bushido_man96

I haven't worked with enough "bunkai" types of applications to know for sure. I do see value in it for takedowns and perhaps releases. Reference answer above. I'd say I've used it outside of forms work, but not in the same stance structures, necessarily. Some things in Aikido tend to lend themselves to that kind of motion.

I'm not convinced that the "yes sirs" are there to command respect. Its just the nature of many of the types of schools. It has more to do with the discipline aspect of it than the respect aspect of it, I think. I can sir people all day long; it doesn't equate to respect.

Very awesome! Well done!

I don't know if would necessarily be a McDojo. He may have some good intentions, but just doesn't realize that the way of going about achieving his goals might be a tad ineffective.

Red flags, red flags, bells and whistles and sirens going off in my head! I'd leave that place and not go back. If your techniqes are sound, I don't see any reason to change how you do them. If the way you do them is good, then you should be able to work within their system, I would think. I'd look to some other location.

Indeed XD To say that it is a style is to say that it has specific rules and forms that absolutely must be adhered to- but that's exactly what he was trying to be rid of. If you read Lee's writings, however, you do see that he did have a core group of concepts that he tended to stick with. The idea was to have sound concepts, and train the concepts in such a way that they were not bound by specific techniques.

I don't think you have to wait. Even in Aikido, if you have determined that you cannot avoid a confrontation, then there are ways to generate the energy needed to perform a technique prior to being punched at, kicked at, or grabbed.

Agreed. Don't want to confuse the two. As for doing "better than your best..." Tough one here, pretty much semantics, for me. Your best is what you are a that moment in time; training is what gets you there and over. So, do your best, train harder, and your "best" tomorrow or next year should be better than it was.

I agree here. This can come from just about any kind of atheltic training, as well. Being in the MA circles, many of us see things like this, and are thankful for our MA training, seeing as it helped us. Just being in some kind of athletics, learning how to move and get into athletic positions, are helpful with many of these kinds of instances.

Our school takes about 2 and a half years of consistent training, not missing any testings, to get to black belt level. Then time spaces out more between each black belt testing. Knowledge of technique, and how to relate that knowledge, come into play. Proper technique is important, as the black belt is an example for the others.

Every style/school/dojo has a lineage. Just like how everyone has a family tree. That's really all it is. Some look at is as just a way to see where what they do came from, and others like to use it as a display of pedigree.

I think you've made a lot of good points here, LiverPunch. Like you, I'm not terribly attached to the Eastern ideals that tend to be packaged with most Martial Arts (and a nice rundown of the real Samurai, by the way...). I don't think its right to have to live in fear of going somewhere. But, I do think it is prudent to evaluate whether or not going a certain place is worth the risk/reward of doing so. But, once one has evaluated and made the decision, then by all means, proceed. Along with this decision, though, is accountability. I don't mean that because someone goes through a bad neighborhood and gets assaulted, that they go what they deserved...I don't mean that at all. I just wouldn't expect such a person to act surprised about it if it happened. I think part of what you discussed here becomes so because the bad people of the world start kind of claiming territory by acting in such ways that they know others will stay away due to the fear of what may come. Self-preservation is paramount to survival, and avoidance is a great path to self-preservation. I guess, after going on in a round-about fashion here, I would say that after what you've revealed about your personality and beliefs, that I'd still view you as a Martial Artist regardless.

I think light gloves is the way to go. I have considered going to wraps, as well, but have not yet. It will also depend on how heavy the bag is. I got a heavier one recently, and I can tell when I punch on it. There was a time when I would shun the use of gloves as much as possible, but now, since I kind of rely on the use of my hands for work, I like to save and protect them when I can.

This is about as close as I would put a definition on it. I don't worry about whether or not it comes from a recognized association, though. What Itosu taught Funakoshi didn't come from a recognized association that I can remember, so I'd take that portion out of the equation.

Learning to cook isn't so bad. I hate to cook, but can do it from time to time. Get a cook book, and try out some easy recipies first, then as you get better, try more complex things (kind of like the Martial Arts...). Perhaps you'll end up taking over the cooking duties of the house, and help everyone eat a bit better....

That's really it: outputs must be greater than inputs. So, you can reduce your calorie intake and do the same things, eat the same things and increase your output (workload/exercise), or you can both increase your workout and decrease your caloric intake.

I've heard some say its good to sweat out a cold. I don't know if this is true or not, so don't take my advise on it. But, if you would choose to train while sick, do it solo, so as not to infect others. I do agree that rest is probably the best way to get it through your system.

Well, here's the thing: a good personal trainer will go to you and adapt to your goals and any injuries you might have or develop, P90X cannot. Further, P90X costs a $140 (including shipping). If you knew a good personal trainer, they might be willing to develop a workout system you can do in your living room with what you have available to you for $50-60. And I'd surprised if KF didn't have more than one certified personal trainer. I just offered it as a suggestion. I know there are other good resources out there, too. Just one suggestion.

And, I'm back. Hopefully... 6/9/2011 Use-of-force training: 1:00 - 3:00 pm. With sim rounds for the department. Good time! Learned some stuff, and have some things I noted to myself to work on. TKD class: 6:00 - 7:00 pm. Pretty much a black belt class. We did Chon Ji hyung through Jung Gun hyung (7 forms total), plus 4 black belt basic sets. Stretch: splits, left and right, seated straddle, quads, hip flexors. My legs felt strong at class, especially in the stances. All that squatting is paying off. I felt more connected through my core and to the floor. My legs did fatigue, though, too. I think that will adjust soon, too. 6/10/2011 SL 5x5A Squats: warmup: 45x5x2, 115x5, 135x5, 155x3, 175x2 work: 210x5x5 Bench press: warmup: 45x5x2, 95x5, 125x3, 135x2 work: 165x5x5 Barbell rows: warmup: 65x5x2, 85x3 work: 105x5x5 Stretch: standing quads, bar side kicks. 6/12/2011 Stretch: butterfly, glutes, hamstrings, toe touches, all seated on a bench. 6/13/2011 SL 5x5B Squats: warmup: 45x5x2, 115x5, 135x5, 155x3, 175x2 work: 215x5x5 Overhead press: warmup: 45x5x2, 55x3, 65x5 work: 85x5x5 Dead lift: warmup: 65x5x2, 105x3, 125x2 work: 200x5 Stretch: standing quads, standing toe touches, butterfly, glutes, reverse hurdler, sit and reach, hip flexors, front and side kick bar stretches. 6/14/2011 Pre class: Black belt basics 1-4, Se Jong. TKD class: 6:00 - 7:00 pm. Basics, form, assisted with one-steps, and got thrown to the wolves to spar 3 on 1; me vs. 3 kids. Intimidation is a reliable tool. Stretch: splits, left and right, butterfly, glutes, frog stretches, sit and reach. Felt really terrible this night.

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Welcome to KF, Paul.

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I agree, as well. The other things they may ask, for you to give up your weapon, I won't do that either. Nothing good will happen after that.

We do what I would refer to as elbow strikes after the initial movement. They are referred to as punches over the shoulder, but I prefer the elbow strikes coming back. Also, if one of those arms are still up there, then you can grab that arm using that elbow strike/punching motion, and work from there.