Hello, I am not so much of a regular practitioner as I have work and some personal commitments which deter me to seriously train in Japanese Martial Arts. For the past 6 months I learnt only katas and I never got the chance for sparring and randori. On top of that most of my time is spent at work or in other personal commitments. so, I really don't have much time to train for myself. Just yesterday my sensei told me that I would be having exams in 2 weeks. I am in such a predicament. Is there any way where I can catch up the lost time and also regain my endurance so that I can be fit for exams in 2 weeks?
If your teacher says you're ready, you're likely ready. People don't set you up to fail like that. Train hard, train smart, have confidence in yourself and your teacher.
well, maybe you're right. i've got 2 weeks left. i was able to do some shadow boxing, weight training and some flexibility exercises so far. i've got more to do.
What will you be tested on? If it's compliment application of the syllabus and kata then you'll be fine if you know it. What belt level are you testing for? I personally wouldn't sweat it. If you pass you pass if you don't then do it next time when you've been training properly.
If you're training for say a black belt test and have to be in tip top shape for the sparring and calisthenics portion of it, I would say 2 weeks is too short but you can get damned close. If its an underbelt rank, you can definitely get by with just reviewing your curriculum. Surprisingly, doing kata full out with intensity is a very prime way of working out.
application of syllabus and kata is not a problem for me but I will also need to fight against 4 to 6 people and finally have an one-on-one fight which form part of my exams.
Well then .. if it's that, you might as well practice doing that haha. If that's not reasonable, train your footwork.
With such a short timespan you need to focus on sleep, nutrition and in particular hydration. Keep the diet clean and read the following two threads: http://www.martialartsplanet.com/forums/showthread.php?t=100117 http://www.martialartsplanet.com/forums/showthread.php?t=93727 It's no good being fit, but tired and dehydrated. Don't wait until the day before as that will be too late. Start now and be in front of the game.
I'd imagine the intent and contact must be low if its one vs 4-6 simultaneously?? What rulesets are you fighting under OP? Is it this weekend?
well, thanks very much guys for your advice! I did pass my exams. It consisted of application of techniques, kata and 1 on 1 full contact fight. as far the fight was concerned, I got defeated but I did not give up. Application of techniques and kata were successful. I'll soon get the results!!! =D
