Last night I took a kick in the side of the knee while my leg was at the worst possible angle for it. After dropping to the mats for a bit, with some help, I got up and hobbled home. I would like to say thanks to everyone there for helping out. I'm borrowing a tensor bandage and an ice pack from the school. I was lucky to be giving Sifu Robertson a ride there because he drove me back home.
Today after lots of ice and ibuprofen it definitely feels weird moving my leg a certain direction. It feels like my knee has way less support than it should to the inside. So I went to the Royal Alex to get it looked at. The doctor confirmed there is more movement than normal to the inside but wasn't positive what it is. She suspected a sprained or torn MCL but made me an appointment with orthopedics to get it looked at again. Meanwhile I'm supposed to stay off it and keep a tensor on. I used my McNeil cane to the hospital and got a nice comment on it. Who knew? Its good for beating people and healing!
So it looks like I'm down for a bit. Obviously I'm a little peeved right now. I just hope it heals fast.
Friday, February 17, 2012
Tuesday, February 7, 2012
Gym
I took the first step towards one of my requirements tonight. One of my personal goals for the IHC this year is to supplement my training by going to the gym at least 100 times this year. Tonight I visited Grant MacEwen and signed up for a membership. Cardio equipment at the gym will be one of my biggest resources for the 1000 mile journey.
It's my first time seeing their facilities and I like the look of things. My membership gives me access to the usual fitness equipment as well as a pool, gymnasium and squash courts. The squash courts are the biggest bonus for me because I love the sport and it is absolutely fantastic for the body. I think I read somewhere that it's the healthiest sport around because it burns a ton of calories, increases coordination and dexterity. I will definitely be counting squash games towards km's. Now I just need to find people to play against...
When I say I want the gym to supplement my training I mean I'm going there for very specific reasons, mostly strength training and cardio. Obviously I prefer Kung Fu to be my primary source of exercise. I also don't want to bulk up like a gorilla and lose what flexibility I have. I'm going to have to come up with a dynamic workout routine and really focus on stretching more. My flexibility needs lots of work, especially in my hamstrings. I'm starting to suspect that many of my issues with certain techniques and forms can be traced to the tightness in the back of my legs, mostly around the calves.
I've never liked gyms to be honest and I get bored easily unless I am doing some sort of activity. That's why I've always played sports and been outdoorsy! You get exercise AND entertainment.
It's my first time seeing their facilities and I like the look of things. My membership gives me access to the usual fitness equipment as well as a pool, gymnasium and squash courts. The squash courts are the biggest bonus for me because I love the sport and it is absolutely fantastic for the body. I think I read somewhere that it's the healthiest sport around because it burns a ton of calories, increases coordination and dexterity. I will definitely be counting squash games towards km's. Now I just need to find people to play against...
When I say I want the gym to supplement my training I mean I'm going there for very specific reasons, mostly strength training and cardio. Obviously I prefer Kung Fu to be my primary source of exercise. I also don't want to bulk up like a gorilla and lose what flexibility I have. I'm going to have to come up with a dynamic workout routine and really focus on stretching more. My flexibility needs lots of work, especially in my hamstrings. I'm starting to suspect that many of my issues with certain techniques and forms can be traced to the tightness in the back of my legs, mostly around the calves.
I've never liked gyms to be honest and I get bored easily unless I am doing some sort of activity. That's why I've always played sports and been outdoorsy! You get exercise AND entertainment.
Sunday, February 5, 2012
Ouch
So far its been a bit of a slow start in a few areas. My body isn't what it used to be so my fitness level will be an obstacle for awhile. Last weekend after the banquet I did a few hundred situps/pushups as well as some weight training. As a result I was so sore for the next few days that I couldn't even think of doing another pushup.
All the pullups in the black belt class paired with a little kwan dao training killed my biceps. I woke up this morning to the aching itch in my arms. So it looks like I'll be slowly increasing my numbers as my strength and stamina increase. I can already see the results!
All the pullups in the black belt class paired with a little kwan dao training killed my biceps. I woke up this morning to the aching itch in my arms. So it looks like I'll be slowly increasing my numbers as my strength and stamina increase. I can already see the results!
Sunday, January 29, 2012
After the Banquet
Last night was absolutely fantastic! I missed last years banquet and I had almost forgotten how fun it is to be part the most important day of the Kung Fu year. It was inspiring to see everyone working together so well. Congratulations again to everyone promoted! I hope to be up there next year. As part of the I Ho Chuan I'll be working on my second degree requirements all year.
Still inspired from yesterday I've spent my lazy Sunday doing pushups/situps and contemplating all things Kung Fu.
Still inspired from yesterday I've spent my lazy Sunday doing pushups/situps and contemplating all things Kung Fu.
Wednesday, January 25, 2012
Hello World! I'm Back!
This blog has grown a bit dusty. I can't believe my last post was over a year ago! As depressing as that is I'm even happier to be back! It's a new year and I've signed myself up for the ultimate resolution. I will be taking part in Silent River Kung Fu's newly revamped, UBBT inspired, I Ho Chuan class! That means I'll be working hard all year honing my mind, body and soul so that I may emerge as an improved human for 2013.
My mind's been getting more of a workout than my body these days, busy running the counter at Cafe Me while my soul makes the rounds serving customers with a bit more indifference than he should. Body is in the back, asleep, on a pile of neglected routines.
This is going to be a challenging year. I expect the beginning to be brutal but things should get easier once I hit my stride. Getting started I may need help with motivation and inspiration until I become self sustaining. Fellow teammates: feel free to chastise me if I'm dragging my feet.
Good to see you all again. You all look lovely.
My mind's been getting more of a workout than my body these days, busy running the counter at Cafe Me while my soul makes the rounds serving customers with a bit more indifference than he should. Body is in the back, asleep, on a pile of neglected routines.
This is going to be a challenging year. I expect the beginning to be brutal but things should get easier once I hit my stride. Getting started I may need help with motivation and inspiration until I become self sustaining. Fellow teammates: feel free to chastise me if I'm dragging my feet.
Good to see you all again. You all look lovely.
Monday, December 20, 2010
Finally Finals
My last two exams are tomorrow! I've been studying like crazy the past couple weeks. It's going to feel strange being done. I haven't been thinking of anything but exams, I don't even know what I'm going to do during the break. Maybe buy a car if I have the cash, I'll have to do a financial check on myself. TOMORROW IM DONE WEEEEE! I may in fact drink myself into a stupor tomorrow night.
Monday, December 6, 2010
The Dusty Road
I'm sad to see that it's been almost seven months since I posted anythign here. I have no excuses. For some reason I just haven't and I certainly could have. I feel like I haven't had anythign to talk about for ages. Maybe it has something to do the fact that I feel a little embarassed and ashamed with the way things have gone lately. Anyways, here I am, I'll see if i can get back into the habit.
Here's what I've been up to. School. That's it. For the past few months I have been at school for 10 -14 hours almost everyday. Even for 3-4 hours on weekends. When I'm not at school I'm usually working on homwork or procrastinating because I don't feel like fighting with the buses. No vehicle at all anymore so I'm taking the bus everywhere. It sucks. Easily slashes two hours off the day. At first I never got around to buying a car because I didn't have time to look for one. Now I don't think I have the time OR money. I'm broke. The ammount of work I've had to do lately is absolutly rediculous. I swear my program has got to be the only one at NAIT where you can regularily find our entire class staying untill 8pm.
I haven't trained in a few months and as such I believe I'm in the worst shape I've ever been in. When I'm not working on school stuff I spend my free time feeling burnt out, sleeping, vegetating, playing video games or hanging our with friends. I don't even try to make plans for anything anymore. Not much of a social life lately.
This all sounds depressing I'm sure but I still don't want give the impression all is dark and dreary. I do enjoy much of the stuff I'm learning, some of it I'm quite good at, some of it not. I'm happy to almost be done. I'll be in a fantastic position when I can graduate (oh god don't fail) and shouldn't have to worry about careers/cash so much. The thrashing my life has taken is a necessary sacrifice and I don't regret it. Unfortunatly it's only natural that not being around anywhere/contributing to anything must lessen others opionions of me. It really hurts letting people down and loosing prestige. Although I don't feel like apologizing too much. This is the way it has to be... for now. C'est la vie.
As for how long things will continue to go the way they are now? I can't say therefore I won't even guess. Meanwhile I will try to get back to journaling, I'm sure it's good for me. Sorry, I won't have anything interesting to write about. I think I might talk about school and some things no one will understand or care about. I eagerly, with great anticipation, await, can't wait and look forward to Christmas break.
Here's what I've been up to. School. That's it. For the past few months I have been at school for 10 -14 hours almost everyday. Even for 3-4 hours on weekends. When I'm not at school I'm usually working on homwork or procrastinating because I don't feel like fighting with the buses. No vehicle at all anymore so I'm taking the bus everywhere. It sucks. Easily slashes two hours off the day. At first I never got around to buying a car because I didn't have time to look for one. Now I don't think I have the time OR money. I'm broke. The ammount of work I've had to do lately is absolutly rediculous. I swear my program has got to be the only one at NAIT where you can regularily find our entire class staying untill 8pm.
I haven't trained in a few months and as such I believe I'm in the worst shape I've ever been in. When I'm not working on school stuff I spend my free time feeling burnt out, sleeping, vegetating, playing video games or hanging our with friends. I don't even try to make plans for anything anymore. Not much of a social life lately.
This all sounds depressing I'm sure but I still don't want give the impression all is dark and dreary. I do enjoy much of the stuff I'm learning, some of it I'm quite good at, some of it not. I'm happy to almost be done. I'll be in a fantastic position when I can graduate (oh god don't fail) and shouldn't have to worry about careers/cash so much. The thrashing my life has taken is a necessary sacrifice and I don't regret it. Unfortunatly it's only natural that not being around anywhere/contributing to anything must lessen others opionions of me. It really hurts letting people down and loosing prestige. Although I don't feel like apologizing too much. This is the way it has to be... for now. C'est la vie.
As for how long things will continue to go the way they are now? I can't say therefore I won't even guess. Meanwhile I will try to get back to journaling, I'm sure it's good for me. Sorry, I won't have anything interesting to write about. I think I might talk about school and some things no one will understand or care about. I eagerly, with great anticipation, await, can't wait and look forward to Christmas break.
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