Timing

Though there are various definitions for what is referred to as timing in the martial arts, generally it refers to the ability to know the right moment to execute a technique. This means that you have the capacity to recognize openings in your opponents defense and to capitalize upon those opportunities. 

What is the right time? It's the time at which the move can be the most effective. 



Principles and Concepts For Martial Arts

The Principles of Unarmed Combat pg 96

Principles and Concepts

What is the difference between principle and concept? 

The words are often used interchangeably, which begs the question, what is a principle and what is a concept? Are they the same thing or is their a difference?  Well, this isn't really an easy thing to answer as there is a great deal of philosophic and scientific thought behind these terms. Here's some interesting articles which explore these topics.

New World Encyclopedia: Concept

New World Encyclopedia: Principle

From the book "Principles and Concepts for Martial Arts:

Principles are ideas which lead to success. They are logical explanations of how and why things work-or don't. If a principle is true and it is applied correctly, it results in success. 

Gun Safety

1. Treat every gun as if it were loaded, regardless of perceived or actual
condition

2. Keep your finger off the trigger until ready to shoot.

3. Always keep a gun pointed in a safe direction and never point your weapon at anything you're not willing to destroy.

4. Be sure of your target and know your target’s foreground and background.

Reference:

How To Shoot Like A Navy Seal

Magpul: Dynamic Art Of The Handgun

 

Part 2

Full Video: All Four Parts Russian (Shady)

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1M6zAfPnhws

https://lawofthefist.com/key-strategies-for-orthodox-or-conventional-boxers/#Circling_to_the_left

https://www.reddit.com/r/amateur_boxing/comments/b9b99d/circling_right_vs_circling_left/

Knees

Knees can be broken down into various categories.

1) Free Knee
2) Clinch Knee

Straight Knee
Diagonal Knee
Curved/Side/Slap Knee



https://youtu.be/D7KkmsypZqE?t=282

https://8limbsus.com/sylvie-technique-vlog/sylvies-tips-different-kinds-muay-thai-knees

https://evolve-vacation.com/blog/the-different-types-of-knees-in-muay-thai/

http://muaythaipros.com/the-ultimate-muay-thai-guide-to-straight-forward-knees/#

https://martialartsnerd.com/muay-thai-knee-strike-techniques-full-list/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJQOjfId4z7tj2boT_uWJsA

Knife Types/Selection

Parts




I. Fixed Blade Knives
A fixed blade is a knife in which the blade does not fold or slide. Fixed blades are typically stronger due to the tang (the portion of the blade which extends into the handle). 




II. Folding Blade Knives
A folding knife is a knife that connects the blade to the handle through a pivot, which allows the blade to fold into the handle. Many folding knives have a locking mechanism to prevent injury by the blade accidently closing on the users hand. Some of these include:

1) Slip joint – Found most commonly on traditional pocket knives, the opened blade does not lock, but is held in place by a spring device that allows the blade to fold if a certain amount of pressure is applied. A good example of a popular slip joint knife is the Victorinox Swiss Army Knife. 

Anatomy and Operation of a Slipjoint Folder

2) Lockback – Also known as the spine lock, the lockback includes a pivoted latch affixed to a spring, and can be disengaged only by pressing the latch down to release the blade.

How a Lockback Folding Knife Works

3) Linerlock - a Linerlock is a folding knife with a side-spring lock that can be opened and closed with one hand without repositioning the knife in the hand. The lock is self-adjusting for wear.

How Liner Locks Work: Beginner Knife Knowledge

4) Compression Lock - A variant of the liner lock, it uses a spring lock which wedges into an impression in the blade when opened. Spyderco had a patent on the compression lock which expired in 2021, so it's likely other companies will soon produce their own models. 

How A Spyderco Compression Lock Works

III. Sliding Blade Knives
A sliding knife is a knife that can be opened by sliding the knife blade out the front of the handle. One method of opening is where the blade exits out the front of the handle point-first and then is locked into place (an example of this is the gravity knife). Another form is an OTF (out-the-front) switchblade, which only requires the push of a button or spring to cause the blade to slide out of the handle and lock into place.

Knife: Wikipedia

Bladehq: Knife Lock Types Guide

https://www.ukpreppersguide.co.uk/lock-knife-locking-knives-for-survival-and-prepping/

https://thetacticalknives.com/locking-mechanisms/

https://www.bladehq.com/cat--Knife-Lock-Types-Guide--3511

https://hiconsumption.com/complete-guide-to-knife-locking-systems/#:~:text=Liner%20Lock,used%20in%20everyday%20carry%20knives.

https://knifebasics.com/spyderco-compression-lock-detailed-review/

https://everydaycarry.com/edc-knife-locks-guide