maintaining intensity

[Dresden]

Saturday I tested for my 5th kyu.When Sensei went over my test sheet with me he said the first half was excellent,My basics and walking exercises were right on.I tested with another student who was going for 7th kyu.When we went through one on one sets I had to slow down a notch because my classmate is slower and much less intense.I like him and am not going to blaze him just to make myself look good,what to do?

[bushido_man96]

You can still blast your techniques, but you will have to watch how close you come to making contact, if that is what you mean. You defenitely don't want to work down to someone else's level, if they are not up to par with you.

I see you are new, so welcome to the forums! I also see that you are from Kansas! I am from Hays. Glad to see another Kansan here!

What is your style and school?

[Jiffy]

The answer is simple.... wait longer.

When they attack, wait and wait and wait until you absoloutly have to move, then move at full speed. This ensures you are moving at full intensity and as far as effectiveness is concerned, ensure they are at the point of no return when you block, therefore ensuring it will work.

[Shotokan-kez]

Yeah i agree. You can still put in your all if your working with someone at a lower grade or slower than you, just remember control...it's the key.

[jaymac]

Your instructor didn't comment on that part? I am sure he noticed that you were obliging the other student, but for next time - take the great advice already given here and congratulations on your rank.

[RichardHangHong]

I second Jiffy's thoughts. Wait longer, until you absolutely have to move and then move at your usual speed and intensity.