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Deep Practice for Martial Arts: How to Unlock Mastery Step by Step

An illustration of a brain with interconnected neurons, overlaid with silhouettes of martial artists practicing various techniques, symbolizing the connection between mental focus and physical skill development.

There’s a big difference between just training or practicing something and deep focused practice. Putting in hours on the mat throwing kicks and punches is one thing, but deep practice is about how you engage with every repetition, how you pay attention to ...

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The Art of the Fold: Mindfulness in Martial Arts

"Folding Your Uniform" My Sensei was quite traditional and very particular about how things should be done and passed on in martial arts. One of the first things I learned on my very first day of training was how to fold my uniform, ...

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The Myth of the Duel

After a sparring session at the studio one night, my students and I were discussing the idea of the lessons you can learn when sparring with individuals outside of your own school and/or system. Stepping out of your comfort zone and sparring with ...

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Bruce Lee and Sparring Gear

Did Bruce Lee Invent Sparring Armor? In 1967, at Ed Parker’s Long Beach International Karate Championship, Bruce Lee made his second appearance (his appearance was at the 1964 Internationals in Long Beach,) where he showcased more of his unique form of martial arts ...

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Days you MUST train

I don't know about you, but some days I feel out of it... tired from the day and the last thing I want to do is getting in the car and going to the dojo to train for a couple of hours. ...

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