bushido_man96

I agree with Kuma. Not easy at all. But, being in control of himself like he was, very good thing.

Boy, I love suplexes... ...sorry, got distracted. Back on track... I do enjoy mixing it up in sparring at times. I remember a time once sparring with my brother when we decided to allow throws along with strikes, and I got tossed across a room. Good times. Knowing how to roll is helpful...

I agree. I am a big proponent of the strike-before-lock methodology. We train that all the time in Combat Hapkido. My Aikido class doesn't, but I do get inclined to mix one in from time to time.

That's pretty cool. Not a bad year for Molina.

You call that ugly? It took the Chiefs a full 5 quarters to beat the Bills! Talk about crazy. Watching that kick of Sucoup's curve was deflating to me. But, they regrouped, played great defense, and ran the ball very well. Jamaal Charles is so explosive. I believe I saw Randy Moss was traded again, to Tennessee? What was the deal there?

Welcome to KF. Sure, we can help. But, make sure to take your time, and practice lots. If you have questions, talk to your instructor first. Then, come here for great discussions.

I thought the Samurai did a form of Aikijutsu, not Karate. Most of the Karate styles, to my knowledge, were taught in backyards or small shops to just a few at a time, that could show up.

I could definitely stand to lose a few pounds. Even getting to do just one pull-up would be a success for me. I've done some running, but it isn't the greatest on my knees, but I am looking into doing some more of it, and I want to do some hill sprints, too.

I think that this is debateable. I think that when some aspect of training is adhered to for so long, and then someone decides to try something new without it, it freaks people out, and they don't like to refer to it as "real" anymore, when I don't think this is necessarily the case. When you're talking about the Budo aspect of Japanese Karate, kata aren't very debatable. That's pretty much their purpose. The aesthetic perfection of every single technique in a kata is the lifetime goal of someone that does Budo. Kata, kumite, and kihon are not as linked in Japanese Karate as they are in Okinawan. That isn't to say a link doesn't exist, it just isn't as prevalent in my experience. Once you take away kata, Japanese Karate's kumite, Kyokushin's in particular, becomes more akin to kick boxing, specifically because they have modified their methods throughout the years, and Muay Thai has been a big influence on Kyokushin's sparring. I think it ends up being more about what you want to highlight out of the training. Some will highlight forms more, and some will highlight sparring more, and others maybe other aspects. Its getting to the point where I just don't feel the same about forms as I did in the past. What irks me a bit is saying "if you take forms away, all you have is Kickboxing." This isn't the case. Kickboxing itself is a sport Martial Art, and just because one does Kickboxing, doesn't mean they can't do forms, too. In general Kyokushin puts and emphasis on hard sparring. The kata aren't as integral a part of the style. I never said that kickboxing was a bad thing, but aside from the kihon, it starts to look more like Muay Thai or even trouser kickboxing (blast from the past?) when you take the kata away from Kyokushin. I never said kickboxing wasn't a martial art, and you can do kata and kickboxing, but Muay Thai isn't Japanese Budo. That's where the difference comes in. I guess I should have made my point clearer. I was talking about Budo in Japanese Karate with the statement. For something like Kyokushin, you need to practice the entire syllabus to truly practice the Budo part of Kyokushin. It's because kata aren't necessarily part of the fighting method in Japanese Karate. The kata are there for aesthetic perfection. The idea of bunkai isn't really Japanese. Bunkai is just a Japanese word applied to an Okinawan idea. The kata of Okinawan Karate are the fighting method. The fighting method of Kyokushin has nothing to do with the Kyokushin kata. From my experience, Japanese Karate is comprised of kihon, kata, and kumite. The three are linked, but not necessarily connected. Kihon is a way to practice things you need for both kata and kumite, but kata and kumite aren't necessarily linked. You won't use what you find in the kata in kumite. The ultimate goal of Okinawan Karate is to use exact parts of the kata in your kumite. Everything in Okinawan Karate revolves around kata. You get your fighting method and your kihon from the kata. That isn't true in Japanese Karate. Also, the idea of Budo also doesn't exist in Okinawan Karate, or at least it shouldn't, because modern Budo is a WWII-era Japanese government invention. The Okinawan people are Japanese citizens, and Okinawa belongs to Japan, but they are culturally different in many ways. That shows in the differences in Karate practice in Japan and Okinawa pre-Funakoshi, and even when he first brought Karate to the mainland. I'm seeing what you are saying here, Richard, and its starting to make sense to me. Thanks for taking the time to elaborate a bit. It has helped me out.

Sometimes, that muscle in the hip will cramp up on me when I do side kicks, and its usually when I'm not too warmed up, and I try to hold it out, or do it slow. Just try to warm it up some more. Now, if it feels like joint pain, I'd think about seeing a doctor about it.

Correct me if I'm wrong, but Karate as a style was mostly a form of civillian self-defense, and most civillians at that time still had to work for a living. I don't think they got to devote a majority of their time to the study of Karate. Perhaps they had more time than we tend to have today, but I don't think they did it a "majority" of their time. I have not read the paper yet, but when I get some time, I will.

Good job!

Good luck with that kumite. That would be an experience, that's for sure.

I think that's a good point. Being able to focus the training properly will maximize the level of technique and level of contact.

I've heard it said that those that lose often complain the fight wasn't fair. Funny how that works out.

You can find lots of katas/forms demonstrated on YouTube, if all you are wanting to do is copy the movements. There are katas of all levels floating around on there. But, I agree with the others. You might be able to better focus that energy you need to burn off by joining a class and taking lessons. Otherwise, you'd be better off just doing some calesthenics in the morning.

I agree with not cussing in public, and I try not to cuss at the school, either. But in other areas, I don't worry about trying to hide who I am to others. I respect the rules and ideals of others on their turf, but elsewhere, I don't worry about pleasing others so much.

I also agree that good basics are the key to success. Even in math, you can't forget the basic stuff when doing the more complex problems. Everything starts on a good foundation, and basics supply that foundation.

Our vet has the same answer for anyone who asks, "Will your dog bite?" Answer: "You never know." And its the truth. You never do know what's going through a dog's mind, and you can never assume that even your own dog wouldn't bite you.

Yes, some is good.

See, you site ways of doing them that improve on the original; which is great. That is the point, to keep evolving.

Ah, my bad. Eyes not working. Thanks.

Love that movie!

This should be an interesting series. Surprised Lee got roughed up as he did, but it was bound to happen eventually. But, I don't think the Rangers are out of it, like many analysts have said now that they lost a game with Lee starting. Lincecum didn't have his best stuff, either; he just managed to be that much better. I hope that the Yankees don't get Lee signed. I'd like to see him elsewhere. After giving up a guy like Smoak, it would be in the best interest of the Rangers to do what they can to sign him long term. But, being bankrupt, that may not be in the cards.

The Chiefs win over the Jags was great. They showed me that the can convert when they need to, and that they are capable of finishing. They are going to need to do more of that now. I love that rushing attack!