CONGRATULATIONS MARK REIFKIND, SR. RKC!

I am sure everyone already knows if you have been checking the Dragon Door forum, or Rif's blog, but I wanted to give a shout out to Rif for being named as the new Sr. RKC.

Anyone who knows Rif, his past accomplishments and current training intestinal fortitude knows that this is the most logical and right choice. Kudos to Pavel and the other Sr. RKCs for their brilliant selection.

one more year until the big 40

Workouts this week have not been very structured. Busy week at the academy culminating with "family night".
Monday: 3 mile run with recruits
Tues. JM drills and showing drills with the 2 pood kb. (high pulls/snatches)
Thurs. EDT workout with 54lb KB front squat/36 kb. snatches 20 sets total/ 5 reps each exercise.
Fri. 39th birthday.....got all nostalgic and bought the "Wild Child" CD by the Untouchables...great ska band of the 80's. Funny how birthdays have gotten me more reflective as I get older. I count my blessings on what I have that is important to me. Family, health, good friends, and gainful employment.

This past year, I have experienced new things and met incredible people because of a little (and BIG) ball of iron. I am very thankful for all in my life. God bless you all.

Bodyweight exercises

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=seHiBvgxwCE

Got to try these out!

Systema

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fRmf4BtQYWE

Everyone talks about which martial art is the best. I don't think of terms as ONE being the best, only which is the most effective for that moment in time to save your butt. Alot of talk has been made about Systema, real or phony. LEO's that I know to be good instructors are backing Systema. This clip shows more than just demos, but also a mock riot situation. Note the mass of humanity charging each other at the end. It says this seminar was in Hatfield....it looks like the UK.....I wonder if this is protection from or for football hooligans?

Your thoughts?