I have trained Karate (Shotokan style) for about 8 years, ~from age 16-24. 1st Dan (black belt), competed in quite a few Kumite competitions, was quite successful.

Once, when I still trained seriously, I had a friendly fight with a Krav Maga instructor.

I didn't stand a chance.


"...late afternoon the Air Tasking Order came in [and] we found the A-10 part and we said, "We are going where!? We are doing what!?"

Capt. Todd Sheehy, Hog pilot, on receiving orders during Operation Desert Storm