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The Old Ways of New Masters: Interview with Michael Bacon
My interview with Michael Bacon is a perfect example of what The Old Ways of New Masters series is all about. A godan (5th degree black belt) in Shohei-Ryu Karate, Michael has been training steadily since childhood. After joining Ed … Continue reading
The Old Ways of New Masters: Interview with Ross Enamait
The second installment of The Old Ways of New Masters may seem to turn off course a little bit. Here is an interview with pro boxing coach and fitness pioneer Ross Enamait. While Ross is focused on the sport aspects … Continue reading
Posted in Interviews
Tagged boxing, Boxing training, Bruce Lee, martial arts, Marvelous Marvin Hagler, Ross Enamait, rosstraining, Thomas Hearns
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The Old Ways of New Masters: Interview with Matthew Apsokardu
As promised, here is our first interview in a series about those who’ve grown up with the martial arts in America. Matthew Apsokardu is a writer and martial artist who hosts the Ikigai Way blog and has always been supportive of this … Continue reading
Posted in Affiliates, Interviews, Karate
Tagged ikigaiway, jody paul, Matthew Apsokardu, okinawan kenpo
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The Old Ways of New Masters
Once upon a time, before taking up teaching karate and starting a family, I began a book proposal about martial arts and their effects on the lives of Americans. The working title was The Old Ways of New Masters, and I decided to focus on people … Continue reading
Posted in Interviews, Karate
Tagged karate, martial arts, Ultimate Fighting Championship, United States
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The Way of the Fight by Georges St. Pierre: A Book Review
You’d think a champion in mixed martial arts would have some difficulty reflecting on his success and that he’d be reluctant to share his secrets. The demanding training schedule, the blows to the head, and his training camp’s requirements for … Continue reading
MMA Combine: The Future of the Sport?
I’m going to scoop this story over ALar. It’s been a while since I’ve written about MMA, so here goes nothing! – Bill __________ There’s been a lot of press about the first ever UFC Combine to be held at … Continue reading
Posted in MMA, Polls
Tagged combine, Mixed martial arts, mma draft, Phil Davis, Royce Gracie, UFC, Ultimate Fighting Championship, uriah faber
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Nootropics for Martial Artists
Here’s a cross post from sister (father?) site JackedDad.com about nootropics. Also known as smart drugs, these naturally derived and synthetic substances to help to improve memory and focus for many people.
How Moving Meditation Can Help You in the Martial Arts
We’ve had a beautiful stretch of weather in New England this week after a long, snowy winter. That’s why I couldn’t help but hold my karate classes at Gracie Farmington Valley outside! The kids loved getting to run around and … Continue reading
Posted in Commentary, Instruction
Tagged form, Kata, martial arts, sparring, tai chi
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Karate Poem
Here’s a neat multimedia poem created by Jesse Enkamp of KarateByJesse. I think a lot of us can relate. Why not take a minute to check it out? It will remind you about the things we love most about training … Continue reading
Posted in Commentary, Entertainment, Inspirational, Jiu-jitsu, Karate, MMA
Tagged jesse enkamp, karate, martial arts, poetry
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Moai Martial Arts 
How a Jedi Stays Safe on the Subway
I recently saw a few clips on the news and the Internet that really grind my gears. This guy is oblivious . . . and this guy is just plain silly! I don’t mean to mock the victims of these … Continue reading →