The novice progression for strength training
Learning The Deadlift I've lifted weights off and on since I was kid. People who know me well might [...]
The Vital Pyramid – Tactics for Self Defense
I previously wrote about the concept of The Vital Pyramid as one of the models we follow in the world of [...]
Beginner Kung Fu Lesson 8 – Blocks against rounded techniques
Previously, I discussed blocking techniques for dealing with straight line punches. In the video below I look at kung fu blocks [...]
Beginner Kung Fu Lesson 16 – The Side Thrust Kick
The side thrust kick is another basic kick students often learn when training in a traditional martial art, whether it is [...]
Beginner Kung Fu Lesson 19 – Rounded elbow strike
One of the best tools to add to your fighting arsenal is the rounded elbow strike. This is a great technique [...]
Beginner Kung Fu Lesson 10 – Front Thrust Kick
Training in kung fu involves learning a few basic kicking techniques that can be useful in a street fighting situation as [...]
Beginner Kung Fu Lesson 7 – The roundhouse punch
Probably the most commonly thrown punch in a street fight is some form of the roundhouse punch. This is due to [...]
Beginner Kung Fu Lesson 6 – Parry Blocks
There are two basic blocks we learn for dealing with straight line punches... the parry block and the backhand parry block. [...]
Beginner Kung Fu Lesson 5 – Three Basic Punches
The primary straight-line punches to learn in kung fu are the... Upset Punch Straight Punch Vertical Punch The keys to throwing [...]
Leopard and Crane Form Part 1 – Happy Father’s Day!
Happy Father's Day! I wanted to celebrate Father's Day by sharing a small piece of my favorite kung form that I [...]