John Phil PT’s Post

Choosing the right martial arts gym for your children is crucial for their development! Explore these 5 essential factors to make the best decision for their training journey. #MartialArtsKids #EvolveMMA

Martial Arts are the various forms of self-defense, usually weaponless, based on techniques developed in ancient China, India, and Tibet. In modern times they have come into wide use for self-protection, as competitive sports, and for exercise. Jujitsu teaches skills that enable one to overcome a bigger, stronger opponent. A popular style of jujitsu is aikido, which uses wrist, elbow, and shoulder twists and graceful falls; it is non competitive and incorporates various spiritual concepts. Other popular forms of martial arts include kung fu, karate, and Tae kwon do, all of which emphasize blows with the feet and the side of the hand, and kendo, in which leather-covered bamboo "swords are used. All styles emphasize allowing ki (cosmic energy) to flow through one's body. This belief in ki connects aikido with t'ai chi ch'uan, a meditation like discipline that emphasizes slow, graceful body movements.

🌟 What Sport Will Help You Deal With Emotions? 🌟 😢 Sadness 👉 What you need: Movement and interaction. When you're sad, you often don't feel like doing either, wanting instead to retreat within. It's not about suddenly jumping up and getting energized; instead, try finding something that will help you ease into movement. 🏐 Sport to choose: Volleyball, especially beach volleyball with two players on each team. With the ball constantly in the air, there's little time for overthinking or dwelling. The two-player format makes it easier to communicate. If volleyball doesn't work out, jump rope with your kids or try out a Zumba dance fitness program. 😡 Anger 👉 What you need: Activities without aggression and with fewer participants, paired with breathing techniques. Outbursts of anger often disrupt your breathing rhythm, so learning to handle this is key. 🥋 Sport to choose: Eastern martial arts like Aikido. These practices help tame anger by emphasizing empathy and acceptance. The idea isn't to defeat an attacker but to deflect the attack. 😨 Fear 👉 What you need: Sports that reinforce your sense of safety, helping you build courage and personal growth. Becoming an active player will strengthen your sense of responsibility and help you realize that you can't control everything, nor should you. 🧗 Sport to choose: Rock climbing, especially on an indoor climbing wall. Overcome your fear of heights and emptiness while knowing you're securely held by a harness or instructor. It's a great way to build trust in yourself and others. #Psychology @Motivation

Don't just jump to Solutions, spend some time to review the problem. One fine day, a bus driver went to the bus garage, started his bus, and drove off along the route. No problems for the first few stops - a few people got on, a few got off, and things went generally well. At the next stop, however, a big hulk of a guy got on. Six feet eight, built like a wrestler, arms hanging down to the ground. He glared at the driver and said, "Big John doesn't pay!" and sat down at the back. Well the driver, he didn't argue with Big John, but he wasn't happy about it. The next day the same thing happened - Big John got on again, made a show of refusing to pay, and sat down. And the next day, and the next. This disturbed on the bus driver, who started losing sleep over the way Big John was taking advantage of him. Finally he could stand it no longer. He signed up for body building courses, karate, judo, and all that good stuff. By the end of the summer, he had become quite strong; what's more, he felt really good about himself. So on the next Monday, when Big John once again got on the bus and said, "Big John doesn't pay!" The driver stood up, glared back at the passenger, and screamed, "And why not?" With a surprised look on his face, Big John replied, "Big John has a bus pass."   Be Sure to Identify the problem clearly before working hard to solve it. Most solutions are simple, we complicate the issues.

The Transformative Power of Mixed Martial Arts: A Personal Journey Over the past four years, my involvement in mixed martial arts (MMA) has been nothing short of transformative. What began as a curiosity has evolved into a lifestyle that has profoundly impacted every facet of my being. From discipline to mental resilience, comradeship to physical fitness, MMA has been a catalyst for positive change, reshaping my perspective on life and empowering me to overcome obstacles with newfound strength. Discipline is the cornerstone of success in any endeavor, and MMA instills it in abundance. The rigorous training regimen demands commitment and consistency, teaching me the value of hard work and perseverance. Whether it's mastering a new technique or pushing through fatigue during sparring sessions, the discipline cultivated in the gym translates seamlessly into other areas of life, fostering a proactive approach to challenges and goals. Beyond the physical aspects, MMA has fostered a deep appreciation for comradeship. In the gym, I've found a community of like-minded individuals bound by a shared passion for martial arts. Together, we endure the grueling workouts, celebrate victories, and support each other through setbacks. The camaraderie extends beyond the mat, creating lasting friendships built on mutual respect and a shared journey of self-improvement. One of the most profound lessons MMA has taught me is the ability to confront obstacles head-on and find solutions to overcome them. Every sparring session presents a new challenge, whether it's a formidable opponent or a technical problem to solve. Through trial and error, I've learned to adapt my strategies, refine my techniques, and persevere in the face of adversity. This resilience extends beyond the gym, empowering me to tackle life's challenges with confidence and determination. Mental health is a topic of increasing importance, and MMA has been a powerful tool in managing my anxiety. The intensity of training serves as a cathartic outlet, allowing me to channel my energy and frustrations into productive pursuits. Moreover, MMA has been instrumental in channeling my energy into a positive direction. As someone with a naturally high level of energy, I've often struggled to find constructive outlets for it. MMA provides an exhilarating avenue for self-expression, allowing me to unleash my passion and drive in a productive and meaningful way. Last but not least, the physical benefits of MMA are undeniable. The combination of strength, cardio, and flexibility training results in a level of fitness that transcends the confines of the gym. Improved endurance, agility, and coordination enhance not only my performance in martial arts but also my quality of life outside of training. #MixedMartialArts #MMACommunity #Discipline #ResilienceTraining #MentalHealthAwareness #FitnessJourney #AnxietyRelief #personalgrowth #physicalwellness #lifetransformation

Martial Arts are the various forms of self-defense, usually weaponless, based on techniques developed in ancient China, India, and Tibet. In modern times they have come into wide use for self-protection, as competitive sports, and for exercise. Jujitsu teaches skills that enable one to overcome a bigger, stronger opponent. A popular style of jujitsu is aikido, which uses wrist, elbow, and shoulder twists and graceful falls; it is non competitive and incorporates various spiritual concepts. Other popular forms of martial arts include kung fu, karate, and Tae kwon do, all of which emphasize blows with the feet and the side of the hand, and kendo, in which leather-covered bamboo "swords are used. All styles emphasize allowing ki (cosmic energy) to flow through one's body. This belief in ki connects aikido with t'ai chi ch'uan, a meditation like discipline that emphasizes slow, graceful body movements.

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐈 𝐖𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐧𝐚 𝐃𝐞 𝐀𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 "𝐁𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐚" If you have not yet heard the nooz, SPOILER ALERT: the first movie in the expanded John Wick Universe is coming out next year titled 𝐵𝑎𝑙𝑙𝑒𝑟𝑖𝑛𝑎 - all about an azz-kickin' ballerina from the same underground world as John Wick. While the trailer seems to show some cool training stuff, I don't know how much of a training montage we're gonna get. And even though nobody asked me, if Ana de Armas's character had called me, offered a few of those gold coins they like to toss around among their fellow underworldlings, and said “train me. I need to kick some serious tush” here’s what I would have her do: #𝟏: 𝐝𝐨 𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐦𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐚𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐦𝐚𝐣𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐩𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞. Let’s face it: the SAID principle (Specific Adaptations to Imposed Demands) requires that you do the things you want to get good at. Yes, phenomena like carryover of skills do exist, but if you’re about to take on your enemies armed to the teeth, do you really wanna take your chances? #𝟐: 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐚 ‘𝐛𝐮𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐠’ 𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐞. Sure, a Kevlar suit wouldn’t hurt for this, but I’m talking more about her muscles and joints: how can THEY be trained to take a whippin’ and let him keep on kickin’? Odd angle movements for the ankles, knees, hips, back, and shoulders would be paramount, as would some good old fashioned flexibility training to keep her limber for all those judo throws and jiu jitsu moves. #𝟑: 𝐔𝐧𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤. Loaded carries, crawling, and other drills that blend strength with conditioning would be high on the list. If you’re gonna take on anyone, it helps to be able to outlast them. But if you’re gonna take on EVERYONE? Well, you’d better be strong AND conditioned like a race horse. Now, I can't promise you'll end up with a legendary status, but if you are keen to at least take a few steps closer to that (while also outperforming your rapidly growing kiddos year after year) you might dig my 𝟗-𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐭𝐞 𝐊𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐥 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐨𝐝𝐲𝐰𝐞𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞. Not only does it contain hard-hitting, yet gentle-on-the-body movements like crawling, loaded carries, and other gait pattern movements that strengthen every nook, cranny, crevice, and corner of your Soft Machine, but it's designed to be done with your current training regimen as well - no need to put it on hold. Get your free copy here: https://lnkd.in/gbNDePW5 Have fun and happy training!

A middle-aged Zen monk 20kg lighter than me had me sailing in the air like I was a mannequin. For background, I am a black belt in judo who hasn’t gotten much practice in the past five years. On a recent trip to Tokyo, I decided to get back on the mat and test my abilities. It wasn’t just the smaller monk who destroyed me without breaking a sweat. Lighter-colored belts also tossed me around way more often than I was taking them to the ground. It was a humbling reality check. I’m a big guy who’s devoted decades to deepening my understanding of martial arts. But I’m also incredibly grateful for the experience, because it taught me valuable lessons that apply on or off the mat (#3 is the most insightful): 1. Plasticity Goes Both Ways When I got on the mat, a part of me thought, ‘I got this.’ But the brain’s plasticity goes both ways. Yes, we’re capable of learning amazing new skills, but if we don’t maintain them, the brain will prune those synapses away, clearing space for what’s to come. The good news is that those same connections can be strengthened easily. 2. Complacency Is The Enemy I was naively expecting to encounter the same moves and strategies when I got back on the mat, but Judo had changed in the five years I was away. The same is true in business. Even if 90% of the rules are the same in a specific market as a few years ago, the 10% that changed can be the difference between winning and losing. 3. Ego Checking Watching the new generation of impressive judokas, my first instinct was to become competitive. To try and assert dominance. But then I had an interesting thought. They were younger. Hungrier. In better shape than me. Believing I could compete with them was delusional. But I had something they lacked—experience. So I decided to become a mentor instead of a competitor. I’d help them improve through sound advice, and in turn, the very act of teaching would solidify my own understanding further, making me a better mentor. Yes, life is rife with competition. But what if instead of feeling threatened by the younger team member who outperformed you in something you take pride in, you decided to mentor them? That fulfillment that accompanies helping someone reach the very edge of their potential is one of the best experiences you can have in life. Food for thought.

Martial Arts are the various forms of self-defense, usually weaponless, based on techniques developed in ancient China, India, and Tibet. In modern times they have come into wide use for self-protection, as competitive sports, and for exercise. Jujitsu teaches skills that enable one to overcome a bigger, stronger opponent. A popular style of jujitsu is aikido, which uses wrist, elbow, and shoulder twists and graceful falls; it is non competitive and incorporates various spiritual concepts. Other popular forms of martial arts include kung fu, karate, and Tae kwon do, all of which emphasize blows with the feet and the side of the hand, and kendo, in which leather-covered bamboo "swords are used. All styles emphasize allowing ki (cosmic energy) to flow through one's body. This belief in ki connects aikido with t'ai chi ch'uan, a meditation like discipline that emphasizes slow, graceful body movements.

Martial Arts are the various forms of self-defense, usually weaponless, based on techniques developed in ancient China, India, and Tibet. In modern times they have come into wide use for self-protection, as competitive sports, and for exercise. Jujitsu teaches skills that enable one to overcome a bigger, stronger opponent. A popular style of jujitsu is aikido, which uses wrist, elbow, and shoulder twists and graceful falls; it is non competitive and incorporates various spiritual concepts. Other popular forms of martial arts include kung fu, karate, and Tae kwon do, all of which emphasize blows with the feet and the side of the hand, and kendo, in which leather-covered bamboo "swords are used. All styles emphasize allowing ki (cosmic energy) to flow through one's body. This belief in ki connects aikido with t'ai chi ch'uan, a meditation like discipline that emphasizes slow, graceful body movements.