What do you take home from class?


Today I had a really nice workout- again.


One of the good things of training alone is that I have so far been able to adapt my workouts to factors like space, time and what I had available.

I do- however- have a strong preference to a wide open space where I can let loose with all my kicks.

It has been a while since I have seen the inside of a dojo. I have never stopped training, though.


Your instructor can teach you, guide you and even coach you, but he cannot train on your behalf. And- even if he (or she) did- it would not help you even one bit.

A large part of the learning you do in martial arts comes from your own work in any event. 


Besides training- any style of martial art has things that you leave in the dojo (like sparring), but also things you take home with you- like strength, fitness, knowledge, inner calm and so forth.


I have strength, fitness, courage, a sharp mind, satisfaction and of course my techniques that stay with me wherever I go. If you really think about it- martial arts training's gifts do not cost money. Sure- you pay class fees etc., but the actual benefits you gain from training are yours. All you need to do is keep training.

What do you take home with you?

I'd love to see your comments here or on G+ or on Facebook.   

Comments

  1. Unknown24 August 2015 at 22:51

    This is spot on, sir. Your teacher may guide you, but you still have to do all the walking. Keep kicking!

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