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Discipline and Success doesn't have to be difficult

Good Morning, This past week the concepts in The Slight Edge by Jeff Olson came up several times in a few un-connected conversations at the Dragon Gym.  If you haven't read it, I highly recommend you follow the embedded link above and get yourself a copy.  Following the principles he lays out can make a tremendous... Read more »

Workout Anywhere, Anytime

Some of you may not be totally familiar with my background. In addition to the last 28 years learning from Grand Master Goh, my own family has a history in physical fitness. My grandfather opened a gym (Mahadrudra Viyamagar) in his hometown in 1950. I'll try to dig up some pictures, but it was quite... Read more »

Kids Martial Arts Downingtown PA

This past weekend we had a Black Belt promotion at the Dragon Gym Martial Arts & Fitness studio.  The kids martial arts test was a huge success.  It is always impressive to see the dedication, patience and proficiency that even young students can demonstrate in the martial arts. The students are required to perform from... Read more »

Martial Arts & Kettlebell Training Drill -- Exton PA

Two of my Taekwondo and kettlebell students trying double kettlebell swings for the first time. A two hand kettlebell swing is two hand on one bell. A double kettlebell swing is two bells, one in each hand. Here they are trying the combination of double swings and the front kick. http://www.dragongym.com/adult-martial-arts/ — at Dragon Gym Martial Arts... Read more »

5 traits of a successful martial artist

Before I get into these "5 traits" we kind of need to decide what it means to be a "successful" martial artist. How does one define success in the martial arts? Is it attaining black belt? Is it winning lots of matches and becoming a champion of some sort? Is it getting in really good... Read more »