MikeMarchetti

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    in How to switch from long cut to gaining weight? Comment by MikeMarchetti January 2014
  • I would rather be "lean" than "skinny." Even if you do have a larger frame (which may or may not be the case), you can still be very lean.
    in Do genetics really keep you from getting skinny? Comment by MikeMarchetti April 2013
  • Definitely agree. It also varies greatly based on the martial art itself. Good Brazilian jiu-jitsu and muay Thai schools can run as much as $150 per month, whereas judo and boxing tend to be much, much lower. It's always a good idea to research the instructors and their backgrounds before joining any gym.
    in Want to Give Martial Arts a try Comment by MikeMarchetti March 2013
  • I would certainly agree! The martial arts community, in general, is one of the most supportive environments one can learn and train in. My instructors and fellow students have become friends outside of the gym. If you put in consistent, hard work, then you will be respected and rewarded tremendously. You will feel awkward…
    in Want to Give Martial Arts a try Comment by MikeMarchetti March 2013
  • Dear Mrs. Malcolm, I would recommend giving muay Thai or kickboxing a try. They're very rewarding sports. If you want to be a well-rounded athlete, then I would suggest learning judo or Brazilian jiu-jitsu in conjunction with your standup training! I have been practicing martial arts for nearly 5 years now, and the…
    in Want to Give Martial Arts a try Comment by MikeMarchetti March 2013
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