Why Modern Karate Is Broken (& How You Can Fix It)
July, 1921. World War I is officially over. Japan’s economic bubble is exploding. To keep people from ...
10 Important Karate Details Your Sensei Hates to Remind You About
#1: “Straighten Your Back & Look Up!” Check your posture. If you spend your days like 95% of W...
This Participant’s Honest Review Will Make You Regret You Didn’t Attend KNX15
Wow… Exactly 7 days ago, I wrapped up KNX15 – The Karate Nerd Experience 2015. I’m still buz...
The Secret Meaning of Heian/Pinan Kata (Hint: It’s NOT What You Think)
Do you practice Heian/Pinan kata? If you train a popular style like Shotokan, Shito-ryu or Shorin-ryu –...
Your Karate “Blocks” Are Dysfunctional. Here’s Why.
“Traditional Karate blocks don’t work against real attacks.” That’s something I often ...
10 Disturbing Myths About Karate Everyone Thinks Are True
1: “Karate people break bricks every day.” We’ve all heard it. “So… how many boa...
10 Differences Between Okinawan Karate & Japanese Karate
Question: Do you know the difference between Okinawan Karate & Japanese Karate? I didn’t. Until I v...
This Challenge Will Laser-Focus Your Karate
It was a hot evening in August, 1952. David Tudor approached his piano on stage at the Maverick Concert Hall...
2014: My Karate Year in Review
2015 is almost here. I’m stoked! With a new year comes new possibilities for growth in Karate & lif...
How to Get Massive Power In Your Karate Punches
Do you know what power is? It’s tricky. But super important for Karate! Because, let’s face it:...
59 Signs Your Dojo is Awesome
Is your dojo awesome? I hope so! Because your dojo, which literally translates to “place of the WayR...