sport psychology

Dealing With Plateaus in Martial Arts Training

Food for Thought, Home Study Students / By Joel Williams / June 22, 2026 / Global Martial Arts University, GMAU, goal setting, karate, Kobudo, Krav Maga, Martial Arts, Muay Thai, Nunchaku, sport psychology, taekwondo, Train At Home, training

Almost every martial artist experiences a plateau at some point in their training. Progress that once seemed steady suddenly slows down, techniques stop improving as quickly, and motivation may begin to fade. Check out these tips for getting over the hump.

Mental Toughness Training Through Martial Arts

Food for Thought, Home Study Students / By Joel Williams / June 11, 2026 / Global Martial Arts University, GMAU, karate, Kobudo, Krav Maga, Martial Arts, mental toughness, Muay Thai, Nunchaku, sport psychology, taekwondo, training

Martial-arts training is often associated with physical fitness, self-defense, and technical skill. While these benefits are important, many practitioners discover that one of the greatest rewards of training is the development of mental toughness. Read on for more.