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Diagram of Tensho kata?

I'd like to locate a diagram or other documentation of the Tensho kata. There are some videos available (many of which are very helpful) but I'd like to obtain a printed description of the form if possible. I understand that the fluid motions of the…
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Strength training for a mixed martial arts beginner

I am starting MMA. Which excersises would be best to get my physical strength up to the levels of people doing MMA for years or experienced in MMA?
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What is the best bo staff for an 8-year-old for competitions?

What would be the best bo staff for an 8-year-old child to use in competitions. The bamboo toothpick is much too heavy for him. Would anyone recommend the fiberglass bo staff?
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Krav Maga, is it 100% legal for defense?

I am 15 and I am currently being trained in Krav Maga, one on one with a partner. I have a very practical question: Am I allowed to use Krav Maga for any case of self-defense? Even a threatening or grave suspicion. I live in Brooklyn, NY, but it…
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What is Fa-jin?

Fa-jin, according to the Wikipedia article, means "to discharge power explosively". If there is only one way to do this, what is it? If there is more than one way, what are the two or three main ways of doing this?
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Measuring the foot when buying Tabi (and giving the size using the japanese convention)

I train in one of the martial arts where Tabi is often used. I am about to order a pair of leather Tabi and have a question regarding measurement. The International Shoe Size Conversion Charts Table from www.i18nguy.com/l10n/shoes.html looks like…
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What is the best way to determine board-breaking ability?

Suppose you have a room full of people. You have access to all their biometrics: the mass of their arms, their body, and so on. You can also make them punch in open air and measure their punching speed or whatever else. Without making them actually…
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Does Morote Chudan and Awase Tsuki refer to the same thing?

I hear instructors using awase tsuki or morote chudan in reference to a simultaneous strike to the stomach and face. I want to know if both phrases refer to the same strike pattern and if not which phrase is the correct one to use.
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What are the differences between gel and foam gear?

What is the advantage and drawback of gear with gel inside? Is it better than foam gear or is it commercial? Specifically is gel good for gloves, shin guards, body armor, or headgear?
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Is kickboxing or boxing particularly dangerous?

What I mean is that is it more dangerous than other contact sports that aren't martial arts? Such as Football, Soccer, Basketball, etc... And if yes, why?
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Ten Chin or Tein Chien or something else?

Ten chin or Ttein Chien I'm not sure of transliterated spelling, is the footwork where one foot replaces another/one moves back and the opposite forward, It should one of the four fundamental primary footwork moves in aikido - irimi, tenkan, irimi…
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If I'm worried about concussions, should I train tae kwon do, or karate, or neither?

I am 16 years old, and I am interested in martial arts. The most popular schools in India teach Tae Kwon Do and Karate. I wish to avoid something that may cause severe brain damage or concussion. I am fine with mild falls but not hard impact to the…
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Name of two stances and their weight distribution

Beomseogi An official video mentions the name of Beomseogi when the right foot is in front as Oreun Beomseogi. Also, in other times of the video, the naming is consistent: Right foot is front: Oreun Beomseogi. Left foot is front: Oen/Wen…
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Will triceps extension with a lower weight but with speed and intensity help me get more power in my jab and back fist?

I'm super new to boxing (or any kind of martial per se), am taking two, one hour long, (English) boxing classes per week, supplemented by four hours of weight training per week. I was wondering whether triceps extension with a low weight (say 12-15…
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Single exercises to improve kicking and punching power

I would like to improve my kicking as well as my punching in terms of power / strength. For kicking I would especially distinguish between teeps (front kicks) and low kicks. Which single exercise(s) would improve the kicking power accordingly for…
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