| Subject | Date Asked |
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| Thai Boxing Camps | 11/12/2008 |
Q: I am thinking quite seriously about taking 6 weeks out next year to go to Thailand to train at a ...
A: Tony, My student Kris just got back from 3 months in Thailand and he did train at one camp in ...
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| Training | 10/14/2008 |
Q: I actually have two questions, first one, would you say ankle weights and wrist weights are worth ...
A: Harold, Ankle and wrist weights are fine as long as you're nor doing anything ballistic while ...
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| muay thai | 10/13/2008 |
Q: what sort of running distance do you recomend for a beginner thai boxer as i have only been doing it ...
A: Daz, In the old days I was a big fan of long distance running. Today however, I recommend sprints ...
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| learn kickboxing with out proper instruction | 9/25/2008 |
Q: is it possible to learn kickboxing without going to class ? i am in a boy and girl home and i am ...
A: Andres, If it's not possible to get to a class but you have access to the Internet then all is not ...
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| Kick boxing flexibility at 40 | 8/28/2008 |
Q: I have retarted martial arts at 40 about 6 months ago and doing what is american-style kickboxing ...
A: Tony, Congrats on being such a great example of what us older guys should be doing in the first ...
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| thai kickboxing | 8/18/2008 |
Q: I am serious about learning Muay thai but allot of what I have seen class schedule wise is only in ...
A: Anthony, Are you thinking that I too am located in Washington? I love Seattle, just visited last ...
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| Starting Kickboxing | 8/10/2008 |
Q: Dwight, I am a 38-year-old father, looking for something to do with my 10-year old son to get us ...
A: Mr.Palmer, First of all, allow me to congratulate you on doing this with your son. As a martial art ...
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| Boxe Francaise-Savate | 7/24/2008 |
Q: I'm very much interested in learning Boxe Francaise-Savate but am having a lot of trouble finding a ...
A: Chris, I've received this question before and I'm sad to tell you that instruction in BFS is not ...
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| age to fight muay t hai | 7/19/2008 |
Q: what is the youngest you can fight muay thai in colorado i am 16 am i legal?
A: Dan, You should check with your Muay Thai instructor. I'm not sure if the rules are the same all ...
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| kickboxing fittness | 7/9/2008 |
Q: i have been trainnig for some time and dont seem to be loosing weight. i am of good fitness but am ...
A: Ryan, You hit the nail on the head. interval training is where it's at and will soon become all the ...
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| at home training? | 6/25/2008 |
Q: so i was wondering what would be a great training schedule for when i am at home and bored? I am ...
A: Orin, What's wrong with going to the beginner adult class when/if you can't make the intermediate ...
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| Shadow kickboxing | 6/21/2008 |
Q: I'm am going for my green belt grading and we have a contact fight as part of the assessment. I am ...
A: Katy, I'm not sure I understand exactly what you mean and at best it's difficult to give people ...
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| Kickboxing | 6/2/2008 |
Q: Good day Mr. Woods. I'm' looking for a excessive to help with balance. Any advice will be ...
A: Johan, I'm thinking you mean "an exercise" to help with balance. I have the easiest thing in the ...
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| Savate | 4/16/2008 |
Q: I live in Richmond, VA -- is there anywhere in driving distance that I can study Savate and/or Canne ...
A: Mitch, Probably the best thing to do is contact Salem Assli at this email address: ...
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| kickboxing training | 4/7/2008 |
Q: I want to learn kickboxing so bad but at this time I cannot afford to go to a class regularly. I ...
A: Robert, I have a series of Jeet Kune Do videos on expertvillage.com. Just do a search for jeet kune ...
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| kickboxer training | 4/1/2008 |
Q: i want to be a kickboxer in 4 months. i am 17 years old i need to gain 15 lbs to be in my desired ...
A: Carlos, You're 17 so of course you're in a rush to get where you want to be. Check out my colleague ...
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| one week to fight | 3/30/2008 |
Q: I ve jumped in at the deep end my fight was cancelled 3 weks ago and with my work demands havent ...
A: Craig, It's probably too late to answer you but I'm wondering why I keep getting these types of ...
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| 14 year old trying to learn Muay-Thai | 3/17/2008 |
Q: just recently i have found Muay-Thai/UFC a big interest i have big heart and dont give up easily at ...
A: Chase, Perhaps my friend Ken Koenig at Tiger Mountain Woodcrafts can help you. He is a member of the ...
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| Kickboxing | 2/25/2008 |
Q: I need help. Can you tell me some of the forms of kickboxing, and which would you think are the best ...
A: Suquoia, Funny you should send me this question today because just yesterday I finished a 2-day ...
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| savate | 2/8/2008 |
Q: hey i know you probably get questions like this all the time but do you know of anyone who, whether ...
A: Connor, Best thing to do is contact the California Savate Federation and find out if they have ...
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| Muay Thai/Kickboxing Bag | 2/5/2008 |
Q: My question pertains to the type of heavy bag I should be purchasing for Muay Thai kick boxing ...
A: Thelak, Sounds to me like you have the almost perfect setup for your 125lb banana bag. 6.5 feet ...
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| Beginner | 1/13/2008 |
Q: i am 26 year old beginner who has been recently introduced to Kick boxing by a friend, i have ...
A: Sri, I'll drop some names and you check out their websites to see if you can gain anything from ...
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| Boxing to MMA/UFC | 1/9/2008 |
Q: i have 2 questions. 1) Can i register for amateur UFC? and how can i do so. 2) I boxed for 2 years ...
A: Matt, You need to find yourself a good coach who trains amateurs and can take you in the direction ...
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| training | 1/7/2008 |
Q: I'm 14 years old and just started training in Muay thai about 3 weeks ago. I don't have a kickboxing ...
A: Andrew, Congrats on such a stellar workout and by yourself at that! Honestly your workout reminds me ...
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| Kickboxing - for an older beginner... | 1/7/2008 |
Q: I've recently started kickboxing training, but I'm an older beginner (36). I'm physically fit, ...
A: Kev, I thought I had answered this question before. Sorry for the delay. The answer to your ...
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| Kickboxing questions... | 12/31/2007 |
Q: my name is Jason and I have gotten into martial arts since the latest Chuck Liddell fight. I was ...
A: Jason, Most of the kickboxers nowadays are using a Muay Thai-type kickboxing style. Not pure Muay ...
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| Kickboxing and lumbar injuries | 12/16/2007 |
Q: I have an annular tear and 2 herniated disks in my L5-S1 region. I used to practice martial arts 7 ...
A: Michelle, Medical questions are really outside my expertise. That said, you must check with your ...
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| Mauy Thai | 12/13/2007 |
Q: away from the gym and whether doesn't permit to run outside for conditioning, what exercise and how ...
A: Clay, 20 minutes interval-like bodyweight exercising. We've achieved great gains doing combinations ...
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| Kickboxing | 12/2/2007 |
Q: Ok so couple questions: What is the average,fair, monthly price for Muay Thai kickboxing (nightly ...
A: Laurie, I don't know what you mean by "fair". Is that according to you or to the person teaching ...
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| Workout suggestions and/or tips? | 11/26/2007 |
Q: I know you're really busy and there's much more important questions... but you definitely seem very ...
A: Kay, I like the way your mind works because I can tell you've put some thought into this. Yes, you ...
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| muay thai? | 11/9/2007 |
Q: my name's Craig, I'm a local highschool student in seattle, im 17 years old, and Im interested in ...
A: Craig, There are two people in your area that I know of: Andy Wilson at MKG Seattle and Chris Clarke ...
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| kickboxing and injuries | 10/23/2007 |
Q: I would like to ask you about injuries, but not about injuries connected with legs, arms etc. I'm ...
A: Luke, Because Kickboxing is a contact sport you do have to worry about injuries. It's a tradeoff ...
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| What to do | 10/9/2007 |
Q: Im 14 and i want to learn kickboxing, but their's not a place that teaches it around where i live.
A: Dylan, Then do the next best things: 1. Try to get videos which can teach you a thing or two 2. If ...
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| Trainin question. | 10/4/2007 |
Q: I've been training in traditional shotokan karate for 9 years during the past 3 years I've also been ...
A: Ryan, You should make a decision that takes you in the direction you REALLY want to go. If you want ...
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| Kikboxing, Trainings | 9/30/2007 |
Q: first i would like to thanking you very much to be helpful and taking your times to help others by ...
A: BAZ, I try to help where/whenever I can. But unfortunately what you're asking for is way too ...
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| classes offered | 9/24/2007 |
Q: I'm looking to find out if there are any instructors in Virginia Beach, Va that offer Savate or Krav ...
A: Scott, I doubt you'll find an exclusively Savate school anywhere in the country, since most people ...
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| Cross training in Martial Arts | 9/16/2007 |
Q: I've been doing kickboxing/boxing for about two years and since I've moved to a new place I could ...
A: Lee, If it's possible to train in the TKD class and not have them change your kicking form then I'm ...
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| heavy bag | 9/14/2007 |
Q: I need help with starting kickboxing. I'm an athlete already, I run, swim, play soccer, and ...
A: Sammi, A 70lb bag might be good for starting out but eventually you'll want to get a "banana bag" ...
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| heavy bag | 9/8/2007 |
Q: Dwight I bought my son a heavy punching bag two years ago and hung it in the garage. Him and his ...
A: Barry, Here are the 15 Four Count Drills which make up the Level 1 Curriculum at my school: Left ...
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| Acl Reconstruction | 9/7/2007 |
Q: I am 24 years old and have been in the sport of kick boxing for the past 2 years, and also have been ...
A: Angad, Your doctor is infinitely more qualified than I am to tell you what you'll be able to do. I'm ...
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| Muay Thai Training | 8/31/2007 |
Q: I have tried a couple of places in Seattle and they all seem to be loosely structured. More of an, ...
A: Phillip, See if you can find an instructor named Chris Clarke at Northwest JKD/Kali, 34310 9th Ave. ...
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| Muay Thai Training | 8/31/2007 |
Q: I have tried a couple of places in Seattle and they all seem to be loosely structured. More of an, ...
A: Phillip, Unfortunately a lot of so-called Muay Thai places are springing up now and EVERYONE is a ...
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| Savate | 8/28/2007 |
Q: I would like to train for Savate, I live in Tucson, Arizona and I can't find any trainers here, ...
A: Richard, Unique Publications has a 2-part video series on Savate by Nicolas Saginac. But the ...
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| Kickboxing with bad hip | 8/27/2007 |
Q: I have a hip problem which stops me from running , is running part of kickboxing gradings ? or can i ...
A: Craig, Running isn't necessarily a part of kickboxing but kicking is and that may aggravate your hip ...
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| from swimming to kickboxing | 8/23/2007 |
Q: I'm a girl of 19 and, after 15 years of swimming, I've decided to try practising another sport. my ...
A: Giulia, I don't foresee any problems. it's funny I get your question today because yesterday I was ...
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| Self taught | 8/19/2007 |
Q: I'm 15 years old and have no experience in any martial arts, but I am very interested in it. I've ...
A: John, First of all 15 years old is no way near being too old to start martial art training. Don't ...
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| Re: Competition build up | 8/17/2007 |
Q: I have a question regarding the build up to a competition in light contact. At the moment I'd take ...
A: Luke, It all sounds excellent to me. As I started reading and I got to the part about the "3-5 5km ...
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| Muay Thai, and KickBoxing where and how? | 8/15/2007 |
Q: Hey, My names Ed, Thank you ahead of time for answering my letter. But I live in Long Beach New ...
A: Ed, The only good Muay Thai I know in New York is 1. Progressive Martial Arts (Nick Sacoulas) 2. ...
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| kickboxing | 8/7/2007 |
Q: hey i really want to learn to kick box because i some day want to become a ufc fight i am willing to ...
A: Cameron, If you want to be a UFC fighter then you have to train like a UFC fighter. That means you ...
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| Kickboxing and Bodybuilding | 7/4/2007 |
Q: Can one do bodybuilding and maintain gains (while still improving) and still be effective at kick ...
A: Andre, There's no reason why you shouldn't be able to do both. Your lack of favourable body building ...
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| im a beginner at kickboxing and i dont really know what to do | 6/2/2007 |
Q: I am trying to start kickboxing but im not sure what to do and there are no gyms around here. I ...
A: Phellan, In the final analysis, kickboxing is pretty much the same. There can be distinctions in the ...
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| im a beginner at kickboxing and i dont really know what to do | 6/2/2007 |
Q: I am trying to start kickboxing but im not sure what to do and there are no gyms around here. I ...
A: Phellan, It's really difficult to give anyone (especially a beginner) tips or a weekly workout. The ...
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| Martial Arts-Kickboxing | 5/29/2007 |
Q: I'm feeling a little dopey asking or messaging you about this subject, but oh well. I don't know ...
A: Matt, First things first. Get rid of all the negative mindsets. That will NOT do you any good nor ...
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| Stance | 4/11/2007 |
Q: he skulled me and said that you have your left in front of the right. Is it bad that i fight with my ...
A: Dave, If you're saying that you fight right side forward, then my question is Who's this "man"? ...
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| No UFC Sidekick??? | 2/14/2007 |
Q: ive been thinking about that for about forever and a half. this leads me to another question, i know ...
A: David, I think it would be useful in UFC-type matches but I don't think you're going to see it ...
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| No UFC Sidekick??? | 2/14/2007 |
Q: Ive noticed that most fighters in UFC or k-1 or pride fighting don't really use the sidekick very ...
A: David, I'll hazard a guess: It's because most of the UFC, K-1 and Pride fighters didn't come from a ...
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| diet | 2/13/2007 |
Q: Mr.Woods how u doing? My question is do YOU recommend same diet for people who practice karate and ...
A: Sanju, Sorry but I don't recommend any diets to anyone since I'm not qualified to do so. Diet and ...
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| what kicks are what ? | 1/21/2007 |
Q: ive been doing kickboxing for just under 5 weeks and am having trouble rembering what kicks are what ...
A: David, I'll be using my terminology. Keep in mind that your instructor might have different names ...
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| Looking to get fit | 1/12/2007 |
Q: I used to hitch hike across country and I also worked construction for three years, but when I got ...
A: Tanya, I'm going to suggest that you look into bodyweight calisthenics workouts. That way you can do ...
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| thai pad combinations | 1/11/2007 |
Q: Do you know of any good instructional videos or dvd's which demonstrate specific muay thai or ...
A: Rob, No, I don't but if you want I can write out and send you some basic combinations, if you think ...
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| starting kickboxing..how? | 1/10/2007 |
Q: I live in san diego california. I was thinking of taking some begining muay thai classes or possibly ...
A: Francesca, talk to the instructors at the gyms, see if they train people for competition. I do have ...
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| starting kickboxing..how? | 1/9/2007 |
Q: I 20 y.o. taking time off from college. I have played rugby (collegiate) and lacrosse and cross ...
A: Francesca, No, you're not too old. As the name implies "kickboxing" refers to the art of kicking ...
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| Kickboxing in Phoenix, AZ | 1/9/2007 |
Q: Do you have any recommendations for a good kickboxing class to join in Phoenix/Scottsdale, AZ area? ...
A: Mary, What have your online or offline searches revealed so far? There's no representatives for any ...
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| First Fight Training | 1/3/2007 |
Q: I have my first fight in kickboxing on January 27. I am wondering what kind of training tips you can ...
A: Brandon, Do you want me to be honest? You shouldn't be ONLY NOW seeking training tips to prepare for ...
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| muay thai - diet and fitness | 12/21/2006 |
Q: Hey, I've been studying muay thai and was wondering what sort of extra fitness I can do on top on ...
A: Kelie, Again I can't really advise you on diet because I'm not legally qualified. In my personal ...
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| muay thai - diet and fitness | 12/20/2006 |
Q: Hey, I've been studying muay thai and was wondering what sort of extra fitness I can do on top on ...
A: Kelie, I'm not really qualified to advise you on diets and such. But I have to ask you this: if ...
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| Muay Thai training in Miami | 12/7/2006 |
Q: I live in Miami and have no prior experience with any formal training. I am a firefighter and am ...
A: John, Thanks for your interest. We're on Kendall Drive at 12580 SW 88th Street in the Shoppes of ...
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| Flexibility | 11/27/2006 |
Q: Well I'm currently in Iraq and am trying to get back into kickboxing well its frustrating I know ...
A: John, You know Bill Wallace's Dynamic Stretching and Flexibility has always been for me, the best ...
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| starting of | 11/18/2006 |
Q: unfortunatly there is no kickboxing schools in my area for over 100 miles, i was just asking what ...
A: Dean, You're going to have your work cut out for you! First off, as far as cardio, you should ...
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| training methods!!!!!! | 11/13/2006 |
Q: my coach is setting it up and he is also training me for it,i know what my coach has set out for me ...
A: James, None! You don't need to be doing any extra training. Have you ever heard of OVERtraining? If ...
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| Punch bags for kickboxing | 11/10/2006 |
Q: I would like to buy a punch bag for training alone at home but do not have walls or ceiling strong ...
A: Jo, Try the XXL Wavemaster available from this link: ...
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| teaching | 11/8/2006 |
Q: i am no longer with my former instructor, and he didn't have a certification program. i am ...
A: Isaiah, Talk to Hatmaker, I'm sure he knows people who could set you up with KB certification. The ...
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| kickbxing for beginners | 11/7/2006 |
Q: I have arranged an induction for a class in my area and am a little worried that it may be out of ...
A: Jacqui, Don't worry, it's just an "induction" class. If you don't enjoy it then you don't have to ...
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| teaching | 10/30/2006 |
Q: how does one go about getting certified to teach kickboxing. i have years of experience, but no ...
A: Isaiah, Sorry about the delay in answering but I've been on the road doing seminars for the past two ...
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| Official or Legal age to participate Muay Thai professional match in Thailand | 10/27/2006 |
Q: I am now doing research on Muay Thai for my class at college. I have visited Thalland twice before, ...
A: Zen I can't tell "exactly" at what age kids in Thailand can compete professionally. From what I know ...
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| Trainers in Orcas Island? | 10/24/2006 |
Q: Mr. Woods Thank you for your time, you've been a really big help. And the answer to your question is ...
A: Rajeev, I figured it would be Kru Chris or Kru Andy Wilson. You've been in good hands at NW Kali and ...
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| Trainers in Orcas Island? | 10/24/2006 |
Q: Orcas Island is part of the San Juan Islands, the second largest one. Up north, by Anacortes.Dear ...
A: Rajeev, You're going to have to be in charge of your own training 'cause I don't know of anyone ...
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| Weight training | 9/10/2006 |
Q: What kind of weightlifting program can I create to supliment my kickboxing? reps and sets? cardio?
A: Kelsey, In my opinion, the old light weight/high reps formula still works. However, for functional ...
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| kicking speed | 8/20/2006 |
Q: i have been taking part in kickboxing for almost 2 years now but i feel i am not ...
A: Alan, The easiest way to gain speed in kicking is to kick faster. That sounds funny but it's true. ...
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| Exertion type headaches | 8/18/2006 |
Q: I'm a kickboxer and I'm starting to get serious headaches from skipping rope, heavy bag training ...
A: Joe, I've never had an exertion headache and before just now had never even heard of them. In any ...
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| health and fitness | 8/14/2006 |
Q: i havent looked properly and i already basically have the basic theniques from my karate, what could ...
A: Kieran, Make sure to look around, but keep in mind that traditional Karate techniques are a little ...
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| Suggested thai heavy bag | 7/31/2006 |
Q: I'm looking to buy an unfilled 6ft thai style heavy bag and was wondering if you had any suggestions ...
A: Cory, If you can find a banana bag from Permabilt then that's the way to go. I say this because I've ...
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| thanks, and sorry. | 7/23/2006 |
Q: first, i would like to appologise for inconveniencing you by asking you the same question twice. the ...
A: Asaad, If you're just tarininmg for fun and not looking to win a championship or soemthing like ...
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| intense training | 7/21/2006 |
Q: Dwight. i am an overweight 16 year old, and former juniour kickboxing student for 2 years. due to an ...
A: Asaad, You should focus on getting back into shape first before you focus on competing. You can't ...
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| Kickboxing | 7/12/2006 |
Q: I train at a proper gym and have a trainer. I was just wondering if you could think of a good ...
A: Duy, There are all sorts of theories out there. When I was younger, I alternated between weights and ...
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| Kickboxing | 7/9/2006 |
Q: I am training 5 days a week, each evening after work i do between 1 - 2 hours. I was wondering if ...
A: Duy, If you are really serious about going into amateur kickboxing then you have to be ready to ...
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| Schools in Fairfax, VA | 6/15/2006 |
Q: Can you please tell me if there are any MT schools in Fairfax, Va. I have some experience with MT ...
A: Rick, Start by looking at www.thaiboxing.com. In Virginia, I can personally vouch for Mateo de Los ...
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| muay thai training | 6/13/2006 |
Q: Dwight, im very serious and intrested in training in muay thai, but i dont know where to train or ...
A: Shareef, For Muay Thai in Seattle I would try to find Chris Clark at Northwest Martial Arts or Andy ...
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| closing the gap | 6/10/2006 |
Q: we train in a form of sparring similar to sanshou kickboxing. me and my sparring partner have both ...
A: Robert, Sounds like you need to add false attacks or feinting to your arsenal. Try creating ...
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| Side Kick Mechanics | 6/6/2006 |
Q: I am attempting to learn and perfect the different techniques of kickboxing, but I am experiencing ...
A: Kendra, Try the 6-count approach. From your ready position: 1. Slide back foot up to front foot ...
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| workout | 6/1/2006 |
Q: can you give me a sample workout? i would really appreciate it. this is what i want to accomplish my ...
A: Roibn, It's really difficult to give someone a workout over the Internet. My recommendation is to ...
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| stretching | 5/9/2006 |
Q: I have been doing kickboxing for 4 years and i still dont seem to get very good high kicks what kind ...
A: Jason, Sorry about the delay in answering. I read your question and answered it several days ago but ...
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| Muay Thai Schools in Fairfax, VA | 5/3/2006 |
Q: Woods, I am an ex-division 1 college soccer player who now wants to begin the sport of ultimate ...
A: Diego, I've never heard of Yamasaki but then again, so many Muay Thai schools have sprung up ...
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| sparring | 5/3/2006 |
Q: i sparr with my friends and i used to have really high good side,round house,ax,back and spin kicks. ...
A: Alfred, You should do three things: 1. realise that as you get older, flexibility decreases 2. ...
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| kicking pole | 4/5/2006 |
Q: Suppose I put a long, heavy pole into the ground to practise my kicks on. What kind of material ...
A: Robert, I would use a plastic tube then about 3" in diameter, well wrapped with foam and leather. ...
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| Kickboxing Training | 3/26/2006 |
Q: I am seriously thinking of picking up kickboxing. I do not intend to actually ever make it a career ...
A: Thomas, It'd be pretty hard to "school" you on techniques using the Internet. Your best bet would be ...
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| Kicking equipment | 3/21/2006 |
Q: Woods, I'm an old fart (37, actually:))who has recently started kickboxing. I intend to make a ...
A: Robert, Sorry for the delay in answering. I thought I answered your question earlier this week. I ...
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| Training in Miami | 3/7/2006 |
Q: I noticed in one of your responses you mentioned you were in Miami. Can you recommend a gym/facility ...
A: Patty, Obviously the best place in Miami is my school, Unified Martial Art in Kendall. Where are you ...
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| Stretching to Increase Kick Height | 3/4/2006 |
Q: I have been kick boxing (San Shou) for 6 weeks now, and I am pleased with my progress so far. I am ...
A: Simon, Yes, you're expecting too much too soon! But you already knew that. My suggestion: remember ...
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| use of anger in fighting | 2/24/2006 |
Q: this is a general question about fighting- controlled anger's probably a good thing right? when ...
A: Jeff, Exactly. As Bruce Sijo said in 'Enter the Dragon', "We need emotional content, NOT ANGER! Now ...
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| thai boxing and boxing | 2/16/2006 |
Q: Goal: To be the best thaiboxer I can Problem: Only thaiboxing gym in area trains only 3 days a ...
A: AJ, 3 times a week is pretty good in addition to some home practice which you sound disciplined ...
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| Savate training | 2/6/2006 |
Q: I live in Fayetteville, Arkansas and I was wondering if you knew if, although probably unlikely, ...
A: Alex, Unfortunately there are not that many Savate instuctors around. Best thing I can tell you now ...
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| I am a woman of 18, and i... | 12/4/2005 |
Q: I am a woman of 18, and i have a real drive to be a muay thai kickboxer, my question is i know that ...
A: Shaundy, If you want to be a good Muay Thai boxer then I think you should consider being trained by ...
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| havn't lost any weight, and looking bulky!! | 11/11/2005 |
Q: I have a relatively small-medium frame, but the places i'm getting much bigger are my arms, ...
A: Now I'm wondering if I'm the right person to answer your question since I'm partial to well-toned ...
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| havn't lost any weight, and looking bulky!! | 11/9/2005 |
Q: I've been doing kickboxing for six months and mostly go 4 times per week. I havn't lost any weight ...
A: Do you know what your basic body type is? Wher exactly do you feel that you've started to gain that ...
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| need help | 10/27/2005 |
Q: Followup To Question - I am unaware of such instituitions in our locality. Moreover my parents do ...
A: Aishee, I'm impressed that you've been able to create such a progressive workout on your own. Yes, ...
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| Children's Training | 10/21/2005 |
Q: I am doing a school project on kickboxing and I would be very grateful if you could tell me a ...
A: Amy, Sorry about the delay. I'm based in Miami... enough said! Can I first explain something to you ...
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| Beginner Kickboxer | 10/7/2005 |
Q: The Norwalk Tae Kwon Do Academy has a separate kickboxing program. I attend 3x per week for 45 ...
A: Marquita, Then you have to find a kickboxing school. If it's just a Fitness KB class you're right, ...
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| No good | 10/5/2005 |
Q: can you help me in my delema any thing closer to my location and more than one class a week would ...
A: Matthew, I'm not familiar with Louisville, Colorado. I know of some other guys at Mile High Karate. ...
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| kickboxing | 10/3/2005 |
Q: who came up with kickboxing ?what is the origin of kickboxing Answer - Cassie, It would depend on ...
A: Cassie, Well, kickboxing has existed for hundreds of years worldwide. In Thailand the modern-day ...
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| kickboxing | 9/23/2005 |
Q: I started kickboxing last week. I go twice a week, one of those days we do weights and ab work. I ...
A: Anne, In order to work the "lower abs" (there really is no such thing, it's just one long sheet of ...
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| Kickboxing | 9/18/2005 |
Q: Dwight, My friend and I have always wanted to take kickboxing lessons, but we don't have experience ...
A: Angie, It all depends on what benefits you want to obtain from getting involved in Kickboxing in the ...
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| I want out of my contract | 9/7/2005 |
Q: there number is 1-800-683-1210, I have been speaking to faye, she always answers the phone. I dont ...
A: Hannah, They just keep placing me on hold whenever I call. If you haven't been paying through ...
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| I want out of my contract | 9/2/2005 |
Q: I am not happy with my instructor, he did not tell me all of the expenses involved, the monthly ...
A: Hannah, I tried looking up AmeriNational but couldn't find them online and I don't know of them ...
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| I want out of my contract | 9/1/2005 |
Q: I am not happy with my instructor, he did not tell me all of the expenses involved, the monthly ...
A: Hannah, This isn't really my area of expertise but give me a bit of information and I'll see what I ...
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| Kickboxing in Seattle | 6/30/2005 |
Q: I was wondering if you know of any good kickboxing schools/classes in the Seattle area for ...
A: Erik, These are the numbers/emails for the guys and gals in Seattle who are part of the JKD/Muay ...
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| Increasing high Kick | 6/28/2005 |
Q: my name is Vincent and I am 16, recently I was in a boxing gym, training to do boxing for a long ...
A: Vincent, Best thing to do is to practise holding the kick in two of the kick positions:the chamber ...
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| Thanks! | 6/24/2005 |
Q: Hey Dwight, You might remember me I have asked you loads of questions before. I want to thank you, ...
A: Kenny, Quick answer: small meals 4-6 times a day, about the size of your fist each time, high ...
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| new exercise | 6/8/2005 |
Q: I am 42 and have recently been working out at a gym - mostly just riding the recumbent bike for ...
A: Stephanie, I'm not a doctor so I can't give medical advice. As a matter of fact, you should check ...
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| Young Person Workout | 4/12/2005 |
Q: Okay, Welp it's me kenny again, and has you know I'm getting into the art/sport of kickboxing. I ...
A: Kenny, As you might know I run a full time martial arts school, so forgive me if my answers always ...
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| JKD | 3/28/2005 |
Q: ---------------I Do not beleive so, but I used to know a a fellow with the same name as myself from ...
A: Jay, Sorry about the delay. I've been sick (still am actually) and not able to follow up on things. ...
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| Weight gaining and kickboxing | 3/27/2005 |
Q: I am a really skinny guy 6'1 and 140lbs..... I started lifting weights about 2 months ago...and at ...
A: Adam, You should do fine. I had the same situation when I was younger and it didn't affect me ...
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| Beginners Training | 3/4/2005 |
Q: Iv'e decided to start training in Kick Boxing, and was wondering if you could give me a rough ...
A: Senio, Your setup sounds pretty good to me already. What's going to be your source for technical ...
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Q: Followup To Question - I am 22 years old and training to be a kickboxer. I am working two jobs ...
A: Rebecca, What fight rules are you planning to fight under? I'm glad to hear you're working on proper ...
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| Muay Thai | 3/2/2005 |
Q: Eka 16 years old I just started Thaiboxing in scorpion Muay thai for 9 lessons now, About 4-5 motnh ...
A: Eka, You're 16 so your body can probably take it, but running 7-9 times a week is A LOT! You could ...
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Q: I am 22 years old and training to be a kickboxer. I am working two jobs and going to school and fit ...
A: Rebecca, The line in your original message which intrigued me was "I fit training in when I can". ...
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| I am 22 years old and training... | 2/25/2005 |
Q: I am 22 years old and training to be a kickboxer. I am working two jobs and going to school and fit ...
A: Rebecca, I hate to put it this way but realistically you are a hardworking 22 year old student who ...
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| Can I do cardio kickboxing everyday? | 2/25/2005 |
Q: I started taking a cardio kickboxing class about two weeks ago. I really enjoy it, and I would like ...
A: Beth, Looks like you made an excellent choice! I was just on your school's website. They look pretty ...
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| Can I do cardio kickboxing everyday? | 2/25/2005 |
Q: I started taking a cardio kickboxing class about two weeks ago. I really enjoy it, and I would like ...
A: Beth, We differentiate between "cardio" KB and our fitness KB. In the latter, we focus on martial ...
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| Muay thai, | 2/9/2005 |
Q: remeber me? In the past years I've been doing other martial arts from a foregin country am thai, so ...
A: Yes I remember you. I never knew you were Thai. Have you checked out your school to make sure it's a ...
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... | 1/29/2005 |
Q: sir how can i make my fists deadly strong to hit harder to destroy the target. Please reply soon ...
A: Aman, This isn't really my area since we don't train for that kind of performance. In my earlier ...
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| Muay thai and kickboxing | 1/15/2005 |
Q: I've read lots of articles on muay thai and what part of the body the martial art uses. Is it true ...
A: Theo, Yes, it's true Muay Thai uses the shin and kickboxing uses the foot but that's because they ...
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| Kickboxing training | 1/6/2005 |
Q: I've been thinknig about doing kickboxing for the past few months.. but the only problem is (this ...
A: Theo, 1. Before you sign up anywhere to take kickboxing, make sure you have a chance to check out ...
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| Kickboxing school in northern Virginia | 12/28/2004 |
Q: I've been doing cardio kickboxing in a martial arts school for 2yrs and I have enjoyed it greatly. I ...
A: Veronica, Here is a list of people certified under my teacher, Dan Inosanto (www.inosanto.com. Do ...
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| kickboxing | 12/7/2004 |
Q: I was wondering if kickboxing adds bulky muscles? I'm interested in getting into Kickboxing, but I ...
A: Danielle, Not at all! Only lifting heavy weights will develop bulky muscles. Depending on the ...
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| Kickboxing training | 12/6/2004 |
Q: I want to improve my kicks and my punch at the same time any advice on this; I got a 22kg punchbag ...
A: Ekachai, Be careful! It sounds like you're trying to go too fast. I can understand your excitement ...
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| Greetings my Friend | 11/26/2004 |
Q: Dwight, I extend a warm and heartfelt blessed Thanksgiving to you and the academy members. Minutes ...
A: Good to hear from you. What are you doing on allexperts? I couldn't find the video you were talking ...
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| Kicking power | 11/12/2004 |
Q: how are you dwight! I've been punching the punchbags at my new kickbxoing club and when I punch and ...
A: Ekachai, Working on the bag is a a great way to build stamina and conditioning, so you must keep at ...
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| martial arts | 10/3/2004 |
Q: my name is Will, i am 23. i have been interested in doing martial arts all my life and now the ...
A: Will, Conratulations on finding something even if it's just kickboxing. First things first: is it a ...
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| Self defenced kickboxing | 8/31/2004 |
Q: Nice to meet you again. You're the only helper on Kickboxing forums so I've come to you. I've just ...
A: Ekachai, Your workout sounds pretty good to me and I hope you stick to it. To be honest though, ...
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| Kickboxing | 8/26/2004 |
Q: the uppercut is not really a problem its just am not natuarl at it, while the spinning hook kick ...
A: Ekachai, Nobody's a natural at the uppercut! :) Just remember to dip your shoulder, keep your hands ...
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| Kickboxing | 8/26/2004 |
Q: I'd just join a kickboxing gym name phoenix that i don't know their reputations I done my two ...
A: Ekachai, I assume you liked what you got at the Phoenix gym and that's why you joined. If you're ...
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| bags | 7/17/2004 |
Q: My question is about buying a heavy bag. I had an everlast heavy bag, I think it was a 75 or 100 ...
A: Drew, Sorry about the delay in answering. I didn't have Internet access for a few days... I don't ...
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| movie stars | 6/14/2004 |
Q: I have 2 related questions that perhaps is your field or not, but I appreciate any help. 1. Can ...
A: Tim, First thing to remember: What people do on screen and what they do for real CAN be very ...
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| Kickboxing origin | 4/9/2004 |
Q: I have a 3-part question-- Could you tell me if kickboxing is the same as Tae Bo? Is it considered a ...
A: Fay, It's a very interesting question full of yes, no, maybe so answers! Let's start with your 3rd ...
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| self defence | 2/21/2004 |
Q: i just have a short basic question, is kick boxing usefull for self defence. im interested in ...
A: Jake, Yes, kicking and punching are good for self-defence as long as you train it that way. ...
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| Boxing | 1/8/2004 |
Q: i am not sure whether i have asked this in the right section. if i have asked it in the wrong ...
A: Michael, The 6 foot "banana bag" is actually designed for Kickboxing, i.e. kicking & punching. So ...
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| Kickboxing & Injury | 7/4/2003 |
Q: About 4 months ago, I fractured my foot in four places and tore ligaments and tendons while ...
A: Joni, You're right! It's really not my area of expertise to advise on injuries. Have you spoken to ...
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| Kickboxing | 4/19/2003 |
Q: I scuba dive, rock climb, play the piano, camp and do a lot of other activities.....and Ive been ...
A: Jessica, First off, at least twice a week is necessary if you're going to progress in Kickboxing. ...
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| Footwork | 5/13/2001 |
Q: ..i have seen many fighters fight with really cool footwork. I mean..their legs are like almost ...
A: Hanyu, Work on four things: agility, flexibility, strength and endurance. If the legs go you're ...
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| training drills to improve timing in fighting | 4/27/2001 |
Q: I would be very grateful if you could possibly outline a few training drills to improve timing in ...
A: Mr Galea, We have a saying in JKD that you will always be working on distance and timing no matter ...
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| Dear Sir,
How would you describe... | 3/30/2001 |
Q: How would you describe the killer instinct? and how do I develope it? Sincerely,
A: Peter, I guess you could call it "temporary insanity". The ability and willingness to control your ...
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| Setting opponent up for finishing blow | 1/3/2001 |
Q: I have seen fighters that are able to set up an opponent with a 3 or 4 punch kick combination so ...
A: Rob, I assume you mean you are able to land single blows on your opponent, but not combinations. You ...
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| Kickboxing | 10/3/2000 |
Q: Who is regarded as the Father of American Kickboxing: Tom Tannenbauam, Bruce Lee, Greg Baines, Joe ...
A: Joana, Good question! You know, it's hard for me to say. If you're talking about the sport of ...
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