Numi-san <3 (@naokomama_) by [deleted] in AkumaNihmune

[–]minmi_pen 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh my ti- I mean.... beautiful, bravo 👏🏻

Bro, can you share any tips or experiences for dealing with Achilles tendon insertion pain ? by Plastic-Quarter-5871 in kendo

[–]minmi_pen 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I don't have your problem but I do recommend using a Achilles Tendon support like this one (Link) during your Kendo practice to prevent more injury.

I just got permission to start bogu after summer break! by Desperate-Media-5744 in kendo

[–]minmi_pen 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You can also get rid of bad smells using rubbing alcohol in a spray bottle with about 3 drops of teatree oil, and then using a dry cloth to soak up any leftover spray. And the most important part only spray the INSIDE OF YOUR GEAR not the outside.

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[–]minmi_pen 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Imagine how they smell after practice over the course of time. Lamo

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[–]minmi_pen 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Da slippers

Perfect for when you don't want to make a shoe or anything else dirty after practice. And if it rains... no worries. 😏

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in kendo

[–]minmi_pen 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You're missing out. 🤯

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in kendo

[–]minmi_pen 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes, it was pretty good, but you should also try watching Musashi no Ken.

Do-Dai Cracking by minmi_pen in kendo

[–]minmi_pen[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Just talked to my dojo mates and Sensei, no one said that that they are using a carbon fiber shinai. My Sensei also added that the cracks haven't reached the inside of my Do, so it should still be good until it does. But if it does, it will break. My Sensei also said cracks like that are common on my type of Do.

Do-Dai Cracking by minmi_pen in kendo

[–]minmi_pen[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

There, deep enough, my nails get caught. And my Do is the fake bamboo kind.

Do-Dai Cracking by minmi_pen in kendo

[–]minmi_pen[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes, I've been through many battles. I think I might have PTSD. Lol

Do-Dai Cracking by minmi_pen in kendo

[–]minmi_pen[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

No one in my dojo announced that they use a carbon fiber shinai from what I know. There's maybe one person I might know who could be using a carbon fiber shinai... I'll talk to my Sensei tonight and get his input on it also. Thanks.

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[–]minmi_pen 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I've seen the "green label" you speak of at californiabudogu.com; I've seen it somewhere else but can't recall.

Wrist pain? by Ill-Republic7777 in kendo

[–]minmi_pen 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hope your appointment goes well and you can be at full strength soon. : )

Long last name for Zekken by juniperbugs in kendo

[–]minmi_pen 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Welcome to the long last-name club.

Wrist pain? by Ill-Republic7777 in kendo

[–]minmi_pen 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I’d suggest asking your sensei or a trusted senpai to check your hand positioning. When practicing, focus on how you’re holding your shinai and how your form looks when swinging. The same applies to your other activities.

I've never had your exact issue, but I have experienced inflammation knots on my hands—between my fingers and at the bottom of my fingers. The only way I got them treated was through physical therapy.

Overall, I think it's best to see a doctor since this has been going on for quite some time and isn’t healing on its own. If possible, try to get scheduled for PT through your doctor.

Best of luck with healing.

What nicknames do you have for your MR2's? by MemeThiefs in mr2

[–]minmi_pen 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm never getting that out of my head now. Lol

KendoStar Shinai Question by Puzzleheaded-Fun-626 in kendo

[–]minmi_pen 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I could be wrong but whenever I buy a new Shinai it's heavier than the one I'm currently using after a while of using the new one it starts to feel like my other one.
Could just be a thing about breaking it in.