bushido_man96

My wife started working on painting the living room today. I think we will be painting it one wall at a time, as the paint we are using is a bit pricey. To offset the work, we will be doing some of the other walls as well, in a different (cheaper) color.

I just had another thought today. I noticed in the last book, there is talk about the last Queen with the Dragons that flew North, to the Wall, and stayed and visited there for a while. Perhaps when Dany's dragons are mature enough to carry her, she will do the same, and her and Jon will hook up in this way? A little foreshadowing, perhaps?

I think this is part of the reason they have gotten farther this season...less pressure.

I agree. I am not a big Brady fan either. However, there is no denying his level of success in the big games. He reminds me so much of Joe Montana.

I always liked Lone Wolf McQuaid.

Just keep plugging away, baron. Maybe something will come to you eventually.

Thanks, Baron. I may be able to use some of that.

The product that bearich shows probably works well. I have also heard of people using a towel to tie to a dumbell or plate, and doing that as well. Bridges with the neck can help as well, if you don't have any equipment to use.

I wouldn't say that it is disrespectful; just different. If someone is really adamant about teaching a martial art, and is willing to get out there and sell himself to 30 kids in the hopes of gaining 2 good students, then good for him, I think.

I would have to agree with you here. I think it just depends on the scenario.

Do you think that the lighter material could end up tearing in the process, though? It might. But it might not. I think it would be more likely to just stretch alot and not be quite as effective, especially with a tank top. But in a bad situation, everything is worth trying. A very good point. Have you ever done any no-gi competitions, where you have to modify everything completely? And I don't mean no-gi, but with a tee shirt...I mean, like, only shorts on, I guess.

Welcome to KarateForums, Shotokan Dan! The problems you experience with the joint locks and throws of JJ are the same problems I have experienced in Hapkido. It is just harder for me to pick up than striking is. What I would recommend is just to drill as much as you can while at class. Work a move over and over until it becomes more natural, and then move on. It also helps to do visualization practice when you are alone; see yourself moving around your partner, and making the locks work and finish. That should help you out. Best of luck in your training!

That does sound great, DWx. At the age of 14-16, I think that the adults will have an easier time taking suggestions than from a black belt that is 10 or 11.

You're welcome, patusai!

Thanks for the info. What are swings?

I am not so sure that this is the case. Power lifters train for absolute strenght, and are very explosive. Lifting the heavier weight forces the muscles that are working to recruit as many fibers as possible. By recruiting more muscle fibers, they are able to develop more power and explosiveness.

Do you think that the lighter material could end up tearing in the process, though?

I remember Tyson fighting "Bone Crusher" Smith. That was a quick one. I also remember when 40 year old George Foreman won the title back from Michael Moore. That was fun to watch as well.

An old boxer friend of mine told me about this. He was told that if a punch was coming, and they couldn't get an arm in the way, the last resort was to dip the head, and take it on the top of the old noggin. It could break the hand if bare-fisted. However, as cross mentioned, it could cause you problems as well.

I agree with you. That is why I can still relate it this way, as all three cultures seem to have been influenced in the same manner.

Yeah, I think you are right. I just had it mixed up. That is what I was thinking, though. It was tougher to visualize, not wearing my dobok!

Ok, so its Championship weekend. Who do you got? I'm taking the Bears and the Patriots, a rematch of the Super Bowl in 1985. I wonder if the outcome will be the same, though?

She made a movie! Which one? I would really like to watch it if for no other reasons than to watch it. She actually has quite a few movies out. Here is a bio and a movie list: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cynthia_Rothrock Enjoy!

That got me thinking. Have you ever seen a movie called Ninja Academy? I saw it years ago, and thought that it was hilarious! I may have to seek it out.

This was the impression that I got as well. I watched Fearless the other day, and was kind of dissapointed. This looks much more to my liking.