Martial Arts

2007-07-24 03:03:44 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

In many sports (especially soccer) an inferior team can play in a certain way to frustrate a superior opponent, and then if they're lucky snatch a lead at an opportune moment. Is this possible in kickboxing? Would you do things like just keep moving around so they can't reach you, wait till they're tired or off balance, then get a quick strike in?

2007-07-24 03:01:57 · 16 answers · asked by pantocool 1

I started Aikido a couple months ago, and am interested in reading more about it. I want a good book with illustrations/pictures and names of the techniques. It is confusing to try to remember all the moves, and I want to be able to study more. Please give me some suggestions. Thank you!

2007-07-23 17:54:17 · 5 answers · asked by JR 4

2007-07-23 17:18:39 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

I'm interested in learning a martial art. I am a big, muscular guy. I have some backround in boxing. Thanks for the help.

2007-07-23 14:55:41 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous

What are those tricks called even?

2007-07-23 10:32:50 · 4 answers · asked by m&ms 1

I once heard Brue Lee referred to as Master SIFU Lee. What does SIFU mean?

2007-07-23 07:28:28 · 7 answers · asked by HULK RULES!! 7

Whenever people ask me if I do any sports, they get mad when I say karate and tell me that isn't a sport. Why do so many people say martial arts aren't sports? Is it just because they don't involve being on a team and chasing a ball around like a dog, or am I missing something? I wonder this same thing when people say that chess shouldn't be considered a school sport. (Why did Yahoo suggest that I put this in the LGBT section?!)

2007-07-23 06:17:36 · 18 answers · asked by Lycanthrope777 5

that teaches ways to defend agianst men like rape, mug,abuse forceful things like that

right now im currently taking kempo and jujitsu

2007-07-23 06:08:18 · 26 answers · asked by help 2

I was just wondering because they burn it in my martial arts school, but I never asked what kind. It does smell faintly sweet and has a red stem. It also looks like it is actively burned in Buddhist temples. If anyone knows what kind of incense it is, please post! Thanks.

2007-07-23 05:24:14 · 7 answers · asked by fireknight_m 2

yeah i know 90% of all fights end up on the ground, yeah i know that bjj practitioners do well on the ground, but how much would you fear fighting them?

2007-07-23 04:27:22 · 20 answers · asked by colombianheaven 2

is kata boring for martial arts?

2007-07-23 02:28:33 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous

asking for girlfriend: why or why not?

2007-07-23 01:27:39 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have wide shoulders and short legs, and i'm often told that my horse stance is not wide enough, as with my forward stance (Ju Jutsu). After i'm corrected, it feels as though i'm over stepping and don't feel balanced. Can some one give me some pointers, or guide lines to help?!?

2007-07-22 20:14:49 · 3 answers · asked by topofthefoodchain 2

Should I stay in a stretched position for 10 min., 20 min., 30 min.? Should I stay in a stretched position for 30 seconds, walk it off and then do it agian?

2007-07-22 20:02:19 · 6 answers · asked by GuerillaRadio 1

2007-07-22 17:12:25 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

Im curious how you pay for MA classes. A certain amout for every month, 6 months, or what?

Also, how much does it cost?

2007-07-22 16:29:43 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

im 5'10", 240 lbs and im still not sure what heavy bag lbs should i get.

so far i made a homemade bag that works pretty well but i want to seriously get a real one.

because my ceilings are weak, im planning on getting a heavy bag with a wall mount so the wall can hold it. in all it will cost about 160 bucks if i get an 100 lbs bag.

the other one i might get is a free standing bag that i fill with sand on the bottom.

which should i get? im planning on putting the wall one outside.

the only places i can shop at is big 5, sports chalet, and southern california based stores. if u can find me a good price i would appreciate it. thx.

also, where can i get sand?

2007-07-22 16:27:58 · 5 answers · asked by cs313 3

2007-07-22 16:27:25 · 19 answers · asked by hittenmitsurugi 4

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2007-07-22 14:44:13 · 21 answers · asked by deeisone 1

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2007-07-22 14:10:37 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

In Karate they teach you to look over your shoulder first but i have been to several TKD schools and they teach you to not look first for it has more power. Thats great but what good is it if your target moved? Any opinions? Look or don't look?

2007-07-22 13:45:02 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous

Yes i am a guy. im a martial artist and i've always had a full split. BUt then i injured my self im better now but when i came back to tae kwon doe i diidnt have my full split two years later i still dont have one i want to have one by september can someone give me a stretching ruitine i can do every day

2007-07-22 11:59:01 · 4 answers · asked by boobsies Z 1

I wish to improve fitness and get to a point where I feel confident if I am placed in a hostile situation. How long will it take to attain a decent level in martial arts? How long for a black belt etc. Any help would be great. Cheers.

2007-07-22 11:43:46 · 20 answers · asked by Smithers 2

I am unable to train anymore. I work 6 days a week and 10 hours a day, not including two hours drive time each day. I want to find a job that is closer to my home and less days and hours, for alot of reasons but Training is one of them that is very high on the list. Am I being selfish doing this. Less hours and days mean less money, which we do need. Wife and kids you know. If I do not train I get really depressed and distant and I have been unable to train for over a month now.
If you want to be mean don't answer, I don't need people telling me how horrid I am. I want honesty but with out being brutal.
Shoud I forget training, be unhappy and depressed or make less and be happier?

2007-07-22 10:37:47 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-07-22 09:39:40 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous

If you do: Can you give me some training tips, and information on making one? I've found some places where I can buy the actual pad, but I still haven't figured out what size wood I have to put in the ground, what type of hand/foot strikes I can do, what is a good amount of training for someone who has some martial art experience (Nothing major in Karate, however), et cetera...
If it's relative to my height: I'm 5'11" if anyone is wondering.

2007-07-22 09:09:02 · 2 answers · asked by Kenshiro 5

If that type of teaching worked why don't they have those types of schools everywhere?

2007-07-21 23:16:24 · 0 answers · asked by Anonymous

I am a large guy. Built like a truck. I began with Judo as a way to get myself in shape mentally as well as physically while dealing with immense stressors. A close friend of my father is a Hachidan, so it made it a simple choice to join him in his workouts and meditation. Anyway, while I enjoy it very much, I am not sure if it's what's best for me. I was a heavyweight wrestler and football player in high school. I have always been very strong. Since judo is often about using momentum of the opponent to your advantage, I don't often have the opportunity to use my strength to my advantage. Should I switch to another art? Should I crosstrain in another art? Thanks for your input.

2007-07-21 18:33:03 · 9 answers · asked by Beachman 5

Your guaranteed around 6 matches and maybe more depending on how you do...but it is also an all day event so what should i do in between to make sure i dont lose energy or strength?

2007-07-21 15:41:51 · 8 answers · asked by ncsustandup 2