Written by Sensei Mitch on January 12, 2022
The Importance of Breathing…
Articles of Interest . Fitness . Karate . Technique . Training notesBreath for Life How much do you know about breathing? You do it every moment of every day. You’ve done it since you were born. We all know that we must breath in order to live. It is so necessary we do not even need to think about breathing for it to occur. Think of
Written by Sensei Mitch on January 10, 2022
KATA: What is it?
Styles . Technique . Training notesBy Sensei Mitch Kata is a formal karate exercise. The sequence of movements of a Kata consist of logical combinations of the three fundamental movements (blocks, hand strikes and kicks). The Kata represents an imaginary battle with invisible foes. Katas are designed to help the student perfect their techniques while strengthening their timing, coordination and
Written by Sensei Mitch on January 8, 2022
Types of Training
Fitness . Training notesBy Sensei Mitch This article covers three types of training and exercise: Aerobic Exercise Anaerobic Cross Training 1. Aerobic Aerobic exercises are good for building endurance. As this would suggest aerobic exercises are long in duration with the focus on a stead pace. This steady pace burns your muscle energy at a slower rate because
Written by Sensei Mitch on January 6, 2022
Why Learn Karate?
Articles of Interest . Karate . Training notes7 Reasons Everyone Should Practice Karate By Sensei Mitch There are a million ways to answer this question. And it is a question that gets asked a lot! When people (young and old) think of karate or more generally the martial arts they picture a violent sport filled with conflict and aggression. Nothing could be
Written by Sensei Mitch on January 1, 2022
Make the Time to Train!
Events & Holidays . Fitness . Training notesWe all have the best of intentions when it comes to New Years resolutions, attempts to get in shape, diet, learn something new or just improve ourselves. Unfortunately we are creatures of habit and if you have never made a habit of following through you are in for a rough road that will most likely
Written by Sensei Mitch on December 28, 2021
The Meaning of the Blue Belt (5th Kyu)
Karate . Training notesBlue is vast and pure, deep and clouded. The blue belt holds a dual meaning, this duality is intentional. First, the Blue Belt represents our physical abilities. Symbolic of the sky, the Blue belt serves as a reminder of the vastness for which we reach. As we grow, we reach towards the heavens feeling they
Written by Sensei Mitch on December 23, 2021
10 Rules
State of Mind . Training notesWith great power comes great responsibility and hopefully a good dose of common-sense! I thought these were worth sharing during this Christmas Season. I shall never invite trouble through uncalled for looks, remarks, or actions. I shall make every effort to smile and talk, and not fight my way out of trivial situations. I shall
Written by ktadmin on December 22, 2021
Breathing
Training notesAnyone that has been a student of mine knows my favorite word and technique, breathing! This skill is so often ignored or neglected. Students often do not see the value and cheat, sometime instructors do not understand of convey the importance. The following two quotes cover the essence of my teaching. “In the traditional Japanese
Written by Sensei Mitch on April 6, 2021
Sure Footing
Self-Defense . Technique . Training notesUnderstanding Body Mechanics is a powerful thing. Want to Impress Your Friends? Next time you are at a party, try this trick: Have a person hold one arm straight out to the side, palm down, and instruct him to maintain this position. Then place two fingers on his wrist and push down. They will resist
Written by Sensei Mitch on March 27, 2014
Women Only?!… Not Cool!
Fitness . Training notesI came across some new footwear from Nike, the Nike Studio Wrap. See for yourself: I know! Perfect for martial arts training, in the sometime less then dirt free Dojo Floor! Practical, has a cover you can wear on your way home. I can do without the other accessories however they could be turned into
