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how many hours do you train a day?
bushido_man96 replied to boyo1991's topic in General Martial Arts Discussion
I am experiencing this more and more myself! The wife is good at finding projects to do around the house! -
Ah, yes, I do recall that scene. I worked out at the pool a few weeks ago, and it felt kind of nice. I should do it more often.
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I have been working on a 360 degree round kick, and trying not to over spin, and get it to go forward and in more than around. I have trouble stopping the momentum, and I am not sure on the footwork. Any thoughts?
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The Martial Artists' Training Log
bushido_man96 replied to bushido_man96's topic in Health and Fitness
6-22-07 Today was a catch-all, kind of fun day. Upper body Dumbbell bench, pressing with one arm at a time while the other arm holds the weight up: 3x30 lbs, each arm doing the weight, and then holding the weight. Dips: 3x5 Lower body Sumo squats: 55x10, 65x10, 65x10 Swiss ball curls: 2x10...very nice...I like this one! The above exercises, except for the dips, were taken from Loren W. Christensen's book Solo Training 2. Abs Roman chair crunches: 20, 10 and then 10 with a 15 lb. medicine ball. Side raises: 2x20x30 lbs. I enjoyed this style of workout today, and I think I will do this more in the future. I like trying new things, and switching things up. Keeping it fun makes it easier to do, for sure. -
Ok, I have an update, and it isn't particularly good. My mom went back to the nuerologist a week after her initial attack. They had a different doctor this time, and they took an enhanced CAT scan of her head. They found out that the tumor is actually the size of a golf ball , and they are going to have to operate and remove it. The operation is going to happen on July 6th. My family and I will be going to meet my dad and mom in Denver on the 5th, and most likely stay through the 8th. She will be kept in ICU for a few days after the surgery, and then kept a while longer after that. I just hope everything goes ok.
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I agree, lortariel. Ed I think that the pressure would be spread out enough that it wouldn't, but I can't be for sure. Also, the way it is situated may have some effects on the result, as well.
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Self taught martial arts
bushido_man96 replied to shequan's topic in General Martial Arts Discussion
If you do choose to learn something from a book, just try to learn the basics. If you can do that, then other things will come more easily to you. Everything will stem from the basics. Also, with the wonderful World Wide Web, you can find tons of tutorials online, many through YouTube. Just type in a subject, and begin surfing around. A good book, supplemented by visual aids available via the internet might be able to get you the start that you want. Then, I recommend pursuing an instructor, if at all possible. -
Levels within a black belt degree/dan???
bushido_man96 replied to KarateEd's topic in General Martial Arts Discussion
I definitely think that a set-up like this is a good idea, even for lower ranked students. I have seen so many students forget their lower ranking material, just because they never do it in class, and don't usually think about it until it is about 2 months before their scheduled testing. Something like this will at least keep students on their toes. -
I found some MA treasures (well, to me...)
bushido_man96 replied to bushido_man96's topic in General Martial Arts Discussion
Yes, I agree. I have recently re-organized my entire library, and I have a book case with one shelf for my Black Belt Magazines alone. It isn't full yet, and I don't have as many issues as some others that I have heard and read about, but it is well on its way. -
Yes, I believe that handling a firearm is a skill, and it must be practiced to be good at it.
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jason david frank
bushido_man96 replied to masterintraining's topic in Pro Fighting Matches and Leagues
However, Bruce Lee never competed. He didn't really have any use for competitions. -
Striking a punching bag is great for punching. If it was not, the boxers wouldn't spend as much time as they do on them. They will help your power, as long as you work them properly.
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Ever been asked "Show me what you've got?"
bushido_man96 replied to smckeown's topic in General Martial Arts Discussion
That is a good one! My one-sided training makes me automatically think of kicks and strikes. But as a grappler, I imagine your chokes would get quite a response! Very nice. I should open my mind some more. -
I hope you have children just like you!
bushido_man96 replied to USCMAAI's topic in General Martial Arts Discussion
Wow, that boy has some issues. I think that instructor does as well. Sounds like the Cobra Kai from the Karate Kid series. I think what you did for your daughter was a good experience, though. Kudos to you and your daughter! -
Keeping my son interested
bushido_man96 replied to TigerDude's topic in General Martial Arts Discussion
Well, I feel for you. However, like I said, maybe the time off will refresh him. As he matures, his interests may change even more, too. Keep us posted as to what he decides in the future. -
Congratulations to the both of you!
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Need a shoulder to cry on.
bushido_man96 replied to marmaduke's topic in Share Your Testing, Grading, or Promotion
That is an interesting scenario you are faced with. I would talk with the instructor about your concerns. He should be at least willing to listen to what you have to say. The fact that he has a teacher's pet like that is kind of disturbing. Does that particular student have any needs that you may not be aware of? Otherwise, it sounds fishy. Talk it over with the instructor. Then go from there. Welcome to the Forums! -
Congratulations, Matt!
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A regular lighter, the rounded ones, not a zippo, might work well. Just about anything cylindrical will work well. A roll of quarters, or a mini flashlight, would work as well.
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Cool, ps1. Thanks for the title; I'll look into it.
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I don't know if it will work for you, but can you get some solo training sessions in?
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You may have a break in your finger. I would go get it x-rayed, to see for sure. If you continue to practice, you may further injure your hand. And you know how much you use your hands, so keep that in mind. Better to miss 4 weeks now than 6 months later.