Nathan J. Nowak - Tae Kwon Do - Martial Arts - Recreation/Outdoors

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Expert Profile: Nathan J. Nowak

Expertise: We can answer any questions pertaining to Olympic Tae Kwon Do sparring. Questions about fitness and nutrition as relating to TKD training and preparation for tournaments and competition. Specific techniques and tactics while training, weight training and agility, mental toughness and visualization exercises and "day of" preparation.

Experience in the area
I have been in martial arts for over 23 years. I'm a master instructor (4th Dan) in TKD. I also have a black belt in karate. I've competed in Olympic TKD since '91. As and athlete:(highlights) Winning a silver medal at Jr. Olympic nationals ('92), AATU National champion ('94), over 10 GA State Championship and GA Games medals. Won a bronze medal at the U.S. Open (2000). With drew from the Olympic Qualifier in 2004 from a torn ACL. As a coach: (highlights) I've coached a women's TKD team since '99. With over 30 members spanning the eight year history of the team, we have 7 National Championship Gold medals, 2 Silver and 1 Bronze. The team medals at every state and regional tournament they attend. Several members have been undefeated for several years. Our training covers strength and endurance workouts, tactics and strategy, nutrition and supplementation, mental toughness and visualization, and maintaining weight while leading up to competition. I've been a certified personal trainer since "98 and have worked in the fitness and nutrition arena since '94. The team has their own training center that they share with the gym that I own. Trinity Fitness in Atlanta, GA

Organizations
USAT AAU USSSA NSCA

Publications
Atlanta Sports and Fitness Magazine, CBS46 News Atlanta, FOX's Good Day Atlanta, Atlanta Journal and Constitution and in newspapers across the United States.

Education/Credentials
Personal Training Certificate (School of Fitness and Nutrition) 4th Dan Black Belt (Kukkiwon) USAT Certified Level 2 Coach AAU Certified Coach Former USSSA Certified Coach Member of NSCA

Awards and Honors
Coach of 2001 AS&FM Athlete's of the Year "P.T.S. TKD Team" First runner up 2001 AS&FM Fittest Male of the Year

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What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field? It's been a big change since the 2004 season and my knee injury. Now we have a full gym and training facility. My training sometimes comes second to the demands of the business. We have several new players on the team and they are looking good! We look to finish off 2007 with many Gold Medals and a strong Nationals showing next year.

What do you like about this subject? I have been in martial arts since the age of nine. It has been a way of life for me. The discipline and self-confidence gained through practice and competition have lead to success in other areas of my life.

Something interesting about this subject that others may not know: Tae Kwon Do was introduced to the world at the 1988 Olympic Summer Games in Seoul, Korea as a demonstration sport. As of the 2000 Olympics the sport became a full medal sport. It's growing popularity has made it one of the fastest growing martial arts world wide.

Something controversial or provocative about this subject The Olympic Trial process for TKD has changed every Olympics. Many sports stick to a same system of picking a team every 4 years. However, with several elite coaches pulling the strings, stacking the fighting so the favorite will have a better chance of winning and not allowing adequate time for the TKD community as a whole the opportunity to know the team trial process, it's extremely political.

Average Ratings
Prestige Points: 780
Knowledge	9.96 Best of the best
Clarity of Response	9.87 Best of the best
Timeliness	9.43 Excellent
Politeness	10.0 Best of the best
Number Of Questions (in Past 24 Hours)		0
Max Questions to be Asked (in 24 Hour period)		5
Total Questions (since joining AllExperts)		104

Recent Reviews from Users

Knowl	Clarity	Time	Politeness	Date
10	10	5	10	10/09/08
10	10	10	10	09/14/08
10	10	10	10	08/27/08
10	10	10	10	04/30/08
10	10	10	10	04/09/08

User Comments

Thank you I will definatly give this a try :)
(Jordan on 09/14/08)

Very quick response. So glad to have found a great resource!
(Eriko on 04/30/08)

Response seemed logical. Will use information in the future. Thank you
(Max Andreotti on 04/09/08)

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Recent Answers from Nathan J. Nowak

2008-10-01 Olympics: Sean: I don't keep up with Karate too much so I'll do my best to assist you. I know that at the Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs there are athletes participating in Karate. However, at...

2008-09-11 Hip Popped during Stretch: Brad: I'm sorry to hear about your injury! I have a fighter right now experiencing the same thing. First, we never static stretching before workouts. It's the equivalent of stretching a rubber...

2008-09-02 training for Nationals/Olympics: Jordan: The speed will increase with the muscle development. The exercise I gave you (and the intervals from the first reply) will be a strong base for the additional speed work you'll add to your program...

2008-09-02 training for Nationals/Olympics: Jordan: I start with what I suggested first. Depending on how much time you have to devote to training, add some body weight exercises. Perform each exercise in a circuit. Meaning do one exercise...

2008-08-28 training for Nationals/Olympics: Jordan: First, congratulations on recommitting to competition. You didn't reveal your age, weight, and physical condition at the present moment. Without knowing specifics it's difficult to give...