Sunday, August 25, 2013

More Determined


Friday night was a humbling class.  Not only did I have to admit to myself that things aren’t going so great but to my fellow students and instructors.  I’ve had shoulder issues now for almost 5 years; I’m not whining about it just stating a fact.   I have found continuous repetition of any kind involving shoulders, or even my arms, is totally working against me.  I have had to modify my repetitions to not include my sword, which really is only going through the motions and is keeping me from any kind of progress.  I’m not going to lie.  It’s frustrating and makes me question whether there is a weapon out there that I could do justice right now. 

Listening to Sifu Brinker remind our team of what we signed up for and the potential we have was encouraging to push on and to push a little harder.  The summer months have been hard but are in no way a legitimate excuse for falling behind.  I committed myself to this year and have every intention of growing from where I am.

I’m not a huge fan of performing in front of an audience.  However, I want to be at the level where I am ready at the drop of a hat to get up and dazzle.  Maybe I need to focus more on my hand forms?  Or maybe I need to stop being afraid of bothering anyone and reach out for some one on one help?

I may not look like the most graceful swordsman at the end of this year, but I am more determined to at least be a step closer.

Alana Regier

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