I also feel like that show should spend a bit more time highlighting the ethics and core values behind martial arts, rather than just focusing on the combat sports side of things.
Should I just keep deleting this, even though I’ve already done it a few times? The back-and-forth regarding Branko Cikatić. And does that make it off-topic now? In every single reply, you guys bring up the radio station or the broadcast, but honestly, this post has nothing to do with any radio show. Hmm.
That’s a solid idea. If there’s anything else you want to dive into, just ask. I’d love to see some McMaster content mixed in with plenty of real, high-level practitioners on the show.
hiddensailor14 said:Please don't try to justify it with money. The world isn't that big. You miss one night out and that's it. Who knows, you might actually enjoy yourself. 😁 👋
I’m already dropping way too much cash on ninjutsu. Plus, I’m still just a student about to graduate, so I’m definitely not blowing my budget on drinking sessions anyway.
Dropping $367 in a single month on martial arts is a bit much for me.
I’m definitely interested in this, but I honestly don't know if I'll have the budget for it right now. Since October, I've already shelled out for two seminars on top of my regular membership fees. I'll see how things shake out.
Eric Jackson43 said:Look, sorry man, but you missed the boat. The sweet spot to start training martial arts is between ages 5 and 7. You could push it to 9, maybe even 11 if you're lucky, but anything after that is just a waste of time.
Come on, Eric Jackson43, don't scare him off. He might just quit before he even starts because of you.
Nipper, martial arts are just like anything else in life. It all comes down to how much work you put in. It’s definitely not too late at 23.
As for finding a Jiu-Jitsu gym, I can't really help you with that.
Zachary Kern69 said:Hey there, oh great moderator. So much pathetic drama! Just lock this thread and call it a day... I honestly thought people would actually be interested, which is why I posted the interview in the first place.
This guy just isn't used to how people talk on an American forum like this. If everyone got offended this easily, I wouldn't have any work to do.
Daniel Chavez14 said:It looked like Mike took more hits from Frederick, but Mike's strikes seemed to deal much more damage. In my view, that's just because Mike has superior technique. Frederick's shots might look powerful, but I'd argue they aren't actually that strong due to his poor technique.
I didn't get the impression that Frederick landed more strikes either. Those ground-and-pound exchanges were basically just show business anyway.
Mike dodged every single one of Frederick's legitimate strikes. I think Mike only really ate one solid middle kick and one knee.
I actually witnessed a situation recently that perfectly illustrates what we're talking about here.
I have a friend who is carrying about 30 to 40 extra pounds, but he generally handles his weight quite well. He runs and stays active with various other sports, so for his size, he’s surprisingly agile and quick on his feet.
But here’s what happened: after spending two hours hiking through some rocky terrain in the Rockies, he was running across a flat concrete path when he suddenly let out a groan of pain.
Once the initial shock wore off and his knee cooled down, he couldn't put any weight on that leg at all.
The thing is, he didn't trip over anything, and he didn't even land awkwardly or twist it.
His knee simply gave out on him.
That is the fundamental issue with being overweight. Your bones take a massive beating, and by the time you actually notice the damage, it's usually too late.
Sumo wrestling is its own specialized discipline, so it doesn't really fit into this particular debate. Their weight isn't some lack of willpower; if anything, it’s the exact opposite. That mass comes from a grueling, disciplined regimen of training and diet.
None of you could ever be called pigs just because of your weight. You aren't skinny, but you definitely aren't pigs either. I wasn't aiming this at you specifically, but I assume you guys deal with some performance issues at the gym due to carrying extra weight. And naturally, you're working on shedding it. It’s the same thing I’m doing, just in reverse—trying to pack on another 5 or 6 pounds of muscle.
I’ve got some serious doubts about how this thread started. But hey, have it your way.
It’s pretty obvious that overweight people—assuming it's just pure laziness rather than a medical issue—simply aren't cut out for martial arts. If someone can't find the discipline to manage their own weight, there's no way they're going to stick with the grueling, long-term grind of actual training.
Plus, the extra weight puts massive strain on their joints, especially the knees, which basically knocks them out of the game before they even start.
Pollux said:I’m not sure if you’re faster, but I’ve handled the Bavaria 38, 42, and 44 models. In my experience, the 42 is definitely the quickest one out there.
With just a light breeze, we were hitting about 8 knots. That feels pretty solid to me. The Bavaria boats are great on the inside too—they feel really spacious, at least the 42 and 44 models.
I’m planning to head back out a few more times this summer. Honestly, I didn't realize how much I'd love sailing.
What kind of boats were you on? Give me the details on the length, the cabins, and how comfortable they actually were.
It was actually pushing slightly past 8 knots. I believe it was the 44 model. Man, just thinking about it gives me goosebumps.