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Awesome! I'd love to train at a big school like that.

The black belts also get better sparring under belts. First the learn to control their power and technique and with the under belts you never know where the strike is coming from so they get better at expecting the unexpected and reacting accordingly.

So far just an hour of teaching TKD mostly Side kick and white belt forms

I almost never drink and didn't give a second thought...I will now! Thanks for the info, I'll look into it for sure.

The school I train in as well as the one I run are quite informal, train where you want and enjoy the journey!! Glad you found us.

I started at 420 pounds and earned my black belt @ +- 340. Currently 315+-. I'm a fat black belt that won the AOMA Nationals board breaking with a turning kick break with the boards placed at 7' ...never judge a book by it's cover!

I went in scared and thinking that only fat people got diabetes. I learned that it's mostly genetic and that anyone can get it, therefore nothing to get depressed or feel guilty about. I learned how to count carbs and what they mean to a diabetic, how many and what types to eat, when to eat and why I need to eat more…

the math works when you trust it

get out of the 300s. 16-17 pounds to go!

Thanks for making this happen!

I learned A LOT in my Diabetes ed class, I was so happy I took it. I have heard nightmare stories from many other people but mine was great.

I like the filler in the noodle...I'm gonna steal that idea!

This week we did 3 beat (low block, punch front kick) practiced low and high block techniques. I used a pool noodle cut in half as a weapon to strike them with to simulate an attack without any fear of being hurt. This work well with young kids to help them gain confidence.

The school I trained in will not issue a Black Belk until the age of 12 and they have to perform the same requirements as any adult. I agree with this.

I go back to the Doctor on the 20th to discuss the results. They did not say what they are.

Welcome everyone! looks like we have a very diverse group here!

What rank do you start sparring? The school I trained with started sparring right away at white belt. The school I just started we have not introduced sparring yet. I have all new kids from age 6 to 12

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I'm on Metformin 2x Daily, I check more often if feel "off". I have not experienced any major spikes or drops

Seek and destroy ~ Metallica

Thirst was what sent me to the Dr. He diagnosed me as a Type 2 Diabetic. Don't ignore it.

I bet these would be great in the air fryer! (I love that thing!!)

HAHAHAHA!!!!!

It was mid February that I was 11.8, that was when I found out I was diabetic. Since then I have been very carb aware, took a diabetic awareness class and have been testing once daily (alternating between morning fasting and 2 hrs post dinner). According to my tracking app my average has been 101 with a high of 144 and a…

116 This morning, a bit High for me

Check out the new Martial arts group http://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/group/122428-martial-arts-fighting-fit

Congrats! Having lost over 100 pounds myself, I know how hard it is! Unfortunately I have about 100 more to go!

I do instant oatmeal every morning

I've found a ton of good DVDs at local goodwill and thrift shops. You can try several without spending a ton of money.

I use "Sugar Sense" I like it and it estimates my A1c