Every once in a while it’s fun to think about how much the exercises we train on a daily and weekly basis actually translate, or carry over, to the activities for which we’re training.  Depending on your training program this can either be a great way to confirm that you are moving in the right direction, continuing to make progress and see results, or it can be a bit disheartening to realize just how little what you are doing actually carries over to your chosen field of endeavor.  In the case of budo practice, like any other sport or physical activity, there must be exercises specifically crafted to enhance performance.  A solid base of General Physical Preparation (GPP) is necessary, but not sufficient. [Read more...]