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[theanticool]

Got to explain to my boss the other day how all martial arts gyms (and most fitness gyms) are kinda cults. So that was fun.

[novaauster]

girl help i have written 26 pages of my aftg bjj au in the span of three days

[the-ghost-bird]

You know what I think is interesting? As a decently buff woman, the attitude of men towards me in a gym vs in a martial arts academy is VERY different.

Usually men in a gym will look at me That Way™ when I walk into the weight section and do 2 hours of upper body weight training. A lot are judgemental af, trying to dissect my form even tho I've gone through several personal trainers and my form is usually better than theirs. Just overall bad energy.

The men in my martial arts academy?

Something else entirely.

The guys from muay thai and bjj, especially the ones from wrestling, are always hyping me up and encouraging me. Of course there's some exceptions, but most of these dudes have already been humbled by enough women that they're eons less judgemental.

They respect me enough to not go easy on me but they don't try to genuinely injure me (bad sportsmanship no matter the gender). If something about my form in a technique is off, they will give me constructive criticism instead of being demeaning or just staying silent about it to try to guarantee a win.

A guy last week was like "you really be brawling, you picked me up and rolled my on the ground like an alligator", and another dude today was like "you're getting so strong so fast it's ridiculous." AND I'M LIKE THANK YOU FOR THE GOOD ENERGY, WORKING OUT IS 80% OF MY PERSONALITY SO IM HOPING TO BE GOOD IN AT LEAST THAT😭😭😭💕💕

[trivalentlinks]

mostly academic discussion of kink (specifically choking/strangulation) below cut

so i saw (and just reblogged) this post going around about how consensual (erotic) choking/strangulation is always edgeplay, because it's extremely dangerous

and I'm honestly a bit confused: I've never done erotic choking, but I have consensually choked people and been choked a lot--it's kind of a major part of BJJ (the grappling part of MMA)

blood chokes, air chokes, on the giving end and the receiving end, I must have done this dozens if not hundreds of times in the past year alone

and I mean, you're meant to tap early and trust your partner to do the same ("tap early, tap often" as the saying goes), but I've never heard of chokes being particularly dangerous--

in fact people will often say things like "tap early especially for joint locks" (most submissions are either joint locks or chokes, so this statement is basically implying that chokes are the less dangerous of the two, so it's okay to fight them a little more before giving in)

also my gym has bjj classes for like 8 year olds, and I'm pretty sure they also learn chokes? (though admittedly I've never watched the kids classes; I've only ever seen them from a distance while in a different class myself)

(and anyway, kink also has a culture of tapping early (or safewording as it's called in that context), so I don't really see how the culture of tapping early would make the bjj version safer than the kink version?)

is this entire sport just massively downplaying the risks of one major aspect of it? what's going on here? (Also MMA people do talk about the dangers of concussions and stuff, so it's not like people just don't care health/danger etc)

I'm just surprised I've never heard of choking/strangulation being particularly dangerous

[talesofedo]

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I haven't been posting much lately because a new dojo recently opened nearby, and while it's a style I've never done before (Ryukyu Kempo Karate), I'm just excited to have a local option that isn't Brazilian jiu-jitsu. (Absolutely nothing against BJJ, but it's not what I'm looking for.)

Since moving to this area, I've sadly been on my own with swordsmanship practice as there's nothing closer than a 3 hour drive, which just isn't feasible in terms of time or money or safety (especially during our long, snowy winters).

Wanting to continue some kind of formal martial arts training, I took a few years of Taekwondo until, sadly, the instructor moved away, which was definitely frustrating. (Him moving, not me taking Taekwondo. 😅)

After that, I had cancer, and then had to deal with all of the assorted post-cancer health stuff caused by chemotherapy, which made (and often still makes) even simple exercise a challenge, so for a bit, I did very little even to continue practice on my own when it came to martial arts.

Anyway, the new dojo is only 20 minutes from my work and it's a beautiful, big space. It's also a proper dojo, rather than a school gym or a fire hall, so the training space and hours aren't shared with random people, which is a definite bonus for everyone.

This particular style and school are focused on self-improvement and self-defense. The instructors are also aware of and willing to work with my ongoing health stuff, so that I'm feeling both welcome and safe training there.

I'm really excited to have that back in my life.

However, several nights at the dojo after work and then having to get up again early the next morning for work hasn't left me with as much time to create art and write about the Edo period as I'd like, and I haven't found the correct balance in my time quite yet.

I just want you all to know that I'm not going to stop posting, but that it will take me a little while to create a new routine and start posting regularly again.

So please bear with me.

If you have any suggestions for what you'd like me to write or draw about more in the future, please let me know in the comments or via PM. I also have some asks still that I'll eventually get to, I promise!

[probablypartalien]

I’m officially a member of a jiujitsu school in Japan. I love it. Of course, Krav Maga will always have my heart. It’s my first martial art, and I ache to return to it. I love the explosive swirl into techniques and the mad rush to subdue your partner. I love the exhaustion we’re forced into before beginning actual training and sparring. I will never be more invigorated than when I get a full on punch or kick and have to ride with the momentum and pain to find my way into the next move. The thrill of being against two people wildly trying to throw you off balance and figuring out how to manage the two? It’s so exciting.

Brazilian jiu-jitsu is different. There is no striking and it is primarily about grappling. You are up close and personal with your partner, and breaking the contact or stalling can cost you points. Learning how to figure out the rhythm of someone else’s body and expose ways to break their guard or submission is so cool. I’m learning how to use all different parts of my body so that I can roll longer. Since I’m just a white belt, drills are the primary focus and sparring isn’t a thing yet. I can’t wait to spar. I want to go in cocky and get submitted in three seconds flat so I can learn where my weaknesses are. For now, I’m focusing on learning the technique and making it perfect.

My instructors for both, much to my vain-ass self’s pride, describe me as a boundless creature of pure energy. To my chagrin, I’m seen as very cute because I smile and get super excited whenever I get knocked down or whenever I’m told to repeat a drill again and again. My BJJ instructors have put me on the competition path. After a few lessons, they asked me why I was doing this. I said that I want to learn to fight and win regardless of how big or strong my opponent is. They asked if I was worried about getting hurt, and I said that I am going to and currently doing everything to avoid injury, but that pain is not a deterrent. Quite the opposite. I was then asked if I wanted to compete. I immediately asked when the competition was and everyone in that gym in ear-shot started laughing. But in a nice way. The master of the dojo (I think that’s how you’d refer to him?) said that I had a long way to go before I was ready to compete. I felt a little deflated at that. Then he said, but you’re a runner, so I imagine you’re going to power your way into it with no trouble. And he then told me I was on the competition path.

It’s cool because this is all in Japanese. I’m not close with my fellow English teacher JET people. It makes me a bit sad when I see them so easily becoming friends and going out drinking and enjoying the night life. I’m not one for that scene. I don’t like drinking. And I also don’t like being out and away from my safe places, especially with people who just… idk. Like, we aren’t on the same page. I understand them, but I can’t relate. However, at BJJ, I feel at home. I’m making friends, even if it’s just during class and free mat time.

My social experience here in Japan hasn’t been what the majority of my fellow ALTs are able to do. I wish I could. I try and have tried. So I’m really happy to be able to be finding a community not only among my teachers at my school, but in BJJ classes. My new table of teachers are “bullying me” into going to karaoke with them. They leave me notes and we all chat and grab coffee and snacks together. And now my BJJ buddies are just… such blessings of pure light.

I’m not good at social stuff when there is no prompt or goal. But I can do things easily when I know how to act and what is expected. My fellow teachers are amazing, but my new team makes me feel like I am actually a person. It sucks that all the fellow ALTs respect me but don’t see me as part of their groups. When everyone meets together and I see all these people with friends, I feel like there is something wrong with me. But at school and in BJJ, I feel like I belong.

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The One In Which Nik Talks Themself Through Making A Decision #408

oof. this is not a new struggle for me by any means but it sure hasn't gotten easier yet. i'm really, really not in the mood for going to bjj class tonight. i'm tired, i'm dreading the exertion, and i don't want to be in the same position as last week of being exhausted nearly to the point of tears after class (and only keeping it together because i knew crying would make it 11x worse).

but on the flipside, i don't feel like i feel awful enough to justify "i'm tired" as an excuse. (even if reaching that same point of exhaustion as i did last week feels realistically likely). i feel like just because one of my friends won't be there today, and i added that to my reasoning to skip class last time i did (which was not my main reason! and i went to a second class the next day! the original plan was two classes in two days, which absolutely would have burned me out!) means that even though it's also not a major aspect of my reasoning this time, it's "proving" that i'm somehow an unreliable flake who must be judged, and that no other reason can carry merit if this one is involved. (and uh... nevermind that seeing my new friends is a major reason for me to look forward to going. and is a legitimate reason. and also, for the record, this is not a sport i'm taking super seriously?? i'm there to have fun and learn a cool skill, and feel better in my body. not to fuckin fast track it to black belt so i can compete with the gym rats) (and uh.... going twice a week right now, now that i've sort of plateaued and my body is finding its current limits... the twice a week plan feels a bit unsustainable. i haven't felt good after the wednesday class the last few weeks. and the point of this IS to feel good... i know going less means the plateau will take longer to push through but... am i going to get swole or am i going to have fun and get a little stronger???)

i struggle so much with these decisions. i was always labeled by the people in my life as unreliable and malicious when i was younger, and it's really made it hard to justify it when i don't want to do a thing. even when i know i don't. i know part of that assigned unreliability when i was young was partially my own doing, because i had no concept of boundaries (especially self preserving ones) and no concept of my disabilities. i was always pushing past my limits. i was often a bad fit for the few people who were willing to befriend me, and my dislike for what they enjoyed and inability to keep up with them physically was always written off as a personal moral failure. (also, wow. look at the self blame in that sentence)

so i feel like i forever and ever have to have 100% attendance to every commitment for the rest of my life forever to make up for it. to make up for having had friends who weren't patient/didn't like me, for being disabled, for not being able/willing to be the perfect white picket fence child my parents wanted......... shit. putting it that plainly makes it painfully clear.

laying low, staying on the couch, and going to bed a bit early tonight sound really, really nice.

[umairrizwan1]

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Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) originated from the traditional Japanese martial art of Judo and has evolved over the years into a distinct combat sport. It's known for its focus on grappling and ground fighting, with the goal of gaining a dominant position and employing joint locks and chokeholds to defeat the opponent.

Physical Benefits of BJJ

One of the most significant benefits of BJJ is the improvement in physical fitness. It's a full-body workout that enhances cardiovascular endurance, muscle strength, flexibility, and agility. Regular training can lead to significant improvements in overall fitness levels, which is beneficial for adults of all ages.

Cardiovascular Health

BJJ classes involve various drills and sparring sessions that are excellent for cardiovascular health. The constant movement and physical exertion help in improving heart health and reducing the risk of heart diseases.

Strength and Flexibility

The art of grappling requires a combination of strength and flexibility. BJJ training strengthens the core muscles, arms, legs, and back while improving the flexibility of joints and muscles. This increased physical strength and flexibility are advantageous not only in self-defense but also in everyday activities.

Weight Management

Participating in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu can be an effective way to manage and control weight. The high-intensity nature of the sport makes it an excellent form of exercise for burning calories and reducing body fat.

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In addition to physical benefits, BJJ offers numerous mental health advantages. It's a mental game that requires strategy, quick thinking, and adaptability.

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Learning and mastering new techniques in BJJ can significantly boost self-confidence and self-esteem. Knowing that you can defend yourself effectively in dangerous situations is empowering.

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[theanticool]

Royce Gracie vs Kazushi Sakuraba 1 - Pride Grand Prix 2000 Finals

More throwbacks. This time, the longest fight in MMA history. The fight that would solidify Kazushi Sakuraba as the “Gracie Killer”.

Some context: Kazushi Sakuraba was a pro-wrestler for shoot-style promotion UWFi in the mid-90s. A standout amateur freestyle wrestler who placed top 4 in the All-Japan tournament in college, he took rather well to the shoot style of fighting that was taught in the UWFi’s gym, especially with the catch wrestling styles of Yoji Anjo and Billy Robinson.

With the promotion struggling, many UWFi (later Kingdom PW) wrestlers tried to grab attention by competing in MMA-style fights. This led to Sakuraba eventually competing in the UFC Japan heavyweight tournament (which he’d win). It didn’t save the promotion however and Sakuraba was kind of left in this new career come 1998. He joins Pride FC, a promotion made to promote a fight between his teacher Nobuhiko Takada and Rickson Gracie. Unlike his pro wrestling compatriots, Sakuaraba just keeps winning. Which is wild cause he’s often giving up 20-30lbs each fight. He rattles off 5 wins inside of Pride, submitting a number of BJJ black belts (unheard of at the time).

Eventually, Sakuraba is matched with Royler Gracie. The Gracie family is MMA royalty at this point. Royce has won 3 UFC tournaments. Rickson won two Vale Tudo Japan tournaments and the first ever Pride FC main event. The Gracies had not lost in decades of professional fighting. But then, Sakuraba manages to submit Royler via kimura. Drawing back to how Masahiko Kimura submitted Helio Gracie (Royler, Rickson, and Royce’s father).

The finish was controversial (Royler did not tap), so the Gracies decided to send Royce to defend their family honor in 2000 as part of the Pride FC Openweight Grand Prix. The Gracies ask for a bunch of rule changes - unlimited rounds, no ref stoppages, etc - for the Sakuraba match up. And that’s how we end up with a fight that is 90 minutes long.

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How Pinnacle Martial Arts Academy Is Different From Single Discipline Academies? In most cases, you will find specific academies and gyms where professionals will offer you classes for the specific martial arts style. You will easily be able to find Taekwondo, Karate, Kickboxing, boxing academies, BJJ, and Muay Thai academies as well. These academies are perfect for teaching you all the information that you need to become a professional in their domain. However, the downside is that once you enter these special academies the instructors at these academies will convince you that their style of martial arts is ideal for you. It suits your body type and it will save your life. This kind of tunnel vision limits your exposure making you very rigid to the idea of exploring other martial arts styles. 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With so many different martial arts-related academies in Sydney, here are some of the reasons Pinnacle Martial Arts Sydney is the best one for you. - Pinnacle Martial Arts Academy in Sydney has been around for more than 150 years so you will only find instructors who are famous and know their job well. - Most of the instructors have successfully trained hundreds of students so you will be able to get a review easily. - There is a minimum criterion of 5th Dan global certification that every black belt master has to pass in order to be recruited as the instructor. - While training you will not be left alone while you struggle to find motivation just to get better, you will also be able to attend motivational speeches where instructors will help you get motivated. - The environment is very friendly and safe so you can bring your kids along. 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You will find group classes and individual classes for primary high, preschoolers, and even adults. There are women-only training opportunities along with one on one training if you want special skill-based training. Bottom Line To sum it all up, Pinnacle Taekwondo Martial Arts Academy is not just focused on the training but also paves the way for you to select the best martial arts that suits your needs. With so many different classes to choose from, you can bring along your friends and family so you can bond over some self-defense training as well. Contact us! So why not give martial arts a try? Come and join us today! Is Pinnacle Taekwondo Martial Arts Near Me? HQ: Pinnacle Karate Martial Arts Marrickville is located at 23 Yabsley Ave Marrickville Inner West Sydney 2nd Branch: Pinnacle Taekwondo Martial Arts in Chester Hill is located at 12 Banool St Chester Hill, Bankstown Area in Southwest Sydney. Try Pinnacle Taekwondo Martial Arts in Penrith. 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Have you decided to join martial arts classes? If “Yes”, then it’s a great decision. Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu martial arts classes in Houston by Atos Jiu-Jitsu Houstonisone of the most popular martial arts academies and training in it results in many bodily and psychological benefits. Not only do you get to lose a lot of weight but you can also intermingle with interesting individuals from different walks of life.

If you want to seriously take up BJJ adult martial arts classes then you’ll be distracted by many things like how well your practice partners react to your presence, whether will it be difficult to pick up the BJJ techniques, whether will it be physically stressful, and much more. But don’t worry because most of your training companions and trainers at Atos Jiu Jitsu Houston will help you out in every possible way and increase your comfort level.

Preparing for your first BJJ classes can make your evolution into a BJJ practitioner much evener. Some of the indispensable stuff you should have before attending your first Houston martial arts academy includes –

·         Safety Gear

Most BJJ gyms don't advise you to wear special safety gear. But it’s for your own safety.  There are a few things that can aid you to be safer on the mats and prevent grievous injury or uneasiness while exercising. The most basic safety gear for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu trainees is cups, mouth guards, and wrestling-style headgear which should be purchased before heading to the gym.

·         Towel

Since BJJ is a body contact sport, hygiene becomes an important issue here. The most crucial thing you actually need after a BJJ training session is a towel if you plan to shower or wash at the gym. It is also essential to guard your car seats from your own perspiration.

·         Proper Clothing

Carry close-fitting sporty clothing. Cotton clothing usually stretches and drops as you’ll train and get soaked in sweat. Loose and oversized clothing can be dangerous in BJJ.  Your partner’s fingers, toes, and nails can get entangled and can get possibly damaged. Shorts, leggings, anklewarmers, etc. can be worn, but shun shorts with pockets, zippers, etc., as these can cause grave injury to your training partners.

·         Food

Of course, it’s not suggested to consume any food item during BJJ classes.  But they’re individuals who might feel sickly while exercising on an unfilled stomach. It’s advisable to consume some fruit or a granola bar 30-60 minutes before a BJJ class starts and this can support you in your exercise session immensely. Carrying a protein bar or fruits can help expedite your recovery process after training.

·         Tape

Mat burn is a common occurrence that no BJJ learner can escape. You can use tape after you get your first blisters or can take preventive measures by taping up your toes. Certain athletic or blister tape is outstanding for the job. Purchase a roll and stock it in your BJJ training bag. It’ll be of use at some point in your BJJ learning process.

·         Water Bottle

Please invest in a high-quality large water bottle for your BJJ classes. BJJ training sessions are generally extremely intense and can burn up to 1000 calories for every hour of training. You’ll be drenched in sweat. So, staying hydrated throughout such high-intensity training sessions is necessary. Keep your water bottle full of water or any energy drink, and keep providing fuel to your body as you train hard. Especially for kids martial arts classes, filled water bottles should never be ignored.

·         BJJ Gym Bag

A superior quality gym bag is a basic necessity for learners. Gym bags with multiple compartments are most preferred. Some are needed for dry stuff and a meshed area for wet gear. Since you’ll be carrying a lot of things at your gym like water bottles, Gi, towels, tape, and more a big sized quality gym bag must be purchased before you start off at the gym.

·         Notebook

Notebook is a thing that differentiates BJJ practitioners from other martial art artists. BJJ classes will teach you lots of grappling techniques and drills during the training session. Since there are so many in numbers, you might forget or overlook some pointers and skills over time. Noting down important things will help you in the future. Basically, it’s an instrument to invigorate your recollection long after each session. You can certainly return to your BJJ notes anytime you require a reminder on a technique or process.

Conclusion

The above things are vital for attending BJJ martial art classes by Atos Jiu-Jitsu Houston without hassle. There you are! You now possess all the stuff you’ll perhaps need to start off with BJJ classes. So, just stop making apologies. Source

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I swear you guys are making me want to learn a martial art 😭

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Jokes and shitposts aside, I know that martial arts and shit are not accessible to most people both due to living locations, expenses, and the fact that some people just are not physically able to participate in them but I am 100% of the opinion that everyone - especially everyone with any amount of trauma (aka everyone) should and would massively benefit from finding a martial art of their choice and am glad said talk is getting people interested.

I've seen and heard so many people turning their lives around and dropping a lot of shitty coping mechanisms that they were struggling as they get themselves into it which is just generally great, but like it really gives you a shit ton more confidence and security in the world to be able to have the knowledge that your body alone - without any weapons - is capable of protecting itself. On top of that - it varies in level between choice of martial art - but the sheer level of fluidness and motion involved with martial arts really has historically helped a lot in creating more of a non-overwhelming connection with our body. Then on top of that there is also all the fitness and health benefits that come with any exercise.

And on top of that, a lot of martial arts of Asian origin have a large emphasis on communal learning and control, restraint, and the concept of power in the ability to have discretion on when to maim and when to not which while it is not my "cup of tea", it admittedly helps pieces of shit like myself (who also deals with a shit ton of ASPD tendencies) who are chronically on aggression, dominate, and destroy mode due to trauma cause it has given me a bit of a "stop gauge" by teaching it in a very positive "home environment" for me.

It's a whole fucking rabbit hole to go down and every martial art has a different culture in large, and every dojo / gym has a slightly different culture within that, and honestly most are very enjoyable to be around. If one martial art doesn't fit your taste may it be by how it works or the culture of the practitioners, there are so many others.

We've done a shit ton of them in small bits to find what combination we like- karate (1.5 years), boxing and Muay Thai (1.5 years formally, then an additional 1.5 years independently), a few sessions of BJJ (didn't work with our schedule, though we intend to return to it), Aikido (2 months), Kendo (1 month) and Wing Chun for 2 months formally, but 4 considering I have been addicted and independently studying. And from that we've decided our regular practicing set probably for life will probably be Wing Chun, Muay Thai, and either Jiu Jitsu or BJJ. We might try Taekwondo and see if we like that over Muay Thai since Taekwondo is theoretically known for crazy kicks as well, but ya know. It's fun to look around and shop for what combinations of styles fit you when you get into it.

Also honestly, when we were in 7th grade, we started karate because (and everyone in this system forgets it) we (and probably me) really wanted to have the knowledge on how to kick our fathers ass if we needed it, then PCOS and other system / trauma shit ruined fitness for us and we went into major survival couch potato mode for the rest of middleschool, highschool, and the first two years of college. Then Ray came back and needed shit to cope and mid a month of him just being really ass kicked by mental health shit went "Hey guys, Im literally dying and I need to pick up martial arts to not die again, I'm shelling out like $500 worth of investment into UFC" and we just dove head first into it again since UFC gyms and their boxxing / muay thai classes and conditioning classes are fucking insane when you aren't used to them.

And that honestly revolutionized so much of our life, how we coped, and generally helped a shit ton of our parts Figure Shit Out. We dedicated a shit ton of our time, flipped our comfortable diet, got healthy, actually began to value our body beyond just a "vessel", actually began to take care of its health issues more seriously, actually got most of our parts to actually figure out gender and self expression, actually gave us something to be proud of that comes solely from ourselves. Then I came out of whatever the fuck weird semi-dormancy lack-of-awareness as a part, was on a total self / internally destructive pisser, used some of our MMA shit to chill a bit and bond with specifically Ray who is now "coach" to me and like

Rapidly realized I think Ray and everyone else here who enjoys boxxing is a fucking gwailo idiot cause boxxing is stupid and inefficient and lame as fuck since apparently I was one of the only ones that had muscle memory for palm strikes and other not-glove-needing punching styles and had me going "Guys why the fuck are we fighting like a stupid inefficient white bitch, go get your asses back into Eastern Martial Arts white bitches dont know whats up" and made a deal with the system that I'll maybe lower how much of a piece of shit I am in exchange for being able to be in Wing Chun

And honest to fucking god, I have very very very few things that make me genuinely happy rather than "enjoying being pissed off / angry / annoyed because its my favorite emotion" which is an issue / symptom that causes me to be fucking a stupid asshole 24/7 since its not great to be addicted to adrenaline highs and ruining everyone's day and crap - but Wing Chun and guitar shit are unironically the only two things that reliably make me actually feel something positive without it at least partially coming from a place of destruction, snark, annoyance, anger, or harm so more than anything, considering it is one of my TWO things, its fucking revolutionary for me. It quells my pisser so fucking much to the point sometimes I'm just like OK I wanna strangle a hoe (irl or in the system), I'll just review how to break an arm and tone my reflexes with Wing Chun drills and just engage in something thats actually good and positive.

It's fucking amazing, good and great and yall should fucking give it a go if you can. Also like, I haven't really looked into it myself cause *motions to the dojos and shit we usually have and the knowledge to independently practice ones we have more experience in* but there are a lot of youtube videos covering basic principles and drills and shit. Of course martial arts are a shit ton more technical and small in the details, but western ones are a lot easier to learn independently and some of the eastern martial arts that are - for a lack of better words - not as active combat focused like Tai Chi can be learned at least semi decently over free to access videos. In those cases, even if you can't "properly learn" and "properly practice" them, you can still gain a lot from so much as look into them, learning concepts and general motions. You might not be as precise and "proper" in technique, but if money or accessibility to a gym / dojo is an issue, it is always a great place to start.

Also for those that are more physically limited, there are some martial arts out there for you. I'd have to dig more into it, but in 7th grade we did karate primarily with a friend who was near-blind (could technically see, but had to have it majorly blown up) and a lot of eastern martial arts are formed historically for individuals that are poor, women, or in places of "lower status" so they tend to have some room for being "weak, short, etc". There is also the complete option to just know your limits and take it at whatever level you can. Of course even with all that, not everyone can do martial arts physically, which is unfortunate, but it might be worth poking around.

And HONESTLY, if anyone wants to talk martial arts I fucking love that shit.

-XIV