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How do you choose which judo techniques to practice? (tokuiwaza)
Background:
Age 34, I'm a 6ft 2 inch, 95kg mesomorph and have been at 3rd kyu for about a year now. For the most part, I am an ambidextrous player, with little preference as to which side I attack ...
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Understanding the nature of a high ranking judoka?
This is sort of a theoretical question that isn't as superficial as it will initially sound--
Take any one of the three living 10th dan judoka, the youngest of whom is 86.
I would imagine that the ...
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Martial Arts Vs Self-Defense [closed]
For me there is no doubt that MA (Martial Arts) and SD (Self-Defense) are two completely different things that may cross-over. The view to support this differentiation is based on 1) History, 2) ...
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Is “choondu marmam” in Kalari Payattu real?
In Kalari Payattu there is something called choondu marmam, which is used to attack the opponent with spiritual power. Is it real?
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Martial art for a complete newbie - can i learn on my own?
I am just aware of the term martial arts and kung-fu perhaps from watching a lot of movies
but i am unaware of how can i learn any of these in actuality.I want to learn some martial arts.
Well ...
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How easy or hard is it for a combat sport champion to defeat a much stronger man?
As a layman in martial arts, I've been curious about this question: In a real life situation, is it easy/difficult/impossible for a seasoned professional fighting expert (in whatever discipline of ...
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Attacked by black belt [closed]
I was attacked in the street by my neighbour who is a black belt Tai Juitsu,
I want to know how I go about getting his licence revoked.
He is claiming self defence only because I tried to get him of ...
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Can someone learn Krav Maga moves without exacerbating injuries?
Would like to learn Krav Maga but have injuries that mean I would only be able to learn it in a limited fashion. I would want to learn it for self defense purposes after being accosted by a male in ...
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How much can I improve my punching precision? How?
I'm not yet strong enough in the legs to talk about precision, so I'll stick to punches.
Firstly, what is the upper limit of precise punches, how precise can I get them to be? Within millimeters of ...
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Strength training for a mixed martial arts beginner
I am starting MMA. Which excersises would be best to get my physical strength up to the levels of people doing MMA for years or experienced in MMA?
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What are the possible signs some has lost consciousness when being choked?
I thought this would be obvious, someone would just pass out and go floppy. However last week during rolling I got someone in a sleeve / Ezekiel choke while in my guard and he didn't tap out. He ...
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How to adapt kote hineri against a larger opponent?
Couple of weeks ago we were working on Kote Hineri; I am at least a foot taller than my daughter. My hands are correspondingly larger; I haven't measured, but my palm is probably an inch wider than ...
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Who were the first female aikidoka?
When did the first women start training in Aikido? Who were they and where did they train?
Who was the first female aikidoka to achieve teaching rank?
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Stretches for kicking?
I started Muay Thai today, and when doing a basic kick (a straight teep) above my waist level, I felt strong resistance/mild pain where my leg connects to my hip, right at the top of the leg, by the ...
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What is the best bo staff for an 8-year-old for competitions?
What would be the best bo staff for an 8-year-old child to use in competitions. The bamboo toothpick is much too heavy for him. Would anyone recommend the fiberglass bo staff?
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Who was the first female judoka?
Who were the first female judo players? When did they train?
Keiko Fukuda was promoted to fifth degree in 1953
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What is a “heavy jab”?
I do MMA, and my gym has a Muay Thai class taught on the other side of the mats which I was considering joining also. The other day I was observing it and the instructor was teaching the students ...
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Which disciplines involve smacking away opponents' strikes?
I recently started MMA and have been learning wrestling, jiu jitsu, boxing, and some Muay Thai. Very beginner.
In every Bruce Lee fight I've ever seen, he avoids opponents' blows by a combination of ...
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Why should I wear my gi with left side over right side?
I know the proper way to put on your gi is to put the left side over the right side, but why is this? Where did this custom come from? I think it applies to all martial arts (at least I know it does ...
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Krav Maga, is it 100% legal for defense?
I am 15 and I am currently being trained in Krav Maga, one on one with a partner. My trainer was trained by the Israelis in the Australian embassy as security.
I have a very practical question:
Am I ...
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What is shen energy? Is there such a thing as a “shen state” and if so, how does it come about? [closed]
I have heard of a "shen" energy which is related to qi (chi) and also of something called a "shen state"; a state of heightened awareness and energy which comes on all at once, purportedly due to high ...
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Choosing a Target When Cornered by Multiple Attackers
I would like to know which (if any at all) contemporary system base their tactics in deciding who to attack first in order to create a escaping route.
Scenario:
Cornered in a place where 4 ...
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Légion étrangère close combat system
What is the system of close combat taught in the Légion étrangère? How did it evolve during the history of the Légion?
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How effective are foul techniques as a side control escape?
How effective are techniques such as biting, eye pokes, groin grabs et cetera as escapes from side control or other hold-downs? This would be in comparison to other escape methods like bridging, ...
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Training front kick
What is the best way to train my front kick. By this i mean raising the leg and thrusting forward.
I have problems getting the right height and also i'm not stretching my leg fully. There is always a ...
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What is Fa-jin?
Fa-jin, according to the Wikipedia article, means "to discharge power explosively". If there is only one way to do this, what is it? If there is more than one way, what are the two or three main ways ...
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Impact of being smaller(shorter arms) and how to overcome this
I'm not so tall 1.70 meter but i have very short arms. When training Wing Chun i notice that from training distance all my training parters can easily hit me. But if i stretch my arm to hit i really ...
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Best headphones for use during training? [closed]
I apologize this is a subjective question, but I need the recommendation from martial artists not just athletes.
What are the best headphones to wear while training? The style of kung fu I practice ...
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Measuring the foot when buying Tabi (and giving the size using the japanese convention)
I train in one of the martial arts where Tabi is often used. I am about to order a pair of leather Tabi and have a question regarding measurement.
The International Shoe Size Conversion Charts Table ...
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how to fight with eyes [closed]
There's a strong mental aspect to fighting and martial arts, and many arts teach methods for using the eyes/gaze to control an opponent.
How could one use their eyes/gaze to attack the confidence or ...
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Mawashi Gheri Vs Dollyo Chagi
Over the last 20 years or so I have been trying to incorporate several styles into one that is suited for my needs. My stance is now pretty much a Karate’s one, but my kicks have elements of Karate, ...
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Translation for “Those who are possessed by nothing possess everything.”
I am looking for the original Japanese phrase for the above quote by Ueshiba Morihei 植芝 盛平, and haven't been able to find it. It is in his book "The Art of Peace", but I haven't got a Japanese ...
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Are there any benefits to Sitting Seiza?
One characteristic exercises from when I studied Aikido was sitting seiza for periods of time, either for a short while between exercises/while watching or as part of an exercise where, sometimes, a ...
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Training while exhausted
In martial art circles, we often hear that training while exhausted (or tiered) will improve your technique. The one I heard was that it will force one to stop all extraneous movement and do the ...
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What can i practice to remove tension from my movements
I'm a Wing Chun student and my Sihing regularly tells me that i shouldn't be so tensed in all my movements.
A lot of techniques in WC required smooth arm and leg movements to react to our opponents ...
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Tips for faster regeneration after training
Sometimes after a hard Thai Boxing class for example containing long heavy-bag sessions or sparring (usually something consisting of intervals with explosive motions) I still feel tired or exhausted ...
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How do I determine which pieces of wood I can safely attempt to break with my fist?
I've seen demonstrations with martial artists breaking various objects, including what looked like broom handles.
I assume that the broom handles were either specially modified or otherwise selected ...
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Are martial arts helpful in dealing with pain from a sedentary lifestyle?
I am a research scholar and I have to dedicate a lot of time everyday in front of the computer. This leads to pain in my knees and shoulder. I consulted with doctors and they suggested me some ...
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How likely is serious injury in martial arts practice?
What and how big negative consequences might martial arts lead to?
I was very interested in martial arts when I was younger, and I am still interested. However, I have chosen not to train any martial ...
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Frequency of Martial Arts lessons
I'm 20 years old, and currently working as an IT professional (meaning I am busy). I want to learn either Muay Thai or BJJ.
How many times a week is ideal for me to fully learn? Is 2 times a week ...
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What is the best way to determine board-breaking ability?
Suppose you have a room full of people. You have access to all their biometrics: the mass of their arms, their body, and so on. You can also make them punch in open air and measure their punching ...
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Start attacking instead of blocking while sparring
I have been practicing kung fu for the past one and a half years. I can do head level basic kicks like roundhouse, side and front kicks but when I spar I don't feel like attacking the opponent. I seem ...
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Is there any information on pre-19th century Irish weapons-based martial arts?
Several Irish weapons-based martial arts were recently brought to my attention (through the writings of John Hurley):
Scianóireacht - knife arts
Tuadóireacht - various forms of axe-fighting
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Terminology: List of all boxing and muay thai technique terms with example photos
I'm looking to put together a list of all the technique terms for: boxing, muay thai. Such as the names for all the different punches, kicks, knees, elbow punches, etc...
Anyone know if there is a ...
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What is the “sine wave” substyle of ITF taekwondo and how did it originate?
Many ITF-based taekwondo practitioners come to notice a difference between different ITF-based organizations with some groups teaching a direct, forceful style and others teaching a more timed, ...
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How do I increase shin strength?
I just recently started kickboxing/Muay Thai and my round to the bag causes a great deal of pain after a while. (20-30 kicks)
I know you build up strength in your shins overtime, and most people ...
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Avoiding “Belt Factories”
A number of posts here mention, "Belt Factories." I am becoming a bit suspicious of the place my daughter is at. There are a lot of wonderful things about it, but they really do seem to advance kids ...
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Is there a sport aspect to Krav Maga?
I'm familiar with the basics of Krav Maga (history, philosophy and approach), but not a practitioner. There's a lot to like in this martial art from my perspective, but I generally don't see any ...
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What material should be covered in a rape-defense course?
Many martial arts schools have outreach programs either open to the public or at local colleges, high schools, or youth programs that are of a limited duration (one day or a handful of sessions) and ...
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How should a novice train if unable to join a dojo yet?
I have wanted to start learning a type of martial art for a long time, but my lifestyle didn't help (I have lived in 5 countries in the last 10 years, changed location at least once in each of those ...
