When martial artists train to kick faster, they sometimes only focus on how fast they can stick their foot out. But that’s only half the kick! The second half. My advice is to spend some time focusing on the first half of the kick. That’s would be how fast you can get your foot up…
Author: Ando Mierzwa
Ando Mierzwa is a martial arts teacher living in Los Angeles, CA.
Kung Fu Lesson at the Grand Canyon
You’ve heard me say before that the world is your dojo. That’s why you shouldn’t be surprised to hear that I just got a Kung Fu lesson at the Grand Canyon! I hope you’ll take a moment to check out this video or read the transcript below. Either way, be on the lookout for martial…
#42: Relax! The Worst Advice in Martial Arts [Podcast + Video]
Welcome to Episode #42 of the Fight for a Happy Life podcast, “Relax! The Worst Advice in Martial Arts.” We all hear about the negative effects of stress, but what about the negative effects of relaxation? Is there a dark side to taking it easy? In this episode, a story about how being “chill” almost…
5 Tips for Flexibility Without Stretching in the Martial Arts
Flexibility in the martial arts is important. But finding time to stretch isn’t always easy. Don’t worry! In this video, I share five tips to help you develop flexibility even without stretching. For a written summary of the video, check out the article below. Either way, keep stretching your limits, my friend! 🙂 5 Tips…
Bad Head Movement: A Dangerous Martial Arts Mistake
Moving the head in the martial arts is a must. But there’s a big difference between good head movement and bad head movement! In this video, I reveal the bad habit that causes many martial artists to beat themselves up when they train. If the video won’t load, you can find a summary of the…
#41: Back to Basics [Podcast]
Welcome to Episode #41 of the Fight for a Happy Life podcast, “Back to Basics.” What did piano lessons teach me about being a better martial artist? A lot! In this episode, I share a few tips for building a better life by doing more of less, instead of less of more! To LISTEN to,…
Side Kick Tips for Sparring and Fighting
Knowing how to side kick is one thing… knowing how to use it is another! In this video, I share two simple rules that have helped me land more side kicks. I hope they help you, too! If the video doesn’t play, you can find a summary below. Happy kicking! 🙂 Side Kick Tips for…