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- Purpose, Goals, and Indomitable Spirit - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2007 from Jason GouldThis article is an excerpt from an essay I wrote a while back (2004), but it's worth another look! Enjoy! Ask yourself: “Why am I learning karate?” Some people come to the dojo to learn self-defense. Others come to relieve stress, get in better shape, learn a new art form, or meet ...
Views: 2902(1 vote) - Self-Defense: Reducing the Risk of Substance-Related Rape - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2007 from Jason GouldReducing the Risk of Substance-Related Rape Substance-related rape has been occurring more frequently in recent years. Although the often-tasteless drugs are hard to detect, there are precautionary steps one can take to reduce the risk of becoming prey to this criminal conduct. Do not leave ...
Views: 1328(1 vote) - Learning to Punch Like a Girl - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2007 from Jason GouldOn any given night at Emerald Necklace Martial Arts in Boston’s Allston neighborhood, the adult students can be found in their crisp white karate uniforms, moving up and down the training floor. In summer's brutal heat and in winter's bitter cold, they punch the focus mitts and kick the ...
Views: 1438(1 vote) - Accomplishing Your Training Goals With Indomitable Spirit - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2007 from Jason GouldAsk yourself: “Why am I learning karate?” Some people come to the dojo to learn self-defense. Others come to relieve stress, get in better shape, learn a new art form, or meet new people. What are your personal training goals? If you’re seeking improved fitness, increased confidence, and ...
Views: 3180(1 vote) - In Defense of Karate (or any other martial art) as a "Fighting Art" - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2007 from Jason GouldOne of my students came to me recently, concerned because she read a number of posts online that slammed karate for being "a less effective form of fighting/self-defense." How crude. Now, I'm trying REALLY hard not to sound like an elitist karate snob here (Okay, I admit it, I am an elitist ...
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