The importance of falling

[aurik]

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.

[ninjanurse]

Great story!

[Shizentai]

Ossu! I'm glad that you are alright!

Edited November 18, 2016 by Shizentai