Is it possible to practice and brush up on martial arts? I can't afford a dojo and only have my wife to practice on (!!). I know...rather sad. But she is willing to learn so I teach her. Can I polish up my previous learning? I have 3 years in karate 2 years in small-circle jujitsu (wrist lock flowing techniques, and not the Brazilian stuff...which would be great, though)...and a smattering of Aikido. I am not looking to be Bruce Lee or the best cage fighter. I am wanting to perfect what I do know. Is it silly to watch youtube videos and books that I have (excellent reference by Marc Tedeschi etc) to refresh myself as well as practice teaching my wife? What are your thoughts on training in a vacuum if you will? If you have any training ideas or opinions I am open for your knowledge or criticism. I don't want to waste my time.
posted by snap_dragon on Jun 6, 2009 - 7 answers

Does anyone know the music that is playing in Spike Lee's 25th Hour in the scene in the nightclub where Philip Seymour Hoffman's character kisses his student in the toilet. It is playing throughout the whole segment where they are talking on the couch, she goes to the toilet, he follows her, goes in, kisses her and then comes out shocked at what he's done. It's fantastic music throughout the whole bit and I'd love to get it.
posted by bp79 on Jan 15, 2008 - 6 answers

Anyone know a good BMW mechanic in the Fort Lee, NJ (Near the George Washington Bridge) area? I have a 1988 325ix and need someone trustworthy and competent to take care of it. Service at the BMW dealer is outrageously expensive. I've tried various BMW message boards and come up empty. Something in a 30 minute radius would be nice, but I'll take what you got!
posted by SampleSize on Jul 26, 2007 - 3 answers

Does anybody know where I can get a copy of the US single "Fuzzy" By Grant Lee Buffalo? specifically I'm after Dixie Drug Store (JuJu Mix). [more inside]
posted by gergtreble on Sep 7, 2006 - 7 answers

Help me find this music from Spike Lee's 25th Hour. It's from the nightclub scene, specifically when Naturelle (Rosario Dawson) and Mary (Anna Paquin) are hitting the dance floor. [more inside]
posted by falameufilho on Oct 17, 2005 - 8 answers

What's the best way to stretch before and after working out? [more inside]
posted by drezdn on Apr 11, 2005 - 15 answers