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| Subject | Date Asked | Expert |
| Questions | 2/1/2012 | Hani McToom |
| Q: I have a few questions about Tae Kwon Do. I am about to start training in Tae Kwon Do to help me ... A: . self defense inTKD depends on the school and objectives and goals of the instructor. There are ... | ||
| Arthritis &Taekwondo | 1/31/2012 | Nathan J. Nowak |
| Q: I have slight arthritis in my left knee.. Is it safe to learn Tae kwon Do? I avoid any moves which ... A: Good Evening and Thanks for the Question. First, I think TKD would be great for your mom if she's ... | ||
| daily fitness training | 1/14/2012 | Nathan J. Nowak |
| Q: Taekwon. i am a 23 year old practitioner of WTF Taekwondo who has been graded to the 2nd dan. Please ... A: I need a little more information about you and your current training in order to point you in the ... | ||
| pre-tournament meals | 1/1/2012 | Nathan J. Nowak |
| Q: I have twin 10yr olds, a boy and a girl that are First Poom black belts in TKD and are competing in ... A: I'm really excited for you and your twins. It's a great journey through martial arts and especially ... | ||
| training plan for the US Open | 11/16/2011 | Nathan J. Nowak |
| Q: I am preparing a weekly training plan in preparation for the US Open 2012 in Feb in the ultra ... A: After taking a couple days to look around for info on the internet about training programs for TKD, ... | ||
| training plan for the US Open | 11/15/2011 | Nathan J. Nowak |
| Q: I am preparing a weekly training plan in preparation for the US Open 2012 in Feb in the ultra ... A: Can you give me more information about your situation and training up to this point? What weight ... | ||
| Help | 10/31/2011 | Hani McToom |
| Q: We do a 4 direction kicking drill lets say I do a Front Snap I do a front snap at each wall north, ... A: I don't understand what you want me to explain. Instructor is telling you to do things and you ... | ||
| Taekwondo Training | 10/29/2011 | Hani McToom |
| Q: Explain the focus pad circle drill. A: Please elaborate more on your question. Focus pads drills are easy and straight forward. - You can ... | ||
| Help | 9/27/2011 | Julee Peck |
| Q: First My Instructor taps the Numchuks and we do a Front Snap kick explain what this drill does. And ... A: Michael- Thank you for your email. The first drill you described sounds like a focus and speed ... | ||
| tornado kick/roundhouse kick | 7/8/2011 | Hani McToom |
| Q: is the tornado kick, a.k.a. whirlwind kick, Nei Xuan Feng Tui, etc. a variation of the 'roundhouse ... A: Yes David, it is a variation of the roundhouse kick because it ends with one. The difference is that ... | ||
| Training for speed | 5/23/2011 | Hani McToom |
| Q: i just researched a lot read all bruce lee books appllied them all but i cant get the lightening ... A: All what you're doing is fine. This is the right way to practice.. Speed comes whith regular ... | ||
| A Solid Instructor in the NYC or North Jersey Area | 5/10/2011 | Hani McToom |
| Q: I would like to start Learning Tkd but every school I've checked out so far was either a Mcdojo or ... A: I admire your objectives to find a real TKD instructor and encourage you to do so. However, I cannot ... | ||
| taekwondo | 5/8/2011 | Julee Peck |
| Q: could i wear my ankle weights to increase my speed in kicking.? A: Kevin- In general I would not recommend wearing ankle weights to increase kicking speed. Wearing ... | ||
| 8 year old hasn't been progressing | 1/9/2011 | Hani McToom |
| Q: I am debating on switching gyms. I understand that each gym has different belt systems so I hope I ... A: I would strongly recommend that you search for another gym even if the current gym change their new ... | ||
| jr nationals | 12/20/2010 | Gerard Robbins |
| Q: Do color belts have to qualify to go to jr. nationals? I have several colored belt jrs 8 to 13 years ... A: The rules in countries and regions differ that is why we suggest that you send your email to the ... | ||
| Your certification | 12/14/2010 | Hani McToom |
| Q: Can you explain to me how at the 3rd Dan you can hold Instructor certification from the WTF / ... A: You are right about that 4th dan is the minimum requirement for instructor certificate. In fact I ... | ||
| Past Olympic Team Claims... | 12/10/2010 | Gerard Robbins |
| Q: I was wondering if there is an Olympic governing body that 'polices' false claims of Olympic team ... A: Many people male claims to have been in this or that event or a member of the team. If they were an ... | ||
| Age | 10/11/2010 | Hani McToom |
| Q: I am 25yrs of age, i am from Hyderabad, India Since childhood, i want to become a good professional ... A: I highly admire your passion and support it. To answer your question, I would say that age might be ... | ||
| Age, Knee pain | 10/11/2010 | Hani McToom |
| Q: I took training in taekwondo for months when i was at the age of 19 when i am out of my house for ... A: Let me summarize your questions into subject: 1. Knee pain. 2. Competition and age. 3. diet. 1. ... | ||
| Taekwondo hip pain | 9/29/2010 | Simon |
| Q: I practice taekwondo, am an active runner and badminton player. However, after I did turning kicks ... A: Glenn! Sorry about the time it took for me to answer this question. Keep stretching your hip ... | ||
| Tournament Qualifications | 9/12/2010 | Nathan J. Nowak |
| Q: My son is 8 years old and he is going to receive his black belt in tae kwon do next month. He went ... A: I have a question for you before I can give you the right direction to follow. What organization do ... | ||
| Tricking opponents | 9/7/2010 | Simon |
| Q: I am good at sparring, not awesome but good, and look up other martial arts techniques on ... A: What's up Andrew? The main move for deception during a sparring match is called feinting. It's ... | ||
| college self defense | 7/6/2010 | Julee Peck |
| Q: ..Is it normal for a self defense class to teach girls to grab a man's testicles in a fight? A: Kathy- Thank you for your question. If a woman is being attacked by a man, the groin area is a ... | ||
| Training | 7/5/2010 | Nathan J. Nowak |
| Q: i'm a 15 year old female, and my current belt rank is Donbo, next summer, i will be testing for my ... A: Keats, Thank you very much for the question. I need some more information from you before I can ... | ||
| Taekwondo or Hapkido | 6/25/2010 | Julee Peck |
| Q: My question is: which style will give a better workout, Taekwondo or Hapkido? thanks A: Kerry- Thank you for your question. The specific style does not determine the level of workout ... | ||
| Learning TKD | 6/20/2010 | Nathan J. Nowak |
| Q: I am 19 and i always wanted to learn Tae kwon do but i was overweight and sedentary , now i'm active ... A: It is never to late to start. The first step is to find a credible Tae Kwon Do school. Once you find ... | ||
| Fitness/Nutrition | 6/3/2010 | Nathan J. Nowak |
| Q: I am 15 years old. I'm a first degree black belt. What should I do in the nutrition zone? I try ... A: Paul, How's your training schedule working out? I didn't really see a question here. I thought we ... | ||
| Trainning for the Olympics | 5/23/2010 | Nathan J. Nowak |
| Q: I'm 15 and Female I'm almost a black belt it WTF Taekwondo I have over 3 years experience in WTF ... A: Anna: Congratulations on training and setting a goal for the Olympics. First you will need to be a ... | ||
| 520 kick | 5/23/2010 | Hani McToom |
| Q: sir , i have been learning taekwondo in jeddah . i have the problem with 520 degrees kick i cannot ... A: yes as I expected. for the spinning you have to learn how to twist your waste. The secret of the ... | ||
| 520 kick | 5/20/2010 | Hani McToom |
| Q: sir , i have been learning taekwondo in jeddah . i have the problem with 520 degrees kick i cannot ... A: I don't know what kick you mean by 520 degree kick. if you know the kick name in korean please ... | ||
| Tae Kwon Do Questions | 5/18/2010 | Simon |
| Q: My name is Emily, and I am a 6th grade student at Miller Middle School. We have to do an a face to ... A: I would be glad to do your interview via. phone. You can e-mail me at Simonc8221@yahoo.com with your ... | ||
| Tae-kwo-ndo | 5/14/2010 | Simon |
| Q: Hey!would u Please tell me among the Basic Tae-kwo-ndo kicks!which ones are Best used as attacking ... A: It depends on the situation. Roundhouse kick variations are most commonly used as offensive, back ... | ||
| Fitness/Nutrition | 5/13/2010 | Nathan J. Nowak |
| Q: I am 15 years old. I'm a first degree black belt. What should I do in the nutrition zone? I try ... A: Paul: Thanks for the follow up. I apologize for the delay in responding. Since we had already ... | ||
| TKD start age | 5/13/2010 | Nathan J. Nowak |
| Q: what do you recommend for a 5 years old boy to get TKD trainning? such as: how long for each class, ... A: Vivien, Thanks for the question. In my opinion, there are two major problems with this scenario. ... | ||
| Tae-kwo-ndo | 5/11/2010 | Simon |
| Q: I would like to know the Best counter techniques for axe kick and spinning whip kick,ma second ... A: Good to hear from you again, Collins. It is your responsibility during a match to make sure that ... | ||
| Tae-kwo-ndo | 5/10/2010 | Simon |
| Q: I would like to know the Best counter techniques for axe kick and spinning whip kick,ma second ... A: I'm glad that you asked me a follow-up. In order to counter after an axe kick, you need to dodge to ... | ||
| Tae-kwo-ndo | 5/8/2010 | Simon |
| Q: I would like to know the Best counter techniques for axe kick and spinning whip kick,ma second ... A: Hey Collins! The axe kick is a vertical kick (meaning it goes up and down and has no impact area to ... | ||
| Fitness/Nutrition | 5/7/2010 | Nathan J. Nowak |
| Q: I am 15 years old. I'm a first degree black belt. What should I do in the nutrition zone? I try ... A: Paul, Thanks for the questions. I need a little more information before we start. Since you're 15, ... | ||
| Tae-kwo-ndo | 5/3/2010 | Nathan J. Nowak |
| Q: i have two questions!first i would like to know how i can improve in my kicking,since i have this ... A: Collins, There are many different counters for kicks. A lot of it depends on you, your skill level ... | ||
| Tae-kwo-ndo | 4/24/2010 | Nathan J. Nowak |
| Q: i have two questions!first i would like to know how i can improve in my kicking,since i have this ... A: Hey Collins,Thank you for your question. It's a little difficult to answer this question with the ... | ||
Tae Kwon Do
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Nathan J. Nowak
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Expertise
We can answer any questions pertaining to Olympic Tae Kwon Do sparring. Questions about fitness and nutrition as relating to TKD training and preparation for tournaments and competition. Specific techniques and tactics while training, weight training and agility, mental toughness and visualization exercises and "day of" preparation.
Experience
I have been in martial arts for over 26 years. I'm a master instructor (4th Dan) in TKD. I also have a black belt in karate. I've competed in Olympic TKD since '91.
As and athlete:(highlights) Winning a silver medal at Jr. Olympic nationals ('92), AATU National champion ('94), over 10 GA State Championship and GA Games medals. Won a bronze medal at the U.S. Open (2000). With drew from the Olympic Qualifier in 2004 from a torn ACL.
As a coach: (highlights) I've coached a women's TKD team since '99. With over 30 members spanning the eight year history of the team, we have 7 National Championship Gold medals, 2 Silver and 1 Bronze. The team medals at every state and regional tournament they attend. Several members have been undefeated for several years. Our training covers strength and endurance workouts, tactics and strategy, nutrition and supplementation, mental toughness and visualization, and maintaining weight while leading up to competition.
I've been a certified personal trainer since "98 and have worked in the fitness and nutrition arena since '94. The team has their own training center that they share with the gym that I own. Trinity Fitness in Atlanta, GA
Organizations
USAT
AAU
USSSA
NSCA
Publications
Atlanta Sports and Fitness Magazine, CBS46 News Atlanta, FOX's Good Day Atlanta, Atlanta Journal and Constitution and in newspapers across the United States, selfgrowth.com, helium.com, trinitybody.com.
Education/Credentials
Personal Training Certificate (School of Fitness and Nutrition)
4th Dan Black Belt (Kukkiwon)
USAT Certified Level 2 Coach
AAU Certified Coach
Former USSSA Certified Coach
Member of NSCA
Awards and Honors
Coach of 2001 AS&FM Athlete's of the Year "P.T.S. TKD Team"
First runner up 2001 AS&FM Fittest Male of the Year
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