Teaching advanced students can be a challenge, especially at a martial arts seminar or when you visit another school. You only have a limited amount of time to work with, and you're unlikely to have additional time to follow up. Teaching at a Martial Arts Seminar - Episode 179 Many martial artists enjoy passing on the things they've learned. It's fairly easy to teach things to your own students - you get to work with them week after week and make sure they progress. You guide them through the co...
Apr 13, 2017•16 min•Ep. 179
Sensei Jeremy Bays is a taekwondo practitioner with a diverse extracurricular background, an excellent sense of humor and a passion for archery. Sensei Jeremy Bays - Episode 178 A belt was something to hold up your pants or tie your gi together. It wasn't really a big of a deal for me so I was a white belt for five, six, seven years. It's common to find a strong sense of humor among martial artists, especially those that teach. After all, what we've chosen to do for our recreation - and for some...
Apr 10, 2017•42 min•Ep. 178
You don't have to spend much time in the martial arts to see that we have a shadowy side. The infighting and tearing down of those that aren't that different from the rest holds the martial arts back. A Little Bit of Martial Arts Unity - Episode 177 On today's episode, we tackle a subject close to Jeremy's heart - building unity in the martial arts. This episode covers Where we could improve our mutual support as an industry. The harm that our current mindset has on us. Examples of other industr...
Apr 06, 2017•23 min•Ep. 177
Mr. John Hackleman is a Kajukenbo aka Hawaiian Kempo practitioner. He's also the founder of the training center The Pit and respected MMA coach to well-known fighters including Chuck Liddell. Mr. John Hackleman - Episode 176 Kids in Hawaii can fight. The way I was treated in my High School, I was treated like the star quarterback for the football team because I was a martial artist fighter, I was a golden glove boxer. The teachers, the principal, the administration... You don't have to go far in...
Apr 03, 2017•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 176
The practice of martial arts forms can be a controversial topic. Whether you call them kata, poomsae (poomse), tul, patterns, routines, sequences, forms or something else, they're important to your development as a martial artist. Here are our top 10 reasons why they should be part of every martial artist's training. The Top 10 Reasons to Practice Forms - Episode 175 On today's episode of Martial Arts Radio we discuss the top ten reasons for practicing forms. Here's the outline: Forms have been ...
Mar 30, 2017•16 min•Ep. 175
Sensei Jesse Enkamp is the host of Karate by Jesse and a self-proclaimed Karate nerd. Sensei Jesse Enkamp - Episode 174 Generations of masters have come before us, and to not use their collective knowledge to improve our current understanding and practice of karate would be foolish in my opinion. If you spend any time on social media looking at martial arts content, you'll know today's guest. Sensei Jesse Enkamp is the mind behind all of the wonderful material coming out of Karate by Jesse, and ...
Mar 27, 2017•51 min•Ep. 174
On today's episode, we discuss how martial arts belts are a contradiction - we respect them and hold them as important, yet our treatment of them varies between schools and even within a school
Mar 23, 2017•10 min•Ep. 173
Coach Greg Amundson is a practitioner of Aikido, Krav Maga & Jujitsu as well as a CrossFit athlete & coach, and author. Coach Greg Amundson - Episode 172 "Being busy means we're at the mercy of other people. And being busy means that we're reactive. And being reactive is not the path of a warrior." Coach Greg Amundson's professional resume reads like a modern day James Bond - CrossFit athlete, author, law enforcement, DEA special agent, fitness coach, business owner. That's not even the ...
Mar 20, 2017•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 172
Coach Daniel Wu is an actor, director and former Wushu competitor best known for his role as Sunny in AMC's Martial Arts show, Into the Badlands. Coach Daniel Wu - Episode 171 "Fighting against somebody and you're backed into the corner it's up to you to figure out how to get out of there. You can give up, you can get knocked out, or you can fight your way back out. And, eventually, you figure out how to fight your way back out, and you learn from that. That is a direct correlation to life in ge...
Mar 16, 2017•34 min•Ep. 171
Miss Emily Beecham plays Minerva (aka The Widow) on the AMC Martial Arts show, Into The Badlands. Miss Emily Beecham – Episode 170 I was blessed to have AMC approach us and inquire about interviews for both Miss Emily Beecham and Mr. Daniel Wu. Of course, we said yes, and did what we could to make schedules work (which, as you might imagine, was a bit difficult due to their extensive commitments.) It was an honor to speak with Miss Beecham, and we get some good insight into her character, Minerv...
Mar 16, 2017•19 min•Ep. 170
Sensei Damion Lupo is a long-time Aikido practitioner, author and the founder of Yokido, a fusion of Yoga and Aikido. Sensei Damion Lupo - Episode 169 "If I'm in on something, you better look out, because I'm going all the way to wherever it is." It's funny how things happen, sometimes. I was practicing some self-defense with a friend a couple months back and we got to talking about Yoga. Our conversation steered towards the similarities between martial arts and yoga, and the synergy that existe...
Mar 13, 2017•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 169
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Mar 09, 2017•13 min•Ep. 168
Sempai Alysa Giudici - Episode 167 Remember to always be a role model. To always just be humble and work hard no matter if anyone's watching or not. It was from a news article online that I first discovered Sempai Alysa Giudici. We've had some younger martial artists on the show, and she certainly fits that profile. Every one of them has a common thread, though - their dedication to martial arts far surpasses their years. Sempai Giudici showed a maturity in the news article that inspired me to r...
Mar 06, 2017•41 min•Ep. 167
Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon is a martial arts movie release in 2000. The film has had a strong cultural impact on martial arts in the US. Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon Movie - Episode 166 Starring Michelle Yeoh , Chow Yun Fat, Ziyi Zhang In this episode you'll learn about: What is Jet Li 's connection to the movie? What language issues led them to dub the movie in some areas? What unexpected person edited the subtitles? Who did the stunts? What book series does it come from? What famed direc...
Mar 02, 2017•13 min•Ep. 166
Mr. Andrew Freund is a sumo practitioner and the promoter of the US Sumo Open with a background in kendo, tai chi & aikido. Mr. Andrew Freund - Episode 165 "And when I reflect back on it, if someone had done something only for business, they might get great results, but there would probably be something lacking in terms of integrity, the authenticity and the passion." It hit me one day that there's a martial art we never talk about in traditional circles. It's rarely in media and yet, it see...
Feb 27, 2017•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 165
We bring back two past guests that are passionate about martial arts competition - Master Huzon Alexander and Mr. Richard Osborn. We chat about what we're doing wrong - and right - in the current competitive landscape. Conversations on Martial Arts Competition - Episode 164 On today's episode we discuss the following subjects and more: What is the landscape of martial arts competition today? What elements of martial arts competitions are we getting right? Where could we improve with competitive ...
Feb 23, 2017•58 min•Ep. 164
Sensei Ando Mierzwa is a longtime martial arts practitioner and the host of the Fight for a Happy Life podcast. Sensei Ando Mierzwa - Episode 163 "If your tricks aren't working, you better find new tricks." My first experience with Sensei Ando was sort of a strange one, at least, not one you might expect. In an effort to promote martial arts podcast overall, we put together a post we titled " Best Martial Arts Podcasts ." It's no secret that we're not the only martial arts podcast, and I honestl...
Feb 20, 2017•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 163
25 Drills to Improve Your Martial Arts Forms - Kata, Poomsae, Tul, Patterns, Routines... etc Martial Arts Forms Drills - Episode 162 On today's episode, we tackle 25 different ways you can improve your martial arts forms. See the list below, but listen to the episode for explanations, notes, and a few tangents. Practice performing your martial arts forms... With your eyes closed Facing different directions Backwards Mirrored (Left becomes right) Both mirrored & backward For the rest of the l...
Feb 16, 2017•24 min•Ep. 162
Mr. Randy Moy is a practitioner of Chinese martial arts from Massachusetts, with a beginning in Wing Chun and current training in Tai Chi. Mr. Randy Moy - Episode 161 Martial arts is a life practice. That doesn't mean you practice for the rest of your life, but I think what makes things powerful with me is that it's really incorporated into my life. Today's guest is a thoughtful martial artist. Mr. Randy Moy struck me from the outset as a very contemplative person and someone with a lot to share...
Feb 13, 2017•48 min•Ep. 161
In this episode, we explore real-world strategies for continuing martial arts training as your body ages. Tips and mindset advice for the older martial artists, or those that hope to be. Martial Arts Training As You Age - Episode 160 Sleep Smarter Book Episode 77 - Martial Arts Recovery & Rehab...
Feb 09, 2017•19 min•Ep. 160
Mr. Jon Call is better known by his online handle Jujimufu. With deep roots in traditional martial arts, he's gone on to fame for his tricking, strength, flexibility, and general athleticism. Mr. Jon Call aka Jujimufu - Episode 159 I can still get stronger, I can still build more muscle, I can still learn new moves. I'm still 31, I've got more years in me before I see a slower decline. I first learned of today's guest through an online video someone shared. I was stunned at his strength and flex...
Feb 06, 2017•56 min•Ep. 159
In this episode, we explore why resistance training is so beneficial in martial arts, how to get started, equipment to consider and what to watch for so you can get the most out of the time while reducing your risk for injury. Resistance Training for Martial Arts - Episode 158 Topics from today's episode: What is resistance training? Benefits of resistance training for martial artists. Places resistance training shows up in martial arts Why martial artists need more physical conditioning. How of...
Feb 02, 2017•27 min•Ep. 158
Sensei Roberto Davila is an Arnis & Jujitsu practitioner from Massachusetts, born in Puerto Rico. Sensei Roberto Davila - Episode 157 I don't think the guy on the street is going to care if I have injuries or not, so I have to find new ways, as I'm slowing down, you know , to make it more simple and very effective. I had heard stories of today's guest months before I had spoken with him. Months, even, before a listener to the show suggested him and introduced us. The martial arts world can b...
Jan 30, 2017•1 hr•Ep. 157
On today's episode, we tackle the importance of having an instructor, no matter what your rank and experience. Everyone Needs a Teacher - Episode 156 On today's episode, we discuss why it's so critical that every martial artist has someone to learn from - at least one person. Jeremy riffs without a transcript on this installment of the show, talking about some of his varied training experiences and encouraging listeners to take responsibility for their training, even if that makes difficult deci...
Jan 26, 2017•16 min•Ep. 156
Mr. Charles Murdock is a Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA) practitioner with roots in Aikido and Karate. Mr. Charles Murdock - Episode 155 "You know, he always had this idea of these three legs on a stool. You had your work life, you had your family life and you had your training life. And that when something was going off in one of them you could always lean on the other two." The more time I spend with this show, and meeting martial artists - in person and virtually - the more I realize ...
Jan 23, 2017•57 min•Ep. 155
On today's episode, we tackle why repetition of forms is important, how all martial artists could improve with a single focus, ways to improve your sparring and how to self-train with weapons. Question & Answer #2 - Episode 154 In this episode we handle these four questions: If the newer martial arts forms a student learns contain more complex and advanced movements and sequences, why continue to work on the old ones? What is one thing could all martial artists improve? I find sparring overw...
Jan 19, 2017•21 min•Ep. 154
Miss Elise Lenahan is a taekwondo black belt as well as a black belt in the Marine Corp Martial Arts Program (MCMAP). Miss Elise Lenahan - Episode 153 Martial arts isn't just about your form or anything like that, it's about your mentality towards it. If you don't come into it with an open mind, I think sometimes it's really difficult to work with other people, because you're like, you're not supposed to do it that way you're supposed to do it this way. But, sometimes you didn't see that this ot...
Jan 16, 2017•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 153
Mrs. April Pettengill, Sensei Katie Jordan and Miss Jessica Henderson return to discuss topics related to women's involvement in the martial arts world. Conversations on Women in Martial Arts: Part 2 - Episode 152 Last week's Part 1 of the two-part series on women in the martial arts was our best-ever debut for a Thursday episode. We knew there was demand for these conversations but we had no idea how much. Thank you to everyone for sharing and listening. If you haven't heard it, please check ou...
Jan 12, 2017•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 152
Soke Joe Droual is a long-time martial arts instructor from New York. His background includes karate, jiu-jitsu, Kobudo and kung fu. Soke Joe Droual - Episode 151 The master teacher is the master student, and we're always learning. And I think that that ties in with the martial arts community realizing that their whole lifetime is learning something that is very old, the traditions are showing respect and kindness to everybody and to themselves. Self-development and that is actually, that ground...
Jan 09, 2017•38 min•Ep. 151
We unpack some of the differences - and similarities - between male and female martial artists with two past guests, Renshi Lisa Magiera and Master Amanda Meltzer. Conversations on Women in Martial Arts: Part 1 - Episode 150 Over the last few months, we've had some listeners ask for more group conversations. Feedback on the Women in Martial Arts episode was very positive, and some listeners asked for more discussion, with women. We've combined those two ideas and brought back Renshi Lisa Magiera...
Jan 05, 2017•51 min•Ep. 150
