A message from DJ

Hope you all had a good time on Wednesday! Continue practicing (in a mirror) and with anyone you know from class. If you don't know anyone from class...meet someone!

Just wanted to let you know that we are going to be getting more equipment! It comes from Thailand...so it will probably take about 2 weeks.

Also, I am planning the next set of classes...so if you have STRONG preferences for hours, comment to this e-mail! I will most likely be trying to do the following: Beginner/Intermediate classes, a CQSD (close-quarter self defense) class, and a Ring-fighter class.

You are all putting in a great amount of effort...and the progress you see in yourself will make the pain and suffering worth it.

OPERA NON VERBA

DJ

Handwraps

Get your handwraps! I added two videos toward the bottom so you can see how to put on the wraps. There are MANY different ways (and thoughts about how) to wrap your hands. The idea is to protect your wrist and knuckles...

From DJ

Great class everyone! Keep working on your techniques, exercises, and stamina

1. Get handwraps. I went by Sports Authority and they have the 180 (extra long) wraps, or simple bag gloves, etc - this will protect your hands!
2. If you want to pursue fighting amateur fights, check out the link on this page and get yourself a pair of 16oz gloves...you will need to train with them (and make contact with Nelson at the next class!)

HOMEWORK -
1. Try doing Thai squats (50 or so) several times a day
2. Try doing 100-200 pushups a day. Break it up into 25 at a time at first.
3. Situps...well...just do them until you can't do anymore! You will need it.
4. Practice what you learned (and practice in a mirror so you can see yourself!)

See you Wednesday!

DJ