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Expert Profile: Randolph L Martin

Expertise: Questions related to proper kinetics and use of body structure to achieve relaxation, posture correction, breathe control, fitness, strength and power. This knowledge comes via 28yrs experience/practice in Northern Longfist, along with Michuan style Tai Chi Chuan, Ba Gua basics, various types of Qi Gong, such as Swimming Dragon, Hombu Style Aikido and unique developmental exercises derived from these styles. In addition, general Martial Arts questions and those related to integrity, morality and discipline are welcome. Also, I will answer Iron Palm training questions, and prefer to teach it in person to worthy students. [think about it :-) In addition, I'll discuss my experience with leukemia, from a personal, martial, philosophical, or mental standpoint.

Past/Present clients
In Ohio: Madison Adult Education, Marion, Mansfield, Shelby YMCA's, Mansfield OSU Campus, Richland Karate Center, Mansfield Friendly house & UMADOAP, & various other locations. Studied Aikido in Hawaii under Takaji Ishida Sensei 8th dan. Oldest living aikido teacher at the time - 91yrs old. Currently teach at OSU-Mansfield along with private shaolin and internal arts classes. Started training in 1980 under Sifus Mike Gillespie (Anne Arbor Michigan), & Mike Wheeler (mansfield, Oh). Have also had the joy of working with and experiencing the teachings Master George Ling Hu of Houston, Texas

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What do you like about this subject? This material helps me physically and mentally. It shows me that there are alternatives and better ways of doing things. It is a path that we all walk in life. I want my path to be covered with flowers.

What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field? All I wish to achieve are two things: 1) to become better at what I am learning, and 2) to have a core group of dedicated students willing to push themselves beyond their limits.

Something interesting about this subject that others may not know: Master George Ling Hu is my teacher. He's one of the most knowledgable & accessible instructors in the US with a background covering a wide range of subjects: Tai Chi, Shuai Chiao, Longfist, Ba Gua, Qi Gong, Character System, Acupressure, Acupuncture and Yoga. He stresses relaxation & complete body linkage. He holds regular workshops with practitioners from all over the US.

Something controversial or provocative about this subject I recently spent a yr with a misdiagnosed heart condition that was actually SEVERE anemia caused by a rare form of Leukemia. Blood tests showed my hemoglobin count 1/5 normal. The doctor could'nt understand how I was even conscious. I attribute my ability to live thru this period to past training. My martial arts "savings bank" helped me survive what could've been my death if not caught in time.

Average Ratings
Prestige Points: 1168
Knowledge	9.91 Best of the best
Clarity of Response	9.91 Best of the best
Timeliness	9.97 Best of the best
Politeness	10.0 Best of the best
Number Of Questions (in Past 24 Hours)		0
Max Questions to be Asked (in 24 Hour period)		15
Total Questions (since joining AllExperts)		106

Recent Reviews from Users

Knowl	Clarity	Time	Politeness	Date
10	10	10	10	08/26/08
10	10	10	10	06/12/08
10	10	10	10	02/17/08
10	10	10	10	02/10/08
10	10	10	10	02/07/08

User Comments

Thank you for the indepth answer! I will follow thru with your suggestions
(Allen on 08/26/08)

5 star answer!!!! Thanks for answering my question. you are the 2nd out of all teachers i met that has ever told me to look up and learn the history
(Jimmie on 06/12/08)

the best
(ken on 02/17/08)

Thank you for your time and advice. I will keep in touch and contact the persons you suggested. Again Thanks Brian
(Brian on 02/07/08)

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Recent Answers from Randolph L Martin

2008-07-23 What style is it?: Sir, I prefer to stick to questions related specifically to martial arts, not movie Choreography. In my opinion, it's not real martial arts in the sense of how a real fight would be. It is movements...

2008-06-11 learn kung fu: Hi, You are asking to do something without guidance that requires guidance. I have not found any sites that would do what you want. Nor would I expect any. You can find videos everywhere. But since...

2008-04-12 Kung Fu schools in the Detroit Area: Chris, I have 2 contacts for you. One is in Kalamazoo, Michigan and the other 1 is in the Anne Arbor Area. Brian Hoff runs the Kalamazoo school and holds Master Hu workshops there twice a year. Mike...

2008-02-16 jkd: Ken, Jeet Kune Do is not a style nor is it a martial art per se. It is a philosophy and a way of viewing things. As I understand it, its main precis is "absorb what is useful." As I take the very same...

2008-02-09 Chooseing the right one: Gary, Go where your interest lead you. Investigate and try new things. It really doesnt matter which art you choose - its the person, not the art. From your letter, you sound similiar to me in...