bushido_man96

Keep your hands up to block. Use drawing motions to force him to kick, and then use anlges and footwork to get inside and strike. Watch his body movements as he tries to kick. You should be able to pick up some idea of what he is doing over time. This will help.

That's a bummer, Baron. You can still train, though, so it's all good!

VICTORY!!!!!!

Knees get hit by accident/on purpose all the time I'm sure, but have there been any major injuries that changed the course of a fight because of them?

Bushido Man, there is a third option: open your own school. You teach TKD. Hire a BJJ guy to teach you and others grappling. I'll bet if you were the new MMA school in Hays, they will come. Maybe even hire some college wrestlers to work part time or this summer. Once you start, I'll bet you could grow it. Your own school, brother. Think about it. That is a nice idea, Baron, but I'm not sure how feasible it would be. Startup costs, etc. I have run a school in the past, and I think I could do it. But getting a BJJ guy to come here would be like pulling teeth, I think.

Ahman Green signed with the Texans. I can't remember the contract amount, but that should be a good pick up for them. It now sounds like the Broncos are very interested in a trade with Buffaloe for Willis McGahee.

I would say that you need to move on. Creating weapons forms on your own, with no weapons experience, is not really a good way to learn. I would find a different school. Even though the schools in your area don't offer everything you want, you may be able to find one that is good enough unitl you move. That is what I would do.

Thanks for the information, ravenzoom. That helps to clear things up. It sounds like you are getting some good instruction there.

I tend to agree. The two terms seem to have different connotations. Personally, I like the self-protection clause better.

Heh, good point. Kind of takes the "passive" out of the stance, doesn't it? Another option along with the passive stance would be to back up, if you have room.

I like that saying. It rings true, I think. No point in waiting for it.

Well, I guess Randy and Matt have shown they still have it. Congrats to them.

I agree. Do what you want to do. If these people become a problem, then report them to the authorities. Keep friends around you, and continue to avoid them, as you have been.

Good advise, here. Diet and exercise both will help. If you split your routines, I think you can do both. Lift in the moring, and do cardio at night. Between 20 and 45 minutes of cardio a day will help.

The formation of formless sensation... The aquiring of Deformation through formationlessness....... HAHA, beat that one!

Also, with the Thai rules, wearing shorts makes the knees visible, hopefully helping to make sure the contact to the legs is above the knees. Has anyone ever heard of any Thai fights where a fighter 'missed,' and took out the opponent's knee?

Ooh, I like this! I have very pointy elbows. I have sometimes grabbed the leg and punched the calf, but your way is better and more effective. I do this somewhat, but not to the side as forcefully as you mention. I haven't been very effective at preventing the contact. I will try this. Thanks for the tips, Bushido Man. You are more than welcome, Baron! Let me know how they work out for you.

Thanks for the links, Baron. More bookmarks!

This is true. If their focus is techniqe, then it is good to know that. That is one thing about our school and our instructor. We practice technique, and compared to other schools at tournaments and testings, our technique is good. However, there is more to it than that.

I heard that they had the Arnold Fitness Fest spread out over 3 buildings this year? Is that right?

That's an interesting clip, AndrewGreen. It didn't look like he applied the choke as tight as he would have in the ring, but it did make the point.

After spending years in the arts, I don't find the Kiai to be intimidating any more.

That would work, if it is someone that you have contact with. Sometimes, I go somewhere that I don't know anyone who does any of the training. I would think that the school owners/instructors would be willing to accept you in to at least watch, and ask questions.

Ah, may have to check into that. However, I do have 3 books ordered about a month ago that I haven't read yet. Time to get crackin'!

The name isn't familiar to me. However, I know that medieval fencing was popular in Italy, Spain, Europe, and Great Britain. They all have some weapons roots there.