this very p*ssyfooting around certain problems of our society that have let those problems grow exponentially. As a young man, every bully got what was his. Did it change him? Did it make them a better person? I don't think in any one single case that happened. Instead, it showed them that they will not always be the bully and it is best to use discretion in their useless acts. Tell him to stop. Give him the verbal warning. If he persists, SMACK HIM UPSIDE THE HEAD. IF he wants to continue stand firm and let him know that you will not tolerate being verbally abused. Because that is what it is: verbal abuse. You sound young, this doesn't sound serious, but it does require, no it demands action. Violence is not an answer it is a tool. And in this sense it is not mere violence it is a tool of discipline and justice. What a perfect world it would be if everyone just treated others like they want to be treated! Sadly, that world is not this world. Violence, in the sense of the word, is unwanton, senseless, but defense. Defense is justifiable, necessary, and righteous. THERE IS NOT A SINGLE PERSON WITHIN EARSHOT THAT NEEDS TO HUMBLY BOW THEIR HEADS AND TAKE A VERBAL TONGUE LASHING. Every single person deserves better than that. All men created equal. All men treated equal. If this guy doesn't stop when you ask him sternly, then WHACK him when he does it again. You don't have to kill the guy, just hit hard enough to let him know that you mean business and that you don't appreciate being degraded like that. I would hope that every single martial artist recognizes the need to defend the weak. We do not live in such a pessimistic world so that the needs of our neighbors are irrelevant or useless. I would also hope that every single martial artist who sees someone being picked on, abused, beaten, etc., has the sense within them to do something about it. Rather than "tuck tail" and "not get involved." You may think that when evil comes knocking at your door that your fellowman will come to save you. Reality says otherwise. Why? Because good men do nothing.

It does feel weird hitting a bag while holding the weight. Which is why I recommended eventually dropping them to practice hitting with a fully closed wrist. I really like using ankle weights wrapped around your wrist, or wrist weights when hitting a heavy bag. I like free weights for going through the motions. Weighted resistance against gravity is a good way to develop strength in the muscles you need for speed. To develop power in your punches it is imperative to hit a heavy bag and develop proper form.

Yes. Bring it back to topic.

::EDIT:: Bad mood...deleting content. Not that important anyways. MA.

It's good and all, it's just that I haven't encountered such a structured fight since school. Every fight I've been in did not allow time for the luxuries allotted in your post. I was either flat-out attacked or flat-out attacked. Pushing? I think this really only happens between people that know each other or are fighting because of a disagreement. The traditional c*ckfight. With an attacker you do not know, or one solely intent on harm or 'robbery' you might not encounter them verbally assaulting you, then pushing you, then trying to hit you. Aside from that I really like 1,2,9,and 10. These govern our actions rather than reactions and that really is the place a martial artist wants to be...in the place of action. Good post. It's good to lget martial artists thinking about their actions before they actually have those experiences.

Excellent information, Don. I would just like to add one more thing to your post. Forgive me for destroying this quote, but it goes something like this: For some who might not know what COM means it means, "Center of Mass". Meaning the torso, or center of mass of whatever of it is you are shooting at. As for handgun caliber effectiveness, there is an old saying that goes something like this, "The 'novice' argues 9mm vs .45ACP. The 'expert' shoots nothing less than a .45ACP. But the 'master' realizes that when God wants someone dead he uses a RIFLE". I'll let the audience figure that one out. BTW, I hope I never have to pull a chunk of glass out of my forearm.

I think it looks good.