Posts by Thomas Wright

Look, if kids are sprinting, doing frog jumps, and throwing medicine balls—that’s it. That covers explosive power right there. You don't need to push them too hard and risk messing up their bone development.

Most of the time they’re going for your hands or grabbing your collar—and honestly, James Keating did a killer job demonstrating how to defend against that stuff.

Are there any training sessions like this held here in the States? Also, what are some other ways you can actually use a kubotan?

I caught that in some translated article online—honestly, who knows if it’s actually legit?

Where exactly, and in which cities?

Are there any kubotan institutes around here? I mean, actual training programs where you actually learn how to handle one properly.



Just in case anyone’s wondering what one looks like—this is a kubotan.

How much does it cost
Is there any way to get Windows 7 for free?

So, is it free?

I'm picking up a new laptop soon—a Toshiba Satellite C850-1GQ. Should I go with Windows XP or just stick with Windows 7?
If Windows 7 is the better move, which version should I grab—an original license or just a copy?

So, are you actually going to learn how to fight off a stray cat by its tail? That’s how I started judo—refusing to let anyone throw me down. I just kept pushing forward, forward, until it finally clicked and I realized just how deep judo really goes. You’ll probably learn to scrap, sure, but there’s always going to be someone stronger, someone crazier, or someone with a literal telescope pointed at you. You have to pick something you actually enjoy—because if you don't like what you're doing, you can always just go find the "strongest" martial art instead... Look, jiu-jitsu isn't going to do much for you in your current age group. At 16, everyone signs up for boxing or kickboxing, and you can't exactly pull off a fancy leverage move if they've already knocked your teeth out. Honestly? You're better off picking something based on takedowns—like wrestling or judo. But hey, if neither of those appeals to you, then go with jiu-jitsu. Good luck deciding.

P.Ss. Getting into strength training will definitely give you an edge in MMA or BJJ.

I’d honestly hand over a hundred bucks if Sapp were my manager. But hey—it’s true, you get exactly what you pay for when it comes to the music.

And they aren't even top-tier fighters, honestly. The biggest name was Lascenko, but he ended up losing—so I feel like it was a total waste of money.

Don't bother going—I was in Tampa for UFC and it’s a total circus. One minute they stop the fight and declare a winner, then they suddenly change their minds and tell them to keep going while the fighters are just sitting there stuck in full mount.

Honestly, if anyone actually watches those stadium ads—as if we’re all sitting there waiting for them—they’d probably be better off just peddling homemade jerky at a roadside stand instead.

Daniel Garcia said:Ground and Pound isn't some complex biomechanical mystery—at least not from my experience training in the UFC—so if you've got a fighting background and can learn by watching, you could totally nail those basic drills on your own.

Exactly what I was saying! Honestly, I feel like I have to chime in on every single thread whenever I'm bored—and hey, my takes are pretty much spot on, right?

I wasn't asking what to do if the momentum shifts my way—I was asking about what happens if it swings back against me. And hey, if you think my answer is wrong, feel free to report me (but spoiler alert: I'm right here).

Look, if you've already done some UFC training, you're halfway there. If you've got the basics down, why not just pick up some techniques on YouTube? It’s easy enough to find stuff online—I personally love finding a specific move on YouTube and then trying to nail it during my next session. Maybe grab a buddy and drill together? You'd see results way faster that way. Honestly, just try learning a few things and maybe sign up for a local grappling gym for a few months. Just get those fundamentals under your belt, and you can always level up later.

Look, I’ve got those American genes—top-tier stuff—plus I can easily pull off ground and pound, chokes, and honestly? I've got a chin made of granite.

Sure, you can pick up some knowledge, but it’s not the same thing. You might end up knowing a little more than your average guy watching the UFC, but you'll still be lagging behind any actual grappler hitting the mats—unless, of course, you're just a natural prodigy like me.