bushido_man96

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6-17-09 Martial Arts Combat Hapkido: 8:00 - 9:00. We really slowed things down today, and worked on some of the finer details of the techniques; for me, the grab and distraction sections. I really want the techniques to be tight, so I like to take some time on these things. We spent the last 15 minutes on some trapping. Weights Cable crossovers hi to lo: 40x12, 50x10, 10 Cable crossovers mid: 50x10, 10, 10 Cable crossovers lo to hi: 50x10, 40, 10, 10 Leg extensions: 130x15, 15, 12 Leg curls: 160x15, 15, 15 Stretched legs and arms.

I would agree with you there, Joe. However, I think that some instructors view it as a way of demonstrating the practice of basic technique, and if you have good basics, then you should have a good board break. I agree, but preparation should be a key, as well.

I'm not trying to point any fingers or make an example out of anyone, so please don't take this as a personal affront, DWx. It is far from that. But, quoting DWx's situation above, I think this kind of thing tends to happen quite a bit when searching out the next school of your style. What happens is that it isn't like the one that you had, and so instead of doing something similar, yet a bit different, you end up searching out something totally different, anyways. We had a gal show up that was on the Texas A&M TKD team who was on a few weeks break at our TKD school one night. I asked her a little about what her school consisted of, etc, when we had a break after doing basics. She wasn't very comfortable with our school's set-up, and although she was polite, and worked hard, she didn't come back to anymore classes. She was used to a lot more sparring-oriented classes.

I would recommend picking up a book or two of his. I have enjoyed reading them, and I do like some of the things that he does with his kata training. He also takes a well-rounded approach to self-defense training, by using the forms as his base.

That would have been my next question. From what I have read, I haven't seen any claims that he is doing Wado now, or that what he is doing is Wado Karate.

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Hehe, it all adds to the fanfare, eh Bob! You'll do great, I'm sure.

There is an interesting column by Mark Hatmaker in this month's Black Belt Magazine on this very subject. You often here it said in the fight game that the victor "wanted it more," and things like that. But how do you quantify that? How can you truly prove it? Just because a guy loses means that he didn't want it as bad as the guy who won? I think these are good points to bring up. Have you ever lost a match? I have. But what was the conclusion that I came to? Was it because "I just didn't want it enough..." or was it because (gasp, dare I say it...) "darn it, that guy is just better than me..."

I agree. If you use it in a fight, then it is an "MA" move. A lot of MA techniques might be a bit stylized, and some are downright fancy. But, at the heart of all of them, is an efficient technical base that can maximize the power and delivery of damage. I agree with this assessment, as well. All of that training will make you better, and will help you out. Of course, the most valuable training that you does comes from partner drilling with these techniques.

What you could try to do is get with a couple of friends, and replay this scenario, with live action, naughty words, etc, so that you can get into the mindset for when these things happen. As for what is different between then and now, it could be hard to tell. Perhaps you have mellowed some. Perhaps you have more at stake now, or realize that there are possibilites of weapons coming out, etc. It could be any number of things. But, it doesn't mean that it has to remain that way.

I like your approach in using the music. Very nice touch. And it makes sense as to why music is such an important part of your art.

Let me know how it goes for you. Glad to help.

At the same time, if it is seen as frustrating, it could also be seen as a challenge, and therefore that could be why it is included in the tests. I think it is also a good way to demonstrate concentration, focus, and power in technique.

6-15-09 Weights Bench press: 235x6, 7 fail Row: 200x7, 8 fail Military press: 125x4, 5 fail Lat pull-down: 180x5, 6 fail Leg extension: 175x10 Leg curls: 205x12 Machine curl: 60x5, 6 fail Triceps push-down: 180x6, 7 fail Decline crunches: 22 lbs x 12, 10 Trunk twists: 80x10, 10 Cardio Bike: 25 minutes, alternating 5 min intervals at 90 rpm, then 100 rpm. Light stretch afterwards; still nursing that sore groin muscle. 6-16-09 Combat Hapkido: 2:00 - 3:00. We went over the entire red belt curriculum today, just to get a solid review in. I also did lots of reps on BOB, from a natural stance, doing a half-step to the outside of him, and delivering a palm heel strike to the chin and getting the other hand up into a guarding position. It makes for a good distraction-evasion move, and we use a lot of that in Combat Hapkido. TKD: While my daughter was at track practice today, I did some forms work. I did the first 6 forms, and in between each, I spent time duck walking around near the ground while pushing trucks around with my son.

Anytime, Kez.

I agree. With the proper training and patience, you can be a fast and agile big man. Work the proper technique, and then work on enhancing your speed with drills appropriate for that. Also, don't neglect footwork. As a big guy, it can be your friend. Do some footwork drills, and even jump rope if you have the time. Build it from the ground up.

After looking at the clip again, I feel that part of my ackwardness may come from the foot that I move after seizing the elbow. In the clip, the instructor moves the same side foot. I have been stepping with the opposite foot. I also tend to feel too far away from uke when doing the technique, like I have to reach for him. I'll ask the instructor about which foot to step with. The more I do this technique, the more trouble I seem to have with adjusting to the incoming grab, as opposed to letting the grab happen. Also, our prep stance isn't done with the hands in the typical positioning that I have seen in the Aikido books I have been reading, which really bothers me. I don't like my hands hanging down at my sides, and then having to react from that position to intercept the grab. I may start holding my hands up in a more ready position; not doing so just feels unnatural to me.

Well, I don't see too much difference between the Real Aikido, and other Aikido that I have seen. But, that my limited experience talking, as well.

I see what you are saying here, and it is a valid point, but I do feel that the art does need the person more than the person needs the art. All of the philosophies, concepts, and techniques that you mention are layed out by those who practice the art; Kano laid his foundations, and then passed them on, as did Funakoshi, as did Choi, and the list goes on. Even people today continue to leave their marks from their own beliefs. The arts tend to evolve as we do, and I think the practitioners are the heart and soul of it.

I agree as well. Don't worry about the testing time cycle. There will be other opportunities if you miss that one. I also agree that you just look around and see what is offered when you get to college. There are plenty of opportunities out there, and most colleges have either clubs or even MA classes available as credits.

Our interpretations of Kata are only limited by our imaginations, but, are they effective?!?! Only time, training, and experience will tell for sure.