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Royce: March 12 2006
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I am not tryng to open a can of worms at all, I am actually seeking advice. However it is a little bit of a heated subject. What are your personal opinions on Leung Ting's Wing Tsun, are there Wing Chun schools or Wing Chun styles you recomend above Wing Tsun? I live in the Phoenix area, so if you know of a reputable school here I would greatly appreciate any input. Thanks in advance.
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Steve Cotter: March 13 2006
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Hi Royce,
I don't really have an opinion about one from v. another. The only question that matters to the MA is "can he fight?". If yes, it is a good (effective) style. If not, it is not good.
Of course later on, things like character, philosophy, healing ability and other things may indeed matter even more (the art) to the MA student, but that is not why people seek one art over another. Whoever can use "it" and teach you how to use it is a worthwhile teacher/school.
Try to move away from the politics of styles if possible. It can be almost impossible to do so when in a MA school for long enough, which is why one must 'evolve' his personal style.
I don't know who the best Wing Chun or Wing Tsun is in Phoenix, but if Augustine Fong is still teaching, it would be worthwhile to check him out. I have heard he is very good.
Best of luck on your journey.
Steve
http://www.fullkontact.com
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DaveRKC: March 13 2006
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Thanks Steve Cotter
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Just wanted to thank you again for coming to Louisville and putting on 2 great seminars for my people. They all had a great time.
If you ever get a chance to take one of Steve's workhops, jump on it, it is worth every cent. Steve's a great instructor & a great guy. I learn something everytime I work with him. Watching him teach is learning experience in itself.
Many thanks!!
Get some rest
Dave
Upcoming Seminars in Louisville, Ky
Dave
IronBody Traininig
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Steve Cotter: March 13 2006
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Dave,
Awesome job putting that together. What a great group of people. The only thing that was missing was a really large body to throw around ;-)
Thanks,
Steve
http://www.fullkontact.com
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KettleOne: March 14 2006
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Just got a bell w/Encylopedia of KB's
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I just got my bell and I also ordered Steve Cotter's Encylopedia of KB's. I've lifted weights for approximately 4 years and caught on here when reading about grip stuff. The Encylopeida is awesome and shows me everything regarding the lifts and even gives me some good programs. My only question regarding KB lifting is this.
Steve Cotter gives beginner/intermediate/advanced workouts. Do you do these workouts as fast as possible so you burn fat at the same time? Or take breaks etc. Also, The beginner program gives me an awesome sweat and I'm still building strength in my shoulders for the TGU's and stuff. But when should I progress to a tougher program? Also, lastly... how often should these programs be done? I also like to go to the gym to hit deadlifts, squats, and chest, are these somthing that can be done everyday, inbetween, etc?
Thanks for everyones help in advance.
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Steve Cotter: March 14 2006
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Hi KettleOne,
I'm glad that you are excited about KB Lifting and that the Encyclopedia DVDs are helping you.
Here is the approach to use when going through these programs:
1. Go through them in entirety emphasizing completing the total volume with correct form.
2. Once you are able to go through the program(s) correctly with no problems, then begin to time your workouts and try to complete as quickly as possible.
Always emphasize precision first, and then speed.
Of course, even the speed factor should be varied dependent upon the goal of the particular program. For example, if you are emphasizing conditioning, you will use sub-maximal KBs and move faster, with shorter, if any rest periods. If you are emphasizing strength in the workout, you should use near-maximal KBs and increase the rest periods.
If you are going to be integrating KBs with BB training on separate days, I suggest doing an intense KB circuit 2x per week, and lifting heavy with the BB 2 days per week. Depending upon your current level of S&C--if you are more advanced and used to the volume, you can work in a 5th day consisting of sub-max loads (a speed day).
Let me know if you have any more questions.
Steve
http://www.fullkontact.com
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cannavaro: March 27 2006
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Steve Cotter + Lauren Brooks pls read
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Steve, just purchased your EOKL and have to say it is the best fitness resource I have ever seen. Given that time, money and location currently prevent me from training with or as an RKC you have literally saved me hours trawling round forums and books for technique info. Thank You.
Lauren, the article you posted on womens KB training sums up perfectly what women need to know and do as regards 'toning up' and losing weight. Everytime a woman asks me about how to do these things I get so worked up I struggle to explain it properly! In future I will just give them a photocopy of your article. Thank you also.
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Steve Cotter: March 28 2006
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That's great to hear. I'm glad you have received so much value from the DVDs, and I appreciate your feedback.
Have fun with your training.
Steve
http://www.fullkontact.com
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