User Ho-Sheng Hsiao - Martial Arts Stack Exchange

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Why drop the bokken vertical prior to a downstroke?

aikido bokken

1d ago Mcconn 21

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Can Forms (Kata/Poomsae/etc.) or Techniques (Waza) be practiced on the ground?

technique forms

may 15 at 1:11 Dave Liepmann 3,856

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What is the oldest documented Eastern Martial Art that is still practiced?

history

may 11 at 10:39 Matt Chan♦ 766

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What are good exercises for building grip strength for judo and BJJ?

strength brazilian-jiu-jitsu judo

may 7 at 12:51 Dave Liepmann 3,856

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How do you prepare for the stress of a real self-defense situation?

exercise self-defense

may 3 at 13:16 Dave Liepmann 3,856

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When should I run away?

self-defense awareness

may 2 at 18:23 stslavik 5,694

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What martial art should I start with?

training health safety recommendation mixed-martial-arts

apr 23 at 18:13 kingdiamondm1 1

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How dangerous is it to choke someone unconscious or to be choked unconscious?

health safety

apr 22 at 2:08 Dave Liepmann 3,856

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How is a Kubotan used in self-defense?

self-defense weapons

apr 15 at 12:43 Rafal Burchard 193

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Self defense with one hand tied behind back?

training technique self-defense

apr 14 at 10:21 Rafal Burchard 193

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What strength and conditioning exercises are used in tai chi?

strength tai-chi

mar 29 at 4:59 Larry B 31

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What are the purposes of martial arts forms?

forms kata

mar 26 at 13:23 Dave Liepmann 3,856

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Is practising techniques on both the left and right sides beneficial or detrimental to martial development?

training drills teaching

mar 17 at 17:32 user1914292 171

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What exercises are safe (or not) for total beginners?

exercise self-training

mar 6 at 18:18 Dave Liepmann 3,856

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What's the difference between Internal and External martial arts?

internal external

mar 4 at 19:19 Wudang 245

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What are good martial arts for aging bodies?

self-defense medical-advice

jan 21 at 18:07 Scott 21

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Why doesn't aikido have kicking techniques?

aikido kick

jan 12 at 11:41 Mahboubi Salim 11

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What is the best martial art for reducing back pain and stress while increasing my fitness?

exercise strength recommendation self-training

jan 7 at 16:17 kioopi 316

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Are there good alternatives to wood for weapons?

aikido weapons

dec 7 at 1:33 chaosys 121

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What does it mean to “uproot” someone in tai chi?

technique tai-chi terminology

nov 28 at 23:46 Wudang 245

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What is a good push-up routine to build punch strength?

exercise punching

nov 21 at 9:10 Lai 88

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Origin of the “pinyon” in Villari's Shaolin-Kempo-Karate system?

history forms

nov 19 at 17:22 Sensei Dave 46

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How important is lineage when it comes to credibility or trustworthiness?

history dojo schools

nov 18 at 7:08 Dave Liepmann 3,856

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How can one maintain or rekindle discipline and passion in martial arts?

training

oct 26 at 0:38 Trevoke 2,927

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What exactly is Kalaripayattu?

untagged

oct 24 at 2:13 Matt Chan♦ 766

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How can one practice spear-hand strikes, while still knowing you got the technique right?

technique hapkido

oct 4 at 18:25 Dave Liepmann 3,856

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How do I improve my attack speed?

karate sparring speed

oct 1 at 15:30 Ho-Sheng Hsiao 1,551

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Exercises to help “getting lower” when performing Jiu-Jitsu throws

exercise jiujitsu

sep 27 at 21:33 Dave Liepmann 3,856

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How do I increase my wrist strength for punching?

exercise technique punching

sep 27 at 17:03 Dave Liepmann 3,856

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how to overcome “freeze”?

escapes

sep 25 at 10:38 Mark C. Wallace 1,337

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