Friday, October 14, 2011
MY FOCUS
My focus is on remembering the philosophy that comes with the practice. It’s not directed at competition but at self-defense, self-confidence, discipline and emotional control. The values you learn are priceless.
Tuesday, August 30, 2011
Sunday, August 14, 2011
Getting started with your first Kettlebell Workout.
By far the most important kettlebell movement you will ever have to
learn and master is the Kettlebell Swing. If you only ever got good
at one movement then this is the one.
The Swing is based upon the deadlift movement pattern and so targets
the majority of muscles in the body. It's even great for shoulder
rehab and stability.
Lets start with the double handed swing:
1. Ensure that you snap your hips forward fully and squeeze your glutes
2. Actively sit your hips backwards in the downward phase
3. Keep your chest up and don't reach too far back with the kettlebell
4. Work on your timing
Here's a great workout to start with:
Double Handed Swing 20 seconds
Rest 10 Seconds
Repeat 8 times
You can use this workout no matter what level you are at just increase
the weight and really work on perfecting your technique.
Happy Swinging,
Bruce
Friday, August 12, 2011
Wednesday, August 3, 2011
Thursday, June 23, 2011
Everything you need to know about creatine.
What is the Best Form of Creatine to Take?
Nearly all studies on creatine supplementation have evaluated pharmacological grade creatine monohydrate in powder form or have used oral or intravenous phosphocreatine formulations (a more expensive form of creatine).
Since creatine has become a popular supplement, there are a number of different forms of creatine that have been marketed (e.g., creatine candy/bars, liquid creatine, creatine gum, creatine citrate, effervescent creatine, etc). Many of these forms of creatine claim to be better than creatine monohydrate. However, no data indicates that any of these forms of creatine increases creatine uptake to the muscle better than creatine monohydrate.
The only potential benefits of these different forms of creatine are convenience, supplement variety, and/or taste preferences. The greatest disadvantage, however, is that many of these supplements are more expensive than creatine monohydrate. There is absolutely no evidence that you can take less of these types of supplements (e.g., liquid creatine or effervescent creatine) and get the same benefits than ingesting higher amounts of creatine monohydrate because of less breakdown in the stomach, greater intestinal absorption, faster absorption in the blood, and/or greater muscle uptake.
Care should be taken to only purchase high quality creatine monohydrate that is produced in inspected facilities that adhere to FDA good manufacturing practice guidelines.
Nearly all studies on creatine supplementation have evaluated pharmacological grade creatine monohydrate in powder form or have used oral or intravenous phosphocreatine formulations (a more expensive form of creatine).
Since creatine has become a popular supplement, there are a number of different forms of creatine that have been marketed (e.g., creatine candy/bars, liquid creatine, creatine gum, creatine citrate, effervescent creatine, etc). Many of these forms of creatine claim to be better than creatine monohydrate. However, no data indicates that any of these forms of creatine increases creatine uptake to the muscle better than creatine monohydrate.
The only potential benefits of these different forms of creatine are convenience, supplement variety, and/or taste preferences. The greatest disadvantage, however, is that many of these supplements are more expensive than creatine monohydrate. There is absolutely no evidence that you can take less of these types of supplements (e.g., liquid creatine or effervescent creatine) and get the same benefits than ingesting higher amounts of creatine monohydrate because of less breakdown in the stomach, greater intestinal absorption, faster absorption in the blood, and/or greater muscle uptake.
Care should be taken to only purchase high quality creatine monohydrate that is produced in inspected facilities that adhere to FDA good manufacturing practice guidelines.
Welcome.
Almost everything on here is my opinion, whether it's right, wrong, educated, or foolish that decision is yours.
Monday, June 20, 2011
self-defense class
I teach JEET KUNE DO(an extremely intricate method of self-defense), Filipino Martial Arts, MMA, and Kickboxing.This is what makes up our standup delivery system , our ground work comes from American Submission Grappling.This is no-gi submission fighting system. consisting of all aspects of submission arts, every possible escape known to martial artist are taught..What I am is a guy who loves to train and can hopefully pass on something beneficial.. .Recommendations For Bruce
Owner / Director BodyByBruce Self-Defense and Fitness “Bruce is an outstanding trainer and a seasoned martial artist. He has trained with some of the best talent in the business and has hosted exceptional seminars, many of which I attended. If you are serious about training and want results, then make Bruce your first choice. If you are new to the martial arts and do not want to spend 5 years learning katas that do not properly prepare you for combat self-defense, then again, see Bruce first! You will be able to learn what you use immediately if need be, and you will develop a new sense of confidence in yourself.” June 8, 2011 Top qualities: Great Results, Personable, Expert 1st Dr. Edmund "Butch" Herod, hired Bruce as a Personal Trainer in 1993, and hired Bruce more than once “Bruce has been a true help in my area of fitness for training for Triathlons as well as self defense in the art of Brazilian Jujitsu. His knowledge of nutrition helped to bring everything together. I recommended him to my friends and to anyone else looking to live their best life now and for the future.” January 31, 2011 Top qualities: Great Results, Good Value, High Integrity 1st Byron Walton, hired Bruce as a Personal Trainer in 2010, and hired Bruce more than once ..
Thursday, June 2, 2011
Splendora's Outdoor Bootcamp
We are getting our exercise fix at Tram rd park.If your looking for a non-traditional way to add exercise to your life,then we have a solution for you.Come have fun getting fit with us !!!
Monday, March 14, 2011
HOW LOW DO YOU GO
Seems to be the question I'm always asking people when they start bragging about squat numbers.As far as where to put the bar or how wide should your stance be, here's what I tell my clients: Don't force yourself into someone Else's squatting style with a completely different build and training background,slap on some light weights and try different bar positions and stances,whatever you need to find your groove that allows you to break parallel.Breaking parallel is a squat !!Anything above that is ALMOST a squat!!!Nothing bothers me more than to watch some clown pack 4 plates on the bar and drop down 4 inches and claim a 405 squat for a set of whatever..I see this time and time again in gyms all over.Full range of motion is what you should be going for in all your exercises.I squat deep, I like to know that I own the weight through the entire range of motion.Most people are afraid to bust parallel,as a result they get this fake squat weight. I've gotten client's with this problem. It's easy to fix but hard on the ego.Drop the weight back down to 135 and start all over through the entire range of motion.everyone whom I've fixed has great looking squats with real squat numbers,and are very grateful.Bar position and stance?Whatever gets you to below parallel. This is my rant on the squat.If your going to squat then squat otherwise get outta the way!!!!
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
PAK SAO
I read what I at first thought seemed a silly question especially coming from a JKD guy: "Should trapping be a part of JKD training"..Well of course it should,after all it is one of the 5 ways of attack and I've personally used HIA (hand immobilization attacks) in real street fights. I know trapping is very effective and needs to be second nature (not thought about,just responsive) !!So ,on the surface, this question seems silly.Should we as JKD practitioners spend large amounts of time on complex trapping ?I dont think it's necessary to get all Wing Chun with it but yes, I think it is necessary to practice HIA's !!! I follow behind a Pak Sao on most entries..
It is one of the 5 ways of attacks !
It should be simple,direct and effective !
Todays drill?? You guessed it :
Pak Sao to Striaght Blast to Double Leg.
Have fun training
It is one of the 5 ways of attacks !
It should be simple,direct and effective !
Todays drill?? You guessed it :
Pak Sao to Striaght Blast to Double Leg.
Have fun training
Friday, February 18, 2011
The Kilimanjaro Treadmill Challenge
Good afternoon everyone..just did the kilimanjaro treadmill challenge (A/30),5 minute legs. and found it very fun, nice on the calves too :) you can find this and more wonderful fitness ideas at http://www.fittalknews.com/ ,she's on point..thanks Shari for the workout.think i'll have my 3 pm try it out....
Friday, February 4, 2011
So what do I teach ???
I teach JEET KUNE DO, an extremely intricate method of self-defense.This is what makes up our standup delivery system , our ground work comes from american submission grappling..This is self-defense for personal protection,as a hobby and or personal development...This is a program that delivers a safe scalable and effective training solution for men, women, and children..Discover how learning self-defense can get you in shape, relieve stress, build confidence and help you achieve your goals. Come learn self-defense for fun and fitness in a safe environment...
Thursday, February 3, 2011
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
SPECIAL..$25/hr !!! PERSONAL TRAINING !!!!!
The next 10 people to sign up get :
unlimited training sessions per week
Up to 5x 50-minute training sessions per week
Option to lock in this price forever !!!!!
THE CATCH
Cannot be shared
Non-transferable
Strict 24 hour cancellation policy applies
Sessions do not roll over
No meal planning/diet
No unlimited text messaging support
All sessions must be scheduled by the Sunday prior to that week
Non-refundable
Cash or Check only
Rescheduling at mercy of availability
Not available for peak hours (typically 5-8pm, unless available)
!!!one on one training for self-defense,yoga,fitness or mix them all !!!
contact Bruce @ 281-387-8782 or email :brucemckinzie@rocketmail.com
Tuesday, January 25, 2011
hello world
back in my hometown,feels great to be here..everyones been asking for it ,so ive brought back jeet kune do..will be bloggin about JKD of course ,self defense in general,and all around fitness..
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