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  • #89459
    krav-math
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    Re: My diet for the next 3 months

    quote Krav Math:

    Hahahaha, nice. I’m keeping pretty well hydrated, but I’m still sore.

    I did start using a BCAA two days ago – worth the try ($20). I’ll report back if it makes a difference or not.

    Thank you

    Just to update everyone, taking BCAAs has greatly diminished the soreness level for me and my wife. I have used a couple of different brands with similar/good results.

    #89458
    krav-math
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    Re: Best cardio exercise for Krav

    Yes, bag classes will definitely improve your cardio. A nice side effect is that you won’t drop your hands as much in fight class because your shoulders should get really strong.

    #89103
    krav-math
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    Re: Krav Maga Alone?

    quote kravjitsu:

    I guess what I am looking for is… has anyone else noticed this?… That non-Krav training augments your training more than Krav alone.

    It all depends on where you train and your goals. Hopefully your school has a diverse instructor group . . . and if not, then you should probably augment your training. If your goal is to become a great BJJ practitioner then you definitely need to train at a BJJ school.

    As for fighting (standing), you should be getting enough instruction and practice at your KM school, especially as a green belt. So yes, because of my school I am able to do KM alone, but I’m also not expecting to gain the ground skills that match a pure BJJ purple belt.

    #89071
    krav-math
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    Re: Post Workout Supplements

    quote TacticalTimmy:

    Water, a banana, and a shower.

    Yeah, it seems most people keep it simple – which is good. I have been using a BCAA (Branched-Chain Amino Acids) product since the 6th and it seems to have really helped in cutting down the soreness.

    #89030
    krav-math
    Member

    Re: My diet for the next 3 months

    quote CJs Dad:

    I honestly don’t take anything. I hydrate and smoke a cigar LOL

    Hahahaha, nice. I’m keeping pretty well hydrated, but I’m still sore.

    I did start using a BCAA two days ago – worth the try ($20). I’ll report back if it makes a difference or not.

    Thank you

    #89026
    krav-math
    Member

    Re: My diet for the next 3 months

    quote CJs Dad:

    I’m no nutrition expert but you might want to think about supplements and some type of protein shake too.

    Agreed, I’m not 100% sure what my caloric intake is but I know it is more than 2000 calories a day. I just couldn’t see doing Krav on such a low calorie count for my size and energy needs.

    Since you are in on this thread, would you mind sharing what you take post workout (if anything), CJ’s Dad? I’m finding my soreness level to be higher than what I think it should be, but maybe that is just what my youthful thinking mind wants me to believe:):

    #89023
    krav-math
    Member

    Re: My diet for the next 3 months

    quote DavyCrippleCreek:

    (The boys over at Aikido, after class, would head to Pizza Hut for large pizzas and beer :D: )

    Hahaha, sure-fire way not to lose weight:)

    For me, just doing Krav four times a week while severely limiting alcohol, fried foods, and sweets was enough to drop 25+ pounds in 3 months or so.

    I found it too difficult to maintain a completely revamped diet. So instead I focused on making small changes, letting my body adapt and integrate those changes a slowly. It takes time . . . but the changes I’ve made have stuck.

    And I know for me that 2000 calories a day with limited protein wouldn’t cut it. My energy would be too low to workout to my fullest potential. You know your body and what it needs, so just listen to it while cutting out the things that are impeding your progress (think those unnecessary extras: mayo, sodas, chips, etc).

    Best wishes!

    #89016
    krav-math
    Member

    Re: Should I test into the next level or wait?

    I second Don’s comments.

    To use your numbers, I would say #2 and #4. Level 3 is where things start to get a lot more technical (at least where I train).

    But if you have the time to take extra classes each week and you can stay free of injury – take combo classes (levels 2/3, levels 3/4, etc.) because you get a little exposure to what is taught in the next level (i.e. increase your confidence). Take at least one combo class a week along with a dedicated level class at least twice a week. It’s a nice little confidence boost when an instructor demos a “new” technique at the next level and you say to yourself, “I’ve seen that before!”

    And with your combo level training partners . . . be very clear as to where you are at in terms of skill level. Don’t be afraid to tell your partner that you are new to a technique and that you may need to ‘walk’ through it a few times. A good partner will understand and accommodate accordingly.

    Best wishes!

    #88953
    krav-math
    Member

    Re: What is your green belt test like?

    Hello kravjitsu,

    My green belt test was one day, a little over 6 1/2 hours long, a good amount of sparring at more than 50% speed and power. Both guys and girls definitely went as full power as they could muster after the initial 2 hour ‘warmup’/pad work drills. In the warm up, we had to show that we knew all of the combos and could learn new ones on the spot as they were called out. In between each combo we did a set of 25 burpees/pushups/leg lifts/etc. You get the idea . . . basically hell on earth:) After that we performed technique drills: ground, standup, gun, knife, and rifle. The drills were non stop between you and your partner as our instructors graded us. Shock knives were used at various points. Lots of multiple attacker drills. Overall it was the most physically difficult thing I have done in my life. I really can’t remember much more than that because it was so intense and draining.

    That green belt test was one year ago next month. In 30 days I take my blue belt test. I am extremely nervous as this test is full speed and power with an emphasis on fighting against current belt candidates and higher belt students. It involves stand up with take downs into ground fight – basically an MMA fight. To get this blue belt test opportunity we had to pass 3 pre tests, which were very tough.

    Hope that helps give you idea. Congratulations and best of luck in your future tests!

    #88434
    krav-math
    Member

    Re: Percentage of people who reach L4+?

    quote hoop:

    I have thought about this as well, from a business owner’s perspective.

    For every 100 people who sign up for classes, how many take the L1 Test…the L2, etc.

    I know people wont have exact numbers, but there must a general trend over the years.

    My L1 testing group consisted of 26 students.
    My L2 testing group had 14
    My L3 testing group had 8
    I think all 8 of us are on track to test L4 together (barring no injuries or life circumstances) in about 7 more months.

    Krav is hard and requires a lot of dedication…add to that injuries and life circumstances and you can see why there is so much drop off. It definitely feels special to still be going strong and achieving rank, although the most important things I get from krav are fitness and family.

    #88099
    krav-math
    Member

    Re: First Time Jitters

    Hello Brandon:

    First of all, if your training at a place where the instructors ridicule their students a la FMJ, then you are training at the wrong place. Krav is not a bunch of mucho men and women – just check out the posts on this forum or visit a reputable school. I am sure someone from AZ on this forum can point you to a good school.

    Krav (to me) isn’t about becoming a badass. It’s about improving your level of fitness, confidence, awareness and (finally) self defense.

    Don’t worry about losing weight first. I was overweight and older when I started Krav, but I lost a lot of weight quickly . . . just work as hard as you can and the rest will take care of itself.

    Happy New Year!

    #88045
    krav-math
    Member

    Re: I cannot yet afford Krav Maga lessons but want to begin preparing

    My wife and I prepped by doing the Sean T Insanity dvd workouts. Those obviously cost money, so I would Google HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training). There should be tons of free YouTube type workouts that you can do at home and will help get you ready.

    And also, what DoubleStrike said about the book and cardio.

    #87971
    krav-math
    Member

    Re: A Little Disappointed…

    Hello kravjitsu

    My wife and I train Krav Maga. My wife is 5’6″ 140 and I’m 6’2″ 225. It took my wife nearly a year before she could buck and roll me with any consistency. Sometimes she can get the buck only, which forces her to use what little space she has to fight the rest of the way out. We are very fortunate to have guys with Blue, Purple, and Brown belts in BJJ train at our school . . . and my wife has been able to buck and roll those guys. But regardless, the focus of Krav is to not wind up in that position in the first place. So if you feel you can’t and/or never will be able to buck and roll a larger person, then work on avoiding that situation at all costs.

    As for realistic training . . . you stated that you have been training Krav Maga for, what, 10 months? If that is the case, then by this point you should know the good partners from the not so good partners. If all of your partners are compliant 100% of the time, then you need to speak up and let them know your needs. You cannot afford to allow your partners to be compliant all of the time.

    FYI
    Kevin Mack is a highly respected practitioner and is extremely knowledgable concerning the history of Krav Maga and various marital arts. It seems you missed the point of his post.

    #86929
    krav-math
    Member

    Re: Unable to make Krav Maga class…what about JKD?

    Never mind . . . we are going to tough it out with the late nights and get it done. We looked around and nothing compare to Krav and the instructors we have.

    #86919
    krav-math
    Member

    Re: Unable to make Krav Maga class…what about JKD?

    I have the same question as apywh, but I was wondering if anyone had a studio/dojo/gym they could recommend for Huntington Beach, CA.

    I trained 8 months in Krav but our class schedule was changed and doesn’t work for me. Very disappointed but would like to continue training something.

    Thank you

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