Max, I understand that you place great emphasis on doing the Sanchin kata. I have a goal of doing the kata six times a day. I try to find the time to perform the kata three times in the morning and three times after dinner. Of course, there are times when the goal is not met, either because of time ...

Does anyone have a suggestion as to where I could purchase a set of jars?

Any assistance will be appreciated?

Do you think it is essential to do Sanchin with the jars (or other weighted objects) in order to develope the musculature to properly do the Sanchin kata?

Regards,

Bill

Kerry, What is it about the Sanchin Kata that makes it so different than other structured routines. On the surface of it, it consists of a number of karate techniques connected by a series of steps and turns. However, many people seem to think that by practicing this one kata, virtually to the exclu...

With all due repect, I am tired of the lame attacks on the character of John Kerry. To be critical of his positions on the issues is one thing but referring to him as a traitor because he came to disagree with the way the war in Vietnam was fought, is foolish. If being critical of the way the milita...

Does anyone have any suggestions for a training regimen for someone that is new to the martial arts?

I have only 30 minutes a day to work out and I want to use that little time as effectively as possible.

I would be grateful for any assistance given.

Bill