Society frowns on the aggressive nature. I argue that it is something we must cultivate and learn to master. Learning how to deal with aggression shown towards us will prepare us for when confronted by it. Conversely, tapping into our aggression and using the appropriate level of aggressiveness for the…
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Slow Down To Make Faster Progress
You don’t need more speed; you need control. Stop rushing through techniques. Slow down the movement. Bring awareness to your body. Bring awareness to how you’re moving. Bring awareness to how you’re NOT moving. Aim to understand the task and goal fully. Make it as beautiful as possible. Only then…
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Mobility For Martial Arts: Move It Or Lose It
The better you move off the mat, the better you’ll be on the mat. And here’s the thing: your crappy mobility isn’t helping your martial arts. It’s time to do something about it. Improving your mobility doesn’t mean you need to add a bunch of extra stretches to a long…