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The Simple Training Journal

A training journal is a log book of personal practice. Even minimal entries provide value to practitioners seeking continuous improvement.

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What Are the Duello Rank Levels?

Understanding the five-tier martial rank system at Academie Duello - from Apprentice through Master, drawing from historical European traditions.

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Sparring Games: Alternate Target Objectives

Feeling stuck in your sparring routine? These strategic training games use alternate target objectives to increase engagement and develop specific skills.

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Eat the Book: A Process for Understanding Historical Sources

Historical European Martial Arts draws from instructional texts centuries old. Here's a systematic approach to studying these materials effectively.

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5 Tips for Effective At-Home Practice

Proficiency comes from learning between sessions by practising on your own. Here's how to make at-home practice work for you.

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How to Do Slow Sparring Effectively

Slow sparring is an ideal way to focus on mechanics, precision, and tactical awareness - but it requires specific skills to do well.

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The 5 Minutes Per Day Practice Regimen

Rhythm is the most important thing to cultivate on the path to mastery. Five minutes daily beats an hour weekly.

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Why Is the Rapier Part of Our System?

Understanding why rapier training is essential to our integrated Italian martial arts curriculum - the weapon that masters geometry, timing, and distance.

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Choosing the Right Rapier for You

A guide to selecting the right rapier for historical Italian swordplay training - from understanding historical variations to practical specifications.

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