In my first match, we held equal for a long while until I attempted a men strike at close distance, and Chung-Li was able to make a kaeshi-do. When I think back, I should have just striked with my foot at the same spot instead of making a step forward, because I could reach his men already and moving forwards only slowed me down, and also sent a signal to my opponent.
Feedback from Ho Sensei:
- strikes and postures all looked good, but timing wasn't right, because I haven't trained for a while.
- find every possibility to strike.
This a good occasion to think about how to improve the competitiveness of my kendo. In training I should:
- observe the weaknesses of my opponents.
- use their weaknesses.
- use more continuous strikes.
Though I haven't lost so badly for a while, and maybe I should feel more ashamed than I did. But actually I'm more motivated to build up more shiai experiences and become strong.
5 comments:
Hey , you are GOOD (at least from my observation )!! don't be disappointed...
The 29-years-old lady is cheering you up ! lol !
Thanks! :) oh btw I need your msn (email me..)
There's really no reason for you to feel ashamed of your performance...at least for long anyways. Now that you know what's wrong, you can take steps to fix it before the next tournament.
Hey thanks Christopher. Indeed one has to stand up quickly again and fight on!
Hi Ivan,
I agree with Christopher.
"Keep your friends close but your enemies closer". I think losing is the best way to learn and improve in Kendo. I helps to see what you can do to improve!
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