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nunopicado
White Belt
Joined: 09 Oct 2018
Posts: 13
Styles: Shotokan
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 Posted: Fri May 21, 2021 4:59 am Post subject: KarateForuns 20th anniversary |
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Hello martial artists.
It's been a bit over two years since I was last here.
At the time, I had my belt for 3 months, a 10th kyu fresh out of my first tournament and with so much to learn.
Things change... Now I'm a 7th kyu (6th kyu by tomorrow, if everything goes well), and the way I figure, with much more to learn.
I've learned a lot, I've practiced a lot, and my motivation only grew.
Also, I changed a lot.
Since my last post, I was diagnosed with a type 3 herniated disc, and told by my doctor I had to quit karate (all physical activity, really). I was away for 3 months, then managed to slowly but surely get back, knowing now I have some limitations on what I can do, and learning to listen to what my body tells me.
I've learned to take it easy, both physically and mentally, and since I came back, I've entered a major national tournament, I've been helping the sensei teaching the youngsters, and overall, I've been an active member of my dojo, helping where I can, and having the time of my life on the process.
My last post was about how nervous I got in certain occasions, like a tournament or graduation.
I no longer get as nervous, but I'll admit, I still do a bit.
In this journey, I'm not alone.
My kid has been following the same path and we're having a blast working together on this.
So there it is, I took the opportunity to update my presentation on the 20th anniversary of the forum.
Congratulations to KarateForuns and everyone involved in its management.
By the way, wish me luck for tomorrow! 
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Fat Cobra
Blue Belt
Joined: 14 Jul 2018
Posts: 344
Location: Watertown, NY
Styles: Ryukyu Kempo
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| Posted: Fri May 21, 2021 8:14 am Post subject: |
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nunopicado, congratulations on your promotions in karate and welcome back to the forums.
Good luck in your future endeavors of you and your family in your martial arts journey. I look forward in hearing about your progress.
Karate no Michi! 
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Head of the Shubu Kan Dojo in Carthage, NY
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Wastelander
KF Sensei
Joined: 18 Oct 2010
Posts: 2711
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Styles: Shorin-Ryu, Shuri-Ryu, Judo, KishimotoDi
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| Posted: Fri May 21, 2021 9:24 am Post subject: |
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Congratulations, indeed, and welcome back!
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Kishimoto-Di | 2014-Present | Sensei: Ulf Karlsson
Shorin-Ryu | 2010-Present: Nidan | Sensei: Richard Poage (RIP), Jeff Allred (RIP)
Shuri-Ryu | 2006-2010: Sankyu | Sensei: Joey Johnston, Joe Walker (RIP)
Judo | 2007-2010: Gokyu | Sensei: Joe Walker (RIP), Ramon Rivera (RIP), Adrian Rivera
Arizona Practical Karate |
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bushido_man96
KF Sensei
Joined: 31 Mar 2006
Posts: 30001
Location: Hays, KS
Styles: Taekwondo, Combat Hapkido, Aikido, GRACIE, Police Krav Maga, SPEAR
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Patrick
KF Administrator
Joined: 01 May 2001
Posts: 28644
Location: Los Angeles, California
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aurik
KF Sempai
Joined: 08 Nov 2016
Posts: 458
Location: Denver, CO
Styles: Shuri-Ryu, Uechi-Ryu
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| Posted: Fri May 21, 2021 7:50 pm Post subject: |
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Welcome back! I understand what it is like to train through injuries. I have bulging discs in my lower back and arthritis in both knees. I’ve figured out what aggravates them and avoid those types of movements. It is all about trying to move forward in your training as best you can.
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My Journey (So Far)
Shuri-Ryu 1996-1997 - Gokyu
Judo 1996-1997 - Yonkyu
Uechi-Ryu 2018-Present - Nidan
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sensei8
KF Sensei
Joined: 23 Feb 2008
Posts: 16248
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Styles: Shindokan Saitou-ryu [Shuri-te/Okinawa-te based]
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| Posted: Sat May 22, 2021 2:08 am Post subject: |
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Congrats to your promotion, nunopicado; welcome back!! Please take care of your back; train at your pace, and by all means, don't overdue it.
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DWx
Black Belt
Joined: 17 Jan 2007
Posts: 6455
Location: UK
Styles: Tae Kwon Do & Yang family Tai Chi
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| Posted: Sat May 22, 2021 3:56 am Post subject: |
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Congratulations nunopicadoand welcome back!
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nunopicado
White Belt
Joined: 09 Oct 2018
Posts: 13
Styles: Shotokan
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Thank you everyone.
My grading exam went well, I was feeling ready, and felt good doing it.
The examiner didn't mention any mistakes, and I was aware of none too (although sometimes it's harder to notice our own mistakes than it is for another person).
I should be getting the results in a couple of weeks, but I'm confident about it.
Now, work for the next stage begins. |
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sensei8
KF Sensei
Joined: 23 Feb 2008
Posts: 16248
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Styles: Shindokan Saitou-ryu [Shuri-te/Okinawa-te based]
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| nunopicado wrote: |
Thank you everyone.
My grading exam went well, I was feeling ready, and felt good doing it.
The examiner didn't mention any mistakes, and I was aware of none too (although sometimes it's harder to notice our own mistakes than it is for another person).
I should be getting the results in a couple of weeks, but I'm confident about it.
Now, work for the next stage begins. |
The next stage never ends. I wouldn't want it any other way.
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on the post.
