Posts by Curtis Robinson
Top 5 reasons people love group fitness
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Read MoreTrying Isn’t Doing
I always hear the same thing from good people who want to feel better about failure. They say “I’m trying or I tried.” They might say, “I’m doing my best or I did my best.” While I agree that we need to avoid injuring our ego (or in layman’s terms avoid beating ourselves up), I…
Read MoreArmed or Unarmed
A very wise man (Kyoshi Earl Marvin) once told me that a knife should never be underestimated. Later I was told by his instructor, Dr. Ronald Cherry, that “a knife is essentially a bullet with a handle on it that can change directions.” After decades of training in the martial arts and time spent in…
Read MoreThe Nutrition Timing System – NTS
Understanding the body, nutrition, and how to avoid storing energy as fat is easier than trying every fad diet and weight loss program. The Nutrition Timing System is, in essence, a habit that becomes metabolically autonomic with regular exercise. Much like circadian rhythms and sleep, the body can establish a habit for nutrition. I often…
Read MoreThe Psychology of Combat
What do we know about conflict? Well, most of us want to avoid it at all costs, even if we are courageous and capable in combat. I think it makes us both human and civilized to seek after peace and diplomacy, but there are times when those options fail. There are times when we are…
Read MorePredator vs Prey Mentality
We have several key concepts that help illustrate both psychological and physical advantages in martial arts. One of my favorite concepts is the Predator vs. Prey Mentality. Many of our students are very shy and docile when they come in. We see downcast eyes, low self-esteem, and body language that speaks volumes to the world.…
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