Whenever you see a Taekwondo sparring match these days, you often see the Taekwondo practioners spar with their hands down. Like really, they aren't even protecting their head.
Why is this so?
Because most points scored in Taekwondo (WTF) are to the body and not so often the head. However, when ever the opportunity arrises Taekwondo practioners throw head kicks and we see people get knocked out. This is because...well THEY DIDN'T KEEP THEIR HANDS UP.
When someone gets hit in the head, and blindsided they are much much more likely to be knocked out. Why? Because your brain can't process where the heck it came from so it goes to defense mode and shuts down.
Think about any other competition where martial artists have their hands down....um I can't think of any. I get that Dominic Cruz fights with this hands down, but that's wayyyy different considering he's actually a well rounded fighter and uses it as a strategy. Alot of Taekwondo people are lazy and don't put their hands up because its the "cool" thing to do and it takes less energy.
ITF isn't so great either. They are sooooo bouncy and yet some people still have their hands down. And the lack of full contact is disturbing. Why should you be awarded in a martial art to simply touch the opponent rather than do damage? I could on and on about this, but if you like what you see, consider checking out our Youtube Channel, as we post videos on our rants of martial arts 5 days a week.
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Monday, March 28, 2016
Street Fighter V Review: Why There Are So Little Characters
I know on this blog, we talk about exposing bullshido and promoting real martial arts. However, I am also a fan of video games and I recently played this game so F, it I'm going to give you a brief review.
I'm no gaming expert. I'm really just a casual player. So I'm not going to talk about the science stuff that people talk about when going over a fighting game.
I never played the story mode and strictly played it multiplayer. As a game, I can tell you it's fairly fun. There aren't very many characters however, yet they all have a unique fighting style, whereas the other games it was packed with characters but alot of them fought similarly.
The smoothness of the game is pretty good and definitly an improvement of the previous one. However if you are looking for a game that will last you a long time, this one will not. It gets boring after a while and i think the only reason I would play a street fighter game is because of the large roster so I wouldn't get bored. The problem with this one is that its directed more towards serious gamers rather than casuals.
I'd give this game a 7/10
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I'm no gaming expert. I'm really just a casual player. So I'm not going to talk about the science stuff that people talk about when going over a fighting game.
I never played the story mode and strictly played it multiplayer. As a game, I can tell you it's fairly fun. There aren't very many characters however, yet they all have a unique fighting style, whereas the other games it was packed with characters but alot of them fought similarly.
The smoothness of the game is pretty good and definitly an improvement of the previous one. However if you are looking for a game that will last you a long time, this one will not. It gets boring after a while and i think the only reason I would play a street fighter game is because of the large roster so I wouldn't get bored. The problem with this one is that its directed more towards serious gamers rather than casuals.
I'd give this game a 7/10
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Saturday, March 26, 2016
The Future Blog Posts
Hello everyone,
So starting today I will be posting blog posts 5 days a week as opposed to 7. My schedule has been a bit busier and instead of coming up with more blog material for those 2 days, I'm going to be working on youtube videos for the week to make sure they are at a higher quality. Thanks for checking out my blog and remember to check out our infamous. Youtube channel!
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Friday, March 25, 2016
The Pros And Cons Of UFC 200 Potential Matchups
While I could talk about the other cards, I'm mainly talking about the main card since most of you reading this probably only care about who Connor Mcgregor will fight.
Here we go:
Mcgregor Vs Diaz 2
Pros: The last fight was a total slugfest, they went ham for 2 rounds and definitely an upset nevertheless a great fight to watch. There was alot of potential for either of them to lose so it was a good fight.
Cons: Alot of people think it might be too soon. In addition, Connor will once again dodge the featherweight division and it's not fair to the other fighters. Besides, there's nothing to gain from the fight for either of them, no ranking up for a title shot for beating someone in another weight class.
Mcgregor Vs Aldo 2
Pros: Many people didn't get to see what Aldo could do to Mcgregor. It's all very unknown. Maybe this time Aldo won't let Mcgregor get into his head, and will actually put up a good fight this time with his devastating leg kicks and excellent precision with his techniques.
Cons: Mcgregor was beating the shit out of Diaz in the first round. I couldn't help but think to myself that Aldo would get knocked out too. And its usually easier to get knocked out after being knocked out once. I don't want to pay 60 bucks to witness another 1st round knockout.
Mcgregor Vs Edgar
Pros: This fight only makes sense. Edgar has been wanting this fight for a very long time and quite frankly he has proven himself worthy of it. His wrestling will be something interesting for Mcgregor to deal with. Besides, it edgar wins, we will get to probably see an aldo vs edgar 2.
Cons: Some people really want Aldo to fight mcgregor again, and if mcgregor loses then this won't happen.
Mcgregor Vs George St. Pierre
Pros: It's fuckin GSP
Cons: It probably won't ever happen
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Here we go:
Mcgregor Vs Diaz 2
Pros: The last fight was a total slugfest, they went ham for 2 rounds and definitely an upset nevertheless a great fight to watch. There was alot of potential for either of them to lose so it was a good fight.
Cons: Alot of people think it might be too soon. In addition, Connor will once again dodge the featherweight division and it's not fair to the other fighters. Besides, there's nothing to gain from the fight for either of them, no ranking up for a title shot for beating someone in another weight class.
Mcgregor Vs Aldo 2
Pros: Many people didn't get to see what Aldo could do to Mcgregor. It's all very unknown. Maybe this time Aldo won't let Mcgregor get into his head, and will actually put up a good fight this time with his devastating leg kicks and excellent precision with his techniques.
Cons: Mcgregor was beating the shit out of Diaz in the first round. I couldn't help but think to myself that Aldo would get knocked out too. And its usually easier to get knocked out after being knocked out once. I don't want to pay 60 bucks to witness another 1st round knockout.
Mcgregor Vs Edgar
Pros: This fight only makes sense. Edgar has been wanting this fight for a very long time and quite frankly he has proven himself worthy of it. His wrestling will be something interesting for Mcgregor to deal with. Besides, it edgar wins, we will get to probably see an aldo vs edgar 2.
Cons: Some people really want Aldo to fight mcgregor again, and if mcgregor loses then this won't happen.
Mcgregor Vs George St. Pierre
Pros: It's fuckin GSP
Cons: It probably won't ever happen
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Thursday, March 24, 2016
Will Lifting Weights Make Me Slow? Martial Arts
Traditionally, people have thought that lifting weights in Martial arts or any combat sport will make a person more sluggish and slow. While there is some truth to that, there is a very great benefit to lifting weights while doing martial arts.
Now, it depends on "how" you lift weights. If you lift like a body builder, then yes you will become sluggish and you will "look" good but it won't help you with the explosive power you need for a fight. You need to lift like a power lifter. What do I mean? Low reps, high intensity about 80% of your 1 repetition max. Also, you need to time when you lift weights. Don't lift weights every single day, try to find 3 days of weight lifting in addition to your skills training. Also, listen to your body. If you are recieving DOMS (delayed onset muscle soreness) then you may have to modify what you are doing, but DONT stop or it will hurt you in the long run.
Also, stretching is VERY important as well as your eating habits. If you eat like shit, lift weights, don't stretch then yes you will be very sluggish in your movements. But by getting more strong, you will allow yourself an edge of competitors especially if you combine your skill with the strength. Nobody can argue becoming more strong will make not make you hit harder.
So to answer the question, yes but it all depends on how you train. Train smart, and don't lift massive weights right before a fight, give yourself time to recover, and remember; don't lift like a body builder, lift like a power lifter.
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Now, it depends on "how" you lift weights. If you lift like a body builder, then yes you will become sluggish and you will "look" good but it won't help you with the explosive power you need for a fight. You need to lift like a power lifter. What do I mean? Low reps, high intensity about 80% of your 1 repetition max. Also, you need to time when you lift weights. Don't lift weights every single day, try to find 3 days of weight lifting in addition to your skills training. Also, listen to your body. If you are recieving DOMS (delayed onset muscle soreness) then you may have to modify what you are doing, but DONT stop or it will hurt you in the long run.
Also, stretching is VERY important as well as your eating habits. If you eat like shit, lift weights, don't stretch then yes you will be very sluggish in your movements. But by getting more strong, you will allow yourself an edge of competitors especially if you combine your skill with the strength. Nobody can argue becoming more strong will make not make you hit harder.
So to answer the question, yes but it all depends on how you train. Train smart, and don't lift massive weights right before a fight, give yourself time to recover, and remember; don't lift like a body builder, lift like a power lifter.
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Wednesday, March 23, 2016
The B.S Of No Water Breaks in Martial Arts
A long time ago (about 2012) I went to a Taekwondo seminar in California. It consisted of Taekwondo masters of various backgrounds who all had something to teach us about martial arts. Other than indoctrinated bullshido that mma is bad and how hapkido is the most effective style of self defense (which it isn't) they also did something very stupid....no water breaks.
It was really really hot outside. And even hotter inside. We were inside a warehouse with the temperature about 90 degrees. Now I know some of you may live in warmer climates but trust me, when you are in a room with sweaty people it gets very hot.
I'm not sure if many have you have experienced this, but there's this macho attitude that drinking water when it's not time is bad, and that you have to wait till the instructor gives you permission. Even when giving permission is 2 hours away. What's really ironic is that the hosting master's wife was a....wait for it.....personal trainer and kinesiologist. She even went over PNF stretching and nutrition as part of her seminar. She shunned me and some other people for attempting to drink some water at the water fountain when there was some down time. I mean what the hell? She also felt like we were being rude by having our hands on our hips when someone was talking...I could go on about the crazy chick, perhaps in a Youtube video some time.
Water is very important, you need alot of water to drink, especially when it's quickly leaving your body through sweat, which makes you need even more. Not drinking water can have some serious health problems in the short run and long run. This is why traditional martial art schools that promote this bullshido need to cease from existence.
Drink water!
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It was really really hot outside. And even hotter inside. We were inside a warehouse with the temperature about 90 degrees. Now I know some of you may live in warmer climates but trust me, when you are in a room with sweaty people it gets very hot.
I'm not sure if many have you have experienced this, but there's this macho attitude that drinking water when it's not time is bad, and that you have to wait till the instructor gives you permission. Even when giving permission is 2 hours away. What's really ironic is that the hosting master's wife was a....wait for it.....personal trainer and kinesiologist. She even went over PNF stretching and nutrition as part of her seminar. She shunned me and some other people for attempting to drink some water at the water fountain when there was some down time. I mean what the hell? She also felt like we were being rude by having our hands on our hips when someone was talking...I could go on about the crazy chick, perhaps in a Youtube video some time.
Water is very important, you need alot of water to drink, especially when it's quickly leaving your body through sweat, which makes you need even more. Not drinking water can have some serious health problems in the short run and long run. This is why traditional martial art schools that promote this bullshido need to cease from existence.
Drink water!
Have a great day,
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Tuesday, March 22, 2016
What is the Strongest Kick?
Yesterday, I made a post about the strongest punch. Today I will be telling you the strongest kick. The truth of the matter is, a kick has much more variables as far as power than a punch. The angle, velocity and speed all take into account, which is the same as a punch, however more difficult to execute.
I've narrowed it down to two kicks, and then I will tell you which one is the strongest one.
The first kick would be a taekwondo back kick. By creating a twist and turn with your body, you are generating alot of power and force focused on the heel. I've seen fights end with a solid back kick to the liver. It travels alot of distance over a short period of time making it a very powerful kick.
The other kick, would be a flying knee. Not only does this kick travel a distance generating more power, it also is focused on the hardest part of the leg, the knee. A vast majority of fights end with a solid knee to the head or ribs often breaking them.
So which one is stronger?
I would have to say the flying knee. Why? Because not only can you flying knee somebody, at the same time you could drive their head into your knee thus creating even more power. That is impossible to do with a back kick. Don't get me wrong, still a great kick, but still not as strong as a flying knee.
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