Pressure forces growth, and although the entirety of your existence doesn’t need to be you being beat down, there’s nothing wrong with absorbing some punishment as a means of personal development.
What BJJ Taught Me About Being Under Pressure
The Real Reason I Hate Taking Time Off From My Sport
The beneficial social aspects of exercise and sports are sometimes overlooked, and it’s time away that reminds us why we are continually motivated to show up, work hard, and get better.
Why Fighting Makes Me Happy
Success has different definitions depending on who you ask. I consider myself successful because I look forward to waking up in the morning and spending another day trying to improve as a martial artist. What makes you happy?
3 Things I’ve Learned From My Time as a Martial Arts Instructor
It’s an odd realization – but I think I may have learned more from my time as a teacher than I have from my time as a student. Here’s what I learned.
How to Use Imagery to be Confident, Focused, Prepared, and More
There is more to imagery than just imagining confidence and envisioning victory. A successful imagery practice doesn’t just happen because you close your eyes and think about your sport.