Author: Ando Mierzwa

Ando Mierzwa is a martial arts teacher living in Los Angeles, CA.

#63: True Confidence [Podcast]

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Welcome to Episode #63 of the Fight for a Happy Life podcast, “True Confidence.” The secret to building confidence really isn’t a secret at all. The roots of confidence will always be preparation and experience. But… is that it? Is it possible to reach an even deeper level of faith in your capabilities… a level…

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How to Stop Brain Damage in the Martial Arts

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Worried about brain damage? You should be! Conversations about CTE and secondary impact syndrome are common nowadays, whether you’re talking about football, youth soccer, or martial arts. So, before you head off to your next martial arts class, let me share my thoughts and advice to help you protect yourself from brain injuries. Train smart,…

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#62: Stephan Kesting Interview [Podcast]

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Welcome to Episode #62 of the Fight for a Happy Life podcast. In this episode, I had the privilege of chatting with Stephan Kesting, founder of: Grapplearts.com Self-Defense Tutorials.com and The Strenuous Life Podcast You may also recognize Stephan from some videos we’ve made together. How to Escape a Rear Naked Choke How to Take…

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How to Practice Alone in the Martial Arts

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Figuring out how to practice alone in the martial arts is a common problem. But don’t worry—I’ve got an idea for you! To make the most of your solo Check out the video below or the summary below that. How to Practice Alone in the Martial Arts You don’t belong to a martial arts club….

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