Does anyone self-train themselves

[B.M.S]

Does anyone actually self teach themselves because well it doesn't seem to work that great for me but than again I try self teaching myself Muay Thai but only the stretching.

[Tant01]

There are some things you can do on your own. For instance, most of my academic knowledge of MA is by actually researching things and reading whatever I can get my hands on. As far as learning techniques there is no substitute for a living breathing instructor that can teach the finer points. Also you can not learn to fight without actually fighting. Every MAist needs to test their theoretic principles from time to time. Kata is usefull if you know what you're doing. Good exercise too.

[Tom Yum]

Agreed with Tant.

Conditioning can be taken care of on your own. Running, rope work, heavy bag, weights - can all be done on your own time.

That way you are better fit for class, can work more effectively and get to the meat of it.

[Hardball]

Only in the beginning, when I could not afford a paid instructor. That's good at first; but once you get your cash right, get a paid instructor unless it's a relative then of course it should be free of cost.

Also, I taught myself several kata but that's a different ball game.

[koto_ryu]

I learned all my skills online from http://www.realultimatepower.net

[Ronson]

I "self-train" myself every night!

[Tant01]

I learned all my skills online from http://www.realultimatepower.net

You KILL me! That's funny!

Upon further reflection I did learn quite a bit and picked up a few skills on my own with a number of firearms... shooter's bible and a "Lee-loader". Like how to kill things. The field dressing and butchering process can teach us a thing or two and you can even find a culinary side to yourself. I have a good recipe for dragon ballz!

[Tom Yum]

I "self-train" myself every night!

Don't we all?

Actually I find self-training in the morning prepped alot easier

[cakegirl]

...and all that self-training can only positively affect your grip strength, so it's aaallll goooood.

[koto_ryu]

...and all that self-training can only positively affect your grip strength, so it's aaallll goooood.

Not to mention rhythm, endurance, and dedication!

[B.M.S]

Do any of you guys have a special type of music you listen to when you guys self-training?

[Tom Yum]

Do any of you guys have a special type of music you listen to when you guys self-training?

Music for self-training ?

I dunno....Sade (shar-day) is a good start, maybe some Enigma...lol

[koto_ryu]

Do any of you guys have a special type of music you listen to when you guys self-training?

I personall enjoy Barbara Streisand or Luther Vandross.

[Tom Yum]

I personall enjoy Barbara Streisand or Luther Vandross.

For your self-training?

....funny choices

[Broadsword2004]

I always play themes from "Rocky" when working the heavy bag