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    hand conditioning

    And yet a gunsman with a modern Glock would have an insanely large advantage over someone using an 1800's revolver. In my opinion, one should...
    Post by: Amber, Jun 7, 2011 in forum: Ninjutsu
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    Weapon of Choice

    4-foot staff for me. I don't have much experience but I've had alot of fun with that.
    Post by: Amber, Jun 3, 2011 in forum: Weapons
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    Is it alright to learn Martial Arts from videos?

    In my opinion; you may be able to get some basic instruction on some punches, kicks, and basic defense (and maybe a throw or two); that you could...
    Post by: Amber, May 8, 2011 in forum: General Martial Arts Discussion
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    How often do you train?

    It means that it is cheaper for me to attend one casual class/week than it is to pay for a month's training, even if I can fit in more training in...
    Post by: Amber, Apr 24, 2011 in forum: General Martial Arts Discussion
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    How often do you train?

    At the moment, 5 times a week. No classes - mostly lifting, solo practice, a bit of cardio, and sometimes some light grappling with my partner....
    Post by: Amber, Apr 24, 2011 in forum: General Martial Arts Discussion
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    Can you block with a katana

    Just out of curiousity, does this cover all swords or just katana?
    Post by: Amber, Apr 24, 2011 in forum: General Martial Arts Discussion
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    Weapon of choice??

    Less sci-fi option; Naginata and short sword. Although I'd prefer a crossbow/shortsword combo.
    Post by: Amber, Apr 24, 2011 in forum: General Martial Arts Discussion
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    Weapon of choice??

    The Apature Science Portal Device and the Batsuit.
    Post by: Amber, Apr 24, 2011 in forum: General Martial Arts Discussion
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    Can you block with a katana

    Sounds like BS to me. I'm not expert, but my understanding is that it's preferable to use the back of the blade to block, because blocking on...
    Post by: Amber, Apr 24, 2011 in forum: General Martial Arts Discussion
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    How much is self defense training needed?

    As a general rule; yes; however I'd be concerned about more than JUST this. I used to live in a very dodgy area because I couldn't afford anything...
    Post by: Amber, Mar 30, 2011 in forum: General Martial Arts Discussion
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    building a style around everyday objects

    I haven't had alot of experience with weapons, but supposedly there is an amount of cross over once you've become proficient with a number of...
    Post by: Amber, Mar 30, 2011 in forum: General Martial Arts Discussion
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    Bent-over rows without bench

    Hold the barbell in one hand =P I did mean, as opposed to dumbbell rows with a bench. =P Thanks for the responses guys. Was a bit iffy about...
    Post by: Amber, Mar 30, 2011 in forum: Health and Fitness
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    Bent-over rows without bench

    http://www.exrx.net/WeightExercises/BackGeneral/BBBentOverRow.html Are bent-over rows, without the use of a bench, dangerous? I haven't had any...
    Thread by: Amber, Mar 25, 2011, 17 replies, in forum: Health and Fitness
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    Ranking System in Muay Thai !!

    ...really, just get over it. Most clubs that have a belt system don't expect you to wear them. Despite having gone to a grading, I've never...
    Post by: Amber, Mar 14, 2011 in forum: General Martial Arts Discussion