A Sore Back

Not really hurting, but just sore from using new muscles. I went to the first adult advanced class tonight and Delaney came with me to try out the "sticks" for Filipino stick fighting. I was worried he'd be the only kid, but there were three others, so he had a partner.

It was interesting to try and work with sticks, and hard too. It reminded me of sword work with Hamada-sensei years ago, but slightly different. I tried to go slow, but all the twisting and moving in new ways made my lower back tight and sore throughout the class. Definitely need to practice a bit at home.

Delaney really struggled and was upset after class since he couldn't do it well. I told him I'd practice with him, but it was good to see him struggle. Most things come easy to him, so a little struggle is a good thing.