Podcast Episodes

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 body, and now your spirit. When you build your spirit, you become comfortable in your own skin — not something a lot of people ever achieve. There's nothing mystical involved, mostly it comes down to choices you make, along with being a peaceful warrior. When you're comfortab...

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, faster, more flexible, more agile, etc. This episode, Sensei Hoover talks about remapping, or in a sense rewiring your brain and the way you think through movement, motion, newly-created habits, and rituals. Like what you hear? Rate and review by clicking here, then “View in...

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 we all have an enemy within ourselves that needs to be defeated. As part of a Native American Prayer says, "I seek strength, not to be greater than my brother, but to fight my greatest enemy — myself." Like what you hear? Rate and review by clicking here, then "View in iTunes”...

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 should be) tested with experimentation and validation, or in other words, trial and error When training you should see differences in yourself — typically with your body first, then your mind, then your spirit If you enjoy Attack Life, Not Others we’d greatly ...

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. Thanks to some of the young students of HKA — being the leaders they are — $5,000 was raised to benefit the following 3 charities. These 3 were chosen because victims of the tragedy had connections to them in some way: St. Judes Children's Hospital Summer Camp Opportunit...

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 a Rating and Review on iTunes by clicking here (then “View in iTunes” and go to Ratings and Reviews). It will directly help the show’s ranking in the iTunes directory — and in turn help others Attack Life, Not Others.

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 train to get the most benefit. Those that trained with Sensei Hoover 25+ years ago, you'll appreciate the trip down memory lane with the "Pork Line" throwback. Because, after all, you are what you eat. If you enjoy Attack Life, Not Others we’d greatly appreciate you leaving ...

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 Attack Life, Not Others we’d greatly appreciate you leaving a Rating and Review on iTunes by clicking here (then “View in iTunes” and go to Ratings and Reviews). It will directly help the show’s ranking in the iTunes directory — and in turn help others Attack Life, Not Others.

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 competition or combat — however, everything matters. From the way you eat, to how you sleep, to how you conduct your life in general — everything matters. So in reality, there are rules — self-imposed rules to make one a better, stronger human being. Using a reality-based martial a...

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 particular age group: Pre-K Format (Ages 4 & 5) Kids Format (Ages 6 – 9) Junior I Format (Ages 10 – 12) Junior II Format (Ages 13 – 17) Adult Format (Age 18+) Traditional Adult Format (Mature Adult) If you enjoy Attack Life, Not Others we would greatly app...

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 shares his thoughts on when it comes to things that matter — things that have value — they must be maintained to keep that value. Not just in the martial arts, but life in general.

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. February 14, 2018 marked a day of sorrow and frustration in our nation. This was the day Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida was brutally attacked in a school shooting, resulting in the loss of the lives of 17 innocent people. As a lasting tribute to their memory, ...

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 Peaceful Warrior.

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 against yourself, not anyone else. Belts certainly have a place, especially with younger students — however, at HKA belts don't represent "time attended." It's perfection of skill and your individual journey.

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 understanding of HKA, the martial arts in general, and Sensei Hoover's reality-based, eclectic system — Kwon Ryu Fu Chi Do. You'll also see that mind, body, spirit, balance, loyalty, camaraderie, self-discipline, self-respect, self-control, self-confidence, self-defense,...