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How can I speed up the recovery of a bruised leg?
There are those who say you have to cool and those who say you have to warm your leg, there are those who say you should rest and those who say you should keep using it as you would normally. It makes ...
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5answers
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Is Static Stretching Before Practice Beneficial, Harmful, or Something In-between?
Among runners there are a fair number of studies out there right now that static stretching before exercising, at least if you aren't doing it now, doesn't reduce your risk of injury and in other ...
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9answers
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Are Aikido movies on the internet helpful for beginners?
My Aikido teacher advised us (I'm in a beginners group) not to study Aikido movies on youtube, at least not until we get our black belts. He said that's because there are different Aikido styles and ...
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4answers
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Aikido Forward Roll
How to do safely a Aikido front roll from standing position and from jumping ? What are the key point to be careful for avoid injury like shoulder dislocation ? What are other injury that can happen ...
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5answers
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What does it mean to “uproot” someone in tai chi?
What does it mean to "uproot" someone in tai chi? What do tai chi practitioners mean when they use this word? I can tell there's a specific meaning to this jargon, but can't identify it. I see the ...
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4answers
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For a total beginner, is tai chi a good start?
I recently moved, and I found there are two classes within walking distance of my home. One is tai chi and the other is tae kwon do. I am in my thirties, have led a sedentary lifestyle so far. I'd ...
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0answers
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Kyokushin karate in bay area [closed]
I am looking for dojo for Kyokushin karate in the bay area. I am going to move to San Jose and looking for a dojo nearby.
Thanks
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2answers
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Are any Martial Arts Reality Shows/Documentaries useful to watch?
There are a number of Martial Arts-related documentaries and reality TV shows (Human Weapon, Fight Quest, Fight Science, Kill Arman, Deadliest Warrior...) from the last few years, but I have my doubts ...
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4answers
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Why do taekwondoists bounce so much? (And how do we help them stop?)
At training last night (Japanese JiuJitsu), we had two people with TKD backgrounds training with us. I couldn't help noticing how bouncy they both were. They both came from different TKD school, yet ...
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4answers
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What rate should I be learning tai chi and qi gong?
I am a beginner with Tai Chi QiGong. There are 20 Movements of forms. I have been taking classes for a little over 3 months and I have only learned 13 of them. For the past 3 classes there have only ...
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1answer
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What is “seven star”?
This question asks about a seven star mantis stance. In the Chen Man Ching Tai Chi form I practice we incorporate a move known as "step up to seven stars". Clearly there is some concept referenced ...
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2answers
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What is a good training scheme for kendo?
I want to pick up my kendo but I'm afraid I'm a bit out of shape.
Does anyone know a good training scheme to get into shape and be ready by September (5 - 6 months)?
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2answers
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What can I do to improve my squat for judo throws during randori?
I am 6 foot 2 inches and weigh about 90Kg - I find it very difficult during randori to get a full turn in for (for example) O Goshi.
My instructors are always telling me that I need to get lower and ...
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7answers
961 views
What is a good push-up routine to build punch strength?
I've been told that I don't have much power behind my punches and that push-ups are a good way to improve this. Is there a good push-up route that could be done at the beginning or the end of the day ...
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2answers
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Advancement Speed in Taekwondo
I've been studying Taekwondo for about two months, and I took the first test that my school offered after I joined (two weeks ago), and received my yellow-stripe. It looks like the school holds tests ...
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5answers
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Mouth guard / gum shields - tips?
I've recently starting light sparring (Muay Thai and Boxing) and use one of those single boil+bite style gum shields.
How often should I need to re-mould it as it seems to have lost it's fit after ...
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3answers
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Origin of the “pinyon” in Villari's Shaolin-Kempo-Karate system?
When I was young, I took a few years of Shaolin-Kempo-Karate at a couple Villari's dojos. As part of our training, we had the expected set of katas that we were required to learn. However, there was ...
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5answers
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How important is lineage when it comes to credibility or trustworthiness?
I was doing some surfing today and noticed a few mentions of lineage when considering a given school/dojo. The people asking about lineage of a given school seemed to feel that if the instructor(s) ...
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7answers
567 views
Why are firearms not part of the martial arts world?
Systems of martial arts utilize of variety of weapons that include polearms, blades, and blunt objects among others. While Systema and some branches of ninpo budo taijutsu include firearms as part of ...
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4answers
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Is the Olympic sport of Tae Kwon Do uniquely Tae Kwon Do like?
The Olympic sport of Tae Kwon Do is conducted under a particular set of rules that were (in my understanding) developed relatively recently. The actual conduct of an Olympic Tae Kwon Do fight doesn't ...
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1answer
87 views
Is there a US-based organization supporting Iaijutsu?
I've trained with a bokken for many years, mostly though instruction by students in various arts and David Lowry's text. I'm at a point in my life where I would like to formalize my knowledge and ...
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4answers
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How can I quickly regain focus during class?
Occasionally I will get (inwardly) frustrated during class, usually when I cannot seem to make heads or tails of an advanced technique.
After class I'll work with a senior student to practice the ...
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0answers
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Background about Butthan Martial art
I'd like to know about the background of Butthan martial arts. What is the focus of this art, and what are the strength and weakness of it?
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4answers
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Endurance problems while practicing martial art
I have been attending krav-maga lessons (twice a week) for two years and always had low endurance. After every lesson I feel exhausted a little more. My stamina improved since I started but I still ...
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2answers
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history of Jujitsu?
Does anyone know of any good references covering the history of Jujitsu?
I've been studying Judo, Jujitsu (Japanese), and BJJ, and everyone I ask has a different version of the history of these ...
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4answers
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Ju-jutsu vs Jiu-jitsu?
Whats the difference between Ju-jutsu and Jiu-jitsu? In Sweden we only have Ju jutsu and i have notice that in USA thay have both Ju jutsu and Jiu-jitsu and it looks like the same thing.
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2answers
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What are the differences between gel and foam gear?
What is the advantage and drawback of gear with gel inside? Is it better than foam gear or is it commercial? Specifically is gel good for gloves, shin guards, body armor, or headgear?
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2answers
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How can one maintain or rekindle discipline and passion in martial arts?
As I understand you have to have passion for path you choose when learning martial art. And it is life long process.
BUT I have met people who's passion dwindled and they no longer had heart in ...
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2answers
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How is the scoring determined in Judo for the Olympics?
I've been watching the Olympic Judo matches and I'm confused.
I know that ippon is an instant win. And 2 waza-ari are the equivlent of an ippon. But then there is another number associated with the ...
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2answers
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Judo gis for lanky players?
Lately a lot of BJJ Gi manufacturers have been making gis that are fitted for lanky players, but of those that make slim cut BJJ gis, their Judo gis are still just the standard cut (even Fushida now, ...
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2answers
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Can I practice any of the martial arts after a hernia surgery?
I am diagnosed with Inguinal Hernia. I'm 21 years old, so the doctor said he cannot predict whether it's going to be a 'mesh' or a 'sewn-up' repair.
I am very interested in martial arts - especially ...
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2answers
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The terms “form” and “sequence” in Martial arts
Is there a difference between the two terms form and sequence in martial arts?
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Good music themes for Tai-chi [closed]
I'm searching for a good collection of music themes for Tai-chi. Any suggestion?
Note:
As I'm not expert in music, probably I cannot explain this, but I would prefer something not blaring (once I ...
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5answers
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What exactly is Kalaripayattu?
I have heard a lot about ancient Indian martial arts called Kalaripayattu.
Does anyone have info on this? How does it compare to kung fu?
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2answers
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“Spinning Block” Pattern Origination
In my group as a way to practice improving flow we do the following series in every class:
Come into a neutral, relaxed stance) facing north (chosen for sake of ease of directions in this list).
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2answers
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How do I find out what are the laws on edged weapons in my country?
I live in Bulgaria and would like to know my rights and restrictions on carrying pens, knifes, axes. Ideally, I want to print the concerning law and carry it with me.
I have heard that there is no ...
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1answer
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What are the origins of “tricking”?
My wife recently introduced me to the practice of "tricking" (essentially, a form of martial arts demo that focuses on jumps and acrobatic maneuvers - in some ways, the martial arts version of ...
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Transitioning between similar arts
When moving from rapier to Hapkido, there was a lot that transferred and very little that interfered. Range, positioning, and most of the footwork transferred along with the mental aspects, and the ...
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4answers
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What are the signs *not* to train at a specific school?
What are things to look for in a school to indicate that one should absolutely NOT study there?
You know, things like having the name Cobra Kai or making you do donut runs because you're the new ...
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1answer
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How do i fix my Berimbau?
I have a berimbau verga that has cracked from the center while stringing it.
Need a few tips how should i go about it; can I glue it up and thread it around the berimbau verga, would there be ...
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4answers
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Proper way to take care of boxing gloves and wrist wraps after use?
After heavy usage, boxing gloves and wrist wraps can get build up mildew and other nasties. What should I do the keep my gloves and wraps in good shape?
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1answer
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How to repair a mat with a hole in it?
So, there was an incident and now one of the mats has a hole in it. The hole is about 1 x 0.5 cm wide. What is the best way to repair it so it is still safe to train on said mat?
The mat is a ...
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1answer
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Safely Training Axe Kick Throws
We have a technique in hapkido that flows as follows (using the hard-grab variation for simplicity, there are variations):
Opponent grabs left hand with their right.
Defender pulls arm out to the ...
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Livehand Locks for Training Purposes
One set of techniques that my dojang doesn't practice much with, but that I have seen in several other Hapkido sources (mostly "lightning patch" groups), are live hand variations on locks.
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5answers
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What exercises help to develop frontal leg speed?
For many people, the front leg kick is a very effective "stopping" move when faced with a charging opponent. The faster (and more accurately) a defender can deploy this kick, the better the ...
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6answers
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How does a non-grappler train to be ready to avoid grappling in a real-world situation?
I train in non-grappling arts. I have a reasonable amount of experience with this. However, I'm not sure how I would deal with an untrained opponent coming to grapple with me -- or someone whose ...
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How do I improve my attack speed?
This question is a little different than a previous question on speed and footwork. Recently my sensei critiqued my sparring, saying my block and counter techniques are pretty strong, but I'm lacking ...
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3answers
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Where can I find or how can I make a tailored white dogi for women?
Does anyone know of a good supplier of white dogi for either aikido or judo that are tailored to women?
If not, does anyone know of home made modifications that can be made to a "male" dogi to make ...
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6answers
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Exercises to help “getting lower” when performing Jiu-Jitsu throws
I am relatively tall - when practicing many Jiu-Jitsu throws I am frequently given the advice to "bend my knees more" or to "get lower".
When I really focus I find this is very effective ...
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How do I increase my wrist strength for punching?
When I throw a punch, sometimes my wrist doesn't stay straight and I run the risk of spraining it. What kind of exercises can I do to strengthen my wrists so that my wrist isn't going to bend when I ...
