The companies we work for give us vacation for a reason! When we work for too long we get burnt out, we lose productivity, and we lose our direction. Our output to the company is worsened! Oh, you seriously thought corporate America does this out of the kindness of their Continue Reading
The Martial Arts Mentality – Part 2 : Goal Setting
Let’s discuss how we can use the martial arts mentality to improve our ability to set goals and achieve them. Goal setting is interesting in martial arts because for most martial arts, especially the traditional ones, the goals are predetermined. Not only are goals predetermined, but also the tasks to Continue Reading
Imposter Syndrome In Martial Arts
No matter where you go to read martial arts related topics, whether it be on forums, books or other blogs/vlogs about martial arts, you are sure to see one common theme, the importance of keeping your ego in check! In many instances this is brought up as avoiding arrogance, staying Continue Reading
The Chin Na Influence
Chances are if you are a martial artist, you have heard the claim that all martial arts stem from China. While this broad claim has been disputed by some, what cannot really be disputed is the origin of joint locks and throws! Whether you have a background in Aikido, Hapkido, Continue Reading
Unagi
If you are a giant fan of F.R.I.E.N.D.S like I am, You have undoubtedly seen the episode “The one with Unagi”. In this episode Ross goes on about being in a state of total awareness and being ready to react to anything. He uses the term Unagi throughout the episode, Continue Reading
Family Aspect in Martial Arts
Recently, I saw a poll put up asking “How many people consider their dojo and the people they train with as a family?”. I answered ‘Yes’ in almost a heartbeat; as a person who never fit in with my blood relatives, I’ve found so much unconditional love and support from Continue Reading
The Martial Artist Mentality – Part 1: Intro and Training
One common quality every martial artist has is the desire to push themselves pass their limits to achieve a goal. These goals range from passing a rank test for the next belt to breaking boards or concrete. These goals we set are necessary for us to experience growth as martial Continue Reading
No Excuses Just Priorities
One of my favorite college professors always had something to say about students that either didn’t come to class or didn’t apply themselves. He would always say, “There are no excuses in life, only management of your priorities. If I gave you $1 Million, you would always come to class.” Continue Reading
Universal Chamber: All for One, One for All
As a smaller person who doesn’t weigh much, I am always looking for ways to maximize my power without relying on pure muscular strength. In general, everybody benefits from this type of training; you are able to move faster, have longer endurance, and overall flow your techniques better. Finding the Continue Reading
Practical Karate Isn’t Pretty
I love watching people do flips and crazy spinning kicks amidst their forms as much as Red Bull loves its wings (and its annual tricking showcase). Although, one thing I don’t like as much is after telling people I do martial arts, they ask me if I can do a Continue Reading