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PIMP1729 t1_jcugrdz wrote

I think that as in everything it is discipline, equally in practice because many times we do not see very fast advances and we get demotivated or perhaps it may be that martial arts are not completely for you, but how everything is practice and patience and more in martial arts. It is a development of discipline because many times we will not have motivation to do things, that is when our discipline comes in. :)

Sorry for my English I'm still learning..

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princesstallyo t1_jcums0o wrote

Yes, discipline is important, especially when you have setbacks, then it can be good to just be able to force yourself to do something. If what you want to achieve is important enough, then the discipline becomes easier. So it's about setting good and reasonable goals with what you're doing and that can be a challenge.

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PIMP1729 t1_jcuoyfe wrote

Exactly, I also think that sometimes you will not be able to commit to something due to lack of time or some unexpected commitment, do not pressure yourself if it happens, and always be patient, I wish you the best in your Martial arts :) and your projects

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markirons t1_jcutm2j wrote

I’ve been doing bjj for 20 years or so - I think my first 4 years were just tapping and being pinned looking up at the lights and counting ceiling tiles.

Part of what kept me coming back was that for some unknown reason I thought it was fun. I hated MMA. Sounds like you like it though, so problem one is solved.

I think if you set small goals it will be immensely helpful.

For me, the easiest way to do this is to start experimenting with reactions instead of trying to win. When I do “x” I try to see what my opponent will do. It can be a simple as taking a step backwards and watching what the opponent does. I then try to catalog the reaction.

After cataloging it, I try to anticipate the reaction, and see if I can make them move in that predictable way. That’s a small victory even if I get my butt beat the rest of the day. I made somebody do something, and I knew it was going to happen - endorphin rush!

Bonus: Now, when I ask a coach a question, I can say when I do “x” I notice most of my opponents do “y.” What can I do in this scenario? Now the feedback i get from my coach is immediately applicable to something that I know how to create. Feedback loop of positive things usually gets rolling from here.

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princesstallyo t1_jcvd4zg wrote

I try to think the same way and having some small goal every training is good, preferably something that can be discussed with others to get different angles and create better learning.

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facepunchedselfie t1_jcwn6nu wrote

We dont have to, we get to.

Go interact with a persons in a wheelchair or adaptive athlete. They seem to smile a lot and the ones Im around never complain. Its checks me everytime.

I was a pro athlete in my past life. I didnt start out killing it. Or sponsored. It was a growth. Enjoy the process, do the work, and consistency is a scary tool.

Keep rolling and showing up. Ossss

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