using gear whilst doing martial arts

[IronFist]

I disagree with you guys. i think that anabolics do have a place in these sports. If you are into a style that is mostly for show, then don't worry about it. I do mixed martial arts which includes kickboxing, Judo, Iki Jitsu, and various other techniques. If 2 guys skilss are equal, the bigger, stronger man usually wins. The first time I grappled with the instructor I lasted 2 minutes, which is about 3 times longer than most new comers last. I'm 5'10" 235lbs and our instructor is 5'10" 162lbs. gear definately has it's place in competitive fighting. You can't tell me that Coleman, Shamrock, Belfort and various other guys don't use. If you want to practice your "art" for looks then go ahead but don't bash competitve fighters that juice.

 

[MadenHB]

I am a professional fighter and I don't wish to argue with the "Martial Artists" who seem to think they know wether or not those who train in the arts use AAS or not. BUT...Most NHB fighters DO use Anabolics, Heavyweights to the 155lb class.

Anavar/Winstrol is very popular. GH also

I wrestled in college and some on my team used and some didn't. Mostly in the off season though

If you like watching the UFC, I would ESTIMATE at least 80% have used at one time during their careers. YES i train with these guys and know what I'm talking about.

Take care

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[Xiodus]

What did Bruce lee use? Oh Belfort what a bad ass he is! Im mean for these guys to keep muscle while training all day and intense cardio you almost have to.

 

[Happyastro]

OK.

Thaibox is correct the use of steriods is not harmful to the spirit.
Any medical specialist who is in the area of hormone theraphy will tell you that careful steriod use is no more dangerous than using the pill; in fact it is very similar.
With the demands of conditioning AND sparring AND weight training , steriods are a BIG help.
In fact I recommend Deca in any cycle as it is great for training pains and joint relieve.
I have come close to my genetic potential (natural) in terms of size, and I do not wish to get any bigger, my focus is on maintenance and recovery after getting bashed around hehehe. (DECA!!!)
As for being "natural" it is a very subjective and relative term; Hmm how many of you take multi-vitamins? and amino-acids or take B12 injections or take Aspirin? Work out using modern machines? Well if you do, you cannot be "natural".
Using body enhancers is only the next step up in the technological process.
Remember your fighting skills is like a house, the foundation is ALWAYS the will and the mind, the steriods are just useful extensions to an already remarkable house.

 

[Wolverine_K1]

"Martial arts teaches you to respect your body"

Clashing shins, kicking bags like concrete & kicking those fake ass boards & concrete blocks is not respecting your body.


"and steriods is a means of destroying your body in the long-run."

Not really, Why do doctors prescribe it?


"Sure, if you are a competitor it may give you a physical edge as a young and healthy athlete, but the long-term repercusions of using gear outweight its usefulness".

Again not really, if you are careful & take care of yourself you will be fine.


"Remember, martial arts is 80% mental, and 20% physical. If you focus more on staying in control in a match, and learning to read your opponent, you will win more than you ever will with some added steriods".

Not really if you are good at concentrating & hit like a girl or are slow you will be destroyed. In real fighting that is, not those tip tap karate comps. How many fights have you had?????

"On a side note, although Bruce Lee did a lot to bring martial arts into the public eye, he is by far not the ideal representative of the martial arts. In fact, he essentially betrayed his master, Yip Man, by leaving him and starting his own martial art."

How is that betrayal? He discovered as is the case with 99% of martial arts they are impracticle. So he did the right thing to imporve his self.

"Honor is very important in the martial arts, and you should always respect those that have taught you and carry on their legacy. That doesn't mean you have to be stagnant in your growth in the martial arts, but it means you should continue to train under your original master as long as you can. In fact, Bruce Lee left Yip Man relatively early in his training. "

Not true, if he is teaching you garbage get the hell out!
Honour is not important, everybody does it so they can kick ass.


"He was also concerned with fame more than personal growth. The true martial artist seeks only personal growth, but I've yet to find someone (aside from monks) that has been able to achieve this. Still, I've met many masters that are better role models than Bruce Lee ever was."

Under your definition i may not be a true martial artist but i know i can kick the crap out of the majority of them!

 

[bullett]

all your base belong to us, go to tree and try to leap lower

 

[Bar Room Hero]

all your base belong to us, go to tree and try to leap lower

What the hell?