Emil Ramos, a black-belt candidate at our Isshinryu Karate school in Sacramento, explains his 6-month long candidacy process and the challenges that he will face. Emil is the first young person to take up this challenge and he is setting the bar very high for those that follow. For more information about Zen Martial Arts, and how we are committed …
Video 3 – Working Out in Tucson
Spent a week and a half in Tucson visiting my folks. Having a pool a 1/2 mile away made it impossible to stall any longer. And the running trails around the area made it easy to enjoy a good run. Here’s a short video of the Tucson scene:
Week 34 – Steady as She Goes
The Numbers (as of 07/26): Pushups Crunches Kata Sparring Journey (Swim) Journey (Bike) Journey (Run) Kindness Journal Video Annual Totals: 32,510 32,580 654 304 2 787 755 668 32 2 1,544 Annual Targets: 50000 50000 1000 1000 2400 1000 52 12 Percent of Annual Targets Complete 65.02% 65.16% 65.40% 30.40% 64.33% 66.80% 61.54% 16.67% Looky there, it’s a 2! In the swim …
Week 33 – I FINALLY Went Swimming!
The Numbers (as of 07/19): Pushups Crunches Kata Sparring Journey (Swim) Journey (Bike) Journey (Run) Kindness Journal Video Annual Totals: 31,760 31,830 636 304 1 767 732 647 32 2 1,500 Annual Targets: 50000 50000 1000 1000 2400 1000 52 12 Percent of Annual Targets Complete 63.52% 63.66% 63.60% 30.40% 62.49% 64.70% 61.54% 16.67% I know it’s just a 1. It’s …
Wait… What was I supposed to do today???
Self-discipline is definitely a crucial skill of becoming a respectable martial artist and it should be practiced like any other aspect of the martial arts. Each day I have a list of stuff I must overcome and each day is similar to the last. First when I wake up (and even after sleeping in) I read and do all my …
Week 32 – Staying Consistent
The Numbers (as of 07/12): Pushups Crunches Kata Sparring Journey (Swim) Journey (Bike) Journey (Run) Kindness Journal Video Annual Totals: 30,860 30,930 618 304 0 767 695 626 31 2 1,462 Annual Targets: 50000 50000 1000 1000 2400 1000 52 12 Percent of Annual Targets Complete 61.72% 61.86% 61.80% 30.40% 60.91% 62.60% 59.62% 16.67% So far so good. The mileage gap is …
Week 31 – Another One Down
The Numbers (as of 07/05): Pushups Crunches Kata Sparring Journey (Swim) Journey (Bike) Journey (Run) Kindness Journal Video Annual Totals: 29,640 29,880 600 288 0 737 665 608 30 2 1,402 Annual Targets: 50000 50000 1000 1000 2400 1000 52 12 Percent of Annual Targets Complete 59.28% 59.76% 60.00% 28.80% 58.43% 60.80% 57.69% 16.67% Same same. Consistent strengths, consistent weaknesses. Thankful for the …
Reflections on “Karate-Do My Way of Life” by Gichin Funakoshi
My reading of Master Funakoshi’s “Karate-Do: My Way of Life,” provided me with a much greater appreciation and understanding of the philosophical underpinnings of Karate than I had previously. Through a varied and entertaining recitation of anecdotes from his long life, Master Funakoshi illustrated many important lessons for all aspiring students. All these were of great value to me, but …
Running Outside at Zen Martial Arts in Sacramento
Our beautiful dojo location allows us to take advantage of the wonderful park space outside. I love the feel of taking our class outdoors. What a wonderful vacation from the busy life of the city and school. You can learn more about our martial arts classes in Sacramento by visiting https://zenmartial.com
Week 26 – Hello You Beautiful Half Way Mark!
WOOOOOO! HOOOOOOOO! The Numbers (as of 05/31): Pushups Crunches Kata Sparring Journey (Swim) Journey (Bike) Journey (Run) Kindness Journal Video Annual Totals: 24,600 24,600 502 239 0 575 535 507 24 0 1,110 Annual Targets: 50000 50000 1000 1000 2400 1000 52 12 Percent of Annual Targets Complete 49.20% 49.20% 50.20% 23.90% 46.24% 50.70% 46.15% 0.00% Okay, so it might be …