I have huge shoulders & bones already and I am still growing so I don't want to make them larger or become really bulky. Also since I am still growing I don't want the muscles to tighten through martial arts and now grow anymore!
I want to attend because I've always been interested in martial arts, and I'm willing to put in an hour a day of practice and more for when there is class.
My knee is quite weak and I would like a lighter, more flexible type of martial arts, not like the kind where size does matter.
Please help !
also, I am a girl.
2007-09-16 14:05:25 · 7 answers · asked by acx d 1 in Sports ➔ Martial Arts
I recommend Taekwondo, at least to start out with. What I suggest, is that you try out a few different styles and see what you like the most. As long as you practice aeorobic exercise you will not get too bulky. I think the whole knee thing should be addressed just for a healthy life. Slowly work on it and strengthen it up.
2007-09-17 00:25:47 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
As a former Martial Artist, to you a female practitioner, I would
suggest an internal or soft art like AiKido, Tai Chi, or the Martial Art created by a woman for women, called Wing Chun.Strenghten your knee with gentle exercise, until it becomes stronger.Don't be limited by the limit you set yourself.Be wary of your knee, but don't let it stop you from fufilling your dreams.
Because there is no strength involved, all moves are easy to perform and no extra muscle is needed to apply the techniques.Yet the techniques can be very effective.
Better for you to learn a flowing art, like Kung Fu.Not the robotic, mechanical man style of Karate.
Bulky muscles simply slow you down, and are only really sported to impress others.They may have no real use if not developed for the right purpose, say for a particular movement where strenuous effort is required in a sport.
Learn the Art, then forget all.
Flow, be like water.
Train your body to react without stopping to think about how or what technique to perform.Because in that split second, you'll get hit...Do this,and you will be untouchable.
2007-09-16 15:27:52 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Dont listen to anyone that says BJJ off the bat, they're what I like to call backseat martial artists. Styles of martial arts are like tools. Each tool has its advantage and disadvantage which makes it harder and easier to use for some people. Some tools take many years to master before they can become efficient due to their advanced techniques, while others are basic simple hammer and wedge.
Thats why, you can never depend on someone to tell you what the best style is. You must decide for yourself and devote hard work to the training. As a beginner I would suggest you learn a striking, trapping, and grappling martial art. If you get confused you might wanna look up "The Tao of Jeet Kun Do", but thats not until you do some more discovering of your own self.
2007-09-16 15:44:37 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I agree with Mostwtd.
I think Wing Chun would be what you're looking for. It's a soft style that doesn't require much strength at all. Instead, it emphasizes speed. The training will help you lengthen your muscles rather than bulk them up.
The style should also help your knee.
I would advise checking to see if there's a school in your area and trying out a class. They should let you try it for free. You could also voice your desires and concerns to the Sifu (teacher) and ask them any questions to make sure that it's a fit for you.
If you feel like it isn't a fit, don't worry about it. Just keep looking for a school or style that suits you.
Good luck and I hope you find what you are looking for!
2007-09-17 02:44:27 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you don't want to develop too much muscle, I would have to say that the Internal Arts would be good for you.
But, depending on your age, a knowledgeable Internal Teacher might not teach you.
Internal Arts like Ba Gua Zhang, Hsing I Chuan, Tai Chi Chuan are usually not taught to younger people because it is important to develop your muscles and strengthen your sinews and joints first.
They might teach you, however, if you already have good muscle development.
They are light in movement but they develop "rootedness" in which you will be difficult to knock down.
Send me your zipcode and I will search for a good Teacher in your area.
2007-09-17 12:58:07 · answer #5 · answered by Darth Scandalous 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why don't you try a northern kung fu, taekwondo, shotokan, or shorinryu. They seem to be lighter and more flexible.
2007-09-17 01:33:38 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
two words............... jiu jitsu. This is the best answer your going to get
2007-09-16 14:14:54 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋