Structure is the hose that water pours through. Without the hose, there is no possible way of transporting water in such a focused way. If the hose is weak, it breaks; if the hose is too stiff, it’s lack of pliability impedes its full use. Our bodies are similar to the hose. They are the…
Category Archives: How to Use Body
There is Nothing Like Playing Push-Hands for Exercise!
There is nothing like playing some push-hands to enjoy an afternoon. Josh and I frequent the game for a bit of fun and exercise. Once in a while we get a little rowdy . . . but usually we simply train to sweat a bit. This day was a rather demure day of simple exercise….
Clarity of Mindset
There is this whimsical thought that one can mix and mash any style together through being creative and become better martial artists and fighters. This is seriously flawed thinking in my opinion. Technique represent more than just “hit him this way.” Technique, and the style it is embraced by, is not simply physical movement but,…
Training Tips
When training, keep in mind to use upper and lower body combinations; use straight and circular moves; integrate hands with feet; blend imagination with structure; watch the opponent’s body, not his limbs or eyes; and use angles. Just a few simple things to ponder. Peace and Blessings! GMB …
Something You Are
Always a good reminder: Kung fu is not something to do; it is something a person is. There should be no separation. When you (a student) misses a class without due reason, it is the same as not showing up for yourself — not just missing a class! It’s more than that! Show up for class;…
Three Thoughts
Do not allow your mind to interfere with your actions. Do not allow your emotions to interfere with your mind. Do not allow your ego to interfere with your Soul. While I teach and have written about these concepts for many years, I believe it will be a lifetime before I can fully benefit from…
Stability
From the book Seeds of a Hermit. The air in a tire is expanding. The tire is contracting. Stability Balance The abdomen should work in this way.
Round Ball of Air
The spine supports the abdomen. The abdomen supports the spine. Feel them support each other and hold a round ball of air firmly between them.
