Not all black belts are the same/Glad to be part of King Tiger Tae Kwon Do

Recently, I visited some friends in another state who have just obtained their first degree black belt. Seeking some guidance, I asked my friend how did she completed all the physical requirements. "What's that?" she asked. When I described our black belt cycle, she replied, "Oh, no we didn't have to do all that. Girl, we go to a McDojang!" I was so appalled that I was speechless (and I am rarely speechless) . I had assumed that all martial arts black belt programs had some rigorous requirements. I'm even more proud of each of my belts and our King Tiger Program. I'm also very grateful to each of the Masters for keeping such high standards. No one could ever call our program a McDojang!

Everything aches. What belt level does the pain stop?? My brain is a sieve. I learn one thing and something else slips out. I know I have learned all of the poomsae and self defenses several times. I practice and overnight things leak out my brain. The next morning, it feels like I'm starting all over again. Maybe I'm developing alzheimer's. It is embarrassing and frustrating in class. Sa Bum Nim has the patience of a saint.

My cat is terribly upset about my change in behavior. He tries to get in my face while doing sit ups and walks on my back when I do push ups. He wants me to stop and be a couch potato so he can curl up in my lap. 

5.46 miles today

20 sit ups

20 push ups