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More like rules are in place so that when they are broken, its clear to see what the infraction was so that it can be dealt with. Most people are going to follow the rules. Its kind of similar in regards to how locks only keep out honest people.

To me, it looked like more cardio than I would be willing to do, but I never liked cardio, either. If you don't feel totally fried after the workouts, though, then I'd say you are probably on par with being in moderation.

I used to, a little bit, but I don't so much anymore. I've studied the culture a little bit to help me understand why certain things are done, but the language I haven't really messed with much.

Jesse's video is right on target across the board!! Start with Jesse's video, then add the jumping onto of and/or over things. Most gym's have stationary platforms to jump upon of varying heights. Remember what Jesse, in the video link you mentioned, says about jumping at the very end of his video...that, I believe, needs to stay at the front of your mind at all times. I watched Jesse's video and agree mostly with the points made. Interesting point at the end though I'm struggling with how the jump translates to dropping quickly Can you explain this one as I feel like I'm missing the point. I think its more of from a standing position, you drop quickly to do the sweeps or whatever he's getting at. Learning to jump, and then land, and the landing translates to the drop. That's what I'm thinking, anyway. Overall, its a pretty good video explaining the mechanics of jumping, using the whole body, as its meant to be used. The guys is a bit excited for me, though.

10/18/2017 TKD Class: 6:00 - 7:00 pm. Warmed up prior to class on the new speed bag we have put up in the dojang. Been some years, but still lots of fun. Then onto basics, forms (Yoo Sin) one-steps and three-steps, and a bit of no-pads sparring at about 25%. Finished off with a stretch.

I agree. Its meant to instill a sense of discipline as to who is in charge, and a hierarchy of sorts for the order of the classes. If its run right, things should correct themselves most of the time, and the students know where and when to fall in line.

I've got some of the reproduced fechtbuchs. Love them. Absolutely love them. If I had a place to train around here, I'd do it.

Yes, it is! And when you finally get healthy, we promise we won't trade you like the Royals did with Greg Holland.... Sorry about that....got a little carried away. Get well soon, Danielle!

I'm unclear as to what you mean when you mean one kata beating another. Are you talking in competition? Are you talking about the bukai of one kata vs the techniques of another? I'm a bit confused as to what you are asking.

Everything in moderation (including moderation). It sounds like you're doing great, Bob! Keep it up, we're all pulling for you!

Competition can be a great motivator. However, in you situation, Bob, I think cooperation would be valued over competition. Likewise, in the Martial Arts world, I think competition is what first comes to mind, when we could all benefit more from more cooperation here and there.

Praying for a speedy and full recovery. Its great to see this kind of connection between those who practice and compete with each other.

The main thing with a mouthpiece is just getting used to it, especially if its a requirement. If you don't train with it, and then have to throw one in when you compete, it'll be an adjustment you won't want to have to deal with while also dealing with getting punched in the face.

Welcome to KF! Glad to have you here! As for your dilemma, it sounds like it might be tough to figure out. If you are going to be moving eventually, and you don't have many other options available, sticking with what you've got might be the best bet for now. Earn your first dan, and see if anything changes for you from there. If it doesn't, then you might feel the need to move on then. But being so close to first dan, you might not forgive yourself if you don't at least follow through with that. Best of luck to you, and keep us posted!

You are most welcome! Well-deserved!

That sounds about right.

10/11/2017 TKD Class: 6:00 - 7:00 pm. Basics, assisted with forms, one-steps (white and green), and then combinations.

Wishing you a speedy, and full, recovery, Danielle. Can't imagine what that's like, but hopefully you'll be stronger in the end.

I think that's a good point, Alan. But, I also think that its a phase that many MAists go through, somewhat wishing for an opportunity to prove to themselves that their skills will work when called upon. Its something instructors need to continually address throughout the course of training their students to try to quell that desire.

These "handling skills" should be honed in partner practice, with one-steps and sparring. One-steps can be tricky, though, as they should be used as a basic learning tool, but should be modified in my opinion as time goes on should become more of an engaging exercise between the two practitioners. Not quite sparring, but not as one-sided as one- or three-steps.

Moderation when it comes to exercise and training has more to do with what your body is capable of. My daughter is preparing to run a marathon, so running a 5K would be considered pretty moderate for her. For me, a 5K would probably put me in a wheel chair. Brisk walking for 20 minutes would be more moderate for me, at least in the cardiovascular realm. When it comes to more intense exercise, like Martial Arts or weight training, its going to depend on what makes you really tired, and what makes you break a sweat and just feel kind of warmed up. My guess is that if you get to that warmed up feeling and maintain some time there, then you'd be looking at some moderation. That's the best I think I can put it, so I hope that helps, Bob.

If I'm walking into a formal, traditional MA school, I probably would. When I go to DT training, I do not, because its not the norm there.

Welcome to KF!

Congrats, Luther!

I think the older WTF forms, the Pal Gwe forms, were much closer to the Shotokan origin, but as time went on, the WTF made a very visible effort to differentiate what they did from Shotokan, and so the newer forms were designed and they moved forward from there, and also focused on the differences in sparring.