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Show 8 HILLTOP TIMES TIMES November 6, 2008 technical sergeant takes second place at tourney would have been disqualified. 75th Air Base Wing Public Affairs Keith found a way to test his abilities by comech. Sgt. Michael peting in one of the most Keith, 729th Air renowned tournaments Control Squadron, in the United States with competed in the U.S. competitors from all states Open XIII Brazilian Jiu vying for the title. Jitsu "America's Favorite Tournament" Oct. 18 and "I had an opportunity 19 in Santa Cruz, Calif. to test my training against opponents that have no Keith competed in the idea what my particular senior white belt feathstyle is," Keith said. "It is erweight division against five other skilled competi- the best way to learn about tors on his way to a second yourself, your technique and your training." place victory. With the rapid growth of He prepared for the mixed martial arts and jutournament through a grueling workout schedule jitsu throughout the United States armed forces and that lasted two months, in addition to the already de- sporting venues, Keith said he would like to see the Air manding Air Force physiForce implement it into its cal training regimen. own culture. "I was training BJJ for "It would be great to see two to three hours a day, six days a week along with Hill Air Force Base and the running three to five miles Air Force as a whole get at least three days a week," more behind these events Keith said. "I also focused and possibly sponsor a more on muscle condition jujitsu tournament," Keith said. "It would promote fitrather than muscle buildness, the warrior mentality ing during these months." and a venue for recruiters He also used these to disseminate information exercises to help him cut about the Air Force." weight down to 154 pounds including the weight of the Although his hard work gi, a traditional uniform paid off and was rewarded worn by jujitsu competiwith a medal for his efforts, tors, that weighs approxiit didn't compare to repremately six pounds, prior to senting Hill Air Force Base his first match. Strict rules and the Mori Academy in prohibit any removal of Sunset. the clothing or extra time "It is always a great honto lose weight at the initial or to go out and compete weigh-in and only one op- to represent Hill Air Force portunity to qualify. The Base and Mori Academy at slightest ounce over and he these events,"he said. BY AIRMAN 1 sr CLASS ROBEPI' HEDFHCK T Courtesy photo Above, competitors at the U.S. Open XIII Brazilian Jiu Jitsu "America's Favorite Tournament" are shown in various stages of their meets Oct. 18 and 19 in Santa Cruz, Calif. Below, Tech. Sgt. Michael Keith (center), 729th Air Control Squadron, stands during an honors ceremony. 7 had an opportunity to test my training against opponents that have no idea what my particular style is. It is the best way to learn about yourself, your technique and your training." TECH. SGT. 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