by tfurman | Oct 23, 2018 | Articles, Blog, Body Weight, Health, Kettlebell, mobility, Suspension Training
When the word, “Core”, is thrown around, most assume that it is the abdominal muscles and that means a lot of crunches or Pilates type movements. However the core musculature involves the entire torso and it’s connection to the limbs. A strong,...
by tfurman | Jun 12, 2018 | Articles, Blog, Body Weight, Fitness, Martial Arts, mobility
To those of us who are Bruce Lee fans, the thought of his son, Brandon, carrying on his legacy was taken from us due to an on screen accident. However his mark as an actor, martial artist and icon are with us forever. I can recall some early articles about Brandon. I...
by tfurman | Mar 23, 2018 | Blog, Body Weight, Fitness, Health
Robert Conrad represents one of the apex action star icons in entertainment. Part of the genesis of the Wild, Wild, West, star was being raised by a single mother. She wanted him to identify with men more and his Chicago upbringing, along with boxing helped...
by tfurman | Apr 11, 2016 | Articles, Blog, Body Weight, Fitness, Health, Kettlebell, Suspension Training
Most often, advertisements are intentionally misleading. Sensationalism captures our attention and focusing on the extreme rather than a the middle ground becomes a seductive trap rather than a mere, logical fallacy. In an information based society, we want instant...
by tfurman | Jan 24, 2016 | Articles, Blog, Body Weight, Fitness, Health, Strength
Iron djuru number two is called the, “Gelek”. My best interpretation of this Indonesian term is, “spiral”. It’s twisting on your axis. It’s a consistent part of Indonesian martial arts involving, stepping, [Langka] and position. It...
by tfurman | Jan 8, 2016 | Articles, Blog, Body Weight, Fitness, Health, Kettlebell
“The Motion of Many Motions.” — Pendekar Paul de Thouars The word, “djuru” can mean many things in Indonesian martial arts. It is usually a short form using mainly the upper body. In a DVD, the late Paul de Thouars said it was, “The motion of many motions.” I...
