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Fix body protector strap holders
The lower strap holders in Taekwondo body protectors seem to be their weakest spots. I have seen protectors in decent condition, other than the broken strap holders, that make them impossible or difficult to use.
Is there a way to mend them well…
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Searching for martial arts called "ki-chun" or anything that can help in concentration and control
I'm currently reading the book "Pragmatic Thinking and Learning" by Andy Hunt. It mentions about this martial art that can help in concentration and control. The martial arts is called "Ki-Chun." However, I can't find it. I tried googling it but i…
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Taekwondo technique similar to "Kamehameha"?
I was told that one of the Dan-level Kukkiwon poomsaes include a movement similar to the Kamehameha we see in the Dragonball cartoons.
Is this true?
If so, what would be the application for this technique?
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Snake Creeps Down
Snake Creeps Down: when coming from Single Whip, is it possible to open such a wide posture in order to bend the left foot almost straight ahead when squating the right one? When learning, did you feel unconfortable with the right knee?
I would…
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Which chinese martial art is known in the West as kung fu?
Since "kung fu" is not a martial art and simply means the mastery of a discipline, I'm wondering firstly which martial art is known in the public eye as kung fu and secondly which martial art is actually taught under this name.
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What causes stiff body while kicking? (Lack of flexibility or balance)
I have been doing roundhouse kicks for some time on my own.
But recently my sensei told me that my body was getting stiff during this.
I think my flexibility is ok. But its not perfect yet. However just need an explanation as to whats causing my…
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Ageing and Competition - Step back or Power through?
This probably applies to many arts - but my particular experience is Tae Kwon Do.
I love competing - and have been lucky enough to compete around the world in the adult black belt categories.
The successes have brought prestige to my club which has…
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Groin attack danger in full guard (especially stages 3, 4)?
How much is the groin open for an attack in full guard in different stages?
(Bruce Lee in Way of the Dragon)
Especially, in the stage 3 of the Gracie system:
It seems like groin is quite open, for example it seems it could be hit by an "uppercut"…
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Can a 60kg fighter fight in the heavyweight bout in boxing or wrestling?
In boxing and in wrestling, only the upper weight limit is given in Wikipedia and other sources that I have found. This would mean that a flyweight fighter can compete in the heavyweight division and not vice versa.
Is it actually legal that a…
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Are there any shortsword treatises/sources?
By shortsword, I mean ~40-80cm overall length (closer to 50-75cm).
Examples include "butterfly swords", "wakizashi", "gladius", and similar weapons.
Particularly, I am interested in the "model 1832 foot artillery sword", and similarly-shaped…
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What is the name of the postition with the leg retracted (in japanese)?
Recently my karate teacher told us to find out the name of the position (or it might have been the act of retracting your leg after a kick - I can't remember) when you retract your leg after a kick. For example after a front kick (mae geri), you…
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Are there any martial forms that utilize game boards as weapons?
Although this sounds absurd at first, there is a well known legend about the 12th Century samurai Satō Tadanobu beating back assassins with a goban. In the legend, he is said to have subsequently committed seppuku, which implies the board was an…
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How to keep a thai-style groin guard from loosening mid-practice?
The way I have my thai-style cup's strings set up is bowlines on the top two strings attached with bowlines, and the middle string with a cow hitch. Currently, the way I tie it on is secure the top two strings with a square knot in front, slide the…
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What is the relative frequency of Muay Thai in the UFC vs. other fighting styles and why?
In the UFC, Muay Thai seems to be much more common than kickboxing, karate, or tae kwon do. Is this actually true, or is it just my perception? What's the relative breakdown of the styles?
What are the reasons for this?
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Technique for landing a Teep
When landing a teep kick, should one apply pressure via the toes/palm of the foot or the heel?
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