Cardio kickboxing is a popular form of exercise, but is it an effective form of self-defense? While some may think cardio kickboxing is just a dance class with puffy gloves, I say it deserves a little more respect. Let me know if you agree! You can watch the video below or scroll down for the…
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#111: How to Make Martial Arts Techniques Work [Video + Podcast]
Welcome to Episode #111 of the Fight for a Happy Life podcast, “How to Make Martial Arts Techniques Work.” You see a move. You learn a move. You try a move… …but it doesn’t work! ARGH! So frustrating. The truth is, sooner or later, we all hit a wall in our training. We all get…
#84: Jesse Enkamp Interview [Video + Podcast]
Welcome to Episode #84 of the Fight for a Happy Life podcast with special guest, Sensei Jesse Enkamp, founder of KarateByJesse.com. You already know Jesse… and you probably LOVE him! Jesse Enkamp was born into Karate family and has devoted his entire life to developing and spreading that legacy far and wide. Student, teacher, blogging…
How BJJ Improved My Stand-Up Fighting in Kung Fu
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu is famous for teaching effective self-defense on the ground, but is it possible that BJJ can also improve your stand-up fighting skills? YES! At least it sure helped me! Of course, martial artists love arguing about one style being better than another, but the way I see it— Each style gives you…
#76: Chris Hanson Interview [Video + Podcast]
Welcome to Episode #76 of the Fight for a Happy Life podcast with special guest, Chris Hanson. Chris Hanson is a school teacher, father, lifelong martial artist, founder of Karate Unity… and a really nice guy! As you’ll hear, Chris is on a mission to bring the martial arts community together by training with as…
TMA vs. MMA: The Great Martial Arts Debate
TMA vs. MMA… let’s settle the war of words between Traditional Martial Arts and Mixed Martial Arts once and for all! 🙂 (If the video doesn’t play below, click on this YouTube link!) TMA vs. MMA TRANSCRIPT Hey. Ando here from Happy Life Martial Arts. Traditional Martial Arts and Mixed Martial Arts. The trash talking…
#72: Are You Ready to Fight? [Video + Podcast]
Welcome to Episode #72 of the Fight for a Happy Life podcast, “Are You Ready to Fight?” No, seriously… are you? If some maniac suddenly jumped on you RIGHT NOW, are you prepared to fight back? Are your muscles tight? Will your clothes hold you back? Can you flip your mindset from calm to aggressive…