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Free MMA S&C Blueprint:https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/mma-strength-conditioning-blueprint/BJJ S&C Blueprint:https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/bjj-strength-and-conditioning-blueprint/SSOF App & Community: https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/ssof-underground/SSOF Rash Guard & Shorts Discount - Code "SWEETSCIENCE"https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/sweet-science-rash-guardSSOF Taniwha Rashies & Shorts - Code "SWEETSCIENCE" https://sweetscienceoffighting.com/taniwha-rash-guardhttps://sweetscienceoffighting.com/taniwha-shortsIn this episode of the Sweet Science of Fighting podcast, host James interviews Stephen Cheney, a practitioner and coach in the world of longsword and historical European martial arts (HEMA). Stephen shares his journey from traditional martial arts to adopting a constraints-led approach in training, emphasizing the importance of ecological learning and games-based methodologies.The conversation delves into the rules of longsword fighting, the significance of mindset in training, and how to effectively progress through various games to enhance skill development. Stephen also discusses the differences in skill levels among practitioners and offers resources for those interested in learning more about longsword and HEMA.Timestamps00:00 Introduction to Stephen Cheney and His Background02:26 Transitioning to Constraint-Led Approach in Training05:46 Understanding Longsword Fighting Rules and Techniques08:32 Ecological Approach vs. Traditional Methods11:30 Games and Constraints in Longsword Training14:43 Progressing Through Training Games17:31 Designing Games for Specific Outcomes20:29 Engaging with Different Opponents and Styles27:13 Understanding Movement in Fencing28:29 Evaluating Fencing Techniques30:30 The Traits of Successful Fencers32:16 Creativity and Risk in Fencing34:15 The Role of Sparring in Training36:33 Man
