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    Floor Mats

    I wanted to see if anyone could give me some advice on floor mats. What I plan on doing is creating a small "home dojo" such that I can train...
    Thread by: Kaizen-th3, May 24, 2009, 5 replies, in forum: General Martial Arts Discussion
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    Is TKD worth it?

    You probably heard this a million times, but effectiveness is really up to the martial artist and not the art itself It is a common trend that...
    Post by: Kaizen-th3, Nov 30, 2008 in forum: Tae Kwon Do
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    Pretty head shot or solid body shot?

    There is a lot of good advice here. Although hit whatever is open with the tools you have. Situations can arise that it makes sense to hit their...
    Post by: Kaizen-th3, Nov 30, 2008 in forum: Tae Kwon Do
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    Younger Instructors

    I have no problem with a younger instructor. Age plays no place such that the instructor has the skills necessary to be effective. Although...
    Post by: Kaizen-th3, Nov 30, 2008 in forum: Tae Kwon Do
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    Does anyone here do the Palgwes?

    We learn them post black belt, 3 for each testing. So.. 1-3 for 2nd dan 4-6 for 3rd dan 7-8 for 4th dan
    Post by: Kaizen-th3, Jan 15, 2008 in forum: Tae Kwon Do
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    Human Weapon: Taekwondo

    I was pleased with this episode! I was afraid it was going to be McDojo oriented. They included Master Kang and the Yong-In University. All of our...
    Post by: Kaizen-th3, Jan 4, 2008 in forum: Tae Kwon Do
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    Starting to lose my patience and motivation to continue taekwondo

    ^^ Well said Aaron! I have also felt that I have reached several plateau's of training, but they pass with time. When you start instructing...
    Post by: Kaizen-th3, Jan 4, 2008 in forum: Tae Kwon Do
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    It's your turn... Human Weapon does TKD Friday 12/21.

    I agree. Jason is a much better kicker. In previous episodes I remember Bill hardly being able to kick above his waist... Overall the fight was...
    Post by: Kaizen-th3, Dec 17, 2007 in forum: Tae Kwon Do
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    Any particular reason?

    Had to take 1 more credit hour my senior year in college. I wanted to do something fun, TKD fit my schedule well and I always wanted to try a...
    Post by: Kaizen-th3, Nov 19, 2007 in forum: Tae Kwon Do
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    TKD Check In

    Yup didn't see me either :( 550. Kaizen-th3 - WTF, NC, USA
    Post by: Kaizen-th3, Nov 9, 2007 in forum: Tae Kwon Do
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    Hands UP!

    It is moreso dodge/side step and counter. Or anticipate the attack and act FIRST. The block-counter strategy is VERY effective, just WTF is a...
    Post by: Kaizen-th3, Oct 12, 2007 in forum: Tae Kwon Do
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    Hands UP!

    I do see your point and it does make sense. I would rather not be there instead of blocking the hit. Speed is key here. Want to talk about...
    Post by: Kaizen-th3, Oct 12, 2007 in forum: Tae Kwon Do
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    Hands UP!

    More balance and speed. While it does not add a significant amount, it can be enough to make the difference at a higher level of competition....
    Post by: Kaizen-th3, Oct 12, 2007 in forum: Tae Kwon Do
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    Self defense in TKD

    I have been a member of two different schools, and they teach self defense completely different! Here is what I mean... For example, in my...
    Post by: Kaizen-th3, Oct 6, 2007 in forum: Tae Kwon Do