bushido_man96

I don't know that I would ever throw a "traditional" style block to an attack, with the typical chamber of the arm prior to the motion, and then the static finish. The only way I would do this is if the attack was very telegraphed, and I knew I could set it up to do the damage. Mainly, I would attempt to keep my hands in a protective position, especially of my head, and attempt smaller blocks along with some movement, making sure to keep control of my limbs as much as possible. Unfortunatley, if someone is throwing a shot at you, then there is a good chance they already have taken the upper hand; not many people who want to attack you will wait for you to be prepared. Therefore, you may not have much time to block...best case, get your hits in as soon as you can.

Yeah, that is the same problem that I have...a little self-concious, I guess.

I have not noticed any problems of the like...however, I have yet to do a lot of extensive training in this set-up, either.

Hmmm, not sure what to think here...

They have been working very well so far. Our PD officers carry the ones that deploy, and they have worked well in difusing situations. I have the hand held one, and have yet to use it. Usually, if you just show it to them and snap it quick, they think twice about things.

No worries! It was very informative. In what ways do you set up these scenarios for training in class? I am very interested to hear.

Yeah, those too!

I chose other, and the reason is this: the most important thing you need to be an instructor is the ability to teach. All the skill in the world won't help you to transfer that knowledge to others. Experience is what will count the most, and that only comes with time and trying.

5-9-07 Taught Orientation from 5:30 - 6:00, focusing on round kicks, especially the chamber and the base foot rotation. I did my little forms routine again today as well, doing a low rank form, and then 2 advanced forms, followed by the low rank one-steps. I did it 3 times, for a total of 9 forms, and then the one-steps.

Building the muscles around the bones you want to use will help, with both your knees and the forearms. Also, using the makiwara for your forearms is ok, just use it in moderation. After extensive time in training, they will begin to toughen. Thai fighters don't get tough overnight. Years of pounding the heavy bags and competition and sparring all help in the conditioning process. It just takes time. If you try to hurry things along, then you will only bring on injuries and set-backs.

Good call, ps1. You beat me to it.

Do you know what the best thing about solo training is? You can do whatever you want! No teacher telling you what you have to do, no strict class regimen to follow. Just pick something, work on it, and have fun while you do it! Your skills will not deteriorate in 2 weeks time, so don't stress too much about that, either. As the others have said, enjoy your vacation! Besides, the break may be what your body needs, even if you don't think it needs it.

That has been my experience, obiwansbane, but in his video, the judges are seated. They ain't moving too much...that is the way I have seen it at some tournaments I have been to as well. If I ever run a ring, I will move the chairs away, and tell my judges to get up and move around a little.

That is true. Just think, you box for 2 minutes, then you have to sit down, calm yourself, and try to beat the guy at chess in the next few minutes. All the while you try to move the pieces, your hands are shaking away. Lennox Lewis expressed interest in the sport, and he is an avid chess player as well.

I get to feeling like I am the only guy browsing around here that doesn't do a version of Bassai Dai. I feel sad...

Very enjoyable. Thank you for sharing those. Those guys appear to be very top-notch athletes.

Thanks, ps1. So, you move your legs and body around towards the underhooked side, but the head stays on the chest? It sounds kind of awkward. Am I understanding this right?

The problem with the Aikido techniques they demonstrate against defenses is that they are only against one attack. Drives me crazy! That just isn't how it is going to happen on the street. Especially the 'spinning kick.' I don't many who just walk up to a fight and throw a spinning heel kick. I didn't notice any MMA in those vids, either.

I used to think this way as well. However, my knees at this point tell me otherwise. I still think I am young, but the fact of the matter is that some people's bodies wear down after a while. That is really what it comes down to. You want an instructor who knows what your body is capable of, and then be able to push you from there, at a safe level. Your body will wear down, but like a good classic car, if cared for it just gets better with age. Yeah, but even a classic car needs an overhaul once in a while!

I would have to agree with you here. The dojo/dojang atmosphere just gets me in the mood to work out, and I know that I am there to train, along with everyone else. Distractions are minimal, and it is easy to focus.

Hehe, no, I don't have stripes on the pants. Good thing, too. About the only kicking I can do in these things with the duty belt on is front snap kick or a push kick. Maybe a low round kick, but that is it.

That has been around....but it is still funny everytime I watch it!!

You sound like me! I've had some serious down time at work recently, so I've had plenty of time to peruse the message board and think up haikus like the one above. Ed Very nice. I like the way you think...downtime = KF time!

The thing about a street fight, though, is that you don't get the time to set them up, wear down their legs, and then dance around them until you knock them out. Street fights are often fast, brutal, and very quick. Your strategy would have to be a lot different than it would be in the ring.

That is sweet. Once again, I am jealous! Another note that I would add is that when the adrenaline dumps in self defense situations, you would be surprised how fast your muscles become more supple. These are all great ways of stretching on your own, and using stationary objects to add resistance is a good idea. As far as doing the partner stretching (PNF stretches, preferably), you will only want to do these a few times a week. Therefore, only doing them on your class nights would probably work out just right for you.