Food for Thought

Is Your Personality Type Holding You Back from Succeeding in Online Martial Arts?

Food for Thought, Home Study Students / By Greg Mansfield / May 4, 2026 / Global Martial Arts University, GMAU, Martial Arts, Train At Home

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This article is based on an original post by Adam Bein, a student in several Global Martial Arts University (GMAU) programs, including Shotokan Karate. Revised and Updated on May 4, 2026. You’ve signed up to learn a martial art through the Global Martial Arts University. You pay your fee and you’ve started to watch videos …

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The Role of Repetition in Building Muscle Memory

Food for Thought, Home Study Students / By Joel Williams / April 30, 2026 / Global Martial Arts University, GMAU, Martial Arts, Train At Home

Repetition is one of the most fundamental principles in martial arts training. Whether practicing strikes, throws, or defensive movements, the goal is to perform techniques so often that they become automatic. This process is commonly referred to as building muscle memory. Let’s dig into this concept a little more – Read on…

How to Train Martial Arts Techniques When You’re Short on Time

Food for Thought, Home Study Students / By Joel Williams / April 10, 2026 / Global Martial Arts University, GMAU, Martial Arts, Train At Home

One of the biggest challenges martial artists face is finding enough time to train. Between work, school, and family responsibilities, long training sessions aren’t always realistic. The good news is that effective training doesn’t require hours in the gym. With a focused approach, even short sessions can produce meaningful improvements in technique, speed, and timing. This blog post has tips for maximizing your training time.

How to Become a Certified Krav Maga Instructor

Food for Thought, Home Study Students, Instructors, Krav Maga / By Greg Mansfield / April 4, 2026 / Global Martial Arts University, GMAU, Instructor, Krav Maga Instructor, Martial Arts, martial arts instructors, Teacher, Train At Home

Revised and Updated on April 4, 2026. If you’re reading this, you probably have the desire to spread the positive benefits of Krav Maga to your local community and help make the world a safer place. Teaching Krav Maga is incredibly rewarding, whether you’re doing so as your full-time profession or just out of passion …

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Grip Strength Training for Weapon and Grappling Arts

Food for Thought, Home Study Students, Krav Maga, Muay Thai, Nunchaku, Ultimate Bo / By Joel Williams / February 17, 2026 / Global Martial Arts University, GMAU, karate, Kobudo, Krav Maga, Martial Arts, Muay Thai, Train At Home

Grip strength is one of the most overlooked yet essential attributes in martial arts. Whether controlling a weapon, securing a submission, or maintaining a clinch, your grip often determines how long you can stay effective. Strong hands and forearms enhance control, endurance, and confidence across many disciplines. Read on for more.

Plyometric Training for Explosive Martial Arts Power

Fitness, Food for Thought, Home Study Students / By Joel Williams / February 4, 2026 / Bojutsu, fitness, Global Martial Arts University, GMAU, karate, Kobudo, Krav Maga, Martial Arts, Muay Thai, Nunchaku, plyometrics, strength, strength training, taekwondo, Train At Home, training

Explosive power is a defining trait of effective martial artists. Whether delivering a fast kick, closing distance with a strike, or reacting to an opponent’s movement, speed and power often matter more than sheer strength. Plyometric training focuses on developing this explosiveness by training muscles to produce maximum force in minimal time. Check out the plyometric training tips in this blog post.