Martial Arts

I am going to start boxing training through a friend, but I really want to do MMA. Which is worse for the brain?

2007-10-17 16:05:51 · 11 answers · asked by curious 2

The wimp who made it through the eliminations on luck alone will suddenly turn into Bruce Lee when you're up against him.

The referee will always be looking the other way when you score.

You will have trouble with the ties on your dobok pants when members of the opposite sex are in class.

The day you leave work early to make it to class on time, the instructor will be sick.

The instructor will only use you during demonstrations for joint-locking techniques.

If you have to use your training in self-defense, your attacker's father will be a lawyer.

After a flawless demonstration, you will trip on your way back to your seat.

After years of training without a single injury, you will pull a groin muscle the night before your black belt exam.

In an otherwise vacant locker room, the only other person will have the locker right next to yours.

No matter how many times you take care of it before your promotion exam, you will invariably have to go to the bathroom when it's your turn

2007-10-17 13:04:05 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

The UFC needs more title fights so the do not have as many lame cards. Anythink they wiil add them any time soon?

2007-10-17 11:07:03 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-10-17 10:00:28 · 2 answers · asked by michinoku2001 7

2007-10-17 08:01:41 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

I am a 16 year old female looking to join one of these martial art classes:

Tae Kwon Do
Haidong Gumdo
Kickboxing

Which one of these is the best for me if I want to lose weight and get toned? My problem areas are my buttocks and my thighs, but I would like a full body workout.

Thanks!

2007-10-17 07:56:26 · 10 answers · asked by ItsScriptural 3

2007-10-17 05:43:04 · 3 answers · asked by silver fox 1

As an Isshinryu practitioner, I'd pick Sunsu. It has most of the higher level "secrets" (as far as there are secrets in any style) of the system, and is the most practical as I understand it. Close 2nd is probably Seisan, or maybe Sanchin.
Those who don't like kata are welcome to answer, "kata are useless," but it would be circumventing the answer. There are still "exercises" or "forms" (even if it's just Heavy-bag work) you practice.

2007-10-17 00:41:24 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-10-16 23:46:03 · 17 answers · asked by ? 3

I would like to do something that invovles more sparring maybe something like Muay Thai does anyone have any suggestions? And also where to find the appropriate dojo in the suburbs of chicago

2007-10-16 19:18:14 · 7 answers · asked by cplamoottil 2

Of the millions of martial artists in the world, many in America, if they or you were to meet China's current succession emperor, what would you or they be thinking (upon meeting him)? What thoughts would cross your mind and what would you say to such a person?

Max
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2007-10-16 16:22:18 · 15 answers · asked by peacenegotiator 3

can anyone give me info on it what is different about vs reg. JJ or Bjj
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2007-10-16 13:52:06 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous

He just lost his second straight fight to Jon FItch and mentioned possibly moveing down to the 155 pound division. Anyone know what he plans on doing now???

2007-10-16 13:26:59 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

Just gained my black belt in Tae Kwon do, and need to move to a different type with my dad, and little brother. We were thinking of something like Tai Chi, Krav Maga, but are unsure.

Help!

2007-10-16 12:27:36 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

I am an mma fighter (muay thai, and bjj) and i want to know if there are any jobs in the army/marines that i can do to use my skills in. like teaching new recruits or somthing. and if so...what is the job called?

thanks

2007-10-16 11:51:49 · 4 answers · asked by FtrMrn 1

I've been in martial art since I was 4 I'm fifteen and alot of people say i can't do it but my mom says I can do any thing i set my mind to I need some good unique techniques and a good name ive been learning alot of different techniques but i need somemore

2007-10-16 09:54:37 · 12 answers · asked by BringThe Pain 2

Jion is one of my favorite Kata's in Shotokan. What do you feel as a Sensei it teaches your students and students what do you feel it is teaching you?

2007-10-16 08:55:50 · 2 answers · asked by Legend Gates Shotokan Karate 7

Hi, hope this doesn't sound odd. I have just started Tai Chi, which I enjoy doing so far, but I'm very much a newbie, just a few lessons though I've been drawn to it for years - finally decided to start. Anyway, the next morning, I noticed a pressure like in my temple, not really a pain or headache, just a pressure. I went ahead and did another Tai Chi session... later that evening I noticed the pressure was like all over my head... on the top and sides. Again there was no headache per se, but the pressure was definitely there and very uncomfortable. It lasted all night and into the morning. It has come and gone somewhat today. The thing that bugs me is I've never experienced this before, I haven't done anything else new, and it didn't start til after my first session. Is this just coincidence or has anyone else experienced this?

My normal workout routine consists of walking, bellydancing, lifting light weights, etc., and this has never happened to me before. Thanks. :)

S.

2007-10-16 07:57:06 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have to wear a mouth guard for my tournament on the weekend but it makes my eyes water and makes me want to vomit. It's a just a cheap one I picked up this afternoon from a martial art's supply store, but I followed the instructions to shape and mould it correctly. However, wearing it for more than a few seconds is revolting. What should I do?

2007-10-15 20:17:10 · 10 answers · asked by Link 4

what would you suggest would be a good way to improve my restraining and takedowns, i do not want to go to dojos, i want to do it freelance. I know i can

2007-10-15 17:37:19 · 10 answers · asked by William Sly 3

I'm fifteen a black belt in brazilian jujitsu , a brown belt in karate there is going to be a riot i live in a small town in oklahoma no gangs if some one is getting attacked that has nothing to do with it should i step in and help how far should I go just get the person away or knock the attacker out or possible seriosly hurting him I know how to fight been fighting since i was 4 in competitions just gonna fight at school if I have to
ps im not part of the riot

2007-10-15 15:03:43 · 19 answers · asked by BringThe Pain 2

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2007-10-15 15:00:16 · 1 answers · asked by Flying Monk 1

I might incorporate some Kenpo (Ed Parker influenced) into my training pretty soon. But I want to know your opinion on Kenpo.

I hear good and bad things about it. Please EXPLAIN why you like it OR don't like it.

What say you?

2007-10-15 14:09:33 · 7 answers · asked by Boomer 3

Why do they always assume that I practice karate if they hear I'm a martial artist?

No, I do not practice karate. I practice Tae Kwon Do and Aikido. Why must you always assume that I practice karate? I see you holding up a pair of cleats, I must assume you play soccer, even if your uniform has a football shaped logo on it.

Why must you move around like you're trying to wax a car on acid when I say I do martial arts?

What makes them think they could beat us in a fight with a strong right punch? Don't they know that's the first thing we're looking for and we probably would know 5 ways how to counter that punch and break their solar plexus? If their strong right hand was really that good, you wouldn't be some out of shape bum on the street, you would belong to a boxing gym, and even if they were boxers, they wouldn't start off with a strong right haymaker, they'd pepper you with jabs.

That is all.

2007-10-15 13:51:55 · 12 answers · asked by enigma_frozen 4

i was wondering if this pllace is a mcdojo http://www.kims-taekwondo.com/ because i wana take tae kwon do but i dont want to be taught all this crap i want the real deal plz tell me

2007-10-15 12:55:53 · 12 answers · asked by lildrummer2 1

i have noticed that i have large and muscular thighs, but i want to make them bigger so my kicks are stronger... i dont want them just a bit bigger...but like...huge. does anyone know any workouts that would help me with this?

thanks alot.

2007-10-15 11:27:10 · 6 answers · asked by Danny.R 1

what are the most important muscle groups to capoeira and what is the ideal way to supplement pratice like running and lifting

2007-10-15 11:06:33 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have an exhibition fight(with buddies of mine in our back yard)...the guy I am going to fight againts is a student of Jiu Jitsu. I'm not sure how to approach his style since I am a striker and mainly feel comfortable on my feet. Do any of you have any advice on how to fight intelligently againts this style?

2007-10-15 10:17:37 · 5 answers · asked by Tx Guy 3

I am an mma promoter coming out of New Jersey. I have an event coming up in November and December. I am looking to make a unique looking championship belt for the main events of these events. Can anyone help me with suggestions. It would be greatly appreciated.

2007-10-15 09:25:34 · 2 answers · asked by newyorkfightnights 2

2007-10-15 07:33:20 · 15 answers · asked by ross c 1