The question of how to reduce fear in sparring or a real-life fight is a common one. That’s because it’s completely natural to be afraid of getting hurt, crippled, or killed. So, how can martial artists increase their confidence not just in class, but out there in the real world? Well, I’ve got two tips…
Author: Ando Mierzwa
Ando Mierzwa is a martial arts teacher living in Los Angeles, CA.
How to Learn Martial Arts from Watching Videos
Can you really learn martial arts by watching videos? Yes, I think so! But there’s a right way to do it and a wrong way. So, here’s a quick tip to make sure you’re learning the right way! If the video doesn’t play, you’ll find a loose transcript below. Hope it helps! 🙂 How to…
#46: Think for Yourself [Podcast]
Welcome to Episode #46 of the Fight for a Happy Life podcast, “Think for Yourself.” Are you a leader or a follower? Do you go with the flow or think for yourself? Be warned—these are two very different ways to live your life. For me, only one will lead you to success in the martial…
How to Improve Balance for Martial Arts
I get a lot of questions about balance. Mostly from people having a hard time throwing high kicks. But don’t give up yet! The fact is that developing your balance is important for every martial artist, whether you throw high kicks or not. So, let me give you one simple exercise to help improve your…
Sucker Punch Self-Defense Tips
Want to know how to stop a sucker punch? Trick question! You can’t stop a sucker punch. A sucker punch is a sneak attack. A surprise. That means you won’t see it coming. Which can happen to anyone! Heck, I’ve been sucker punched, sucker grabbed, sucker shoved, and sucker choked. So, forget about stopping a…
#45: Self-Doubt in the Martial Arts [Podcast]
Welcome to Episode #45 of the Fight for a Happy Life podcast, “Self-Doubt in the Martial Arts.” Do you suck at martial arts? Do you ever feel like you’re wasting your time practicing all those fancy moves? Be warned! When it comes to success in self-defense or any part of life, doubting yourself won’t just…
Chamber Exercises for More Kicking Power and Accuracy
If you want to learn how to kick with more power and accuracy, try these simple chamber exercises. After all, if your chambers are floppy and sloppy, your kicks will be floppy and sloppy, too! Watch the video or read the summary below. Then get up and give them a try! I mean, if your…