In this episode, we look at the weapons used in the Karate Kid and Cobra Kai Shows and examine their use in a martial art studio.  In our work task, we do any manual labor type of job that does raking, hoeing, or shoveling that strengthens the hands, wrists, and shoulders, so that you can successfully have the ability to handle weapons.  Then we teach some of the basics of Kobudo Weapon use including common strikes used with some the beginning weapon classes.  Lastly, we talk about legality and when to use them in certain situations.   ..read more

In this episode, we examine the Martial Art called "Miyagi Do" this is presented in the Karate Kid Movies and further in the Cobra Kai Show.  First, we talk about how a work task can be used as a teachable moment and related to martial art movements.  Then we outline the Martial Art Style of "Miyagi Do" with the techniques, katas, and fighting maneuvers used in the movies and philosophy behind it.  Lastly, we discuss the mental training that goes along with that martial art to make you a respectful member of the community and harmony with nature around you.    ..read more

In this episode, we look at the beginning of Daniel's Martial Art Journey when Mr. Myagi talked to him about Commitment in the Karate Kid using the "grape" analogy.  We examine finishing a job for our work task and using martial arts as a system of body functioning improvement.  We talked about the importance of stretching and using the whole body in our martial art techniques.   Lastly, we talked about Full Commitment Attitude and being present both in classes and in your workouts at home.   ..read more

In this episode, we examine how Christmas is a time of Healing by playing a little bit of Enya's "Spirit of Christmas Past" and talking about the Christmas Special on Cobra Kai with Ali, Daniel and Johnny.   In our work, we look at taking the time for personal care including stretching and prayerful meditation.  Lastly, taking inventory or stock or our muscles, joints, and mental well-being including being "One with Yourself," to heal.    ..read more

In this episode, we examine the steps in getting your home or business in order by getting organized, throwing away junk, and cleaning to be more efficient.  Then we define your home base or business space as a special place in martial arts that you train.  Your Dojo or Dojahng is a "House of Discipline," a place of motivation, a place to hang out, and a place of peace.   ..read more

In this episode, we exam the 2nd half of Sun Tzu's Art of War, the lessons 6-9 which are great lessons useful in business, marketing, and martial arts.  They are not only good for martial arts, but great lessons for your whole life as well.  In our martial art practice, we talk about the concept of walking or running away as opposed to fighting.  We also talk about having good defense and a really strong offense in order to end a fight quickly as to not prolong the "warfare."  Lastly, building confidence in your abilities and earning belts is a great weapon to use against y ..read more

In this episode, we examine the work task of lifting things for your job from one place to another in order to do the job that you planned (usually three times from store to site).  In our martial art practice, we determine a list of exercises to do on a daily basis in order to increase strength and muscle endurance.   We count the sets and standardize the rep amount for easy counting to determine each day your grand total and how much you have worked out and help to set new fitness goals for yourself, even when you are busy.  This helps to achieve a Work/Life/Martial Art (Fitne ..read more

In this episode, we examine how painting both inside or outside of a house or business can be done effectively from start to finish.  Then we look at how painting can be preparation for your martial art techniques like blocking, striking, or kicking with strength and precision.   Lastly, we discuss the psychology of colors and how they play a role in our life both at home, business, and marketing.  "Color  is a Power which directly influences the Soul ..read more

In this episode, we look at the concept of Leverage in our Martial Art Training, especially concerning our Close Range Defenses when someone grabs us.  In our work task, we talk about the everyday tasks like using a wrench or hammer in a way to maximize leverage and increase power.  Also, how we lift heavy objects is very important to cleaning us safe and injury free.   In our martial art training, we look at those Close Range Defenses and how to properly apply leverage to break out of those holds.    ..read more

In this episode, we examine the concept of Spirituality in Martial Arts including defining it as being concerned with the human spirit or soul as opposed to material or physical things.  We also identified the three elements or dimensions of spiritual health.  In the martial art training, we look at "candle training" as an exercise to focus your chi or spirit into your technique.  Lastly, we talked about meditation and the "Attitude of Gratitude ..read more