I have begun to do some strength conditioning. Starting off with some innertube uchikomi (described in an earleir post) as a warm up and then moving to some calisthenics such as push ups and crunches. I have also broken out the old ab wheel. and do as many of those as I can. The ab wheel is a great core work out. After s few sets with the wheel. I began to do more inner tube uchikomi. I would do 20 reps of one throw to the right side then do 20 push ups and do another set of uchikomi to the left side followed by push ups and then move onto another throw and start the cycle over again.
There are benefits that one receives from solo training,
Greater efficiency in technique – Obviously, by carrying out extra practise, one can always better themselves.
Train a certain area – You can concentrate on a certain techniques which you can’t seem to get right or a combination which you can’t find the correct balance with.
Develop unique training methods – This is the time when you can develop training methods and routines that are tailored to be specific for you. Other peoples training methods may not be.
One can work fighting spirit – As you are training solo, you learn how to push yourself to achieve greater results, which is the most important aspect of solo training.
Solo training is one aspect of training and should not be the only aspect. It should be supplemental to your time spent in the dojo.
