Nil points (again)
Yesterday was another attempt at pointage for 4th dan. I say another, but I think this was the first 4th dan grading I've tried. Picked up 20 points at a comp in the autumn and felt inspired to have a go.
So... no points won, but it wasn't a complete loss. I didn't feel I was completely outclassed which is encouraging. Credit due to one guy who swept me with a superb ashi waza, I never mind losing to such a clean and crisp technique.
I did really feel the need to improve my fitness though. While I know I need to get back into the habit of regular running (5th entry to London Marathon this year, for 2012), I really struggle to actually get myself out of the flat to go running once I get home in an evening. Just can't get myself motivated.
Perhaps if I do manage to get myself into the habit again it will get easier.
So... no points won, but it wasn't a complete loss. I didn't feel I was completely outclassed which is encouraging. Credit due to one guy who swept me with a superb ashi waza, I never mind losing to such a clean and crisp technique.
I did really feel the need to improve my fitness though. While I know I need to get back into the habit of regular running (5th entry to London Marathon this year, for 2012), I really struggle to actually get myself out of the flat to go running once I get home in an evening. Just can't get myself motivated.
Perhaps if I do manage to get myself into the habit again it will get easier.
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