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by BlackIronEpee
Sat Sep 28, 2013 5:21 am
Forum: WMA / NMA
Topic: long sword exercises
Replies: 55
Views: 97095

Re: long sword exercises

Hey, I'm a fencing coach and personal trainer, I can set you up with some programming for strength and speed (power) if you would like. I am guessing you won't like what you hear though. Conan no, but for real power you have to develop a lot of strength. Not big muscles, but strong ones first. Speci...
by BlackIronEpee
Sat Jun 29, 2013 8:18 pm
Forum: Soft Kit
Topic: Advice for repurposing
Replies: 2
Views: 5638

Advice for repurposing

I have a wool blanket, cut up, but in large pieces, does any one have and ideas for little projects I could use the remainder for?
by BlackIronEpee
Mon Jun 24, 2013 5:26 am
Forum: Ranger Gaming & LARPing
Topic: Any interest in a PBEM?
Replies: 3
Views: 13176

Any interest in a PBEM?

Would there be any interest in a Rangeresque PBEM rpg? Wouldn't have to be in Tolkiens world. Could just incorperate the themes we all love.

Alex
by BlackIronEpee
Thu Jun 20, 2013 5:34 pm
Forum: WoodCraft
Topic: Whats your program for ranger fitness?
Replies: 73
Views: 113611

Re: Whats your program for ranger fitness?

That is a great recommendation, giving yourself a strong focus that rotates helps you keep things fresh. I also deal with an odd Martial Arts Schedule The way I structure my training is as follows: Sunday: AM Active Recovery PM Fencing Monday Prowler (Focus on recovery 20 seconds 100% 2:30 rest) Tue...
by BlackIronEpee
Thu Jun 20, 2013 3:19 pm
Forum: WoodCraft
Topic: Whats your program for ranger fitness?
Replies: 73
Views: 113611

Re: Whats your program for ranger fitness?

I followed a very similar path, SS, TM, 5/3/1. I have something you may be interested in actually, I stole a little modification from a Coach named Cal Dietz who was modifying a similar 3 day program and found front loading the volume on Monday in conjunction with sports training wore his athletes o...
by BlackIronEpee
Thu Jun 20, 2013 5:01 am
Forum: WoodCraft
Topic: Whats your program for ranger fitness?
Replies: 73
Views: 113611

Re: Whats your program for ranger fitness?

@Pwyll: Looks really good. I would venture to say strength is the root of all performance. Have you explored stronglifts or Mr. Rippetoe's program? Most everyone who does the standing press started with one of these programs.
by BlackIronEpee
Wed Jun 19, 2013 5:23 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Re-Introduction
Replies: 6
Views: 7280

Re-Introduction

Hey all, I am reintroducing myself. I had an old screen name with an old email from a few years ago that I couldn't get in to. I am an avid fan. I live in Montana, plenty of wilderness. Love the traditional style kits, hiking, camping. I have a lot to learn in these areas. I, as you all, feel the dr...