bushido_man96

It is going to depend on the skill level of the fighters involved. I don't believe that one culture's 'style' is superior to the other.

I can't view it yet. Who won?

I say make your own decisions based off what you want to do to improve yourself. If you want to pay the insane amount, then go for it. If not, then don't. If there is a higher up you can talk to about the situation, then I would do that, if you think it may help. Otherwise, it may just be time to get out.

Thanks again, ive read alot of Iain's articles in the past. You are welcome!

I have also seen a book put out by Turtle Press, called Boxing, the American Martial Art. Has anyone read it, or know anything about it or the author? I have bought many books through Turtle Press, and have been eyeing this one for quite some time, but haven't bought it yet.

I am curious as well. I have heard it mentioned, but I don't think I have ever seen it.

Also, check this thread, on pg. 9; books by Ian Abernethey: http://www.karateforums.com/viewtopic.php?t=8082 He also has a web site, and has done a lot of work with applying forms to fighting.

Here is a link to a thread that I ran on the subject a while back: http://www.karateforums.com/viewtopic.php?t=28725&start=0&postdays=0&postorder=asc&highlight= Give a look; it may be of some use. I too had some of the same questions you had.

Alright!!!!!!!!!!!! For once, the stars align, the universe is in order, and everything falls into place! With the Denver loss in OT to the San Francisco 49ers, the Chiefs get into the playoffs!!! The Chiefs will play at Indianapolis on Saturday afternoon, 3:30. The Chiefs have a great running game, and the Colts are not very strong when it comes to stopping the run, so they do have a chance. I am so excited; I haven't watched a meaningful game in January in over 3 years, I think! A side note to winning the game, Larry Johnson set a new NFL record for most rushing attempts in a season, and also seat a new Chiefs record for rushing yards in a season, beating his own mark from last season. Just imagine if Willie Roaf, who could block the sun if he wanted to, wouldn't have retired.....2000 yards??? Maybe??

Hey, thanks, Sohan! I was going to watch that game, but I needed to get some sleep to be to work tonight. I thought it was the evening game, but oh well. It all worked out, didn't it! I am so excited! Go Chiefs, go Chiefs! Yea!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I have a rather interesting experience to share. When I was 17, my family moved to Atlanta. I got a job at the local McDonalds, and the first night I was working, my car wouldn't start, so the assistant manager offered to give me a lift home. We had a pleasant conversation, and he told me about his girlfriend, his family in Illinois, and where to go for fun in Atlanta. Nothing out of the ordinary. The following night he showed up at a manager's meeting with a bandage on his hand, seeming out of sorts. The day after that he didn't show up for his regular shift, and we discovered later that day that he was being eagerly sought by the police for a brutal murder that had occurred the previous evening at his apartment complex. To make a long story short, he eventually was caught and convicted for the murder of his secret boyfriend (and disposing of the body in a very Dahmer-esque fashion) and he remained on death row for nearly 21 years until he was executed in Georgia in 2005. I left McDonalds after only a month. I was a bit freaked out, understandably. With respect, Sohan Wow, man, that is spooky. I guess you just never know...

Happy New Year, everyone! I am working tonight, so have one for me!

I agree with you here. I think there is always so much stigma attached to Eastern martial arts by the public, that it tends to blow things out of proportion. Did you ever notice how no one gets interested in the "mastery" or "inner strength" of boxers or wrestlers? Don't they deserve it, too?

When I was younger, I was always motivated about being ready for testing. I like to be prepared, and the testing kind of did that for me. It is different now, but back then, I didn't mind it.

I don't think that sounds too professional. Ok with an adult, but with the kids, you have to do it a little differently. If it made his point clear, though, then I guess it works.

Ouch. That kind of stings.

I didn't know that!...that is about Al Bundy. Sometimes, when I watch Married with Children I see...my life...Oh...Noo... Too funny!

Well, the daughter's bedroom is almost done, aside from the designing phase. The painting will be done this week, and crown molding put up as well.

I'm not so sure about that, either. I think those ideas border more on myth than fact.

That's cool, Sohan. Thanks!

I started mowing lawns in the summer that I turned 14, I think. Then, I worked at McDonalds.

I understand what it means...however, couldn't this chi be transferred to non-flexible weapons as well?

I agree with this also. However, most schools dont treat kata this way, it seems that kata is one of the major focuses, not a training aid, but rather the training. I think you are correct here.

I would like to do more swimming, but there isn't always a pool available in the winter months here. I may try in the summer, though.

Frog jumps are great for the legs; they tucker me out quick!