Judo Compilation Highlight

Came across a cool judo highlight to share with you.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2PTM964fh0Q&feature=g-vrec&context=G208be83RVAAAAAAAABA

Knockout Power And Technique

Do you have to be strong to knock an opponent out? No. Some fighters are naturally powerful and can graze you on top of the head and knock out out or hit you in the arm and break a rib. Fighters like George Foreman have the kind of power. Some fighters can cause severe damage with an accumulation of punches. The hit you over several rounds and all of sudden you feel drained and woozy. Ali is that type of fighter. Then there is the guy who places his shots and times opponents, so that they move into those shots (i.e. Mayweather). You can be one of these if you examine how you are made. All of these will depend on your body type. And it will depend on your technique. Always practice your basics because when you get tired, you will have to rely on your technique.

Don Wilson Vs Dennis Alexio

Here's an old school kickboxing bout between Don "The Dragon" Wilson and Dennis "The Terminator" Alexio. It is early in Dennis' career and he put up a great fight with the legendary Wilson. 2 of the top guys of that time period going at it.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o6onWQkVQhw

Me & Some Friends Doing Judo

Wanted to share a clip of me and some of my judo buddies at the Annual Wakamusha Judo tournament last month. Josh White (one the top players in the US) is first. Old me is 2nd with the Uchimata and Dalorean pulls off a cool collar shin choke. I had 5 matches that day and learned a lot and saw a lot of good judo.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i3185pSIHgg

Ronda Rousey's Arm Bar

Ronda Rousey became the Women's 135lbs Strike Fore Champ this past weekend. Once again she defeated her opponent, Misha Tate, via arm bar. The technique she uses has been done 100s of times in world class judo competition, so when she puts it on, she puts it on. Notice how her knees are open and her ankles are crossed. This variation allows her to better control her opponent's body. Great job champ.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vOQr5sHY-Lc

Hitting Pads Don't Equate To Fighting

I'm seeing a lot of fighters hitting pads and mitts with some pretty cool combinations. Folks see Floyd Mayweather hit pads with his Uncle Roger Mayweather and copy what they see. It's the "Mayweather" system of mitt training. Coaches call out 5, 8, 10 punches combinations with slips, rolls, bob and weave, etc. Instead of sparring, a lot of guys will hit pads instead. You have to spar! Boxing, kickboxing, etc. are combat sports that require sparring. Your coach calling punches out for you and giving you preset moves is not going to do it. Drilling stuff on pads is cool, but you have create your own combos and adapt what you do to different opponents. Keep in mind that you're not going to rip of a 10 punch combo on a quality opponent, unless he's hurt or tired. Use the K.I.S.S. (Keep It Simple Stupid) methodology. Stay basic and use fundamentals.

Ioseb Koberidze

Here's a really cool guy, Ioseb Koberidze. He is the Branch Chief for Shidokan Ukraine and he is the founder of Shidokan Georgia. He has been a fighter, coach, promoter, and more. I had the opportunity of going to the Republic of Georgia with some American fighters on a show that he promoted. He is a true martial artist and gentleman.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lAUqGE4cmiU