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Ep 015 - Become Comfortable In Your Skin
May 15, 2018

Ep 015 - Become Comfortable In Your Skin

There are very few things you can practice that collectively improve your mind, body, and spirit all together. Training in the martial arts is one of them. In previous episodes, we talked about strengthening your mind , your ...

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Ep 014 - Remapping Your Mind
May 10, 2018

Ep 014 - Remapping Your Mind

As we said before , most people when they train typically see changes occurring physically first, then mentally, and spiritually last. In the last episode , we talked about some of those physical changes — getting stronger, f...

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Ep 013 - The Enemy Within
May 4, 2018

Ep 013 - The Enemy Within

Continuing where he left off last episode , Sensei Hoover shares what he has experienced in the progressive development of his own mind, body, and spirit. The essence of this podcast — Attack Life, Not Others — is realizing w...

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Ep 012 - Experimentation and Validation
May 2, 2018

Ep 012 - Experimentation and Validation

In this brief episode, you'll hear these main points: There's a reason we say martial arts, and not martial sports Martial arts seem to have some level of mysticism attached, however, everything still needs to be (or at least...

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Ep 011 - Faith, Family, and Friends
April 25, 2018

Ep 011 - Faith, Family, and Friends

We all face fear and anxiety at one point or another. Faith, family, and friends are what pull you through. This episode was recorded LIVE from the fundraising event to honor the Florida HS victims we talked about in Ep 004 ....

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Ep 010 - It Can't Be All Games
April 19, 2018

Ep 010 - It Can't Be All Games

There's nothing wrong with being a gamer, but it's important to get out, get involved, and see the physical world. Look for a bigger and brighter world. If you enjoy Attack Life, Not Others we’d greatly appreciate you leaving...

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Ep 009 - What To Eat After You Train
April 16, 2018

Ep 009 - What To Eat After You Train

Last episode Chelsea Hoover from Fuel for Thought Nutrition talked about the best way to fuel your body before you work out, no matter what your workout is. This time you'll hear exactly what — and when — to eat after you tra...

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Ep 008 - What To Eat Before You Train
April 13, 2018

Ep 008 - What To Eat Before You Train

Chelsea Hoover, MS, RD, LDN joins us to talk about the best way to fuel your body and get the most out of whatever you're doing — whether it's martial arts, running, strength training, or any other workout. If you enjoy Attac...

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Ep 007 - There Are No Rules in Reality-Based Martial Arts? We Beg To Differ
April 11, 2018

Ep 007 - There Are No Rules in Reality-Based Martial Arts? We Beg To …

In a reality-based martial arts system, there are no rules. Or are there? When one immerses him or herself in a RBMA, it filters through and translates to everything in their life. There are no rules in the context of competi...

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Ep 006 - 6 Different Curriculums Developed Over A Lifetime
April 4, 2018

Ep 006 - 6 Different Curriculums Developed Over A Lifetime

With multiple styles of martial arts blended into one (or “mixed” as some would say, therefore the term “MMA” — mixed martial arts), Sensei Hoover has developed 6 different formats designed for the specific needs of each part...

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Ep 005 - Not A Savings Plan or Retirement Program
March 29, 2018

Ep 005 - Not A Savings Plan or Retirement Program

In a recent "mat chat" Sensei Hoover asked students of the Junior class 3 questions: Why are you here? What is the enemy of greatness? Who ate nine? Hear their answers, along with his take on those questions. Also, Sensei sha...

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Ep 004 - Fundraiser to Honor the Florida HS Victims
March 21, 2018

Ep 004 - Fundraiser to Honor the Florida HS Victims

Registration Deadline is April 7th | Register by sending an email to: HKAfundraiser@gmail.com “Whatever the problem, be part of the solution.” The world needs great leaders like these amazing HKA high school students. Februar...

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Ep 003 - A Peaceful Warrior
March 21, 2018

Ep 003 - A Peaceful Warrior

Martial arts are about discipline, respect, control, confidence, and awareness — along with strength of mind and body. Defending oneself physically is only a last resort. A person with these qualities and this mindset is a Pe...

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Ep 002 - The Belts
March 21, 2018

Ep 002 - The Belts

The belt system in martial arts. How did it start? How do you know when it's time to test for the next belt? Is it up to you or your instructor? Martial arts are about the development of the individual. You are competing agai...

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Ep 001 - Welcome to the HKA Podcast
March 21, 2018

Ep 001 - Welcome to the HKA Podcast

For Sensei Tim Hoover and those around him, the martial arts are a way of life. "Attack Life, Not Others" — Hoover Karate Academy's podcast — is an insight into that life. By listening and subscribing, you'll gain a better un...

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