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A true story:
About 25 or so years ago when I first learned to stop forward momentum by tuck and roll, I was with some friends. I was young and drank quite a bit back then with my friends. One of my...

I think early Mantis training should be classified as a ground martial because I spend a lot of time on the ground :D. I was just curious if other people spend much time on falling (or recovery) and...

Very interesting responses so far. I really like BeiTangLang’s comment about why wait (LOL!). I believe the lead-in is directly proportional to our personality and age.

The answer is no if you only have to throw one attacker...

TaiChiMantis,
You sound a lot like me, with the ligament challenges and all of the rest that come with age. I am older than everyone in my class also (including my sifu), but they treat me just like...

What is the oldest STUDENT in your school?
I am curious about how unusual it is for older people to start mantis (and not drop out within a few weeks). I have been taking (and enjoying) 8Step for...

Does this mean PM = Lawyer ? :eek:

I liked the form composition a lot. It had weapons, both persons being disarmed, and hand to hand. Very impressive.:)

What works for me is when I do not have time to take notes ( because we may be moving through material quickly ) I set aside a time to go over what was covered with my kung fu "buddy". In praying...

Couldn't you imagine doing that kick on a board breaking competition? It would be awesome!

I have a question I would like to throw in the hat so to speak. Is there a pen type scanner that will convert Chinese to English that actually works? I think it would help me learn plus I would like...

Earthdragon:

Yes I agree with the premise of your post. They are very true (although demeaning in their deliverance) points. I have been through college (engineering) and I was able to grasp the...

Sweet :D Nice moves.

Thanks for the tip on the book K.Brazier. I will check it out.

In PM, Chi is often used to explain different aspects of the style and movement.
When you have the flu, your chi is bad. You cannot fight to your peak performance. Cigarettes bring down your chi....

Using Preying and Praying can be used interchangeably. It is a play on words. Prey is a helpless victim and the bug is a Pray-ing Mantis because of the way it holds it’s front claws in what looks...

Isn’t it amazing what palatable sounding steaming piles of ambrosia can be crafted when mixed with a little truth? ;)

Huh? :confused:

Could someone translate?

Welcome to the Forum Mighty Mungbean! :D

May the bird of paradise never roost above your head. :p

Thanks for understanding lapu_squared. I just wanted to let you know you have impressed me with your thought-out and respectful comments, rather than coming back with an emotional attack. You are...

I must repeat myself to those who read what they want to read and do not see the truth. I have no problem with there being other 8 Step roots. My problem is that there is a minority that can’t speak...

lapu_squared:

I have no problem with any Kung Fu Brother that wants to share their roots and knowledge. I welcome information on other branches and enjoy the fellowship between the different...

Here is a challenge to the people who love to put down someone else. Provide proof rather than a snake-oil sale pitch. I could write anything down and make it sound very convincing, but it still...

:eek: My panties!!!!!!!

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I have taken several martials over the years. I am currently an 8 Step student. I have had a good bit of email contact with a few 8 Step Sifu's. I have met briefly most of the Sifu's when they had...