Staying in the Game, A Plum Dragon Herbs Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

Show Notes:

In this podcast, we're speaking with Sifu Kisu, a 5th generation Bak Siu Lum Pai (Northern Shaolim Gate) disciple descended from Great Grand Master Ku Yu Cheong through Master Kenneth Hui of the Northern Shaolin Kung Fu Association.

Sifu Kisu, also known as Kisu Stars, has been a dedicated practitioner of Traditional Chinese Kung Fu for over 50 years and is a master in the Chinese martial arts focusing on the style of Northern Shaolin Kung Fu. He is most famously known for being the chief martial arts director and consultant for the animated series Avatar: The Last Airbender and Avatar: The Legend of Korra.

3:00 Sifu Kisu tells about his life getting started in martial arts and meeting his teacher (Master Kenneth Hui)

10:30 Martial arts students are often interested in what is trendy at the time.

16:00 Kisu's role as ​​chief martial arts director and consultant for the animated series Avatar: The Last Airbender.

18:23 Selecting elements from a few styles of martial arts, such as the Hung Gar style and Bagua style for incorporating into the choreography of the Avatar characters.

21:00 How the characters’ movements are based on authentic martial arts.

27:00 Martial arts is more about self-defense. It’s about self-cultivation and healing.

30:00 The Northern shaolin style follows the rules of natural body development.

32:00 Martial arts is learning to control your own blood, breath and chi–your lifeforce energy–and also those of your opponent.

34:00 As an instructor, you teach the rules of engagement–it’s not just about learning how to fight, but making your movement and your life a work of art.

42:00 How some of his attempts to bring other creative projects to production resulted in ideas being stolen and not wanting to deal with Hollywood anymore.

50:00 Lucky to have helped and watched people grow to their fullest potential as their instructor.

51:30 Using Dit Da Jow and trying out Plum Dragon’s formulas.

54:00 How Kung Fu has made him a better snowboarder.

Connect with Kisu Stars:

Instagram

Connect with Plum Dragon Herbs:

YouTube |  Facebook | Instagram | Twitter  | LinkedIn 

Try Plum Dragon Dit Da Jow Mentioned in this Episode:

• Dit Da Jow Collection

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Show Notes:

Having healed herself successfully from illness labeled incurable, Yang uses her knowledge and experience to help others to achieve balance and well-being. In her blog, Yang's Nourishing Kitchen, she shares time-tested traditional wisdom from the east to the west, through nutrient-dense real food recipes.

3:00 As part of Chinese culture, food and medicine are integrated.

6:20 Yang became very sick and experienced widespread chronic pain.

9:20 She had various diagnostic tests run, tried various therapies, was misdiagnosed, and all the while, her condition was worsening.

14:20 Believing that recovery was possible was the first step to Yang healing from Fibromyalgia. Also, she felt she had to be willing to try an all-encompassing TCM approach to get well.

16:30 She shares what she has learned along the way in her blog, as a stepping stone for others on their healing path.

19:30 Detoxing her body with a liver flush routine is part of her health maintenance.

22:55 Healing takes time. It took Yang 5 years to feel fully recovered from her illness.  During the first two years, she followed a very strict TCM protocol.

24:30 If we can keep our health in check before it gets too out of balance, we will be much better off than if we let ourselves fall apart.

28:00 A TCM protocol that encouraged circulation, as opposed to the Western medicine protocol of icing, helped her pain.

32:00 Yang discusses some of her favorite recipes, including those that incorporate Chinese herbs.

38:00 Although she did write a vegan cookbook, to be supportive of that way of eating, she personally doesn’t eliminate any food groups, focusing instead on overall nutrition.

43:00 She is grateful for the readers who have said her blog has given them hope for recovery from their chronic pain.

 

Connect with Yang:

Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Yang's Nourishing Kitchen 

Resources mentioned by Yang:

• Fritillaria Steamed Pear Recipe

• Ginseng Chicken Soup Recipe

• How Yang beat severe chronic pain using traditional Chinese medicine

• Yang's experience with the amazing liver and gallbladder flush 

• How Yang's husband lowered bilirubin with liver detox

• How to do a liver flush for kids 

Connect with Plum Dragon Herbs:

YouTube |  Facebook | Instagram | Twitter  | LinkedIn 

Try Plum Dragon Dit Da Jow:

• Dit Da Jow Collection

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In our latest podcast episode, we’re speaking with Jason Malik, the Chief Instructor at Texas Wing Tsun. As a former boxer and wrestler and someone who cross trains with other styles of martial arts, Jason is able to effectively apply his Wing Tsun in any given situation against any kind of attack.

Aside from being certified to teach Wing Tsun under the WTA, Jason is also certified to teach Jeet Kune Do under Sifu Paul Johnson of Real JKD, who is a certified Sifu under Sifu Jerry Poteet, a direct student of Si-Jo Bruce Lee.  

Jason is also a bladesmith, specializing in custom knives and edged weapons for combat and self defense. 

He has also done stunt coordination and fight scene choreography for independent action films and is a recording artist, producer, and audio engineer signed with Mo Thugs Records.

Show Notes:

0:00 Introduction

2:55 How Jason Malik got involved with Wing Tsun starting with his Bruce Lee phase in his early teens

5:00 Training to deal with an attacker

6:18 Principles of Wing Tsun that have helped Jason through life adversity

6:50 You have to maintain forward intent even when life isn’t pleasant

8:20 Sticking is about control

9:20 Wing Tsun is like a switch -- it’s either “on” or “off.”

13:00 Learn to relax and develop sensitive to read your opponent

14:10 You’ll never lose the fear of getting hit until you’ve been hit a few times.

15:00 Don’t get two steps behind and stay in control of the exchange

16:20 The initial attack is the most dangerous part. You have to be comfortable charging into somebody who takes a swing at you. It’s the experience that teaches you.

22:00 Myths about Wing Tsun.  What it is and what it isn’t.

23:00 Using Dit Da Jow in Wing Tsun--Believing in the science of the formulas.

25:00 The bar fight that led him to explore Chinese medicine 

27:00 Discusses the use of knives in self-defense and his bladesmith business

31:00 Bruise Juice is one of his favorite jows.

Connect with Jason Malik:

• Instagram: @texaswingstun, @btg.custom.blades, @bino5150
• https://www.facebook.com/TexasWingTsun
• https://www.facebook.com/BTGBlades/
• https://www.facebook.com/BinoTheGreat/

Find out more about Dit Da Jow:

• Dit Da Jow Collection
• Ancestor’s Advanced Conditioning Formula
• Ho Family Dit Da Jow
• Bruise Juice

Special Offer From Jason for Our Listeners:

By mentioning Plum Dragon Herbs to Jason, you will receive 10% off your first order on his custom knives.  You can send him a message at his BTG Blades Instagram or Facebook accounts listed above to place an order.

Connect with Plum Dragon Herbs:

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“I think too many people wait until they are injured or wait until they're sick, and they get reactive instead of proactive with their health."–Dan Dominguez

In our latest podcast episode, we’re speaking with special guest Dan Dominguez, M.S. L.Ac, the team acupuncturist for the NFL team, the Buffalo Bills, and the clinic director of BOSA Acupuncture and Wellness. At BOSA, Dan calls on his expertise in neurofunctional acupuncture, trigger point therapy, dry needling and distal acupuncture to treat the Buffalo Bills players, as well as many local and visiting athletes. When he is not in clinic, you can find Dan educating other sports acupuncturists, both in the U.S. and internationally, on injury healing and prevention treatments.

Show Notes:

0:40 Introduction on Dan Dominguez, M.S. L.Ac, Clinical Director at BOSA Acupuncture and team acupuncturist for the Buffalo Bills.

2:00 Dealing with a severe leg injury that took him out of college football, and how this was a blessing in disguise that started him on a journey of health and wellness.

4:00 Significant swelling decreased when he received acupuncture treatments from his uncle, which inspired him to become an acupuncturist himself.

5:30 His profound healing surprised his doctor, who didn’t believe he recovered that quickly from Chinese Medicine. His doctor laughed him out of the room, convinced he was taking HGH (Human Growth Hormone).

7:35 Ironically he was later approached by his college sports medicine department to help them integrate acupuncture into their injury treatment protocol.

12:47 His success in clinic and excitement for his future in acupuncture helped him to overcome the repercussions of his injury and lengthy recovery.

13:35 Early on his practice, Dan handled a myriad of general pain problems.

15:25 Motor-point acupuncture opened a whole new world of treatment, especially in orthopedic treatment.

17:55 Neurofunctional acupuncture involves the use of electrical stimulation in motor nerves to elicit a twitch or response and to stimulate activation of that muscle.

21:00 Once you get a muscle to fire on the table with electric stem acupuncture, it’s much easier to see rehabilitation in real life.

24:00 Heat, liniment and epsom salt can help stimulate blood flow and push out stagnation.

25:00 Using warming herbs for wind and cold conditions and how Dit Da Jow liniments are very potent in addressing injuries. 

27:00 In treating the Buffalo Bills, his Friday protocol for players involves activation of muscles and treating acute injuries so they are ready to play on Sunday.

30:49 Overall advice: “Don’t start digging the well until you’re already thirsty.” Be proactive.  You’re either going to pay for it now, or pay for it later, and it’s a lot cheaper now in the prevention stage.

31:40 In martial arts, he sees a lot of chronic injuries from overuse.

32:00 It’s important to address lingering chronic pain and find the source of it. Lifestyle habits should include daily stretching, doing some meditation, getting enough sleep and drinking enough water, among other things.

35:00 Too often athletes push themselves relentlessly without any time to recover fully, which leads to overtraining injuries.

37:00 Conducts workshops to help other acupuncturists learn the techniques of neurofunctional acupuncture and invites others to contact him about their questions.

Connect with Dan Dominguez:

• Instagram 
• Facebook 

Find out more about Dit Da Jow:

• Dit Da Jow Collection
• Ancestor’s Advanced Conditioning Formula
• Ho Family Dit Da Jow
• Bruise Juice

Connect with Plum Dragon Herbs:

YouTube |  Facebook | Instagram | Twitter  | LinkedIn 

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Considering joining our new private forum The Plum Dragon Lair?

Want to know a little more before you sign up?

Then this podcast is for you...

 

We've put together a special show with forum moderator Josh Walker to discuss what you can expect to get inside The Plum Dragon Lair. Josh discusses why we decided to create a forum in the first place, what goes on in its different channels and more.

“You've got to firstly get clear as to what your future is going to look like if you continue doing what you're doing now. But also get inspired about what it is you want to create and be inspired about that actually becoming possible."–Dan Warburton

Show Notes:

1:00 How failing in so many different business ventures led Dan to become a successful entrepreneur coach.

5:00 When he stopped caring what people thought of him, it enabled him to have a new relaxed approach to business.  When people become aware of what is holding themselves back, their whole mindset can transform.

9:30 Questioning the world and why he wasn’t succeeding is what led Dan to explore new learning by pursuing over 200 self-improvement and leadership courses.

11:45 Learning tai-chi was a way to start doing something that he enjoyed that was physical.

12:00 The Buddist monks taught him to cultivate love and kindness. When you have a feeling of abundance, it in turn allows you to feel that you have enough to give back to others.

12:50 During a 51-day intense yoga course, Dan was pushed to his breaking point. Through this challenging experience, he learned how to connect with the power of the universe and overcome the pain, cold and exhaustion that he was experiencing.

15:00 By the third day of his yoga course, Dan was questioning what he had committed himself to, but by the tenth day, he began to feel superhuman ability--realizing that he had so much more energy than he ever had before.

20:15 Through understanding how we are connected to the five earthly elements, Dan learned things like how to become absolutely unshakeable in his commitments and how to flow with challenges. 

21:15 Every morning for an hour, Dan’s morning routine includes Tai Chi, sun salutations, a gratitude practice, visualization, yoga and meditation among other things that prepare him for the day.

22:45 If people feel they don’t have time for a morning practice, they should ask themselves what their future is going to be like if they continue only doing what they are doing.  Also,  what is their opinion of themselves that causes them to think they don’t have time for these practices?

26:45 Thinking you are incapable of success can cause you to think you don’t have time for change.  You need to get clear on what your future will look like if you continue to stay the same and get inspired about what it is you want to create. What are these stories you are carrying with yourself that lead you to believe you don’t have time or can’t succeed?

27:45 Dan offers individualized programs for entrepreneurs that feel stuck or overwhelmed. He takes them on a journey that helps them become aware of their shadows and come through them and onto the other side.

28:30 There needs to be balance in life to succeed in business.

29:45 His book Dream it Choose it Live it takes entrepreneurs through a whole transformation process.

Connect with Dan Warburton:

• https://danwarburton.com
• Instagram

Connect with Plum Dragon Herbs:

YouTube |  Facebook | Instagram | Twitter  | LinkedIn 

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Dr. Rahi is an integrative, aesthetics and anti-aging MD in LA and NYC whose clinics have a remarkable reputation in cosmetic rejuvenation and inner health.

 

Dr. Rahi prefers to have a holistic and integrative approach when treating her patients. At her clinic, she wants to help them solve underlying issues that result in long-lasting, optimal health.

 

Her treatment techniques involve much more than just medicine. Nutritional food maps, tips and exercise for stress reduction, sleep therapy, hormone replacement therapy and supplements are just some of the ways Dr. Rahi offers care for her patients.

 

In this episode, Dr. Rahi share the best tips for anti-aging and longevity.

 

Show Notes:

 

1:35 How Dr. Rahi became involved in integrative medicine.

4:55 Focusing on diet is super important to our overall health and longevity.

6:40 Antioxidants from leafy greens and adequate intake of magnesium are important for all cells of our bodies to function properly.

9:15 Loves turmeric as a spice and it can also be used topically to decrease inflammation; Can also be used on face and neck for beauty purposes.

10:50 Water, coffee (no more than a cup a day), celery juice and green tea are her choice of beverages.  Adding reishi, cordyceps or a mixture of mushrooms to a cup of coffee or another beverage can provide a lot of health benefits.

 

12:49 Exercise is great for brain function and necessary for anti-aging.

 

14:45 A poor diet, smoking, a sedentary lifestyle, lack of sleep and not getting enough Vitamin D can exacerbate aging.

 

16:20 Use sunscreen on face and neck every day, but getting sun exposure on other parts of the body is important for Vitamin D intake. 

 

16:50 Dr. Rahi’s top recommendation for inner and outer health is balancing our hormones as we age. Checking our hormones and optimizing them is key to any anti-aging program. 

 

18:50 Dr. Rahi recommends using bio-identical hormones under the care of a physician and does not recommend synthetic hormones.

 

20:10 Being able to create a positive change in the life of her patients is the most satisfying part of her job.  Also excited about performing minimally-invasive procedures for aesthetic rejuvenation that allow people to feel better about themselves without undergoing surgery.

 

21:05 Through her practice, Dr. Rahi has been able to help people lower cholesterol and blood pressure and lose weight through an integrative medicine approach.

 

23:10 Glutathione can help promote detoxification in the body.

 

24:47 Her approach to making lifestyle changes is to take things slow. Focusing on one or two changes at a time will ensure more long-lasting changes.

 

25:30 New advances in anti-aging involve collagen stimulation. Also incorporating more supplements and detoxification will help create a healthy inside.

 

26:30 Dr. Rahi recommends detoxing or “resetting” our bodies at least 4 times a year with a careful water fast and regular intermittent fasting.

 

30:00 For optimal gut health, Dr. Rahi recommends only taking antibiotics when absolutely necessary and working with an integrative medicine doctor to assess which probiotics would be the most beneficial.

 

33:00 Trying to focus on the patient as a whole is super important to Dr. Rahi. Lifestyle, diet and even one’s spirituality are important to a person’s health. She tries to create a warm environment in her practice.

 

35:25 How to get in touch with Dr. Rahi and some additional pieces of advice for those wanting to look and feel better inside and out.

Connect with Dr. Rahi:

• Instagram
• https://doctorrahi.com

Find out more about Plum Dragon Dit Da Jow:

• Bruise Juice Dit Da Jow
• Dit Da Jow Collection

Connect with Plum Dragon Herbs:

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In this show, we are speaking with friend and long-time user of Plum Dragon products, Tomm Voss. Tomm is a Qigong teacher and world champion martial artist as well as a holistic nutrition, fitness and life coach.

After a decade as a professional bodybuilder and spokesperson for Men’s Fitness and Muscle & Fitness magazines, the extreme demands of that industry took a toll on Tomm’s body. In 2007, he was sent to the ICU and diagnosed with a severe autoimmune disease known as Henoch-Schönlein Vasculitis, the treatment of which caused Hypothyroidism. He was told he would need to take prescription drugs for the rest of his life. 

Tomm then embarked on a journey to heal himself.  He became a student of Grandmaster Zhou of the 18th generation Wudang Dragon Gate Qi Gong lineage. Through the guidance of Master Zhou, Tomm learned to balance his system through Qigong and holistic nutrition, and cleared himself of any need for medication.

In 2015, Tomm traveled with his mentor to the holy temples in the Wudang Mountains of China. When he returned to the US, it was clear that the time had come to begin teaching the art of Qigong. 

Tomm now supports groups and private clients in healing themselves from imbalances and chronic illnesses such as Parkinson’s, autoimmune diseases, diabetes, high blood pressure and cancer. He facilitates people in learning Qigong anywhere in the world on Skype, or in-person in Los Angeles.

Over the years, Tomm has studied many forms of martial arts. In 2016, Tomm became the Eskrima World Champion, and attributes much of his success in competition to the strong foundation that Qigong has given him.

As a Qigong, nutrition, fitness, and life coach, Tomm is honored to help guide people of all ages and walks of life in achieving the balance and vitality required to live their greatest lives now.

Show Notes:

1:50 Tomm explains what Qi Gong is and the philosophy of a balanced qi.

3:57 How Tomm ended up in the ICU, staring down the idea of being on medicine for the rest of his life.

6:37 Pushing his body to the extreme and having to be fit all the time for photo shoots created very unhealthy balances in his life.

11:00 Learning Qi Gong and applying principles of Chinese medicine was the life-changing solution Tomm needed to overcome thyroid disease naturally.

17:00 The ancient practice of Qi Gong teaches us how to replenish our qi and how to clear out any stagnant qi.

22:00 Not only was Tomm able to regain his health, but he went on to becoming a world champion stick fighter (in escrima).

28:00 With an interest in helping everyone from young executives to elderly clients restore balance in their body and incorporate holistic practices, Tomm began teaching Qi Gong in studios and more recently, with a new online course.

31:00 One of Tomm's clients, who was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease, saw rapid success with his Qi Gong instruction. In the first 20 minutes of practice, her symptoms were greatly reduced. She would remain symptom-free for several hours after sessions and was eventually able to reduce her medications.

38:00 Having a mindset of positivity and service has been life-changing for Tomm, who says he used to have an ego-driven pursuit of life.

49:00 We've become so accustomed to looking for the quick fix to solve our health problems, which has caused a great disconnect with understanding our bodies.

50:00 Tomm's new Qi Gong course provides access to everyone wanting to learn this self-healing art.

56:00 Using Plum Dragon's Dit Da Jow for both his escrima and qi gong practices has allowed Tomm to heal faster and remove qi stagnation.

57:10 Helping people believe that they can accomplish anything is one of Tomm's key messages.

Connect With Tomm Voss:

• https://www.qiwithin.com

• https://www.facebook.com/tomm.voss.3

• https://www.instagram.com/tommvoss/

• https://plumdragonherbs.com/pages/courses-classes

Find out more about Plum Dragon Dit Da Jow:

• Bruise Juice Dit Da Jow
• Dit Da Jow Collection

Connect with Plum Dragon Herbs:

YouTube |  Facebook | Instagram | Twitter  | LinkedIn 

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We're having a more in-depth discussion on iron palm training in our second discussion with Sifu Felix, Master Alex and Josh Walker. Sifu Felix Macias is a second generation instructor of Jeet Kune Do in its original form. His father, Felix Macias, Sr., trained under the great Kung Fu Sifu James Yimm Lee, the man that introduced Bruce Lee to iron palm training. They were all part of the Original Jeet Kune Do club in Oakland, California. Master Alexander Witthar is a freestyle artist and a 10x Masters of Martial Art Hall of Famer. He was also a gold medalist in Tae Kwon Do in the Pan American Games in 1996. Both Sifu Felix and Master Alex are current instructors at the Original Oakland Jeet Kune Do and conduct seminars on the classical principles of JKD. Original founder of Plum Dragon Herbs, Josh Walker, is a senior software engineer and runs the central U.S. chapter for the Tabimina Balintawak Group, a combative style of martial arts that originated in the Philippines. Oakland JKD students Pablo Coral and Jovan Ayers also join us for a part of our interview.

Show Notes:

0:50 What drew Josh to founding Plum Dragon Herbs.

6:01 Introductions.

9:47 Explaining the Way of the Intercepting Fist.

13:32 Alex shares his martial arts training history.

17:48 Felix Macias, Sr. used to always say that fighting and training are two different things.

21:20 Felix isn’t concerned about stripes, belts and certificates--it’s about learning how to respond when the hands start flying.

25:25 Felix shares how Iron Palm and using Chinese herbs takes your gung fu training to a different level.

29:55 Why there needs to be a clear distinction between Dit Da Wan (an internal jow) vs. Dit Da Jow (used externally).

34:15 A lot of the iron palm knowledge is too often overlooked now in modern martial arts.

42:00 Jovan Ayers shares how during his trip to China many Wing Chun martial artists were impressed with his knowledge of old customs and authentic style.

46:00 Josh shares his experience with Wing Chun and other Chinese martial arts and how he learned iron palm.

51:30 Josh’s perspective on moving through the four seasons of iron palm training and common problems with beginners.

54:45 How the JKD stance differs from the Wing Chun stance, according to Felix.

1:05:09 Alex opens the VIP Package from Plum Dragon while Josh talks about punching mediums/bags.

1:13:05 Looking ahead and considering doing some training videos with Oakland JKD.

 

Connect with Sifu Felix and Master Alex:

• Instagram (Oakland JKD)
• Facebook (Oakland JKD) Facebook (Alex)

Connect with Josh Walker:

• Find out more about Josh Walker and connect with him on Facebook,  LinkedIn, or Youtube

Find out more about Plum Dragon Dit Da Jow:

• Ku Yu Cheong Iron Palm Dit Da Jow
• Bruise Juice Dit Da Jow
• Dit Da Jow Collection
• VIP Promo 3-Pack 

Connect with Plum Dragon Herbs:

YouTube |  Facebook | Instagram | Twitter  | LinkedIn 

 

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In our last podcast, we were speaking to Leo Rodriguez about how he was introduced to Dit Da Jow by one of our guests today, Sifu Felix Macias. Sifu Felix is a second generation instructor of Jeet Kune Do in its original form. His father Felix Macias, Sr. trained under the great Kung Fu Sifu James Yimm Lee, the man that introduced Bruce Lee to iron palm training. They were all part of the Original Jeet Kune Do club in Oakland, California.

 

Our interview also includes guest Master Alexander Witthar, who is a freestyle artist and a 10x Masters of Martial Art Hall of Famer. He was also a gold medalist in Tae Kwon Do in the Pan American Games in 1996. Both Sifu Felix and Master Alex are current instructors at the Original Oakland Jeet Kune Do and conduct seminars on the classical principles of JKD.

 

We are also joined in this interview by the first owner of Plum Dragon Herbs, Josh Walker. He currently works as a senior software engineer and runs the central U.S. chapter for the Tabimina Balintawak Group, a combative style of martial arts that originated in the Philippines.

 

During our discussion, Sifu Felix shares some of the history of the original Oakland JKD and what it was like to be among some of the greatest martial artists, James Lee and Bruce Lee. We also discuss iron palm training and Dit Da Jow.

Show Notes:

1:20 Introductions.

5:45 How iron palm training has fallen out of certain Jeet Kune Do groups but is still a part of the curriculum of the Oakland JKD, which originated with Jimmy (James) Lee and Bruce Lee.

11:10 How Sifu Felix and Master Alex got started in martial arts. Felix’s father Felix Macias, Sr. met Jimmy Lee who was doing brick breaking with Al Novak. Bruce Lee and Jimmy Lee met up in Oakland, California. 

12:44 Alex's first class in martial arts was in Wing Chun Kung Fu. Later he started doing Tae Kwon Do. Meeting Felix was an eye opener with the types of skills he could learn from Jeet Kune Do and Iron Palm.

16:50 Felix still enjoys learning about the internal martial arts and using Chinese herbs, which is the same thing that Jimmy Lee was doing.

18:15 Josh Walker discusses quantity and quality of herbs and strength of alcohol used in dit da jow formulas.

21:20 More discussion on Qigong, Iron Palm and Dit Da Jow.

25:24 For different levels of training, you can progress to stronger and stronger Jows.  

27:10 Master Alex shares his advice to keep students dedicated to training.

33:10 Josh Walker talks about perseverance in coming up with Plum Dragon formulas.

38:20 Best training for those limited on mobility.

43:45 How to develop fast hands.

44:35 How to break more pavers.

46:40 How Dit Da Jow formulas differ for internal and external martial arts.

49:55 Benefits of alcohol-based Dit Da Jow including absorption, penetration of herbs and drying quickly. 

54:45 Why Plum Dragon would not use dimethyl sulfoxide (DSMO) in Dit Da Jow.  And why you should never take external Jows internally.

57:11 What are some ways to condition your mind for training and martial arts

58:55 What Dit Da Jow did James Lee and Al Novak use?

1:00:45 Felix’s favorite story about meeting Bruce Lee.

1:03:20 How internal martial arts has shaped Master Alex’s career in martial arts.

1:05:45 Getting in touch with our guests and a possible follow-up FB Live.

 

Connect with Sifu Felix and Master Alex:

• Instagram (Oakland JKD)
• Facebook (Oakland JKD) Facebook (Alex)

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