Want a simple, old school exercise to build stronger punches? Here you go! This is one of my all-time favorite exercises. Check out the video and give it a try. If the video doesn’t play, you can find a summary below. Let me know how it goes! You know that feeling you get when you’re…
Author: Ando Mierzwa
Ando Mierzwa is a martial arts teacher living in Los Angeles, CA.
Stair Workout for MMA
Stair training is great for cardio, but let’s be honest—it gets boring fast! In this video, I’ll show you a few ways to add some cool martial arts action into your next stair workout. FULL DISCLOSURE: Yes, you’ll look like a lunatic if you do these exercises, but you’ll be a ripped, powerful, and dangerous…
The Two Biggest Lies In Martial Arts
The martial arts are full of mystery and myth… and outright lies! Two of the biggest lies will weaken your power, limit your success, and even put you in danger. What are they? First, let me tell you about my friend, Jimmy… I was hurrying to class one day back in college when I spotted…
#34: Two Big Lies In Martial Arts [Podcast]
Welcome to Episode #34 of the Fight for a Happy Life podcast, “Two Big Lies in Martial Arts.” The martial arts are full of myth and mystery… and a few outright lies! In this episode, I reveal the truth behind two big lies in the martial arts. These two lies will hold you back from…
How to Take a Punch
Do you know how to take a punch? Whether you’re training in the martial arts for sport or self-defense, learning how to take a punch is a crucial skill. It may be even more important that learning how to punch! The basics of taking a punch are pretty simple— Keep your mouth shut Tuck your…
A Ridiculous Reason to Skip Class in Martial Arts
Last week, I set off for Brazilian Jiu Jitsu class… and almost immediately turned around. Did I suddenly lose interest in BJJ? No. Did I suddenly become lazy? No. Did I suddenly decide to volunteer at the nearest Children’s Hospital? No… but maybe I should. The reason I wanted to turn around was simple— I…
The Worst Self-Defense and Fighting Stance
Martial artists may not agree on what makes up the best fighting stance, but I’ll bet we can all agree on the worst! In this video, I talk about the worst self-defense position that anyone—white belt or grandmaster—can find themselves falling into… whether they want to or not! But don’t worry—I also have a tip…