bushido_man96

What you are talking about Baron are what would be considered "true two-handers." They would still be a class of broadsword, but for use in both hands.

I have seen a performance that involved the use of the sheath, because the practitioner was doing iaido. As far as what the Samurai wore, they wore battle gear, not karate uniforms.

And ping-pong. Jet Li said it in one of his movies, "oh, yeah, state law."

What you say makes sense, cross. I have some cop friends that I will address the scenario to. It isn't like leaving the scene of an injury accident, I don't think. But, I don't know if any other charges would come up. You could get charged with aggravated assault, if you hurt them bad enough to be taken to the hospital.

Cool, Tom. Thanks for the tip. Do you keep the leg straight the whole time? Or do you snap it back to kick out?

Well, I have a messed up week. I am working an extra day, and it is throwing my schedule off a bit! 3-12-07 Chest and triceps Chest Bench press: 175x10, 205x6, 215x4 Incline bench: 115x10, 125x8, 135x6 I am noticing improvements here. Decline bench: 135x10, 165x6, 185x4 Same here, feeling better about it. Triceps Triceps push-down: 90x10, 105x6, 105x6 Bench dips: 3x10 Abs Decline abs: 3x15 Side raises: 3x20x25 lbs. Hanging knee raises: 3x12 Combat Hapkido was 3:30 - 5:00. We mixed in all kinds of stuff with it today, doing applications of takedowns and whatnot. It was a good time. Learned a lot. From 5:30 - 6:00, I taught Orientation class. I have 4 kids in there, and it is coming along ok. Had to skip regular class tonight to get ready to go to work.

Let me know how that works out for you, Baron. I don't think not lifting is going to help you gain the flexibility any faster, but I could be wrong. Everyone is different. However, since I have started doing my conditioning drills and lifting more with my legs, I have not noticed any decrease in flexibility, or an increase in tightness in the muscles.

Anytime, Baron! Let me know how they work out for you. I do that frog stretch regularly, and I think it helps, some.

Yep. A dose of humility is a good thing every once in awhile. I agree, Baron. And that doesn't mean it has to be served up by someone else. You can take it yourself.

Lower your caloric intake, and increase your caloric output. Try doing 30 minutes of cardiovascular exercise everyday. That should get you started.

Good luck to you guys!

In the organization I was in previously, a kick was a spin kick if the kicking leg (back leg) landed as it started, in the back. It was a reverse kick if you spun and kicked with the back leg, and the kicking leg landed in front. I think this categorization helps save some confusion. But that is just me.

Interesting. I think the nature of the fight would change a lot without a TKO rule. I don't think that there are many countries that would sanction such a fight, though.

They are great, but can mislead you at times. I have hit balls that go sideways, but on the screen, they go straight! It is nice, though, especially if it is a really hot day out, and you don't want to sweat too much. And the beer is on tap!

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Thanks, Bushido Man. It pays the bills and keeps things interesting! After Germany, I'll be ready to stay in one place - most likely back to the beautiful Pacific Northwest. How long will you be staying in Germany?

On a serious note , I think that most of the homework will come from the classes on the history, culutures, and languages. Otherwise, the MA classes themselves would be like a normal MA class. I guess there would always be the opportunity to do "lab work" in the dojo.

I am not sure if there is much footage of their training or fighting around, unless it is from locals who attended the tournaments and filmed them. It may be hard to find, and pricey if you do find it.

Well, that is tough. I think I like Pinan Yodan better. I would go with that one.

Welcome to the Forums!

Am I really! I didn't here that. Awesome!

I think you should get together with some of your other girl friends and tag along with them for everything. That way, you will have a guide, and can discuss different options and whatnot. Have fun!

I enjoy reading.

I'm glad to hear the situation was taken care of.

As far as Western weapons go, most of the swords where long swords (broad swords). Rarely were they curved, until the sabres came along.