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Evasions, Blocks, Covers and Frames
Blocking is hard. First off, when you block, you’re reacting to something – one step behind the game. Second, you’ve got to be accurate – throw the appropriate block against the incoming strike. Tough stuff. Not impossible stuff, but difficult. … Continue reading
Swinging Six Foot Sticks
While the sun will allow us, we’ll be going outside and learning a staff form this summer. Why? Because swinging around a six foot stick is super fun (though you wouldn’t know it from how bored I look in the … Continue reading
Relative to You
Movement forward. That’s what we seek – measurable progress. With the heavy lifting days, it’s easy. Were you able to lift more than you did last time? Doesn’t matter if it’s by 1 pound or 50 pounds, all we’re looking … Continue reading
Swinging Six Foot Sticks
While the sun will allow us, we’ll be going outside and learning a staff form this summer. Why? Because swinging around a six foot stick is super fun (though you wouldn’t know it from how bored I look in the … Continue reading
Relative to You
Movement forward. That’s what we seek – measurable progress. With the heavy lifting days, it’s easy. Were you able to lift more than you did last time? Doesn’t matter if it’s by 1 pound or 50 pounds, all we’re looking … Continue reading