bushido_man96

I think it is good, but in moderation. I like to put a kihap on a move to really give it some umf, like when making contact with a spin heel kick, or something like that. I kihap on board breaks as well.

In some styles, I think it can work, because the forms get progressively harder as you go up in rank. Therefore, you have new skill sets to practice, in order to test to the next level. Sometimes it works, sometimes not.

What exposure have you had to the style? What do you know about it?

That's what I thought as well. I kind of like they drill, though. The forms were fun to watch as well. Thanks, again!

I agree with you here, Sohan. I want to learn defense, not how to get hit. I know how to do that already. I wouldn't train anyone to learn to cross the street by letting them get hit by vehicles. To me, this kind of training seems to go right along with that kind of thinking.

Wow, this is kind of a bum situation here. I am surprised that he never tested you, after making mention of it. Its good to see that things worked out for you when you went back. Preservation is the key. This is a good way to look at it, Sohan. Probably a good thing, in the end. Sure, they may move on, and get a black belt elsewhere, but I don't think they will be able to appreciate it as much in the long run (unless they really are that self-centered). They may end up in a full contact style, or MMA gym, get pummelled a few times, and then quit because they aren't the "big dogs" that they thought they were. Only time will tell.

Congratulations. Well done!

That could be the case. Maybe Cleveland? The Chiefs signed Huard to 3 years, $7.5 million. I think he will be the starter before the 3 years is up, though. I think they are going to talk to Green about taking a pay cut, and it sounds like he is willing to. They better get Allen signed, though.

Let us know how it turns out for you.

Best of luck, Sensei Tom!

I would practice slowly, with tension, as well.

I agree with this mindset. However, boxers don't line up in their first class and just take hits. There is no doubt that they can take a punch, though. Besides that, I don't see any of them taking those unblocked shots to the face. I would think that would be a high priority target on the streets. If you are going to take a cheap shot, that is probably where it is going to be directed.

Wow. His movements were very smooth. Thanks for the link.

It does sound kind of silly to me. I also see the reciprocal situation; those who earn the black belt, and then quit, like you mentioned, Sohan. I agree that they are close, and should at least seal the deal. It sounds kind of fishy. I wonder if they have not had discussions with someone else about their 'feelings' on the martial arts, and perhaps this third party has offered them a chance to test out at their respective ranks, in order to gain a few students. As far as their attitudes go, I am not sure I would be allowing them to test at that level in my school. The self-centered, egotistical attitudes are not going to help them very much in any endeavor they embark on, MA or otherwise. It may be a blessing in disquise; they don't sound like someone I would want to represent a school that I would be affiliated with.

Maybe I should! I deserve it!

Thanks for the link, Baron. I'll give it a look later on. More news: The Joey Harrington will not be back with the Dolphins next year; they are letting him go. Jeff Garcia is likely not to be back with the Eagles next year, either. Willis McGahee may end up in a Giants uniform, if they can work out a trade with Buffaloe. And the BIG news:.......The Chiefs signed Damon Huard to a 3 year contract, involving some decent money. OH, NO!!!! Just read bad news: Jared Allen wants out of KC. He wants a trade. I guess the Chiefs think that he wants too much money. They are talking about High Tender, and the Chiefs thinks that makes Allen overpaid. Personally, I would have signed the guy by now. He is fast, and an impact player. He is one step closer to the defense being what it needs to be to make it to the next level, and losing him would be a major step back.

My mom is currently taking post-graduate classes online....she is 50.

I know that Sheffield has been kind of prone to let his attitude to get the better of him. I don't know, maybe Leyland can control him better. The change will probably be good on both ends. (My bad on the Pavano mis-diagnosis...I was doing 3 different things when I heard it )

Best of luck in going back to school, Kez!

2-27-07 Back, shoulders, and biceps: Back: Wide grip pull-downs: 110x10, 120x8, 130x6 Back Hyperextensions: 3x12 One-arm dumbell row: 45x8, 50x6, 55x4 Shoulders: Shoulder press: 111x6, 117x4, 122x4 Alternating dumbell raises: 30x8, 35x6, 35x4 Biceps: Seated incline curls: 25x10, 30x4, 20x8; for some reason, my left arm was very weak on this exercise. Cross-body hammer curls: 25x10, 30x8, 35x4 Abs: Decline abs: 3x15 Side raises: 3x20x25 lbs. Hanging knee raises: 3x10

2-26-07 Chest and Triceps: Chest: Bench press: 155x10, 205x6, 225x4; the last two of the last set were assisted. Triceps: Skullcrackers: 70x8, 80x6, 85x4 Tricep push-downs: 90x10, 105x6, 105x6 Bench dips: 3x10 Abs: Decline abs: 3x15 Side raises: 3x20x25 lbs. Hanging knee raises: 3x10 Conditioning: Stairs: 3x45 sec, 1:00 min. rest Steppers: 3x30 sec, 1:00 min. rest Sledgehammers: 3x1:30, 1 min. rest Combat Hapkido: 1 hour, 15 minutes. TKD class: 1 hr; but I was teaching this night, so I didn't get much of a workout in.

I have a book on Bruce Lee's training ideas. I think that his body type made it so he could look the way he did, along with his diet. As long as you continue to stretch with your training, you will not lose flexibility.

Here's a nice little drill to try: Get a pair of 2 pound dumbells, a pair of 5 pund dumbells, and a pair of 7 pound dumbells.... To start, punch with no weights in your hands, and do the following: 1 straight left, 1 straight right, 2 str lft, 2 str rt, 3 str lft, 3 str rt, up to 5 punches on each arm. Then go back down again (e.g. 4 lft, 4 rt, 3lft, 3rt back to 0) Then pick up the 2lb dumbells and repeat. Then the 5. Then the 7. Then back down to 5, then 2, and then without weights again. By the end your upper body has a nice burn AND your hands are feeling quicker. Give it a bash! Cheers Dave Oooh, that looks nice! I may give it a try.

This training looks kind of interesting. I like the blocking drills, and the movements involved. Taking an unprotected punch to the gut, however, is not my idea of a learning experience, though. Overall, not bad, though.