The martial arts are not often seen as a great choice for older people. No one thinks we have it in us. What? You do martial arts? they ask, incredulously. Well, believe it or not, there are a handful of us out there from middle-aged to very much older who still have an interest in being a… Read More Aged to Black Belt Perfection
A kata is a choreographed set of martial art moves, or techniques, that simulate fighting an attacker. They are composed of blocks, kicks, punches, and stepping patterns. When rehearsed over and over, they help you improve in your skills. Some people claim that a kata, or form, is useless, or no longer relevant. I believe… Read More The Most Complicated Kata Ever
“Greatness” is a big word, has a big meaning, and makes a big difference in your life. Yes, you can be great, and here is how… The Great Little Picture What’s your big picture? What consumes the bulk of your day or gobbles up your time? Going to work. Raising a family. Organizing bills. Fixing… Read More Find Greatness In Your Life
You have seen martial artists performing fancy forms, jacked-up kicks, wild flips, beautiful techniques, or simple strong movements that highlight the intricacies of the art. Although you appreciate these very physical activities, you also know that they require a level of proficiency that takes years of work and practice. What if I told you that… Read More 4 Ways to Improve Your Martial Art Mindset
Like me, you are probably always searching for something. A plan to follow A dream to explore A hope to fulfill An inspiration A motivation A better life An answer to a question There is always something lacking and we spend huge amounts of time trying to find exactly what will solve the problem, bring us… Read More Finding the JONCIEN
There are many reasons why I teach a martial art, but here are my top three! If you are a martial artist, there’s no better way to learn yourself than to slow down and explain what you know to someone else. If you are not involved in the martial arts, this shows why I… Read More 3 Reasons Why I Teach a Martial Art
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http://traffic.libsyn.com/themartialartswoman/04_The_75_Item_Rule.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 13:14 — 15.4MB) | Embed THE RULE In 1999, a top business executive in corporate America made a decision. It was not a decision that he needed for the advancement of his professional career, or one that promoted, demoted, hired, or fired someone. It didn’t have to do with the… Read More The 75 Item Rule
Ego. The bad kind still exists but really should be snuffed out. You may have millions of dollars and wear the nicest clothes; or, you may be very smart and create new and incredible things. You may own a mega corporation or have fifteen children and a nanny. All that is great, but you are no… Read More Snuffing Out Bad Ego In Life and Martial Arts
I’m not sure how to tell you this. There is nothing in this entire world that can make you happy. There is no person who can make you happy, either, not a spouse, lover, friend, father, mother, child, co-worker, minister, or acquaintance. Happiness doesn’t just happen. That is like a martial art student believing that… Read More 4 Ways to Practice Happiness
Have you ever imagined what it would be like to be threatened at gun point or physically assaulted? Being shoved in a car against your will or scurried away into the wilderness? How would you defend yourself? Would you grapple on the ground, kick and punch, or yell and scream at the top of your… Read More The Most Important Self Defense Ever
