Martial artists may not agree on what makes up the best fighting stance, but I’ll bet we can all agree on the worst! In this video, I talk about the worst self-defense position that anyone—white belt or grandmaster—can find themselves falling into… whether they want to or not! But don’t worry—I also have a tip…
Tag: self-defense
Why I Quit Tae Kwon Do
My first formal martial arts training was in Tae Kwon Do. I stayed long enough to earn my first black belt… but I never wore it! Instead, I went looking for a different art. Why? I’ve received that question in a couple of emails since my interview on the Martial Thoughts Podcast with Jaredd Wilson….
3 Martial Arts Moves You Can Do Every Day
No time to train? Ridiculous! There’s always time to train. Sometimes it’s just a matter of working exercises into what you’re doing already. In that spirit, here are three martial arts moves you can do every day. The good news? They require no sweat, no equipment, and no extra time! A WORD OF CAUTION: All…
Flinching in the Face of Success
Emily has been training in the martial arts for over eight years. She’s bright, hard-working, and athletic. A couple of months ago, Emily and I got together for a private lesson to help her prepare for a second degree black belt test. After a little warm-up, I asked her to perform a kata. She demonstrated…
#31: Staring Down Success [Podcast]
Welcome to Episode #31 of the Fight for a Happy Life podcast, “Staring Down Success.” Choosing a goal is one thing. Accomplishing a goal is another. Life is full of distractions, complications, and obstacles. Some of them are out there… and some are inside of you! How many times have you flinched in the face…
How To Land More Punches In a Fight
Learning how to punch is one thing. Learning how to land punches is another. In this video, I explain how to land more punches whether you’re sparring or in a real fight. The good news is that the secret to landing more punches comes down to fixing just one bad habit… …the bad news is…
#28: Lessons from Getting Beaten Up [Podcast]
Welcome to Episode #28 of the Fight for a Happy Life podcast, “Lessons from Getting Beaten Up.” If you’re a dedicated martial artist, you know what it’s like to get battered, bruised, and beaten up. It may sound a little crazy, but that’s actually a good thing! Here’s the honest truth—some things in life can…