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  • Kevin

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    Mar 3/21 at 10:49 am in reply to: Kevin’s Training log

    Yesterday did 15 minutes sword work, 15 min yoga followed by my first long walk since my died.

    Today did medium workout focussing on stretto defense form , followed by 15 of yoga

  • Kevin

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    Feb 17/21 at 9:50 am in reply to: Devon Boorman: February Training Log

    My current daily activities are 40 minutes sword training 3 times per week alternating with 3 days of 10 minutes of sword training followed by 20 minutes of kettlebell.

  • Kevin

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    Feb 6/21 at 12:00 pm in reply to: training tool

    I purchased a SMALLRIG super clamp that easily attaches to the top of the tripod. The clamp holds steel longswords well ( I place it at the sword POB). The adjustment lever allows me to point the sword up or Down and it also pivots horizontally. I purchased this thru Amazon . Costs just 8 dollars Hope this helps someone.

  • Kevin

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    Jan 28/21 at 2:30 pm in reply to: Training Log: Week 4

    Did 30 minutes today focusing on approaching giocco with a longsword.

    I purchased and setup a camera tripod to hold a rapier and the placed it directly in front of a BOB training dummy. This gives great feedback and context for the drills.

  • Kevin

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    Jan 13/21 at 12:55 pm in reply to: Training Log: Week 2

    I was down with kidney stones Sunday thru Tuesday. Got back into the saddle today with 30 minutes slow and light.

  • Kevin

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    Jan 9/21 at 9:30 pm in reply to: Successful Training

    I have been struggling with the volume of material to do. My initial 30 minutes per day were not enough, so I have switched to two 20.minute sessions. I am still struggling with internal resistance to filming myself and posting

  • Kevin

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    Jan 9/21 at 10:12 am in reply to: Successful Training

    Thanks Devon for discussing the concept of the sword leading and pulling the body behind. That was a very powerful concept for me

  • Kevin

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    Jan 7/21 at 8:51 am in reply to: HEMA in video games

    I have played it some. I am waiting for the longsword to become available. At present only sabers are available and I am not familiar with them

  • Kevin

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    Jan 6/21 at 12:11 pm in reply to: Successful Training

    I find committing to a length of time each day and doing training with a playful attitude is helpful.I find music also very helpful.

    I find that going slowly and smoothly with attention to details is the most productive way for me. Speed and power to early covers up mistakes and creates incorrect muscle memory.

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  • Kevin

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    Jan 6/21 at 12:03 pm in reply to: Training Log: Week 1

    Today I trained 25 minutes of longsword followed by 15 minutes of yoga.

    Yesterday and today’s work have focused on Fundamentals course. I have also been working on the course work from Sunday. Lots to do and lots to catch up on.

  • Kevin

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    Jan 3/21 at 9:01 am in reply to: Emotional Training Environment – Blocks & Support

    Hi Greg, sorry to interrupt.

    I can’t find the link to login via zoom for today’s class Any help would be greatly appreciated!

  • Kevin

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    Dec 31/20 at 9:35 am in reply to: Greetings.

    Hello Ivan

    Good to hear from a fellow Boisean (sp?) I will be moving back to retire in Boise in July. My back ground is primarily German longsword (beginner level), some basic Japanese sword training and some fencing in college eons ago. My undergraduate studies were heavily focused in science and history. Perhaps we can meet up in the future.

  • Kevin

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    Dec 23/20 at 8:51 am in reply to: Longsword Quickstart Homework

    Hi Greg

    I have setup my training room but not added video capability yet. I am 65+ and a bit technically challenged so it’s going to take a while