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Ok, at 3:25 in this video, how much is power and how much is pancake effect? <iframe width="420" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/16X_kkoj9-4" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>

That actually sounds similar to the story of my instructor. He didn't go into details but said he didn't like the politics of it. I'm getting in over my head in this discussion though because I really don't know much about it.

Where I'm going no one can become a black belt in less than 6 years. At least that is my understanding. It will take some much longer.

I passed! It didn't seem very difficult though. There was plenty of time to prepare. The board break was a "step behind side kick"

I went tonight. I kept my kicks lower and no pain. :thumbup: I don't have trouble with high front kicks. Just side and roundhouse so far.

Sounds like good advice, thanks!

The higher I try to go the more it hurts. It doesn't feel like muscle, more like bone.(joint?) I don't think it matters whether it's air or bag at least not like the height does. I'll check with an instructor. Seems they are always busy with something though.

I thought I might be pushing too hard and probably because I don't have the technique perfected.

Tang Soo Do

Well, I've been in it for about 3 months now. First test is Nov 22. I really enjoy the workout, even after doing tree work. The stretching seems to be what I really needed. I have a question for you experienced guys though, especially climbers. When doing sidekicks and roundhouse kicks I get...

Thanks, I look forward to reading it. :occasion5:

So can anyone recommend any good books on martial arts? The history in particular.

My instructor said it would take 6yrs to become a black belt.

I started Tang Soo Do 3 weeks ago. There isn't much to choose from in my area. I've been feeling much better already.