Integrated Defense Arts

Spent some time today going over my American Modern Aikido Knife Instructor training.  Two basic grips and around 10 different attacks.  Also did some kicks and punches.  Not much else to say, fairly routine.

I wanted to remind everyone to train by actually hitting something.  Kicking and punching the air is good for form, buy you need to be trained to absorb the impacts you are generating. 

Spent the last couple training sessions working on basic blocks and reverse punches.

Started the day with some active leg stretches.  I think that I will  work on my Point Balance today.  I will let you all know how it turns out; been awhile since I worked directly on my point balance.

For some strange reason my foot is swollen, so I am working on my seated defense and attacks.  In level 7 of Integrated Martial Arts we talk about being about to attack and defend from unusual positions.
     I was inspired by Loren Christensen to cover this topic as he explained it well in his training video, Solo Training.  Also, advanced Hapkido talks about self defense from unusual positions.

     Some of the unusual positions you can train in are: seated in a chair, lying on your back, sitting in a car (car jacking defense), and having your hands bound.  Can you throw a side kick with power and precision with your hand bound behind your back?  Better give it a try and find out you

Think I will do some body conditioning and review the first few levels of IMA.  I am alone today, so not to much hapkido training.

Hello friends and members.  I will do my best to keep you all informed as to what I am currently training in, problems I am having, and what I am studying in the world of the martial arts.