Over the past few months, my training with Master Shinza has been relentless. The daily regimen was so intense that I felt I might lose my sanity. With middle school approaching, Master Shinza decided it was time to focus on defense.
"Brat, you need to learn how not to get hit," he declared, wielding a stick. He began swinging it at me, and I did my best to dodge. However, my attention wavered when I noticed a woman in her twenties passing by. She was stunning, with soft-looking skin, and I couldn't help but be distracted.
Master Shinza didn't miss a beat. "How many times have I told you to focus?" he scolded, punctuating each word with a whack of his stick. My head throbbed with new bumps forming from the blows.
"Okay, okay! I'll concentrate!" I pleaded, rubbing my sore scalp.
In an attempt to divert his attention, I asked, "Hey, old man, what was your dream anyway?"
Master Shinza paused, his expression softening as he reminisced. "When I was young, just a year older than you, I used to get into street fights. One day, I met an elderly martial artist who told me not to waste my fighting talent on causing trouble but to use it to become something more."
"So, you just became a boxer?" I inquired.
"Not just boxing," he replied. "I delved into various martial arts, seeking to master the art of combat and discipline."
As he spoke, I couldn't help but feel a newfound respect for the old man. Perhaps there was more to his relentless training methods than I had initially thought.
In addition to our training, Master Shinza introduced me to various resources to enhance my skills. He recommended a comprehensive guide for beginners, which provided detailed explanations, pictures, and videos to help me understand the basics of boxing.
To improve my flexibility, he suggested incorporating dynamic stretches into my routine. Techniques like ankle bounces and high kicks were particularly beneficial for enhancing mobility and preparing my body for the demands of martial arts training.
Master Shinza also emphasized the importance of understanding the fundamental boxing techniques. He introduced me to a resource that outlined the basic skills, including the boxer's stance, the jab, the cross, the hook, and the uppercut punches. This foundational knowledge was crucial for my development as a boxer.
To further aid my training, he recommended a video tutorial that demonstrated basic boxing punches for beginners. This visual aid allowed me to see the techniques in action and practice them effectively at home.
By combining Master Shinza's hands-on training with these additional resources, I felt more equipped to tackle the challenges ahead and continue my journey toward mastering the art of.