In this episode, Jeremy talks about the importance and benefits of meditation when it is practiced alongside martial arts. Meditation & Martial Arts - Episode 239 Meditation and the martial arts have often been associated with each other because of their long history together such as the monks who practice martial arts since the beginning. However, meditation has been overlooked my many martial arts practitioners because of the fast-paced world we are living in. It is neglected because of a ...
Nov 09, 2017•16 min•Ep. 239
Grand Master Mark Shuey is a martial arts practitioner from California. He is the creator of the American Cane System. I learned in martial arts, it wasn't being tough. There's a lot more to it about maturity, taking care of the family, taking care of yourself... Grand Master Mark Shuey - Episode 238 Martial arts is a path many take when they want to learn self-defense and protect yourself from aggressors. This is definitely not the path Grand Master Mark Shuey was taking when he first started m...
Nov 06, 2017•59 min•Ep. 238
In this episode, Jeremy brings you the fourth installment of the question and answer series. Question & Answer #4 - Episode 237 Jeremy answers these questions from the listeners: Why do non-martial artists think that martial arts makes people violent? Why is there so much disagreement in the martial arts? What would you do differently if you could go back in time? How do you define success?
Nov 02, 2017•18 min•Ep. 237
Sensei Mikel LaChapelle is a multi-discipline martial arts practitioner based in New Hampshire. Sensei Mikel LaChapelle - Episode 236 The Karate Kid movie has been influential to a lot of martial artists, it’s even a common reason people start martial arts.. Sensei Mikel LaChapelle is one of those, because after seeing the film, and with the help of people he met along the way, he became a truly passionate martial artist.. He's practiced different karate styles, taekwondo Hapkido and more. Sense...
Oct 30, 2017•58 min•Ep. 236
In this episode, Jeremy talks about how can you get the most out of your body through improving mobility and flexibility. Flexibility & Mobility in Martial Arts - Episode 235 Being an effective martial artist is not just about brute strength and power. It's also about flexibility and mobility. It's about having the dexterity and ability to perform the movements and activities that are exclusive to martial arts. There is no point to a lot of power if you can't be mobile and flexible enough to...
Oct 26, 2017•18 min•Ep. 235
Sensei Guillaume Erard is an Aikido practitioner and instructor from France but living and working in Japan. Sensei Guillaume Erard - Episode 234 One’s love for Japan may range to sushi and ramen or even anime but Sensei Guillaume Erard is a bit different. His deep affection for Japanese culture was so strong that he decided to live and work there. Sensei Erard started his martial arts path with Judo during his childhood years and eventually transitioned to Aikido. Having said that, Sensei Erard...
Oct 23, 2017•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 234
In this episode, Jeremy talks about how you may improve your forms in the martial arts for competition or even if you just love forms. Understanding the Space Between Movements in Forms - Episode 233 A lot of us martial artist especially those who are starting, may look at forms as something that is memorized and taken step by step to be able to achieve perfection. Most of the time, this isn't the case because great martial artists do not just memorize the forms, they know it by heart and they g...
Oct 19, 2017•13 min•Ep. 233
Professor Melody Shuman is a world champion martial arts practitioner, coach and instructor from the state of Louisiana. She was also a Disney employee and founder of the Little Ninjas program that so many of us know. I believe that competition is really how you measure yourself. Win, lose or draw, you become a better version of yourself because of the energy and effort it takes to compete... Professor Melody Shuman - Episode 232 Size is considered an advantage in most sports including martial a...
Oct 16, 2017•53 min•Ep. 232
In this episode, Jeremy talks about how people can make self-defense a non-violent and non-injurious practice. The Need for Self Defense Strategies that Don't Injure Others - Episode 231 Most of us plan to incapacitate an attacker when they intend to hurt us, which is how most instructors taught us self-defense. It has become a standard that we hurt our attacker if the situation arises. But, what if we could actually defend ourselves without being violent? Some of you may think it's a crazy idea...
Oct 12, 2017•13 min•Ep. 231
Sensei Sascha Raeburn is a Taekwondo practitioner and an award-winning actress who hails from Australia. Sensei Sascha Raeburn - Episode 230 From childhood dreams to living that dream. Sensei Sascha Raeburn has imagined herself a martial artist since she was a child, playing her favorite video games and imitating the characters in them. From that point, Sensei Raeburn knew that she was going to make it. As a taekwondo practitioner, she uses her art not only in training, but also in her career as...
Oct 09, 2017•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 230
In this episode, Jeremy talks about why people struggle with sustaining long-term goals and what we should do about it. Why People Struggle with Unending Pursuits Like Martial Arts - Episode 229 Many of us are eager to start something that would benefit ourselves like a nutrition program. We want to be healthy and all that but how many of us actually go a long way through the program? In martial arts, practitioners seem to be fixated on the goal of getting that black belt and then they're done. ...
Oct 05, 2017•11 min•Ep. 229
Sensei Hal Pierce is a martial arts practitioner and instructor from Maine. He trains and teaches multiple martial arts disciplines including karate and judo. Sensei Hal Pierce - Episode 228 Many martial artists start their journey after seeing an impressive display on television or in a movie. Sensei Hal Pierce is no different. Martial arts movies were his gateway into training, and he’s still bringing that passionate attitude to the arts years later. Today he practices multiple martial arts di...
Oct 02, 2017•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 228
In this episode, Jeremy talks about respect at martial arts events. As the cliché goes, when in Rome, do as the Romans do. When in Rome - Episode 227 Arrogance and pride may get in our head sometimes, leading us to look down on people around us or what they're doing. When we’re invited to a friend’s house, we must definitely follow the rules set before us. The same goes for martial arts events. We are invited because there is a certain level of respect that is given to us and it must be reciproc...
Sep 28, 2017•9 min•Ep. 227
Kyoshi Brent Crisci is a karate practitioner and teacher from Maine. He is the founder of United Martial Art Academies. To me, that's what sport karate does. It builds that type of integrity and it build that kind of pride. Kyoshi Brent Crisci - Episode 226 In this episode, we talk with Kyoshi Brent Crisci who is also known as “Kicks” in the martial arts world. A very seasoned martial arts practitioner and instructor, he worked with some of the greats in the martial arts during his younger years...
Sep 25, 2017•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 226
This episode is a rebroadcast of Episode 51 of Fight for a Happy Life with Sensei Ando Mierzwa where he interviewed Jeremy about more of his personal side and of course, how to fight for a happy life!
Sep 21, 2017•52 min•Ep. 225
Grand Master James Faralli is a Hapkido instructor and the force behind the American Hapkido Alliance. Grand Master James Faralli - Episode 224 I have an addictive personality, which translates as whatever happens to be that I am into, I have to be a hundred and ten percent... Most people struggle to move forward in life when they start out under unfortunate circumstances. Some even perpetuate the troubles that held them back. Today’s guest, Grand Master James Faralli, is not one of those people...
Sep 18, 2017•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 224
Sep 14, 2017•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 223
Mr. Julio Fernandez is an accomplished Brazilian Jiu Jitsu practitioner who hails from Brazil, now living in Vermont, USA. Mr. Julio Foca Fernandez - Episode 222 Sometimes, our love for another career or sport can bring us to martial arts. This is true for Mr. Julio Fernandez who was a pro surfer prior to his commitment to the art of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. He has called only one man his instructor, a man with a very recognizable name. Mr. Fernandez is a true multi-talented martial artist who has g...
Sep 11, 2017•40 min•Ep. 222
In this episode, Jeremy talks with Jan-Eric Wargelin from Helsinki, Finland. He is the founder of KickAI and a Taekwondo practitioner. KickAI - Interview with Founder Jan-Eric Wargelin - Episode 221 KickAi is an app-based hardware product for martial artists that helps in improving kicks. It allows you to record and analyze data of your training. Listen to Jeremy as he talks with Mr. Jan-Eric Wargelin about this innovative product, for us, Martial Artists! While we're excited for Kick.AI, please...
Sep 07, 2017•33 min•Ep. 221
Mr. Scott Bolon is a regular listener of the show and he is currently training in several martial arts disciplines. Mr. Scott Bolon - Episode 220 ...Martial arts is a grind, its about repetitions. Its about creating that natural automatic movement and so you can't burn out... Training with four different martial arts disciplines at the same time is not a simple feat. Our guest for today, Mr. Scott Bolon, is definitely a person on a mission to prove that failure is not a reason to quit but a fuel...
Sep 04, 2017•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 220
In this episode, Jeremy talks about how whistlekick Sparring Gear and Apparel came into life. How whistlekick Gear was Born - Episode 219 Some of you listeners might be dying to know the whole story about how whistlekick Sparring Gear and Apparel become the go to gear that we love today. Well, this is your lucky day. Jeremy talks about the idea, the plan, and the product. Yes, from start to finish. You will know about the toughest as well as the happiest part of the journey in creating whistleki...
Aug 31, 2017•19 min•Ep. 219
Sifu Rick Wong is a martial artist and physical therapist raised in New York and now living in Massachusetts. Sifu Rick Wong - Episode 218 One’s affinity for martial arts may come from their heritage. That is definitely the case for Sifu Rick Wong who fell in love with martial arts as soon as he saw Kung fu movies. Kung fu has taught him to be resilient with challenges, and to keep quitting off his list of options. Sifu Wong has trained with some of the pillars of Chinese martial arts, including...
Aug 28, 2017•53 min•Ep. 218
In this episode, Jeremy talks about some of the things that make martial artists look bad for other people and martial arts itself. Top 5 Things Wrong with Martial Artists - Episode 217 We are not perfect. That is true for everyone of us whether be martial artist or not because it is simply how we are as people. We have mistakes that we commit and wrongs that we do. As martial artists, we must be open to be criticized for these things so that we have a bigger room for improving both our art and ...
Aug 24, 2017•15 min•Ep. 217
Shihan Chris Casamassa is a martial artist, school owner, and actor best known for his role as Scorpion in the Mortal Kombat films. Shihan Chris Casamassa - Episode 216 ...After that you know martial arts, what I found is it's one of those things that if you don't use it, you'll lose it... Shihan Chris Casamassa as Scorpion[/caption] Nearly everyone loves movies, and for the majority of our listeners - and guests- martial arts movies are an opportunity to see the pursuit we're so passionate abou...
Aug 21, 2017•50 min•Ep. 216
In this episode, Jeremy talks about the importance of taking a break from your martial arts training. Taking a Break from Martial Arts – Episode 215 Let us admit, we need to take a break sometimes from all the stuffs that we do like work, school and all other things that keep us busy. We can say the same about our martial arts training. Taking a break from the physicality of the art can give you a new sense of direction and make you feel refreshed. It can help us reflect on the right things so w...
Aug 17, 2017•18 min•Ep. 215
Grandmaster David Oliver - Episode 214 ...You trained a lot longer, you got more experience in life than they are. And mainly, to be honest with them and not to try and make out that you're someone you're not. There are times in life where success doesn't seem possible. At a listener's suggestion, I reached out to GM David Oliver and invited him to come on the show. He accepted, but the hurdles we jumped through to make this episode happen were unlike anything I've experienced in the history of ...
Aug 14, 2017•38 min•Ep. 214
In this episode, Jeremy talks about how humor and laughter can make martial arts both interesting and fun at the same time. Martial Arts Humor - Episode 213 Most people, especially those who are unfamiliar, look at martial arts as serious and physically challenging. In reality, it's actually very funny. From the names of the moves to teachers who use humor and even Chuck Norris "facts." If you can't laugh at yourself, who can you laugh at? This episode is all about the lighter side of what we do...
Aug 10, 2017•11 min•Ep. 213
Sifu Jean Lukitsh is a Chinese martial arts practitioner from Boston with connections to some very famous martial artists. Sifu Jean Lukitsh - Episode 212 "I just saw a miracle, she held that woman up all by herself!" and I said, that wasn't a miracle, that was Kung Fu. They all laughed but its true. It was from a recent conversation with an upcoming guest that I learned about Sifu Jean Lukitsh. After exchanging a few emails I knew this would be one incredible interview. As the photos arrived fe...
Aug 07, 2017•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 212
In this episode, Jeremy talks about a number of ways you can improve your martial arts events. Improving Martial Arts Events - Episode 211 Are you thinking about organizing an event for your martial arts school? Maybe, you are in the planning stage of your first event or already preparing for another one. Well, this episode is for you. Jeremy breaks down some of the important details of organizing a martial arts event including how to make their attendance worth their time and money. In the fast...
Aug 03, 2017•12 min•Ep. 211
Mr. John Stork is not your typical martial artist. Aside from training with two of the show’s wonderful guests, he is a talented circus and street performer with a solid foundation in martial arts. John’s love for the arts was drawn from his fascination in movies and television, just like many of us. An accomplished individual with great experiences, he shares his stories and aspirations here on the show. We've mentioned our sparring gear on the show a fair amount - because it's our bread and bu...
Jul 31, 2017•54 min•Ep. 210
