The Powerful Impact of Dojo Kun
Dive into the essence of Dojo Kun and learn how its teachings can empower you both in the dojo and beyond.
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Biomechanics of the Judo Throw
Dive into the biomechanics of judo throws! Enhance your skills and understanding of movement dynamics to elevate your judo game to the next level.
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New Year New You
If you want a resolution that actually covers multiple bases, martial arts is hard to beat. It’s fitness, stress relief, and confidence practice in one class, without you having to stare at a treadmill like it owes you money.
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Fight Like a Physicist: A Female Martial Artist’s Honest Review
Explore my candid review of “Fight Like a Physicist” by Jason Thalken. A must-read for martial artists looking to blend science with effective techniques!
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The Ultimate Choice in Martial Arts
The ultimate martial arts journey awaits! Choose to give up, give in or give it your all. Dive in and discover your true strength and resilience!
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The Most Overlooked Self Defence Principle
Discover how idolizing others can undermine your self defence. Learn to build your confidence and assertiveness for a stronger, more resilient you.
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Using Body Alignment for Efficient Judo
Discover how body alignment can enhance your judo techniques. Improve your efficiency and performance on the mat with expert tips and insights.
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The Battle Within Every Martial Artist
Before the first punch is thrown, the real fight has already started. Not with the person across from you, but with the voice in your own head. The enemy within whispers things like, “You are not ready,” or “Do not make a mistake,” long before the round begins. Picture this. A skilled fighter walks into…
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Palm Strikes Vs Closed Fists
Striking does not start with the hand, it starts with the floor. This guide compares the biomechanics of palm strikes vs closed fists, the best targets for each, injury risks and simple drills that build power and control. You will learn when to pick a palm strike over a punch, how to protect your hands,…
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Periodisation for a Karate Black Belt Test
You have months of training behind you, but the black belt test is long, brutal and exact. Want a plan that builds skill, avoids burnout and boosts confidence on command? Use periodisation for a black belt test. You will map a 6 month path, from base work to test simulations, so you peak on the…
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Mastering the Art of Impact
Every striker knows the rush when a clean shot lands. The motto is simple: hit fast, hit hard, hit with accuracy, but most of all hit with intent. These four pillars stack like gears. Speed creates openings, power makes them count, accuracy turns taps into damage and intent ties everything to a clear purpose. You…
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What Hikite Means in Karate
The pulling hand explained in plain words Hikite means the non-striking hand pulls straight back to your ribs or hip while the other hand punches or blocks. Keep your elbow close, track the hand along your side and finish tight near the body. The wrist stays straight, the fist turns palm up or neutral and…
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Stance Training That Saves Your Knees
Want powerful karate without sore knees the next day? You can have both. With a few smart cues and steady practice, you can build strong, stable stances that hit hard and feel good. Many students struggle with knee cave, twisted hips or dropping too deep too soon. This guide gives you step by step setups,…
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Convert Karate Kata to Pad Work
Turn your kata into live pad drills that build sharp form, real power and clean timing. If you practice kata, you already have a library of moves. The goal here is to take that pattern and hit real targets with it. Kata means a set pattern. Padwork means you hit targets your partner holds. Together…
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From White Belt to Coach
Do you remember your first gi, the way it felt stiff and hopeful at the same time. The nerves of that first class, your first sweep or the first time a coach said, “Nice work.” Fast forward. You have stripes or a higher belt, but some days training feels flat or scattered. Here is the…
