You know the old joke “How do you get to Carnegie Hall?” Practice, Practice, Practice. Practice is the answer to most of what ails us. Lack of forward motion in any aspect of our lives can be fixed with practice. Things that seem hard can be made easy with consistent practice. Some may say “I…
Life integration is the ultimate goal of any fitness program. It is no different with Total Success Self Defense Fitness Class we teach at Total Ryu. This class not only h as fitness as a life integration, but diet, active life style and developing a self defense mind set. If your end goal is just weight…
In light of recent local events, I am reminded how extremely important it is to be “your own protector.” This phrase means several things to me. 1) I need to be able to defend myself under any circumstances that present themselves. This defense may be how to run, get away, not get noticed, and get…
“Mushin” meaning No Mind No, this doesn’t mean absent-mindedness or imply some airhead joke. This is a state of being that one can achieve with enough practice. This state is found in many people when they drive a car and even in accomplished musicians when the play with ease and in a seemingly effortless way. …
Total Ryu Martial Arts and Bushido My experience in martial arts has included two fantastic systems of knowledge, and close to 30 years of study. I have seen the very best of individuals and character and also the very worst of individuals and their character (or lack thereof). The best inspire me to achieve and…