Those of us who have been in the Martial Arts or physical fitness scene for some time have likely encountered the parent who requests that you teach their child about toughness. While the act of teaching a child or teen what toughness is and why it is fundamentally important is a worthwhile endeavor, it begsContinue reading “#170 “My kid needs to be tougher!””
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Daily blog # 67
The danger of early success As humans, we not only derive great satisfaction from our own success but through that of our friends or loved ones. At Team Hargett through both the Athlete Perfomance division and Jiu Jitsu we are blessed to be apart of the lives of some very talented individuals who are achievingContinue reading “Daily blog # 67”
Daily blog #66
Your most important weapon Many are aware of the fact that the mind is your most powerful tool. In BJJ you learn that the position of your opponents head greatly determines what their body is able to do both offensively and defensively speaking. In the Kids Jiu Jitsu classes we teach them that the bodyContinue reading “Daily blog #66”
Daily blog #53
Actions over words in coaching As a Jiu Jitsu coach or any other for that matter, it’s fairly obvious that your role is to develop those you teach to be well trained practitioners. However, there is a line between relaying technical knowledge and communicating effectively. Oftentimes, a young teacher like myself can be blind toContinue reading “Daily blog #53”
The Jiu Jitsu Way 