Lightning Hand Academy | Dan Ma | Activity https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/members/regroove/activity/ Activity feed for Dan Ma. Mon, 02 Jan 2023 01:25:26 -0800 https://buddypress.org/?v=10.6.0 en-US 30 hourly 2 8503d1b7e30765ec500c7fa1b46806f6 Dan Ma replied to the topic Kung Fu Melting Pot in the forum Wing Chun Forum https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/forums/topic/kung-fu-melting-pot/#post-95299 Sat, 24 Apr 2021 16:26:45 -0700 I had a hard time seeing this on my phone, because the player shrinks on mobile. Here is the link to the player: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ik3XObdYi-w&list=PLeRJoiukL9JFHKkR8_cr8M0DkSgzEWufT

Maybe this will hep.

]]> 0 ced7331b7809f394e624e6e90d9fcfb6 Dan Ma replied to the topic Great Wing Chun videos to watch in the forum Wing Chun Forum https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/forums/topic/great-wing-chun-videos-to-watch/#post-95287 Mon, 19 Apr 2021 16:37:47 -0700 I don’t know if this is a “great” wing chun video to watch, but I thought this was interesting to see an red boat wing chun form that looked like all 3 forms massed into one very different yet recognizable preformance.

[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XHe_sbhKJ2Y]

]]> 0 258138181578c0787c3984260ff38baf Dan Ma replied to the topic Free your body in the forum Wing Chun Forum https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/forums/topic/free-your-body/#post-95120 Sun, 21 Mar 2021 23:28:15 -0700 Hi All,

Just wanted to share a person who I have been following for kettlebell exercises: Mark Wildman. Kettlebell exercises is a great for compound / total body workouts–more work with less time. With modern day life we are always sitting. Sitting patterns promote tight hip flexors and weak hip extensors (glutes), which can lead to a lot of…Read more

]]> 0 e6cddf6be7c3c6470aaadbf8e65c42cc Dan Ma replied to the topic What's your favorite Wing Chun Movie? in the forum Wing Chun Forum https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/forums/topic/whats-your-favorite-wing-chun-movie/#post-95096 Thu, 11 Mar 2021 19:35:24 -0800 I think my favorite Wing Chun movie is “Wing Chun” with Michelle Yo & and Donnie Yen. After that the first Ip man movie is way up there. The Prodigal Son is okay. I wish someone would do an epic movie on Wu Mei–that would be way cool with The Abbess taking revenge on the traitorous Pak Mei for destroying the infamous Southern Shaolin
temple.

]]> 0 0c76adc9096eb7e0d2e787ab32f22f29 Dan Ma posted a new activity comment https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/2021/02/24/new-space-new-possibilities/#comment-794 Thu, 25 Feb 2021 17:04:32 -0800 Looking forward to all the new changes!
GUARANTEED to kick this new year’s ass to make up for last year’s ass kicking.
TAKE THAT 2020!

In reply to - Sifu Ray wrote a new post, New Space, New Possibilities Hello Students! I hope you are well. As you can see, there have been a few changes with LHA. We now have a dedicated office training space located in […] ]]> 3f0b952ecec1887ed5d517069ba73655 Dan Ma posted an update: 3rd form: https://youtu.be/rIMdlEl3TOY?t=1353 https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/activity/p/465/ Mon, 07 Sep 2020 21:16:10 -0700 3rd form: https://youtu.be/rIMdlEl3TOY?t=1353

]]> 0 7a7d7a0855a557a5780e333006e8d3ff Dan Ma replied to the topic FAQs | How To? | Forum Hacks in the forum Wing Chun Forum https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/forums/topic/forum-hacks-how-to-faqs/#post-94778 Sun, 14 Jun 2020 19:40:07 -0700 Your Social Member’s Dashboard:
If you have been away for a while it is always good to check up on your dashboard for any new Notifications & Messages you missed.


How To Find It:

  1. Find your Members Home Page here: The top of the LHA Community page
  2. Click on the link “@your_name”

]]> 0 1ae2611455eaff8dc3c26adb7edef11d Dan Ma replied to the topic Great Wing Chun videos to watch in the forum Wing Chun Forum https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/forums/topic/great-wing-chun-videos-to-watch/#post-94771 Sat, 13 Jun 2020 01:23:38 -0700 I like how he explains joint rotations.

]]> 0 81d61d032e25d67e562700c2ba3ebf32 Dan Ma posted a new activity comment https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/activity/p/397/#acomment-416 Mon, 01 Jun 2020 02:06:52 -0700 This class went into more detail on the beginning hand movements:
https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/zoom-meetings/sunday-5-31-virtual-class/

In reply to - Dan Ma posted an update Great class introducing the 3rd form. Hopefully we will get to have a video in the future…though I begin to even follow along, but someday I […] ]]> 2f8f6e35963acb0b39ac91056c1f49d2 Dan Ma posted an update: Another great class today that covered all the names of the […] https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/activity/p/409/ Mon, 25 May 2020 03:00:53 -0700 Another great class today that covered all the names of the blocks for the 1st form:

https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/zoom-meetings/sunday-virtual-class-5-24/

]]> 0 4002f976f5fd9e46f66dddb5530a1fce Dan Ma posted an update: I got a call from the dentist today and was asked a lot of […] https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/activity/p/399/ Mon, 18 May 2020 19:25:18 -0700 I got a call from the dentist today and was asked a lot of questions regarding COVID-19 symptoms. I took a look at the regulations for reopening the fitness sector:
https://sharedsystems.dhsoha.state.or.us/DHSForms/Served/le2352.pdf

]]> 0 35f05b8ca196bf075e358c1788ea77d6 Dan Ma posted an update: Great class introducing the 3rd form. Hopefully we will get […] https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/activity/p/397/ Mon, 18 May 2020 02:40:14 -0700 Great class introducing the 3rd form. Hopefully we will get to have a video in the future…though I begin to even follow along, but someday I will!
https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/2020/05/17/sunday-virtual-class-5-17-20/

]]> 0 9389ff94dc3ef15741385975fb1eecd9 Dan Ma posted an update: An interesting article about "fake" martial arts and […] https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/activity/p/393/ Sat, 16 May 2020 06:29:32 -0700 An interesting article about “fake” martial arts and mma.

Fake Martial Arts, A Disorientation

]]> 0 4007d5ba528278de00b90a4b4b1976db Dan Ma replied to the topic Chi or QI- what is it? How do you cultivate it? Do you believe it exists? in the forum Wing Chun Forum https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/forums/topic/chi-or-qi-want-is-it-how-do-you-cultivate-it-do-you-believe-it-exists/#post-94668 Fri, 08 May 2020 19:18:49 -0700 I’ve heard that we all leak our chi all day everyday, and that there are advanced practices in where you seal yourself up so you don’t lose as much. Men lose most of their chi through ejaculation and women during their menstruation. I know there are Taoist love practices in where you can harness sexual energy. Men can tie weights to their “junk”…Read more

]]> 0 ac9a37bd90f393abb69ff4e391e9a994 Dan Ma replied to the topic We need your suggestions and ideas!! in the forum Wing Chun Forum https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/forums/topic/we-need-your-suggestions-and-ideas/#post-94658 Mon, 04 May 2020 22:38:31 -0700 All of the classes have been helpful for me, but here are some thoughts from me:

  • I personally found the assignment to be the most helpful, though I do understand that technology can be a barrier for many–the effort put into creating the video was well worth the feedback.
  • Personally I like the classes most where we dissect a move from one of…

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]]> 0 6e81423ba3b410c819a207319b236367 Dan Ma replied to the topic What are you doing to keep mentally stimulated? in the forum Wing Chun Forum https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/forums/topic/what-are-you-doing-to-keep-mentally-stimulated/#post-94601 Mon, 27 Apr 2020 23:29:48 -0700 Notes! 🙂

]]> 0 45a650dd8a5cace84f4bd151f10d6414 Dan Ma replied to the topic What are you doing to keep mentally stimulated? in the forum Wing Chun Forum https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/forums/topic/what-are-you-doing-to-keep-mentally-stimulated/#post-94589 Sun, 26 Apr 2020 05:02:20 -0700 That was really good Ray, thanks for sharing. Here is the video when he starts his guided meditation: https://youtu.be/waYNEDZxEPY?t=1359

]]> 0 b6589aa65ef024a6cdd38dd185a1a305 Dan Ma replied to the topic Where's Alyda? in the forum Wing Chun Forum https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/forums/topic/wheres-alyda/#post-94585 Sat, 25 Apr 2020 19:42:09 -0700 Very Cool!

]]> 0 142c4388865d33af6297cd47361e4d50 Dan Ma replied to the topic Muscle Imbalances (Distortion Patterns) in the forum Wing Chun Forum https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/forums/topic/muscle-imbalances-distortion-patterns/#post-94584 Sat, 25 Apr 2020 19:41:12 -0700 Thanks Alyda,

I pulled the info out of my NASM book, and it has really helped my lower back problems. I feel like I’m pulling out of my chronic conditions. I also think not having a desk job also has something to do with it.

]]> 0 33a4f2668e7970997741ed4c5b943946 Dan Ma replied to the topic Wing Chun in the MMA in the forum Wing Chun Forum https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/forums/topic/wing-chun-in-the-mma/#post-94583 Sat, 25 Apr 2020 19:30:39 -0700 Boy this subject seems laden with controversy…I’ll give it wack!

I feel like saying that the majority of MMA athletes look like great athletes, but look like mediocre martial arts. Looking at Tony Ferguson’s Mook Jong rendition looks sophomoric to me, but what would I know since I don’t know the wooden dummy? Anderson Silva’s Wing Chun was so g…Read more

]]> 0 dee04dc10157bc49a4f0f18ab479c4cd Dan Ma and Alyda Rodriguez82 are now friends https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/activity/p/323/ Fri, 24 Apr 2020 22:09:03 -0700 0 eb5d43577b0e45106cae1776c4044cbd Dan Ma replied to the topic FAQs | How To? | Forum Hacks in the forum Wing Chun Forum https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/forums/topic/forum-hacks-how-to-faqs/#post-94556 Fri, 24 Apr 2020 02:07:07 -0700 How To Find Your Notifications & Private Messages
I have been trying to insert this information (notifications & private messages) into a more visible place, but I haven’t found a great solution.

What I am able to do is create this:

You can find your version of this in two places:

  1. Your My Account (login) page (scroll down)
  2. The top of the…

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]]> 0 8d51ee727cbc0cdd8340ab8ab3bbd648 Dan Ma and Andrew Chan are now friends https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/activity/p/314/ Thu, 23 Apr 2020 14:47:48 -0700 0 d5c76003ad416122fd1a620be3cb3e0f Dan Ma posted an update: I "wing chunned" the member's area into something that is […] https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/activity/p/311/ Thu, 23 Apr 2020 01:52:17 -0700 I “wing chunned” the member’s area into something that is hopefully a better experience for everyone. I merged https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/lha-community/ into https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/my-account/. Let me know if it is more confusing!

]]> 0 c1f5d40700a610f49c89b2b639c0f53b Dan Ma posted an update: @ray I cleaned up the […] https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/activity/p/310/ Wed, 22 Apr 2020 23:43:12 -0700 @ray I cleaned up the https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/lha-community/ page–I hope you find it better!

]]> 0 261935ea72acc3cdf1dccf1d046ebba5 Dan Ma posted an update: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bb-yccAdiVE&feature=youtu.be https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/activity/p/290/ Sat, 18 Apr 2020 19:15:16 -0700

]]> 0 af5b5d5369cc5dbe6137e338302bf979 Dan Ma replied to the topic Siu Lim Tao (first form) in the forum Wing Chun Forum https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/forums/topic/siu-lim-tao-first-form/#post-94470 Sat, 18 Apr 2020 18:36:12 -0700 Here is my homework entry for yesterday’s class.

 

]]> 0 0fe6b684575ba7818f3ad81ae4ef5af5 Dan Ma started the topic FAQs | How To? | Forum Hacks in the forum Wing Chun Forum https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/forums/topic/forum-hacks-how-to-faqs/ Mon, 13 Apr 2020 20:09:59 -0700 I just discovered how to Embed media (YouTube, Twitter, Flickr, etc…) directly into topics and replies in the forums.

All you have to do is place the full url of the object you are trying to embed.

For example:

In any post your create or a reply that you want to share a YouTube video you would add the following without the brackets: [ example ]…

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]]> 0 58e62c9d183e59ff3d572f175cc51184 Dan Ma started the topic Adam Mizner in the forum Wing Chun Forum https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/forums/topic/adam-mizner/ Mon, 13 Apr 2020 19:55:59 -0700 I wanted to share an interesting video: Yi – Mind Intention with Adam Mizner

I like how he talks about intention and the internal aspects of how focus can be strengthened. It gives me another way to think about the Sil Lim Tao.

]]> 0 109bbecd0b8671322c2ff3eae8c0019a Dan Ma posted a new activity comment https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/activity/p/260/#acomment-263 Wed, 01 Apr 2020 21:14:52 -0700 Wow cool video, looks like a lot of information to study! Good luck!

In reply to - Jamie Greenhut started the topic Meridian Magic in the forum Wing Chun Forum Hi guys! We talked a bit about meridians in class online tonight, here are some resources for those that want to learn more: Video of […] ]]> dca61a3dcf35c57334a2437309fd252c Dan Ma posted a new activity comment https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/activity/p/103/#acomment-261 Wed, 01 Apr 2020 19:14:24 -0700 testing…

In reply to - Captain Crunch posted an update in the group Wing Chun I wanted to share how I’ve been dealing with loosening up my shoulders. @ray told me a couple things on separate occasions: 1. have a partner hold your […] ]]> dc14efda122066aee951cd68aff1d4ec Dan Ma replied to the topic Where's Alyda? in the forum Wing Chun Forum https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/forums/topic/wheres-alyda/#post-94317 Sat, 28 Mar 2020 00:04:57 -0700 I found her, but only because I possess magical Admin rights. It appears…me thinks, she has her profile hidden?

]]> 1 1bf835f134245c16d160c181681e0631 Dan Ma replied to the topic Muscle Imbalances (Distortion Patterns) in the forum Wing Chun Forum https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/forums/topic/muscle-imbalances-distortion-patterns/#post-94300 Tue, 24 Mar 2020 22:48:55 -0700 Upper Crossed Syndrome
Arms fall forward
Probable overactive muscles:

  1. Pectoralis major/minor
  2. Latissimus dorsi
  3. Teres major

Probable underactive muscles:

  1. Mid/lower trapezius
  2. Rhomboids
  3. Rotator cuff

Stretches:

  • SMR Thoracic spine
  • SMR Latissimus dorsi
  • Static latissimus dorsi stretch
  • Static pectoral wall stretch

Exercises:

    …

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]]> 0 d8ce283df825c46f1a6d9ef1531c5f9d Dan Ma replied to the topic Muscle Imbalances (Distortion Patterns) in the forum Wing Chun Forum https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/forums/topic/muscle-imbalances-distortion-patterns/#post-94299 Tue, 24 Mar 2020 22:27:28 -0700 Lower Crossed Syndrome
Excessive forward lean in the LPHC
Probable overactive muscles:

  1. Soleus
  2. Gastrocnemius
  3. Hip flex complex (TFL, rectus femoris, psoas)
  4. Abdominal complex (recus abdominis, external obliques)

Probable underactive muscles:

  1. Anterior tibialis
  2. Gluteus maximus
  3. Erector spinae

Stretches:

  • SMR adductors
  • SMR TFL/IT…

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]]> 0 7365c8a56dd5b7cb4c103c27780b91f8 Dan Ma started the topic Muscle Imbalances (Distortion Patterns) in the forum Wing Chun Forum https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/forums/topic/muscle-imbalances-distortion-patterns/ Tue, 24 Mar 2020 22:00:03 -0700 Pronation Distortion Syndrome
Characterized with flat feet that promotes adducted & internally rotated knees (knoc knees), which can become visible while doing squat exercises.

Probable overactive muscles, which are too tight (shortened) and need to be foam rolled (self-myofascial release) include:

  1. Soleus
  2. Lateral gastrocnemius
  3. Biceps…

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]]> 0 8b264c9772602d38a35a02d9aaefe731 Dan Ma started the topic Where's Alyda? in the forum Wing Chun Forum https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/forums/topic/wheres-alyda/ Tue, 24 Mar 2020 01:46:15 -0700 Question: Why no Alyda on the LHA forum? Just askin’…

]]> 0 89db7c7ca4547f9a6736af0b592fb030 Dan Ma replied to the topic Free your body in the forum Wing Chun Forum https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/forums/topic/free-your-body/#post-94296 Tue, 24 Mar 2020 01:42:49 -0700 Are you able to cross-breed any of that Ashram Yoga into your Siu Lim Tao?

]]> 0 7845a36888863ea1eb55b72eb9c83c67 Dan Ma replied to the topic What are you doing to keep mentally stimulated? in the forum Wing Chun Forum https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/forums/topic/what-are-you-doing-to-keep-mentally-stimulated/#post-94293 Mon, 23 Mar 2020 22:45:12 -0700 I have been studying for my CPT by NASM…that’s been pretty much been dominating a lot of my head-space for the last 3 months.

]]> 0 e28516d8c60091a7f6a0b67d0aef09eb Dan Ma replied to the topic The Supernatural in the forum Wing Chun Forum https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/forums/topic/the-supernatural/#post-94292 Mon, 23 Mar 2020 22:41:28 -0700 Some pretty cool ancient stuff that I haven’t had a deep dive yet into what seems to be a pretty diverse topic that can span from crop circles to ancient alchemy. I believe there is a lot of this stuff in kung fu too: https://www.amazon.com/Wing-Chuns-Geometry-Geometric-Fundamentals-ebook/dp/B07GN87TSR…especially the triangle in wing chun.

]]> 0 119d5e8b9b245c9982ee24a312a1d894 Dan Ma's profile was updated https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/activity/p/224/ Sun, 22 Mar 2020 20:58:03 -0700 0 e046c0e5df08eba3151bf05456d64dad Dan Ma started the topic Siu Lim Tao (first form) in the forum Wing Chun Forum https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/forums/topic/siu-lim-tao-first-form/ Tue, 17 Mar 2020 01:05:14 -0700 Last night, if I understood right, Sigung Steve said that it is beneficial to practice this form at full speed every now and then, but this form should most definitely be practiced slow the majority of the time. I did this a little in the mirror today and it was interesting. Right now the last two sections feels okay, though I have to be very…Read more

]]> 0 acecda5c2bf227745ddf5c55bb1aff1e Dan Ma and Jamie Greenhut are now friends https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/activity/p/201/ Mon, 16 Mar 2020 22:31:03 -0700 0 46e52ebf5686442a8da24f0b4a84a5a5 Captain Crunch https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/activity/p/199/ Mon, 16 Mar 2020 22:07:46 -0700 Last night at class I discovered that my stance was too low.

]]> 0 d5d0c54373f4367018765c4b72232651 Captain Crunch https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/activity/p/188/ Thu, 12 Mar 2020 01:26:25 -0700 I don’t suppose anyone wants to start a Kickstarter for me to go to this thing:

]]> 0 aef0f10e808f86dbc6b761ff5ce13243 Dan Ma replied to the topic What is your daily practice? in the forum Wing Chun Forum https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/forums/topic/what-is-your-daily-practice/#post-94222 Fri, 28 Feb 2020 18:48:59 -0800 Last week in class I was told when I am able to do the SLT on one leg on each side continuously then I am ready for the Chum Kiu form. In the last couple days I’ve been sick, but that hasn’t stopped me from doing just that. My left leg is noticeably weaker than my right.

]]> 0 1edd9d14c18a61c4d985251fac69e4f9 Dan Ma replied to the topic Past martial arts backgrounds? in the forum Wing Chun Forum https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/forums/topic/past-martial-arts-backgrounds/#post-94210 Sun, 23 Feb 2020 22:08:27 -0800 It’s cool how much history you have with the evolving school!

]]> 0 fcb45be9f2bbe07084210173215a1159 Dan Ma replied to the topic Past martial arts backgrounds? in the forum Wing Chun Forum https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/forums/topic/past-martial-arts-backgrounds/#post-94209 Sun, 23 Feb 2020 22:01:10 -0800 I didn’t know you had a lot of experience in Kenpo. I believe Bruce Lee had a closed door of five Ed Parker students. Very cool!

]]> 0 cc88a0bb41ba467d577b78c7a19354bb Dan Ma posted a new activity comment https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/activity/p/175/#acomment-176 Fri, 21 Feb 2020 18:41:29 -0800 Thanks Sam, I did my fair attempts at causing trouble in high school, so I think I can identify with you on the “hoodrat thing”. Thanks for sharing, I’ll see you in class soon 🙏

In reply to - Sam replied to the topic Past martial arts backgrounds? in the forum Wing Chun Forum I grew up in Southeast Portland. Everywhere from the willamette river in Sellwood to 82nd and Foster were my stomping grounds. […] ]]> b7093cd1536651ab9ee529ed3cdf8693 Dan Ma replied to the topic What is your daily practice? in the forum Wing Chun Forum https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/forums/topic/what-is-your-daily-practice/#post-94169 Mon, 17 Feb 2020 19:42:29 -0800 I do what I now call the Iron Shirt, which I learned from my father as a teen when I didn’t know it had a name. By chance about five years ago, I saw on Youtube that my father’s practice was fairly identical to the postures of Mantak Chia’s Ironshirt. Now I can’t say that my “shirt” is as hard as iron, because that’s not really my focus. But I w…Read more

]]> 0 121d5f1aed5d41535c1f3c443cf72456 Dan Ma posted a new activity comment https://www.testsite.wingchunpdx.com/activity/p/169/#acomment-171 Sun, 16 Feb 2020 04:31:12 -0800 Thanks!

In reply to - Sifu Ray replied to the topic Free your body in the forum Wing Chun Forum This is what I’m currently working on to open my hips. Turns out I can’t do any of these real well! https://youtu.be/nsTSL_GWPQY ]]>