Stadion's Sports and Martial Arts Training Discussion

Tom, The Movnat guys posted a link on twitter to this book "The Stoic's Burden: Observations and Reflections from within the Complex ". It's acutally a good read. It makes references to your work and the "Unbreakable Umbrella". Thought I would pass along. The pdf (and other ebooks formats) can be do...

My Rant in response your Rant :o) I have found myself looking for truth in food. But my approach is not based on science per say b/c so much scientific evidence is conflicting (note who the authors are of these scientific studies and see there affiliations - you'd been surprised by many conflicts of...

Here is what I found on-line/offline for those that may experience this. Separated Rib (aka costochondral separation) Note: Slipping rib syndrome is similar but a different issue Symptoms -Ribs do not break skin -Ribs show no sign of bruising -Usually accompanied by a "pop" sound -Initial pain level...

Over the last couple of years I have suffered 4 rib injuries. Each one occurred not from blunt trauma, but from pressure to the rib (e.g., from opponents shoulder) and movement (e.g., twisting body to perform a GI choke while opponent is in the turtle position). The ribs did not break - I heard a "p...

I think you need to really understand the affects on the body of eating meat and dairy products (e.g. disease, premature aging, etc) - check out NotMilk.com for more info and affects of meat and dairy on environment, ecomony, etc. If you eat a diet of mostly fruits, it is suggested that you brush af...

Is this exercise a good adductor strengthening exercise -seems to work through the entire ROM? I ask because the advanced exercise TK uses in his videos require cables - was wondering if this was a good alternative when working the adductors. The video uses the powerslide tool (http://www.athleticin...

I had knee Surgery to repair my ACL on my right knee a few years ago. They harvested my hamstring in order to repair the ACL. I've had some problems with full range of motion in my knee since then even after performing physical rehab. I practice BJJ and can not sit back on my heels (i.e. my heel can...

Two questions: 1. For a martial artist, ultimtetly, what is the purpose of static stretching other than for a cool down and/or general relaxation? 2. Can you get sore from "normal" static stretching - i.e. assuming that without aid from external force other than your body, your body won't allow you ...

You may want want to do some basic leg strengthing exercises before progressing to plyometrics(the name for the jumping exercises you speak of) as they are typically used to improve sports speficic power ability- in the examples on your link, perhaps basketball or high jump. Also, for your weak and ...

Try Juggling - >> http://www.rosstraining.com/articles/juggleyourway.html

Article discusses how this inexpensive drill will enhance qualities such as hand-eye coordination, ambidexterity, peripheral vision, depth perception, visual reaction time, and neuromuscular balance

I've purchased a few of Thomas Kurz's videos, and on his stretching video, he performs a warm-up using what appears to be some odd movements (e.g. punch with one arm while making large circles with the other while jogging in place). Why perform this and what is the benefit to the Martial Artist? Als...

Does anyone have scientific evidence that Ice Baths work/do not work (e.g. immersing your lower extremity in ice water for 10 minutes post an intense muscular endurance workout)? If not scientific, any anecdotal evidence that it works/does not work - perhaps at preventing DOMS or similar effects on ...

I sit at a desk all day and I was wondering what the impact (if any) this has on my flexibility (or joints, etc). I perform morning and evening dynamic stretches and work out regularly (weekends and evenings).

If there is a negative impact, is there something I can do to change this?

Thanks

You need to target legs first than back - so do squats first than back. Lower back has own its exercise progression - back extension, good mornings, deadlift for example. You need to master one excerise (low wiehgt to greater weight) before progressing to the next. You may injure yourself if you try...

Deadlift For strength no muscle gain, you should aim for 1 set of no more than 6 reps Weight used depends on current strength level - however, work up until weight used = 2X body weight. To increase difficulty, use straight leg deadlift. Muscle sorness may indicate that 1. Weight used is too heavy a...