So, I heard about this “internet karate kid” thing and thought, why not give it a shot? I mean, I’ve always been a bit curious about martial arts, but never really had the time or, let’s be honest, the guts to walk into a real dojo.
I started by looking up what “internet karate kid” actually means. Turns out, it’s all about learning some basic karate moves from online resources. Sounded simple enough. I figured, worst-case scenario, I’d end up looking like a fool in my living room, but hey, no one’s watching, right?
First off, I needed to find some good resources. I went through what felt like a million videos and articles, some of them were pretty good, some others not so much, but I finally found a few that seemed legit, with clear instructions and demonstrations. There were a lot of resources to choose from, which I guess is a good thing, but it was a bit overwhelming at first.
Then came the fun part – actually trying out the moves. I started with some basic stances, like the front stance and the back stance. It felt awkward at first, like my body wasn’t used to these positions. I kept losing my balance and wobbling all over the place. I’m sure I looked ridiculous, but I kept at it.
Next, I moved on to punches and blocks. The videos made it look so easy, but trust me, it’s not. Getting the right form and power takes some practice. I spent hours just throwing punches at the air, trying to get the hang of it. My arms were sore the next day, but it felt good, like I was actually accomplishing something.
Here’s a little breakdown of what I practiced:
- Stances:
- Front stance (zenkutsu dachi)
- Back stance (kokutsu dachi)
- Horse riding stance (kiba dachi)
- Punches:
- Straight punch (choku zuki)
- Reverse punch (gyaku zuki)
- Blocks:
- Upper block (age uke)
- Lower block (gedan barai)
I’m still a beginner, of course. There’s so much more to learn, like kicks, strikes, and combinations. But I’m actually surprised at how much I’ve picked up just from practicing at home. It’s not the same as having a real instructor, but it’s a good starting point. I might join a class for real one day, and at least I won’t be starting at ground zero when I do.
I never thought I’d be doing karate, even if it’s just in my living room. It’s been a fun and challenging experience. And who knows, maybe I’ll even become a real “internet karate kid” after all. But for now, I’m just happy to have learned something new and gotten a bit of exercise in the process.
Anyways, I’ve got to go practice my roundhouse kick now. Wish me luck! Hope my experience helps you out a bit. Don’t be like me and forget to warm up. I pulled a muscle in my leg once because I went straight into practicing. Not fun!
