Posts by Zachary Mendoza17

Sam Roberts said:What does living near the Hudson mean? ,

If you don't know, you're just... clueless. Just go ahead and live in one of those floating houses where they had to rescue people by helicopter during the last big flood. 😂 🤣

crimsonmason2 said:It’s perfectly clear to me that Krav Maga doesn't actually have much to do with Japan—not at all—and neither does Muay Thai.
Honestly, I went to a Muay Thai class recently and—wow—I really loved it! It’s just so incredibly dynamic.

If anyone here happens to be more of an expert, could you please explain the actual difference in what I'd get out of Krav Maga versus Ninjutsu?

With KM, you get practical, solid self-defense—even if it just means learning to spot a dangerous situation before it happens. With Ninjutsu, you mostly get philosophy and stories about ancient Japan. 🙂To add to that, KM is faster paced, focusing on elbows, knees, and groin strikes. Ninjutsu relies more on leverage, throws, and rolls. My advice is to attend both sessions, try them out, and then decide.

coppersailor28 said:How to Copy Your region and Language Settings...

Thank you. You were a big help; I got it working!

To the experts here, I have switched my Windows 7 over to American English. Since other people who aren't as fluent in English use this computer, it was necessary. As the primary administrator, I changed the settings through my own account, but now when the guest logs in, the system still appears in English. What is the correct procedure to ensure the guest account also uses the American English interface? I assumed it would happen automatically. Please provide a step-by-step guide on what exactly needs to be done. Thank you in advance for your help.

Zachary Fox70 said:I'm curious about how to actually achieve a female split. I stretch and work on my flexibility every single day during training, but I'm still nowhere near it. Does anyone have any specific suggestions or advice??
My hip flexors are just incredibly tight.

Man, me too. After reading your post, 🤣 😍 😳
p.s. Just kidding, the recipe is simple. Every day, stand against a wall and lift one leg high, then do the same movement outward (sideways), similar to how ballet dancers train. After about three months, you should be able to hit the splits without any trouble.

Daniel Smith4 said:Hey there! First off, I wanted to wish you a very Merry Christmas and some really pleasant holidays ahead! 😁
Now, I was hoping to pick your brains a little regarding kickboxing. So, here’s the deal—I’m 18 years old, standing about 5'9", weighing roughly 155 lbs. I don't really have much striking experience yet, though I suppose I've got a pretty solid physical build.
I’ve spent some time hitting the gym, and I still do some training at home now and then—but as far as actual combat sports go, I have about a year of wrestling under my belt.
I’m really looking to hear from people who actually train; specifically, I’m curious about what kind of starter gear I should probably look into getting.
I didn't mention earlier that I'm based over in the Northwest side of Chicago, so ideally, I'd love to find a club nearby, though I guess that isn't a strict requirement or anything.
One place that caught my eye is Doms. Is that a decent club to check out?

Man, you actually have an excellent club right in your neighborhood. It’s highly respected and built on a foundation of success—Pit Bull, near the local grocery store. They have great coaches and a solid crew spanning all age groups. You should also check out a few other spots and just go where you feel the fit is best.

wearyrider65 said:Hey, I'm 16 years old and in my junior year of high school. I want to start wrestling. What do you think? I am quite short, about 5'9" and 175 lbs. I just want to shape my body and not be as heavy as I look given those proportions.

First off, you aren't short. I'm only about an inch taller than you, and I don't consider myself short. In my view, someone is truly short if they are under 5'7".

Wrestling is a great choice, and you're definitely not too old. Find a solid local gym and get to work. You will build muscle and become strong. The weight loss and physique will follow naturally over time if you stay dedicated.

Take comfort in knowing that even the moderator of this sub had much worse proportions than yours, yet he still managed to learn the basics at some martial arts gyms. 🙂 Just a little joke, best of luck!

Taylor Cook3 said:It's the rear straight, but honestly, how 🙂

you move matters too—like, you gotta sort of step into it, I guess? Your fist needs to travel in a pretty straight path, and if I recall correctly, you should also
keep your forearm at maybe a ten or twenty-degree angle outward rather than keeping it totally flat against the floor... and having that right wrist tension right at the moment of impact is huge, so you really need to develop that feel for it.

There's just no way you're gonna get any real results if you're just standing there stationary.

That’s true. Using the technique I mentioned before, you really ought to improvise with a lunge or perhaps a lead jab to create space, making that rear punch much firmer. Basically, I wasn't just talking about hitting from a stationary stance. You adapt the technique to the ball and the available room. But honestly, how can one explain how to strike the ball without wrecking your own hand? 🤷 🙄

p.s. By the way, the record on this forum belongs to Daniel Garcia. He didn't just hit it; he practically dismantled it and consumed it. Right there in front of a horrified crowd and a bunch of little kids.

Paul Campbell3 said:You’re the third person I’ve run into with an injury like this.
If you don't know actual striking technique (which is painfully obvious from your previous posts), then stop swinging at everything. Just go to a gym and ask how to actually hold your fist, what angle to use, where your fingers should be, and which part of the bag you're supposed to hit—basically, get some damn training. Don't listen to those forum bios, and quit watching those YouTube clips.Look, instead of sitting around, just walk into a gym or some fitness club and ask someone to actually show you how it's done properly. 🙂

I hate doctors. Seriously, go get an X-ray for that wrist. I know two people who've been stuck in casts for three months because of this amateur-hour nonsense. All that sloppy hitting leads to a fractured scaphoid bone. It might not seem like a big deal right now, but you're looking at improper healing and a thumb that won't even work properly later.
Throwing a punch isn't nearly as simple as it looks. People trip up constantly, and then they end up paying way too much for their little "experiments."
Just one or two months hitting the heavy bag after getting some actual, professional guidance? That’s all you need. It's enough to make sure you never screw up like this again. 🙂

Haha, everything is accurate except the gym part; just don't go there to "hit" things.🙂 By the way, I like your avatar.😍 😳

Tyler Ross86 said:Honestly, that’s pretty much how I was throwing it. I was trying my hardest to keep my hand and wrist super tight, but man, it didn't even matter. Looking back, I realized I should’ve kept the wrist tilted down just a tiny bit—like, maybe a few millimeters—to really lock it in.

Maybe you need to figure out exactly which part of the fist makes contact. When hitting this bag, I’d suggest using a rear straight punch. Rotate through with your hips and legs, then extend the arm almost all the way. That's how you get power—by putting your whole body weight behind it. Just remember: use the rear straight, watch your contact point, and engage your entire body. You'll see the difference. Look up proper rear straight techniques on YouTube and try applying that. In the meantime, leave that hand alone. I wouldn't recommend hitting the same spot again for maybe two weeks. Otherwise, you're just going to wreck an already injured hand.

Tyler Ross86 said:And look, I totally get that—I really do. It’s that competitive itch, that pure curiosity, and just wanting to see if you can outdo the last guy... I just couldn't help myself 😁 once my hand is actually healed up, I'm wrapping my wrist tight, grabbing my gear, and heading right back there to try and smash that record again.

Haha, you probably swung with pure brute force, like an amateur. 😂 Most people lack understanding; technique is essential. 😉 Apply some Polar Ice to your knuckles and wrist, and you will be fine. Next time, strike with masculine precision—use your foot, like Pat Barry.😂

Matthew Brooks64 said:Look, I’ve got these tires too, okay? They’re fine, really. It’s just that after a little while—about ten months for me, give or take—they start to wear down and stretch out.

stretching 🙂 Give me a break. 😁 Nighttime magic at work. 🤣

placidbison20 said:Regardless of how much talent you have, I think two hours a week is just too little to make any serious progress. If you factor in that you'll spend at least 15 or 20 minutes just warming up every session, what do you actually have left?

Kaiteni 🙂

Exactly. People just want to see two heavyweights like Mike Tyson step into the ring and fight like men. They don't care much about the technical strategy; honestly, watching pure tactics can be incredibly dull. I don't blame them for preferring a tactical approach either, because let's face it—that's where the money is. You win the match without breaking a sweat. Why bother proving anything to anyone? On the other hand, there really isn't a better spectacle than a Tyson Corp fight. Even people who claim they don't watch boxing ended up watching his performances.

Regarding Mike Tyson's brother, the issue is simply that it has dragged on for far too long. It’s been years. At this point, following their matches feels repetitive and predictable. That’s why more and more fans are turning to the UFC. Even though you still run into those overly calculated, boring fights in MMA, it still feels much more exciting compared to how boxing has been lately.

I truly hope that in the next few years, we see a surge of gutsy fighters. It would be great if following the heavyweight division became unpredictable and thrilling once again. Fingers crossed.

Daniel Garcia said:Any decent moderator would’ve banned Zachary Mendoza17 ages ago for spamming and trolling like this... honestly.☕

By the way—are there actually any moderators here at all...?🙂

Drukeru 🙂 🙂

Sam Roberts said:a) nobody's gonna jump you
b) you can even go barefoot
c) www.profightstore.com www.pride.com ...

Alternatively, Sam Roberts could just lend you his mouthguard.🤣

Daniel Garcia said:http://www.mmaxion.com/Shop/proizvod...acice-587.aspx Man, why are these pants so expensive? 😢 I guess I’ll have to win the lottery first.

Sell all the candy you have stashed at home, and you might be able to afford at least two pairs.😂

Just kidding. This is the last joke at your expense, I promise.😁

Nicholas Alvarez8 said:Hey guys, I was wondering if anyone here actually knows anything about this martial art called KURODAIYA?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=__nqqQ-2Ask

http://www.kurodaiya.org/cms/index.php?page=tai-jitsu-2>

It looks quite legitimate to me. Aside from the weapon work.🙄 Everything else seems fine. It reminds me a lot of Kempo, though. I trained Kempo for a long time, so I recognize some elements. The techniques seem solid. 🤷

Brestovac absolutely crushed it, just like Mighty Mo. Every bit of respect to him; Mladen did an excellent job. 👍

feralwolf42 said:Thanks!
I actually thought I’d be popping back in here once things started ramping up again this September, but honestly, I really need to find something to get into over the summer... Ideally, I'm looking for Tai Chi, though I suppose I might be open to other martial arts if the right thing comes along...

It might be worth sending Daniel Garcia a private message to see if he offers one-on-one sessions.😛