aurik Posted November 10, 2016 Share Posted November 10, 2016 I last studied any throwing-based martial arts in 1996, and that was only for one year. However, about 6 years ago I was visiting my brother-in-law in Aspen over Christmas. When I was unloading the car, I slipped on the sheer ice on their concrete driveway and went immediately horizontal. In that instant I had the presence of mind to flatten my back and tuck my chin to my chest. My hands were full so I couldn't slap, but I suspect remembering to tuck my chin probably saved me from a concussion or worse.I ended up with a sore upper back and my neck was sore later that night and into the next day. However, learning to fall definitely saved me from much more serious injuries that day. My Journey (So Far)Shuri-Ryu 1996-1997 - GokyuJudo 1996-1997 - YonkyuUechi-Ryu 2018-Present - NidanABS Bladesmith 2021-Present - Apprentice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ninjanurse Posted November 14, 2016 Share Posted November 14, 2016 Great story! "A Black Belt is only the beginning."Heidi-A student of the artsTae Kwon Do,Shotokan,Ju Jitsu,Modern Arnishttp://the100info.tumblr.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shizentai Posted November 14, 2016 Author Share Posted November 14, 2016 (edited) Ossu! I'm glad that you are alright! Edited November 18, 2016 by Shizentai "My work itself is my best signature."-Kawai Kanjiro Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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