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Theme: Move Toward the Void
We’ve all heard the old physics rule: for every action there is an equal or opposite reaction. Now it’s time for the martial rule: for every attack there is an opening. To give a specific example: when you throw a … Continue reading
Stamina versus Endurance
Got a good question tonight: what’s the difference between stamina and endurance? In everyday speech, probably not much – they’re largely interchangeable. In CrossFit (and probably the larger fitness community, though I honestly have no clue) stamina refers to the … Continue reading
Theme: Move Toward the Void
We’ve all heard the old physics rule: for every action there is an equal or opposite reaction. Now it’s time for the martial rule: for every attack there is an opening. To give a specific example: when you throw a … Continue reading
I Learned it by Watching You
I told one athlete today that “I learned it from watching you”, referring to being able to string together 24 inch box jumps. Sounds like I’m just paraphrasing the infamous PSA anti drug spot from the 80’s but really it’s … Continue reading
Vocabulary
Grappling, like all subcultures, is full of terminology. We’ll run through a few vocab words that will give you a taste of what we did in class today. Safety position – hunkering down in someone’s guard and not giving them … Continue reading