Peter Hodkinson
UKKA Kettlebell instructor.
Bradford on Avon, Bath.
email: ideas@spaced-out.biz
I have been working on self-improvement for many years. It began 20
years ago with the traditional Korean martial art of SulKiDo. This
mixes the linear style of TaiKwonDo with the more rounded style of
HapKiDo. I reached the level of 2nd Dan prior to continuing my practice
individually due to moving away from London.
I practice regularly but felt I had reached a plateau. I had also
noticed my posture was starting to deteriorate and back ache was returning.
I began asking questions:
"How can I improve my upper body strength and improve my overall
energy levels without having to join a gym? How can I improve my grip
as my joint lock techniques were weak?"
In February 2004 my questions were answered and then some... I took
part in Stan Pikes Kettlebell workshop in London Chairman and Chief
instructor of the UKKA and have never looked back.
I am now stronger and fitter and my martial arts training has benefitted
hugely. Other knock effects are numerous... the back ache I was getting
on long car journeys has disappeared... tired legs on long walks just
don't happen.
I firmly believe in balancing hard with soft.
This I achieve through the internal art of Qigong, the daily practice
of Universal energy (Qi). The deeper you go, the deeper your awareness
of your internal self as well as your external environment. I see
the kettles helping in this area aswell.
Many people in the past who studied Yoga thought they should look
like Indians at the time, who were very thin and without muscle. This
was not due to yoga, but it was a result of poor diet, or lack of
food. Muscle is important for relaxation, as it provides a strong
base for the energy (Qi) to travel along. Think of training with kettlebells
as like rewiring your house - the energy travels far more efficiently
and with much more power. To sum up, the fitter you are, the better
you can relax, and the better and more powerful your Qi will be. That
said, it is not necessary to be a body builder, but natural muscle
is all good.
I have since had personal tuition from Stan. Many thanks to him for
fine tuning my techniques and understanding.
Also, other tools have been added, EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques)
is one with a major impact on my life. Just like acupuncture, it works
directly on the meridian system of the body. But instead of needles,
you stimulate the major meridian points by tapping on them or massaging
them lightly. EFT is a self help protocol, designed for ease of use
and so everyone can benefit.
I am about to visit China for a month long workshop. On my return
I shall be offering a training schedule in the Bath/ Bradford on Avon
area to all interested.
Much Qi to you all,
Peter
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