At the 2025 National Taekwondo Championship This Week



Silver today, gold tomorrow. 🥈💪
Just received a silver medal for board breaking at this year’s competition—and matched first place in points! A small detail separated me from the top spot, but honestly? That’s just next year’s target.
Grateful for the experience, the lessons, and everyone who’s supported the journey. Time to sharpen the edge and come back even stronger.
Note: Tomorrow I have two more events!! More updates to come ...

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What I did: Broke 9 boards: Hammer Fist - 2 boards, Elbow Strike 3 boards, 1 each, Round House, Spinning Back Kick, Tornado Kick & Jumping Side Kick. How did I do: Went perfectly, with the except 2nd attempt on Spinning Back Kick which broke.
Lesson's learn: Maximize Board Breaks, Presentation is Important (Kai More), Replace Round House with a jump or spinning kick, like a jumping front kick. Throw in a one leg doing a double kick.

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