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Its unfortunate, too, that this will likely be overlooked for a very long time because of his actions after the fight. But, he brought it on himself. I also think that the hype is something to be ignored. It seems like too much is expected of the fights at times. All of these guys are so good, and in such good shape, that I think these hyped matches are going to be more and more like this, where people claim that the fighters don't look skilled, when in fact they are so skilled, that they don't just pounce all over each other recklessly. They train for months on a fight plan; when the time comes, they work the plan.

I do agree that when it comes to wanting or needing something that one cannot provide for themselves, be it because they don't know how, or just don't have the resources to do so, then it is the right of the person providing such things to charge accordingly. Yes, some will charge more, and some less, but that's what makes up the market, and it may be driven by uniqueness or quality of the product/service offered. If you don't like what someone offers, then learn to do it or get it yourself, or move on to the next in line.

What is the Babro series? 7-15-09 Morning session Combat Hapkido: 8:00 - 9:00. Started with the technique string, then moved to red belt material. We covered all of the material, moving through it at a pretty good clip. Where getting pretty close on this stuff. This rank does a lot of stuff with the Nikkyo lock, and I am picking it out in just about everything we do for this rank. At first, I was having trouble getting it right off the bat, but now, I nail it about every time. Afternoon session Bag work 3 rounds, just punching Knifehand strikes: 3x10 each side, from the position we use for basics in class. Backfist strike: 3x10 each side, like the knifehand. Dumbell punching - 5 lbs weights. Jab: 3x10 each side. Cross: 3x10 each side.

What is the price like on Fairtex equipment?

Hehe, that's kind of funny. Another thing that I see along these lines is the overuse of the word "Osu!"

Hasn't the WKF done this? No, I'm not saying that at all. I'm just saying that there are some katas that are percieved as having a higher degree of technical difficulty in performing, and so those forms will naturally get geared more towards competition. I could take Chon-ji hyung to a tournament, and I have no doubt that I would knock the snot out of that form. I could nail it, no problem. No kicks, only punches, blocks, and front and back stances included. Now, if someone in my division does Choong Moo hyung, and knocks it out of the park, as well, then who should be rewarded? The black belt who did the white belt form and knocked it out of the park, or the black belt who did the black belt form and knocked it out of the park? That's the analogy I was trying to make.

I also think that at times the reverse happens, when a Sensei may have made a change to something, be it subtle or not, and then passes it on to the students. Then, you get the students that become Senseis that then claim that if their Sensei did it that way, then it should never be done any other way, and yada yada yada...

Yes, it can be an irritating thing to see. But for the average journalist, they attempt to use terminology to generate visualizations. Some attempts are more futile than others, and none of them will likely seem excusable to us. I guess in the end, we just have to sort of chuckle and move on with it.

I'd say go for it. If you don't like it, you can always go back to what you were doing, right? Best of luck in it, and I would look forward to your reports on the training.

Did anyone get to watch UFC 100? I did not, but I did read a bit on it, and saw some news and clips here and there. It looked like it would have been a good one to see. Unfortunately, the fights were downplayed by Brock Lesnar's "celebration" after his win over Frank Mir in the main event: http://sports.yahoo.com/mma/news?slug=dw-lesnar071209&prov=yhoo&type=lgns I don't like or condone the way the Lesnar acted here. Apparently, neither did Dana White. Hopefully, Lesnar's actions after the fight won't be tacked as a stereotype for all other MMA fighters out there. Hard on the heels of this story, is the story of White nearly guaranteeing the signing of Fedor Emelianenko to fight in the UFC in the near future, and that the Fedor vs. Lesnar match will happen: http://sports.yahoo.com/mma/news;_ylt=AigATsVW.ELhiP5NjDoIsgWtEo14?slug=mmajunkie-White_says_Fedor_Lesnar_imminent&prov=mmajunkie&type=lgns I would love to see this fight, too!

Yeah, I think that is true. Sad, but true. I know I won't allow any student to do that in any class that I teach.

Congrats on this wonderful accomplishment, Bob! Well done!

I agree. At times, I think that failure is something that attempts are made to avoid in society these days, because of the "negative" effect it has on people. But, it is an experience that can be learned from, and I don't think that it is a bad thing. We shouldn't look forward to failure, but at the same time, we should come to understand that it isn't the end if we do.

I can see the benefit of drilling in this way. Very nice, indeed. 7-13-09 Weights Bench press: 225x1, 205x5, 135x10 I went back to the free weight bench today, and I could tell that I hadn't done it in a while. I hate that feeling... Cable row: 200x6, 7 fail Military press: 125x4, 5 fail Lat pull-down: 170x7, 8 fail Leg extensions: 160x10 Leg curls: 220x10 Barbell curls: 90x7 Triceps press: 215x10 Gripper: 30x15x3 Treadmill: 20 minutes of walking on incline. MA workout Combat Hapkido: 2:00 - 3:30. We worked on stringing a set of moves together. Right now, we are just in the memorizing phase. Afternoon Workout Bag work: 3 rounds, just punching. Dumbell punching - 5 pound dumbell in each hand: Jab: 3x10 each side. Cross: 3x10 each side. Here, I did the the dumbell punches in between the rounds on the bag. I really liked the way my arms, back, and shoulders felt the day after this workout. The only problem is that I need a heavier bag. 7-14-09 Aikido: Aikitaisos Shomen: 10 each side. Irimi: 10 each side. Tenkan: 10 each side. Combat Hapkido: 2:00 - 3:00. Stringing techniques together again.

That is pretty cool. Thanks for sharing this.

I agree with you, on both counts. But since maintaining a rank seemed to be a major concern, checking where organization clubs are located can increase the chance that you end up somewhere that a similar school is located. That's all. Playing the probabilities.

Forms that look more complicated/technical on the surface tend to be the ones that are performed more in tourneys. Wankan may be very complex, especially when digging into the bunkai, but a tournament performance of a kata isn't usually about the bunkai; its about the technical performance, and therefore, a percieved difficulty level.

I see the overuse of kihaps in Olympic TKD sparring. Its just kind of crazy. That, and the yells tend to get drawn out, too. I like to do very brief kihaps; very forceful expulsions of air. But, to each their own, I guess.

Well put. I think that sums things up very well.

Seriously. I think we should try to video ourselves doing the different sidekicks we're talking about. All the text can be difficult to get through, and youtube can be a pain haha. I may be able to get something done on my end. Perhaps I can get the wife to help me out with it. My daughter is also pretty swift with all that uploading stuff, so she might be able to help, too.

RIP

Hmm, Chan in the serious role of Mr. Myagi....we'll see how that works out. Since this seems to be the age of remakes, I'm kind of interested to see how they approach this.

Thanks for the review, tg. I've seen some MMA gloves being sold at one of my local sporting goods stores, along with some bags, and may look into a pair.

That's why I think its good to be concerned with both. And I don't think that one has to be the strongest out there at all, either. I think that in the end, its a total package. Good fitness levels, along with skill levels, to make you the best that you can be. I'm with you on the "overweight instructor" bit. I'm only 5'8", and weigh in at about 240, and I'm not cut, by any stretch. I carry around the spare tire, and I can't run very fast, nor very far. But, I do what I can to improve my fitness levels, both for my MA career and for my work.

Ah yes, very good one as well.