tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26909416620384628772024-03-13T12:07:48.826-07:00Asas-ayien The Japanese Martial ArtsThis blog relates to only the Japanese martial arts including Okinawan Karate-doLatimoreheahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13871693020577173319noreply@blogger.comBlogger14125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2690941662038462877.post-73422381087415499972014-05-05T12:12:00.003-07:002014-05-05T12:12:58.161-07:00Yoga and Martial Arts - Some stretches<iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/FzaOFUwKsbI" width="420"></iframe><br />
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In this video you can learn how to incorporate some yoga stretches into your warm up routine. I like how this video explains how to do it.Latimoreheahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13871693020577173319noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2690941662038462877.post-25232152193216215692014-05-05T12:11:00.001-07:002014-05-05T12:11:16.329-07:00Yoga is like the martial artsYoga just like the martial arts is open to all folks of different ages, religions and life styles. One require not spend for an individual coach or attend a stature Yoga course. You'll find mentions and publications that you can use if you need to understand Yoga self-instructed.<br />
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Yet, you must select a type or type of Yoga which is minded for you and your life-style. It's additionally very important to understand your own qualities to ensure your learning is directed. It really is because each type of Yoga has its unique type of meditation. New types of Yoga can also be developed today.<br />
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Moreover, there are dvds and movies accessible in the marketplace to direct you as a novice. Additionally there are provides accessible if you are already using or executing the physical actions associated with Yoga and sold. There are yoga exercise for novices, yoga for partners, yoga with power and elegance and movies like Yoga for jocks.<br />
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Equipment like yoga straps, yoga belts, yoga mats and blocks. You'll find mats offering support if you are already in to the workout.<br />
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Mats function as a pillow for you if you are performing on hard flooring. They can be accompanied with blocks that help you in your Yoga exercise together with Yoga straps.<br />
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Moreover, it's suggested that you just decide clothes that won't prevent you from going freely. This way, you'll be able to extend and enhance your versatility abilities.<br />
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If you like the martial arts or TKD then try browsing these blogs. They do have some good ideas and techniques you can learn:<br />
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<li><a href="https://www.rebelmouse.com/mousekarate">https://www.rebelmouse.com/mousekarate</a> </li>
<li><a href="http://kickboxer.blog.com/">http://kickboxer.blog.com</a></li>
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So what am I thinking you ask? Well I think it will be something that she appreciates. She has been training for about a year and a half and her belts are just pilled up in her closet next to her shoes. She is very passionate about her training and I thought this would be a good way for her to display her belts.<br />
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The<b> karate belt display</b> that I am considering is this one: <a href="http://www.karatebeltholders.com/displays/belt-displays/">http://www.karatebeltholders.com/displays/belt-displays/</a>.<br />
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She trains in Kyukoshin Karate and is a very good tournament competitor. She has taken 2nd place in a regional tournament.<br />
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A great picture that looks like <a href="http://karate-chopsticks.deviantart.com/art/i-d-drink-the-red-from-your-heart-in-one-sitting-415151722">two karate kids in love</a>. <br />
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<br />Latimoreheahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13871693020577173319noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2690941662038462877.post-47521236162293561722014-01-26T09:59:00.000-08:002014-01-26T09:59:00.499-08:00My Girlfriend Winning TournamentsI wanted to just post this for fun, especially seeing as I have a new girlfriend. Yes she trains in the martial arts too.<br />
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She has been winning some local tournaments. Go LISA!Latimoreheahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13871693020577173319noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2690941662038462877.post-64112659693497601332014-01-13T09:45:00.000-08:002014-01-13T09:45:00.378-08:00Stretching To Help My SparringI have been working on my stretching and have even attended a few yoga classes to help with my hip flexor flexibility. I feel I have been getting better but wanted to help move everything along.<br />
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I am also considering buying some equipment to help with it too. One of then pieces I am ordering is the <b>leg stretching machine</b>: <a href="http://www.bestlegstretchers.com/shop-gear/pro-swift-stretcher/">http://www.bestlegstretchers.com/shop-gear/pro-swift-stretcher/</a><br />
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They also have a video that shows other stretching equipment they carry but I think the pro stretcher is what I want. <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UFSSeYvVwqc">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UFSSeYvVwqc</a><br />
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What do you think? The front handle is removable so you can stretch all the way to the front.Latimoreheahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13871693020577173319noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2690941662038462877.post-42352570508770597942014-01-10T09:38:00.000-08:002014-01-10T09:38:00.097-08:00Ninja Tabi Shoes - Worth It?I have been considering buying some tabi shoes for my apartment. They seem pretty cool and comfortable (according to my friend Lisa). But what I am unsure about is the split toe. I am not sure if having my big toe separate from my other toes will feel comfortable.<br />
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Here is where I am considering buying my ninja tabi shoes <a href="http://www.realninjagear.com/ninja-equipment/ninja-tabi/">http://www.realninjagear.com/ninja-equipment/ninja-tabi/</a>. They are not that expensive. But I still do not want to waste my money.<br />
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A closer look at them here in video:<a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nUkd5m49h-g"> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nUkd5m49h-g</a><br />
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Latimoreheahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13871693020577173319noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2690941662038462877.post-26341578093019428052014-01-06T09:37:00.001-08:002014-01-06T09:37:37.166-08:00Hard Sparring In TaekwondoI have always loved to spar hard when I am getting ready for a tournament. And this year will be no different. I have started a new workout routine. I am jogging 3 miles in the mountains and adding some different types of weight training to regimen.<br />
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In addition I am trying out some new sparring gear: <a href="http://www.taekwondosupplies.org/category/tkd-foam-sparring-gear/">http://www.taekwondosupplies.org/category/tkd-foam-sparring-gear/</a> It seems pretty good and easy to clean so I am happy about that. Everyone knows how hard it can be to keep your gear from getting stinky.<br />
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Also I have some new training partners who are versatile in TKD who are training at a new school here in California. (If you are unsure how to choose a TKD school go here:<a href="http://www.wikihow.com/Choose-a-Taekwondo-School"> http://www.wikihow.com/Choose-a-Taekwondo-School</a>.)<br />
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My new partners have been training for over 7 years so their experience in tournaments will help me with my sparring.<br />
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Seeing how the two nations are close geographiocally I would say yes they are related. Of course each country has its own unique way of doing the techniques based on its ancestors and culture.<br />
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The one thing I do find interesting is that Japanese Karate and Chinese Kung Fu both wear peasant uniforms to workout in. The Chinese wear a kung fu uniform (see it here at <a href="http://www.classickungfuuniforms.com/">www.classickungfuuniforms.com</a>) and the Japanese wear a karate gi (see a video of it here at <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lRHwJcInqck">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lRHwJcInqck</a>). I find that very interesting.<br />
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It seems that both cultures wore what was on hand. And that was the common clothing of the day.<br />
To see more of the more elaborate clothing worn by these ancient Asian cultures check out this video I found: <br />
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<br />Latimoreheahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13871693020577173319noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2690941662038462877.post-77607626900425118302013-11-05T13:57:00.002-08:002013-11-05T13:57:51.228-08:00Ancient Arts Of Japan Like The NinjaHere is an old but mysterious style from Japan. Ninjitsu! Back in the 80's this was a very popular martial art. It was popularized by the first American Ninja: Stephen K Hayes.<br />
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He wrote all kinds of books about this art. There are many arts within ninjistu. Tai-jitsu is the unarmed style of the art. He is an interesting man and you can learn more about him here: <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stephen_K._Hayes">http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stephen_K._Hayes</a> . He started training way back in 1975 in Japan and then came back to the US and started teaching. However he only taught a few students. It was not until recently that he started teaching the public.<br />
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So where can you get the clothing that they wear? It looks pretty cool. Go to <a href="http://www.authenticninjaclothing.com/more-ninja/ninja-clothes/">http://www.authenticninjaclothing.com/more-ninja/ninja-clothes/</a> and see the different kinds available.<br />
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Here is an example of traditional karate kumite, This particular match is the finals for the weight class of 75kg.<br />
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Katas can be carried out independently or in pairs. These rank tests are often done on a single class day put aside for the performance. The ratings for black belts in most Japanese Fighting styles are called Dans. In Japanese, dan can be used to mean stage or level, in this instance meaning degree. As this history is older, the guidelines for getting dans are better. At the very least 3 3rd dans should be present, to rise towards the level of black belt. You may become a certified instructor, though having your belt by no means makes you a specialist once you've your black belt. You're always studying in karate. You will find 10 examples of black belt. The initial 5 dans could be acquired through opposition, assessment, and performance of katas. Dans 6-10 can just only be performed through larger contribution to the martial-arts world and years of skilled training. These higher dans could be granted only by even higher ranked representatives of the main [often regional] school or by steering committee. Latimoreheahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13871693020577173319noreply@blogger.com0