How do you train for power?

[SPJ]

any specific drills or standing in posture in your style.

moving part or dong gong

stillness part or jin gong.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OjAy7bwWMtw&feature=related

:)

[sanjuro_ronin]

First maybe you should define "power".

[Frost]

Mainly through heavy weight lifting and explosive work (explosive weight training, medicine ball throws, simple jumps and plyo work)

Hitting the heavy bag and working throws on partners is also a big help in developing power

[bawang]

any specific drills or standing in posture in your style.

moving part or dong gong

stillness part or jin gong.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OjAy7bwWMtw&feature=related

:)

zhan zhuang da zhuang :standing like a post and hitting a post
liuxing zhuang: meteor post
baiyang zhuang: white birch tree

[hskwarrior]

i midget toss

[lkfmdc]

power comes from proper mechanics, which is why the early basic training is so important. Everyone wants to go "fast" everyone THINKS they are hitting "hard" but the reality is, GO SLOW, learn the technique properly, do the rep CORRECTLY 10,000 times and THEN the power comes

[hskwarrior]

or you can toss 1000 midgets :D

[Ben Gash]

Did Frank jut say he'd tossed off 1000 midgets? :eek: Who'd have thought it ? ;)

[bawang]

i find arguing about lineage gives me incredible power and stamina
i channel the power of the purple grass nun

[sanjuro_ronin]

Power is the ability to do work over a period of time.
More work under same time = more power
More work over less time = more power
Same work over less time = more power
etc, etc.
First understand what you are trying to accomplish, then develop it.

[Scott R. Brown]

power comes from proper mechanics, which is why the early basic training is so important. Everyone wants to go "fast" everyone THINKS they are hitting "hard" but the reality is, GO SLOW, learn the technique properly, do the rep CORRECTLY 10,000 times and THEN the power comes

Most excellent advice sir!:)


or you can toss 1000 midgets :D

Just remember to, "GO SLOW, learn the technique properly, do the rep CORRECTLY 10,000 times and THEN the power comes!" Then you are ready for the midgets! I recommend working up to the 6 footers at least!

Personally I train for power by crushing my enemies and hearing the lamentation of deer vimmin!

[TenTigers]

Power is the ability to do work over a period of time.
More work under same time = more power
More work over less time = more power
Same work over less time = more power
etc, etc.
First understand what you are trying to accomplish, then develop it.

I am striving for less work, over more time.
If I can get others to do my work for me,
That's power.

[hskwarrior]

Did Frank jut say he'd tossed off 1000 midgets? Who'd have thought it ?

ohhhh thhtop ett!! you tho thilly!!!:D

no i've tossed up 1000 midgets....they're more fun than the tall cans!!!

[IRONMONK]

what do you guys think of the claim that "power hitters are born" ?

[hskwarrior]

what do you guys think of the claim that "power hitters are born" ?

they had to start somewhere! :p

[sanjuro_ronin]

I am striving for less work, over more time.
If I can get others to do my work for me,
That's power.

Booyaah !!!

[sanjuro_ronin]

what do you guys think of the claim that "power hitters are born" ?

Quite correct, all can develop "power", but those born with power well always be ahead of the curve, just like those born with speed and strength.

[Boston Bagua]

I was born big and have had some great instruction over the years.

Big plus trained strength is a good thing.

For years most of my teachers would look at say what the hell you need this for anyway, just kill them....

but I like martial arts......

[lkfmdc]

Some people are born with "heavy hands" (or heavy feet since we can be talking about kicking). They may even be able to KO you with little, no or even WRONG technique. I know someone who kicks incorrectly but just has those "heavy feet" and KO's people all the time....

I still think you should strive for the best technique possible

[sanjuro_ronin]

Some people are born with "heavy hands" (or heavy feet since we can be talking about kicking). They may even be able to KO you with little, no or even WRONG technique. I know someone who kicks incorrectly but just has those "heavy feet" and KO's people all the time....

I still think you should strive for the best technique possible

I remember my first boxing coach when he held the mitts for me,"Wow, nice power, now lets see if we can put it to some use" LOL !!
He made me hit 'softer" and focus on technique ( sound familiar) and from there the power IE: Impace force, went through the roof.

I was always naturally strong and quick too, running the 100 meter under 11 seconds when I was 16 ( with no training) and deadlifting 360lbs in less than 2 months of training with a BW of 160.

Of course God balanced it out by making me shorter than a leperchaun !! ( I'm 5-6).:mad:

[Lokhopkuen]

I drive bull dozer:D

[sanjuro_ronin]

I drive bull dozer:D

Is that your nick-name for her?
:p

[Scott R. Brown]

Some people are born with "heavy hands" (or heavy feet since we can be talking about kicking). They may even be able to KO you with little, no or even WRONG technique. I know someone who kicks incorrectly but just has those "heavy feet" and KO's people all the time....

I still think you should strive for the best technique possible

Heavy hands or feet plus excellent technique equals nearly unbeatable...as long as you can also take a punch!


I remember my first boxing coach when he held the mitts for me,"Wow, nice power, now lets see if we can put it to some use" LOL !!
He made me hit 'softer" and focus on technique ( sound familiar) and from there the power IE: Impace force, went through the roof.

I was always naturally strong and quick too, running the 100 meter under 11 seconds when I was 16 ( with no training) and deadlifting 360lbs in less than 2 months of training with a BW of 160.

Of course God balanced it out by making me shorter than a leperchaun !! ( I'm 5-6).:mad:

I could always do 20-30 pullups, 30-50 bar dips, hold my breath for 3 mins, and was an aerobic animal, but could never bench. I'm built for endurance. I knew a guy who never picked up a barbell in his life and put up 165 military press 5 reps easy the first time out. That was my best for one rep in my entire life. Come to think of it he was about 5'6" too and Armenian...are you Armenian?

[sanjuro_ronin]

Heavy hands or feet plus excellent technique equals nearly unbeatable...as long as you can also take a punch!



I could always do 20-30 pullups, 30-50 bar dips, hold my breath for 3 mins, and was an aerobic animal, but could never bench. I'm built for endurance. I knew a guy who never picked up a barbell in his life and put up 165 military press 5 reps easy the first time out. That was my best for one rep in my entire life. Come to think of it he was about 5'6" too and Armenian...are you Armenian?

LOL !
Portuguese by birth, Canadian by citizenship.

[Lucas]

The riddle... of steel...

Yes! You know what it is, don't you boy? Shall I tell you? It's the least I can do. Steel isn't strong, boy, flesh is stronger! Look around you. There, on the rocks; a beautiful girl. Come to me, my child...

[coaxes the girl to jump to her death]

That is strength, boy! That is power! What is steel compared to the hand that wields it?

[sanjuro_ronin]

The riddle... of steel...

Yes! You know what it is, don't you boy? Shall I tell you? It's the least I can do. Steel isn't strong, boy, flesh is stronger! Look around you. There, on the rocks; a beautiful girl. Come to me, my child...

[coaxes the girl to jump to her death]

That is strength, boy! That is power! What is steel compared to the hand that wields it?

I saw that in a 80's porno !

[Lucas]

You saw that one too?!?

[sanjuro_ronin]

You saw that one too?!?

Nice orgy wasn't it?
Not that I can condone such behaviour !

[Lucas]

Gotta love that many women in one place.

Er, I mean filthy filthy stuff.

;)

[Yum Cha]

Bummer....all the good answers are taken.

[goju]

regular weight training using the traditional okinawan weight methods
stance practice at least 30 minutes to and hour a day
punching the maikwara 300 times each fist knife hand strikes on a brick
and of course sanchin:D
and constantly stretching your more powerful if your relaxed and loose

[Lokhopkuen]

Is that your nick-name for her?
:p

No she Tow Truck:D

[banditshaw]

The riddle... of steel...

Yes! You know what it is, don't you boy? Shall I tell you? It's the least I can do. Steel isn't strong, boy, flesh is stronger! Look around you. There, on the rocks; a beautiful girl. Come to me, my child...

[coaxes the girl to jump to her death]

That is strength, boy! That is power! What is steel compared to the hand that wields it?

My Avatar appreciates that quote. ;)

[Lucas]

"Two snakes coming together… Facing each other! But they're one!"

[David Jamieson]

lift weight.

correct your posture.

practice striking.

intention is key.