Whether you’re a new or seasoned mum, training martial arts is the perfect activity. You’ll relieve stress, gain confidence, improve your physical conditioning, and learn how to defend yourself and your family. Here’s why it…
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Here are some of the key concepts and ideas from sports psychology and martial arts mental training. These can be applied to athletics, business, and other day-to-day situations. Determination- this represents the strength of your…
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“It’s impossible to overemphasise how important a sense of confidence and belief in yourself is…. If they lack confidence and belief in themselves, it’s a real impediment to them realising their potential.” James Strong –…
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Who hasn’t asked this at one time or another? On vacation last week I overheard a friend saying just those words as she talked about her failed attempt at surfing. Thinking that the fact that…
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It’s true, stress can make you fat. The hormone responsible for this is called cortisol. This hormone is always present in your body and your body produces it at higher levels when it’s under stress….
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Martial arts offer a very valuable expedition of self-discovery. Different phases can be found within this journey from beginner to black belt and beyond. At each phase there are different challenges and obstacles. This article…
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Martial Arts schools around the world advocate a viewpoint of self-enhancement as well as a predicted standard of technical skill. Analysing closely, it is the values rather than the technical skill that should inspire every…
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Most of the people who venture into Martial Arts systems and styles claim that their system delivers realistic self-defense techniques. The advent of mixed martial arts as a fighting system has led to debate on…
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A virtue and principle of life, patience is a commitment and the sacrifice of the fulfillment of our immediate desires or needs. Patience reflects a calm and settled spirit. Patience is an acceptance of the…
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The kids today have all seen the battle cries, flying kicks, and mighty chops of their favorite TV characters, as they beat the bad guys – but, you may ask, how on earth can these…
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