I spent the month of June in Japan, visiting friends and family. Along with eating everything in sight, I also met up with my grappling group in Osaka a couple of times while I was there. But it wasn’t like the daily workouts or four-a-week martial arts sessions I usually…
Aging
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A Short Message to Aging Martial Artists
To my fellow aging martial artists, you have nothing to prove. Years of dedication, practice, and perseverance have established your skill and commitment. Slow down and enjoy the journey. Slowing down does not mean giving up; rather, it means practicing with greater mindfulness and intention. Focus on precision and grace…
Mindset
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Finding Your People
Why did you choose the facility where you train as a martial artist? You may have initially joined because you heard it was a great place with exceptional instruction. But I’m willing to bet that you stayed because of the people. After all, if you hated training with the other…