Intro to MMA

Thinking that we were going to a kickboxing class, Beth and I ended up in an intro to MMA class today (I had MMA confused with cardio MMA). It was a good intro to ground fighting, but I don't think I'll be doing any ultimate fighting anytime soon. We learned the Americana armlock, as well as the reverse ude-garami keylock. What's the next step on this ride: subdural hematoma?

Crossfit

I went to my first Crossfit class on Wednesday night, and I found it to be very demanding. It was nice because I could give my knuckles a rest from all the punching I've been doing lately. Crossfit is designed to give you full-body strength and aerobic training, often with minimal use of weights. I'm sore today, and I know that I will definitely be back!

Have you been accidentally punched in the face today?

Today was my second day of Krav Maga class. Krav Maga is a form of martial arts that focuses on self defense. Taking classes has taught me a few things about myself:
1. I am not a natural fighter.
2. I am not physically conditioned to participate in this activity for any sustained length of time.
3. I love Krav Maga.
4. I can (and must!) eat a lot more food on days when I am doing Krav Maga.