Would Backyard Kendo Be a Good Idea as Exercise?

trustnoone on 03/03/2016 - 15:16

So I figured I might start trying to do some form of exercise after doing nothing for so long and I figured I might try doing something that interests me which is mostly martial arts stuff and sword fighting stuff (I'm already imagining the groans I'm hearing from people reading this :p).

But wondered what people think, is it worth it? Would it be enough to actually call it exercise (for example I probably need a whollee lotta cardio which I may not get from this sort of thing?).
The thing is I'm from the country area so I can't really join any sort of club. I really really don't mind the fact that I probably won't end up being any "good" or may even learn bad habits compared to someone with an actual teacher but wanted to get some thoughts.

Anyone tried it? Anyone know of any areas that might have good literature to follow up or learn myself on? Is it a good slash bad idea? Is there a better one (maybe something more easier to learn while still being similar) that I should look into?

Any help would be great.
Thank you.

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Comments

  • [Deactivated] on 03/03/2016 - 17:29
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    Can't comment on the Bruce Lee approach, if you like it then you're more likely to succeed.

    I lost 12kgs in 6 weeks (87 to 75kg) last year, followed the exercise portion of Beachbody T25 (Alpha version only), plus [(30sec x run)+(30sec walk)]x8 at approx 13-15km/hr daily, skipped few times a week. Cut out all alcohol, all soft drink, drank plenty of water, ate heaps of chicken and lean meat, plus lots of vegetables. It got really addictive after the first 3 weeks of torture, and the weight just melted off. Took photos twice a week and the changes were dramatic. Just FYI in case it's of any use to ya.

    • trustnoone on 03/03/2016 - 18:04

      Thanks for that, definitely helpful as it gives me an idea on what to look out for, especially in the cardio sort of area. I might try to work it into the "backyard martial arts" approach, like use a lesser form of this as cardio added with some martial arts attempts.

      • [Deactivated] on 03/03/2016 - 19:16
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        In retrospect I think any amount of consistent habitual exercise, no matter how light, combined with healthy diet, you're going to see results.

        Do take regular photos, it's not until you look back after a few weeks do you see the difference, and if that's not going to motivate you then I don't know what would.

        And the first few weeks is tough, everyone would feel like giving it, but struggle through it and you'll reap in the rewards down the track. Good luck!

  • sockpuppy on 04/03/2016 - 21:35

    Kendo like all martial (fighting) arts is a great mind and body activity. Kendo is intense both from a physical and mental level, particularly in one on one sparing. If you are physically fit for Kendo then you are physically fit. That being said you can just as easily gain physical fitness doing cardio and weights in your garage. So from my point of view kendo is best when you train as a group with a high dan sensei leading training . If you go kendo club and then practice in the backyard it would be a perfect combination;stretching and core fitness!

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