I'm a computer guy, tied to a chair all day. When I started training few years ago I started fixing my stances everywhere. On the chair, when standing, walking or lifting things.I more and more try to have straight and relaxed stance. It's not easy because I'm a little late for that, but anything is better than nothing. There is a big improvement for my back pain and overall condition. I'm 63 kg and getting heavy things out of my car's trunk is not an easy job, but now I don't feel that much stress in my waist when I do that. I just don't bend over that much. Stance is important not only for self-defense. And a story to show that stance and breathing is important. If you are at the airport and someone comes to you and says "do you need a taxi". The answer should be "No". But the guy kept insisting "It'll be cheap ... bla bla". So we negotiated a price and I went with him knowing that it might cost me a lot more. I noticed a legit taxi of known company, but I still didn't know if he's a fraud. When we were at the half the road I noticed the taximeter was going over the agreed amount so I said "You know we have an agreement, right?" and I was pissed when he said "are you doubting the taximeter". But I staid calm, I made myself comfortable, I tried to breathe normally. So when we arrived the taximeter showed double the price I usually pay, but I payed what we agreed, ready to fight with words or punches, but he said only "could you at least tip me for a coffee". I gave him tip because I know what we agreed to is lower than usual. I've had the same situation few times before. They never give up that easy. If you try to talk to them - they abuse you. If you start yelling to them - they respond with the same. If you talk calm, but determined and keep your confidence, then you have a fighting chance.
@@AndoMierzwa I have trouble hurting people,yeah I know I am already pro at being nice but how do I get into a state where I don't care and am willing to hurt someone badly?
@@bricktea3645 For me, if what you're fighting for is important, you'll do what you need to do. If it's not important, you won't. So, really figure out what you'll fight for and what you won't.
I really need to restrain myself from writing a huge letter of feedback right now so I will try to condense it is short as I can (it will probably end up long anyway): You are the most genuine and authentic "traditional" martial arts instructor I have, probably ever, seen. I was as always really sceptical when I first clicked on one of your videos, ready to be disappointed again (You probably already know the many reasons why). But with each passing minute I was delighted to realize that you actually have a deep understanding of martial arts and very solid concepts of how to blend modern and traditional techniques and practices. No Fake and cringeworthy attitude, no "bullshit" techniques, no delusional instructor . Just pure, authentic, informative and deeply reflected content in a nicely condensed format with a clean (and funny :'D) editing style. I have never seen you spar but weirdly enough I don't even feel the need for it to trust your instructions, which is very unusual. You have done your fair share of work of finding the truth, what works and what doesn't in which context, and it just shines through everything you say and demonstrate so visibly, that it completely eradicated my almost habitual doubt against traditionalists. It's the only way to put it in one sentence. I have no problem calling you Sensei, in fact I think its quite accurate. I feel like spotting a developed human beeing is just as easy as spotting a fake one. Thanks for walking that path, Sensei Ando. Also: Subscribed boys!
Wow! Thank you so much for the kind words, sir. Yes, I truly love martial arts and just want to share what I've found so far. I know there will always be people who don't like my "vibe", but the fact that I can connect with someone like you makes it all worthwhile. Thank you again for taking the time to spread some positivity! Keep fighting, my friend! :)
This course has a lot to do with psychology. I've been a fighter in my life for a long time. I always put up a fight. But i can tell this if you have a weak mindset you'll never fight to your fullest. E.g. if you don't care about living but fighting to your last breath. That's a big drawback. I'm glad that this course addresses a lot about psychology and proper mindset. You have my thanks!
Hey handsome and kind hearted guy,I had recently saw some videos on self defence techniques and suddenly one of your videos comes in my recommendation and I just clicked it and now I'm watching your videos continuosly.You are such a good person apart from giving martial art training or self defence techniques you are giving peoples basic life lessons and it's all free. A good person like you can charge huge amount for giving this much of valuable information but you are giving it free to everyone you are so so nice. It is my whole heartedly prayers that God bless you and help you to achieve every goal of your life Thank you so much for imparting such valuable education to everyone on this platform we need more people like you In this world. Tysm!❤️Lots of love from india🇮🇳❤️
Another great principle-driven self-defense lesson. The fanciest architecture is useless without a proper foundation. And an excellent foundation in self-defense will be sufficient for 90% of confrontations any civilian faces. This is what Miyamoto Musashi meant when he wrote, "Make your fighting stance your common way of standing, and your common way of standing your fighting stance." In this way, you are practicing your martial art all the time and you don't have to "get ready" to defend yourself. It was also a fundamental principle of Bruce Lee in JKD: you do not chamber or cock before attacking, but attack from where you already are. Great stuff! Advanced martial strategy from the beginning: attitude, awareness, structure, breathing.
Yes! That Mushashi quote was a game-changer when I first read it. Oops--I mean, a LIFE-changer! Glad we're on the same page, Ken! Thanks for the insightful comment!
Thank you so much Ando! Every time you enlightened me with courage! Not only martial art, I learned the basics of the basics on how to pursue and face everything in life.
You’re hilarious; I love your quotes. Also, this video series. Self defense anyone can use is very important! Don’t give away your power... physical, spiritual and mental...
Wow! I'm came across this playlist after 5 years and I'm glad I did. I'd say this, this is a better cure to depression than counseling. Because this is literally it, you suffer depression when someone takes away your place. You learn to take it back, fill up your space as he said, and that's the cure!
Sensei, you are the best! I am a big fan of your talking style, the way you explain and just everything! Presently, I am just brown belt in Karate and I wish one day I will become a great martial artist like you. You are the best sensei! 😊
Ando Mierzwa Don't mention it sensei. Instead thanks to you for replying! And I don't know I can be better than you or not, I just wanna be like you. And you are not less than a legend for me. I would love to contact you. Have a great time sensei! :)
4:14 Two Priorities (keep in mind at all times) - 1. Protect your head 2. Stay on your feet 10:18 Bend your knees (absorb and deliver force) The powerful muscles of your legs should feel like springs 12:13 *Goal* - Keep Breathing as if you are having the Best Day Ever 14:20 Remember - Don't let anyone or anyone or anything shrink you . Focus on your posture and take a breath. Remember how Brave and Powerful you really are.
I have shared this with someone I love who continues to be bullied by an ex. You are spot on that we all have a right to be here, we are powerful, and no one has the right to make us question that, because of their own traumas and insecurity and fear. We need to teach people to heal their own wounds rather than project them on others. Unfortunately we can’t help most of these bullies because they do not want to be helped. They want to continue to exhort what they didn’t work for from others. As my mentor used to say: “you can’t help people who are drowning unless they have their hand up... they have to assist in their rescue.” The only thing you can control is you. I know I’ve watched this video before, but repetition is the mother of all skill. And watching these kinds of truly helpful tips many times helps make it a habit. Thank you for all you do in the world, truly. Taekwondoista
Great stuff to be able to put on an act in order to buy a bit of surprise. Curling forward, head down, shuffling, crying is GREAT for an act that could save your life, buy a few seconds to get the critical first hit in firstus! Cause, pretty much, newbies and little people have but one chance at the beginning of a confrontation. Then you are down and out.
Thank you so much for making these videos. I was taking classes with grandmaster Chang He teaches judo, taekwondo, and Akido mix. I had to quit because I was going to school during the day and working at night and trying to do the martial arts in the morning before school. I’ve always loved Martial arts, but unfortunately didn’t pick up the classes again. I started feeling like it might be too late but now I want to get back into it. Thank you for making these videos, they’re great for anybody who is trying to learn some self-defense moves and they’re also great for people trying to get back into martial arts.
Here at school there's a guy that always wants to fight, nothing too serious but the way he fights is very overwhelming, this video really helped me out
Sensei Ando, I want to see more of you in your classes. Mr. Sweet ain't so sweet at all in his class. Boy, howdy, you 'change' into the gnarly instructor, perfect!
man, i could really listen to the most boring school lessons from you, and ill be 100% focused and smiling you the best at what you do on TH-cam, wait for it Ando, and ONE DAY YOU WILL MAKE IT TO 1M+ SUBS, i promise you sifu because a great guy like u can only rise!, thanks to everything you helped me with even without you knowing, we appreciate you
Almost got into a fight the other week and I agree, I feel like the guy was picking on me because I came off as weak with my posture, I tried defending my self verbally but my body language didn't show it so the instigator was probably even more confident and thought I was no threat. Not gonna lie I was a bit nervous but still ready to fight
I was looking for self defense classes because I witnessed a lady on her way to church get mugged this morning before breakfast and then I found you I know idk you but man I'm I glad to hear your words you have said everything that this girl has always needed to hear you healed me in so many ways I can't thank you enough I've been abused so your words hit every part that was missing all of those great words that great advice knows how to fix thanks man your a great person GOD bless you ❤
Nice to meet you, Cindy! Wow-your kind words went straight to my heart. Thank you for taking the time to share them with me. I wish you health and happiness! 🙏🏻💙
Using my knees like springs! Very useful when falling and trying to get back on my legs ... running like a chicken until able to stop! Very good lesson in life! I keep training my knees.
LOL!!!!! A SPRING chicken who had just FALLen! Ando you are too much! Long time ago the I have been a young chick! I am more like in my FALL(ing) season!
Hey! 5 years later, I’m still watching this video. This time, the lesson I decided to take is to breathe, breathe deeply in any situation. It fuels the brain and the muscles.🧠💪🏻
Best video! I practice these techniques, good to know I am practicing martial arts. I just thought, if I have to push this boulder up this hill every day, I'm going to do it with my mind and my spirit as one! Shake the pillars of heaven!
That about to protect my head, my friend told me that too a few days ago, he knows that because he is going kick boxing, but that video teached me how to protect my whole body.
@@AndoMierzwa I’m just waiting for the wax on wax off and paint the fence video! I love that it’s very practical to practice at home and not a fantasy of being a movie star fighter.
I enjoyed finishing this to my thought of practicing as you described into a slow cadence, at position of attention calf raises with long breaths. Could also add stomach vacuums and something for upper torso, make it more comprehensive. Maybe not more affective.
This lesson was worth the wait! You are a great teacher. I like how you combine mental strength with physical and sprinkle some humor at times. Thank you for this wonderful lesson number 3! Do you watch Cobra Kai? :)
I would like an expertly advice, say I'm walking down the street and a person or a group of guys look at me aggressively or like they want to intimidate me what is the best way to handle it?
Another excellent video Ando 👍 One thing I'd like to say, that simply works for me, it's not advice, it's not intended as a contradiction to your point on not allowing yourself to shrink, because that is so so important. It's simply a comparison that I find interesting and hope that you might find interesting too. So one of the things that I have learned in all my years of Martial Arts and Self Defense is "Fight on Your Terms/React Unexpectedly, as Opposed to Reacting the Way They Want You To. That's How They Win." I am naturally a very nice person, skinny, and have always seemed "Weak". I look that way, even nerdy, however I have learned to use that to my advantage, as an "Act". Yes, as you say, it does absolutely make for an easier target, and in fact that has happened with me once or twice, but I use it against them. They get one heck of a surprise to find out that I am not simply some skinny weakling, but rather a nasty adversary. It's a preemptive psychological attack, that automatically leads into an unexpected response from me, attacking their mind and intent at its core. I use my "weakness" as my greatest strength, and it actually makes me more confident in myself, and in my training. I always hear people saying things like "You don't look like much" and I simply reply with "That's the idea, I do it on purpose, like camouflage." Just thought I'd weigh in and maybe say that it is possible to even trick your own mind into thinking it is strong, even when you seem/feel weak. 😉
Hey Ando, well thought, put together and presented, little lecture here,. Its not often my family find ourselves having a productive half hour discussion on the content of a youtube video, and so, hats off to you! Respect and thanks, from a budding family of Aussie Taekwondoists
I had a smart alec "self-defense" instructor once tell me I was doing it All wrong.... SO_ I invited him to put on full padding etc. and let's try it again-- He says " I don't need any padding- you'll never make contact"-- he very much regretted that less than 2 minutes later.. I also guarantee he's NOT going to be judging anyone because they do differently than what he does either!! :) GREAT VIDEO.. as usual.. I "rarely" ever us a "stance" any more.. especially if it's a surprize encounter that turns into a TRANSACTION.. and I'm NOT going to pay for it.. havne't but TWICE!!!
Thank you Ando, I've found your channel 3 days ago, And I've been watching every single video in there, Different from the other masters, You show life advice too. Even my self-confident is being increased after watching your videos and learning from you, I appreciate your work. I still have a broken knuckles from punch before, the smallest one to the right on my right hand, Since that time, I stopped and starting to avoid fighting which reduced my self-confident cause I felt like every punch may hurt me, But I saw your video about which knuckles are alright to fight safely. So, Your channel is just awesome, Keep up the amazing work
Nice to meet you! Sorry about your knuckle, but glad you're still on the road to improving yourself. You're be better than ever in no time! Keep fighting! :)
I have one question. I know that it's bad when you stop breathing when under stress. I notice people (including me) do that when trying to practice complex move, so being scared or angry is not the only stress that makes you hold your breath. My question is what if you are in a fight. How do you breathe then. Do you try to not breathe too fast? One of the teachers I had said that you shouldn't let yourself breathe uncontrollably when you get tired. You should always try to somewhat control your breath and prevent it from going too fast. Of course you will need more oxygen so you should breathe a bit faster and deeper, but try to keep it under control. Is that a good thing to do? Some people say you should trust your body. If it wants to breathe fast, do it.
Like anything, extremes are usually not good. Breathing naturally, as much as you need, is good enough... walking or fighting. Training helps control the emotions, whcih allows the breathing to be natural.
Calming Breathes, Taking one to three deep breaths when under stressors. Taking a deep breath really does calm you down by triggering neurons in your brain which tell the body it is time to relax, a new study has found. ... The neurons which link breathing to to relaxation, attention, excitement and anxiety are located deep in the brainstem. Power of science right?
Note: If you get hit in the liver, you're going down. Protect your head and sides. I watched a video on it earlier. It showed clips of boxers (i think) getting kicked/punched in the liver and they just dropped.
I try everything to gain confidence but nothing work on me I am trying to follow every step you are guiding by seeing one video on daily basis hope it helps I feel confident now☺️and these things definitely help one day I believe 😊😊thankyou so much sir ji. ❤ From haryana
You are really best your video worth of million likes as you have unique way of teaching thanks for giving such self defense classes And from which country you belong sir?
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I'm a computer guy, tied to a chair all day. When I started training few years ago I started fixing my stances everywhere. On the chair, when standing, walking or lifting things.I more and more try to have straight and relaxed stance. It's not easy because I'm a little late for that, but anything is better than nothing. There is a big improvement for my back pain and overall condition. I'm 63 kg and getting heavy things out of my car's trunk is not an easy job, but now I don't feel that much stress in my waist when I do that. I just don't bend over that much. Stance is important not only for self-defense.
And a story to show that stance and breathing is important. If you are at the airport and someone comes to you and says "do you need a taxi". The answer should be "No". But the guy kept insisting "It'll be cheap ... bla bla". So we negotiated a price and I went with him knowing that it might cost me a lot more. I noticed a legit taxi of known company, but I still didn't know if he's a fraud. When we were at the half the road I noticed the taximeter was going over the agreed amount so I said "You know we have an agreement, right?" and I was pissed when he said "are you doubting the taximeter". But I staid calm, I made myself comfortable, I tried to breathe normally. So when we arrived the taximeter showed double the price I usually pay, but I payed what we agreed, ready to fight with words or punches, but he said only "could you at least tip me for a coffee". I gave him tip because I know what we agreed to is lower than usual. I've had the same situation few times before. They never give up that easy. If you try to talk to them - they abuse you. If you start yelling to them - they respond with the same. If you talk calm, but determined and keep your confidence, then you have a fighting chance.
Excellent real-life examples of mental and physical balance. Thank you for sharing that!
Just tell him you’re expecting someone else to pick you up and that they’re on there way right now. See if he keeps bothering you.
This is so helpful thank you so much
@@AndoMierzwa I have trouble hurting people,yeah I know I am already pro at being nice but how do I get into a state where I don't care and am willing to hurt someone badly?
@@bricktea3645 For me, if what you're fighting for is important, you'll do what you need to do. If it's not important, you won't. So, really figure out what you'll fight for and what you won't.
I really need to restrain myself from writing a huge letter of feedback right now so I will try to condense it is short as I can (it will probably end up long anyway):
You are the most genuine and authentic "traditional" martial arts instructor I have, probably ever, seen.
I was as always really sceptical when I first clicked on one of your videos, ready to be disappointed again (You probably already know the many reasons why). But with each passing minute I was delighted to realize that you actually have a deep understanding of martial arts and very solid concepts of how to blend modern and traditional techniques and practices.
No Fake and cringeworthy attitude, no "bullshit" techniques, no delusional instructor . Just pure, authentic, informative and deeply reflected content in a nicely condensed format with a clean (and funny :'D) editing style.
I have never seen you spar but weirdly enough I don't even feel the need for it to trust your instructions, which is very unusual.
You have done your fair share of work of finding the truth, what works and what doesn't in which context, and it just shines through everything you say and demonstrate so visibly, that it completely eradicated my almost habitual doubt against traditionalists. It's the only way to put it in one sentence.
I have no problem calling you Sensei, in fact I think its quite accurate. I feel like spotting a developed human beeing is just as easy as spotting a fake one.
Thanks for walking that path, Sensei Ando.
Also: Subscribed boys!
Wow! Thank you so much for the kind words, sir. Yes, I truly love martial arts and just want to share what I've found so far. I know there will always be people who don't like my "vibe", but the fact that I can connect with someone like you makes it all worthwhile. Thank you again for taking the time to spread some positivity! Keep fighting, my friend! :)
He is a fantastic insrructer who has gained my respect over the years i have been following him!
I’m terrible at writing,but thank you for writing this. I agree he is awesome.
@@AndoMierzwa I’m going to start praying for you daily, you mean that much to me Sir!
@@daniel77738 I am truly honored, Daniel. Blessings to you! 🙏
This course has a lot to do with psychology. I've been a fighter in my life for a long time. I always put up a fight. But i can tell this if you have a weak mindset you'll never fight to your fullest. E.g. if you don't care about living but fighting to your last breath. That's a big drawback. I'm glad that this course addresses a lot about psychology and proper mindset. You have my thanks!
I've got to HAND it to you: GREAT PUN, and even greater lesson! :-)
The pain. Please... no more pain. :D Thanks, Jakob!
You are amazing telling the real meaning of self defence and it's importance in life
Thank you for the kind words. Happy training!
You are explaining simply sir
Hey handsome and kind hearted guy,I had recently saw some videos on self defence techniques and suddenly one of your videos comes in my recommendation and I just clicked it and now I'm watching your videos continuosly.You are such a good person apart from giving martial art training or self defence techniques you are giving peoples basic life lessons and it's all free. A good person like you can charge huge amount for giving this much of valuable information but you are giving it free to everyone you are so so nice. It is my whole heartedly prayers that God bless you and help you to achieve every goal of your life Thank you so much for imparting such valuable education to everyone on this platform we need more people like you In this world. Tysm!❤️Lots of love from india🇮🇳❤️
Hi Riya! 😃 Wow-thank you for the very kind words. You made my heart happy! 🙏🏻 Blessings upon you, too. Love back from the USA! 🇺🇸💖
@@AndoMierzwa omg you replied ❤️🌸 there are only few youtubers who gives replies to their subscribers you are such a good soul...♥️✨
@@riya.aa__ I am honored by your kindness, Riya! 💖
Another great principle-driven self-defense lesson. The fanciest architecture is useless without a proper foundation. And an excellent foundation in self-defense will be sufficient for 90% of confrontations any civilian faces.
This is what Miyamoto Musashi meant when he wrote, "Make your fighting stance your common way of standing, and your common way of standing your fighting stance." In this way, you are practicing your martial art all the time and you don't have to "get ready" to defend yourself. It was also a fundamental principle of Bruce Lee in JKD: you do not chamber or cock before attacking, but attack from where you already are.
Great stuff! Advanced martial strategy from the beginning: attitude, awareness, structure, breathing.
Yes! That Mushashi quote was a game-changer when I first read it. Oops--I mean, a LIFE-changer! Glad we're on the same page, Ken! Thanks for the insightful comment!
Thank you SO MUCH. Best self-defense channel I've seen around here
I appreciate that very much. Thank you! 🙏🏻
Thank you so much Ando! Every time you enlightened me with courage! Not only martial art, I learned the basics of the basics on how to pursue and face everything in life.
Thankyou Ando for another great life lesson in the world of self defense really finding your advise helpful
Always happy for your support, my friend! Thank you!
Sensei Ando always gives great advice!
Another home run!! You have absolutely the best ways of framing critical concepts! Thank you so much for making this, I will refer back to it.
Great to hear from you , Sifu! Thank you for your inspiring work as well!
Love you sir
Love back atcha!
You’re hilarious; I love your quotes. Also, this video series. Self defense anyone can use is very important! Don’t give away your power... physical, spiritual and mental...
Thanks for the support, Taekwondoista! :)
Wow. It'd soo great to see you after so long.
I appreciate that! Good to see you, too!
Thank u so much I'm a student n i really need this in my world
I’m honored by the comment. Thank you!
Wow! I'm came across this playlist after 5 years and I'm glad I did. I'd say this, this is a better cure to depression than counseling. Because this is literally it, you suffer depression when someone takes away your place. You learn to take it back, fill up your space as he said, and that's the cure!
Thanks so much for saying hello! Yes, keep filling your space! 😁👍🏼
Thank you! Your videos is so much value.
I appreciate that. Thank you! 🙏🏻
Sensei, you are the best!
I am a big fan of your talking style, the way you explain and just everything!
Presently, I am just brown belt in Karate and I wish one day I will become a great martial artist like you. You are the best sensei! 😊
Thank you for the comment, Casey... and congrats on the brown belt! Now keep going! Stay on the path and you'll be way BETTER than me! :)
Ando Mierzwa Don't mention it sensei. Instead thanks to you for replying!
And I don't know I can be better than you or not, I just wanna be like you. And you are not less than a legend for me. I would love to contact you. Have a great time sensei! :)
I appreciate that, sir. Keep fighting! :)
This is the best video I have ever seen for martial arts the right way
A great compliment. Thank you, sir!
Simple but profound. Eloquently put. Appreciate it :)
Thank you very much for the kindness! :)
These unexpected jokes are hilarious 😂😂
Thank you very much! 😁🙏🏻
You sir are hilarious, passionate, and and inspiration to.. well, inspire.
That means a lot to me. Thank you!
Thank you Sir!
Please continue the series.
Absolutely, sir! :)
4:14 Two Priorities (keep in mind at all times) - 1. Protect your head 2. Stay on your feet
10:18 Bend your knees (absorb and deliver force) The powerful muscles of your legs should feel like springs
12:13 *Goal* - Keep Breathing as if you are having the Best Day Ever
14:20 Remember - Don't let anyone or anyone or anything shrink you . Focus on your posture and take a breath.
Remember how Brave and Powerful you really are.
Great summary Rover.
I have shared this with someone I love who continues to be bullied by an ex. You are spot on that we all have a right to be here, we are powerful, and no one has the right to make us question that, because of their own traumas and insecurity and fear. We need to teach people to heal their own wounds rather than project them on others. Unfortunately we can’t help most of these bullies because they do not want to be helped. They want to continue to exhort what they didn’t work for from others. As my mentor used to say: “you can’t help people who are drowning unless they have their hand up... they have to assist in their rescue.” The only thing you can control is you.
I know I’ve watched this video before, but repetition is the mother of all skill. And watching these kinds of truly helpful tips many times helps make it a habit.
Thank you for all you do in the world, truly.
Taekwondoista
Waited for dis lesson.well done again.dese r actual lessons which no one teaches.You are a true teacher.
Comments like that make my day. Thank you, sir!
Ando giving them great life tips love it and I love sensei ando
Love you, too, Dillon! Thank you!
Ando Mierzwa 🇨🇮👍👍👍👊🏻👊🏻👊🏻
Man of my uncle's age( who ever demotivate me ever) are my real motivation love u sir
Love to you!
Wow this was beautiful and touching. Brought tears to my eyes. The very foundations for a perfect life.
I appreciate that. Thank you! 🙏🏻
Great stuff to be able to put on an act in order to buy a bit of surprise. Curling forward, head down, shuffling, crying is GREAT for an act that could save your life, buy a few seconds to get the critical first hit in firstus! Cause, pretty much, newbies and little people have but one chance at the beginning of a confrontation. Then you are down and out.
Psychological tactics can change everything, for sure. Thank you again, Sharon!
Wow, some great points.
So glad you liked it! Thank you for the comment!
You can never work on the basics too much. Great video.
I agree 100%! 😁
I’m gonna share them with my friends and family, thanks again.
I’m honored. 🙏🏻
you sound like i am listening 80's audio cd but you really a trainer at physical and mental level
Hey--if it was true in the 80's, it's probably true now! :)
Thank you so much for making these videos. I was taking classes with grandmaster Chang He teaches judo, taekwondo, and Akido mix. I had to quit because I was going to school during the day and working at night and trying to do the martial arts in the morning before school. I’ve always loved Martial arts, but unfortunately didn’t pick up the classes again. I started feeling like it might be too late but now I want to get back into it. Thank you for making these videos, they’re great for anybody who is trying to learn some self-defense moves and they’re also great for people trying to get back into martial arts.
Yay! I’m so happy you found these videos, too. It’s never too late to increase your power! 😁😄
1:20 LOL! You never fail to make me laugh! :)
Happy to hear that! Thank you!
Gonna work on BOTH of these...thanks Sensei Ando for making me a better human :-)
Thanks! But I suspect you were pretty good to begin with! :)
Here at school there's a guy that always wants to fight, nothing too serious but the way he fights is very overwhelming, this video really helped me out
Stay safe! 🙏🏻
Sensei Ando, I want to see more of you in your classes. Mr. Sweet ain't so sweet at all in his class. Boy, howdy, you 'change' into the gnarly instructor, perfect!
Keepin' it friendly... in public! ;)
Apart from being a great Teacher you're a very good speaker...hope had met you and try to learn from you.
It would be my pleasure! 🙏🏻
Thanks Ando , your exercises are always motivate me to train Martial Arts .
That makes me very happy! Thanks for the comment, Mohammed!
Hi Sensei Ando,
Recently got my Kickboxing first dan, and your videos have been a great help.
Thanks mate
Ross
ROSS! That's freakin' awesome! Thanks for letting me know. Keep kicking!
man, i could really listen to the most boring school lessons from you, and ill be 100% focused and smiling
you the best at what you do on TH-cam, wait for it Ando, and ONE DAY YOU WILL MAKE IT TO 1M+ SUBS, i promise you sifu
because a great guy like u can only rise!, thanks to everything you helped me with even without you knowing, we appreciate you
Wow. I really appreciate the support, my friend. Thank you!!
thank you too :D
Thank u so much please do more videos like this
Hi Constance! I will! Don't let anybody push you around! :-)
Ando Mierzwa ok thank you so much for your help
Thank you for taking your time to help others
It is my pleasure! Thank you! 🙏🏻
Almost got into a fight the other week and I agree, I feel like the guy was picking on me because I came off as weak with my posture, I tried defending my self verbally but my body language didn't show it so the instigator was probably even more confident and thought I was no threat. Not gonna lie I was a bit nervous but still ready to fight
Jeremy Whitfield,
Better to avoid any fights unless you don't have a choice left.
K Ismail ur absolutely right, sometimes ego does get in the way though, unfortunately
Glad you're okay, Jeremy! It's also great how you see yourself so clearly… that makes development and improvement much easier! Keep fighting!
True dat!
Ando Mierzwa thank you
I was looking for self defense classes because I witnessed a lady on her way to church get mugged this morning before breakfast and then I found you I know idk you but man I'm I glad to hear your words you have said everything that this girl has always needed to hear you healed me in so many ways I can't thank you enough I've been abused so your words hit every part that was missing all of those great words that great advice knows how to fix thanks man your a great person GOD bless you ❤
Nice to meet you, Cindy! Wow-your kind words went straight to my heart. Thank you for taking the time to share them with me. I wish you health and happiness! 🙏🏻💙
@@AndoMierzwa aww same to you
U do a great job of engaging your audience.
I'm very grateful for every single person who stops by! Thank you!
Another brilliant and - yes - inspiring video. Thanks!
My pleasure, RoseAnne! Thank you!
Using my knees like springs! Very useful when falling and trying to get back on my legs ... running like a chicken until able to stop! Very good lesson in life! I keep training my knees.
Yes! You're a spring chicken, Ingrid! :D
LOL!!!!! A SPRING chicken who had just FALLen!
Ando you are too much! Long time ago the I have been a young chick! I am more like in my FALL(ing) season!
Keep clucking, Ingrid! :)
Sure will! That's the easy part!
Hey! 5 years later, I’m still watching this video. This time, the lesson I decided to take is to breathe, breathe deeply in any situation. It fuels the brain and the muscles.🧠💪🏻
God love you Ando....Wishes & prayers.
Love and prayers to you, too, sir!
Love you sir ❤️
Thank you sensei. It is very timely for me. Thank you for ur wise words and sound advice
My pleasure! Hope you're okay!
Best video! I practice these techniques, good to know I am practicing martial arts. I just thought, if I have to push this boulder up this hill every day, I'm going to do it with my mind and my spirit as one! Shake the pillars of heaven!
Keep shaking! :)
That about to protect my head, my friend told me that too a few days ago, he knows that because he is going kick boxing, but that video teached me how to protect my whole body.
Yes! Head first… then everything else. 👍🏼
Quote of the day: The Secret to inspiration is inspiration!!
Glad you liked that!👍🏼
Thank you very much for these videos
Thank you very much for watching! 🙏🏻
It was like this series was made for me! Thanks for creating this!
I truly appreciate that, Chris! Thank you and happy training! 🙏🏻
@@AndoMierzwa I’m just waiting for the wax on wax off and paint the fence video! I love that it’s very practical to practice at home and not a fantasy of being a movie star fighter.
@@chrissosa1395 Ha! No waxing, but definitely practical. Real life can be far more interesting than fantasy if we pay attention. 😁
I enjoyed finishing this to my thought of practicing as you described into a slow cadence, at position of attention calf raises with long breaths. Could also add stomach vacuums and something for upper torso, make it more comprehensive. Maybe not more affective.
Hey Ando great advice often overlooked but crucial to your art and every day life
Agreed! Thanks for the comment!
This video is just great and an inspiration indeed
Thank you very much!
Once again, another great video!
Once again, thank you for your support! :)
I like how you demonstrated my favorite stance. Also, Uncle Iroh did say that power comes from the breath, not the muscles.
Wise words. :-)
This self defense video dare I say came in handy for me
I truly hope so! Thank you for the comment!
Thanks for the video. This is definitely something I agree with. I'm going to share theses lesson with my family ;p
That is a great complement. Thank you for your good heart!
Thank you very much 💙
I will follow ur advice
thks
Can you make videos more often? I like your videos!
I'm working on that! :)
This lesson was worth the wait! You are a great teacher. I like how you combine mental strength with physical and sprinkle some humor at times. Thank you for this wonderful lesson number 3! Do you watch Cobra Kai? :)
Thank you! It all goes together, right? Mind, body, and spirit. Haven't seen Cobra Kai yet... but I will! :)
You're welcome, Ando. It definitely does go together and now I see more benefits in learning self-defense. OK, that's great! :)
I would like an expertly advice, say I'm walking down the street and a person or a group of guys look at me aggressively or like they want to intimidate me what is the best way to handle it?
I learned so much from you!!! Thank you!
My pleasure! 🙏🏻
Another excellent video Ando 👍 One thing I'd like to say, that simply works for me, it's not advice, it's not intended as a contradiction to your point on not allowing yourself to shrink, because that is so so important. It's simply a comparison that I find interesting and hope that you might find interesting too.
So one of the things that I have learned in all my years of Martial Arts and Self Defense is "Fight on Your Terms/React Unexpectedly, as Opposed to Reacting the Way They Want You To. That's How They Win."
I am naturally a very nice person, skinny, and have always seemed "Weak". I look that way, even nerdy, however I have learned to use that to my advantage, as an "Act".
Yes, as you say, it does absolutely make for an easier target, and in fact that has happened with me once or twice, but I use it against them. They get one heck of a surprise to find out that I am not simply some skinny weakling, but rather a nasty adversary. It's a preemptive psychological attack, that automatically leads into an unexpected response from me, attacking their mind and intent at its core.
I use my "weakness" as my greatest strength, and it actually makes me more confident in myself, and in my training.
I always hear people saying things like "You don't look like much" and I simply reply with "That's the idea, I do it on purpose, like camouflage."
Just thought I'd weigh in and maybe say that it is possible to even trick your own mind into thinking it is strong, even when you seem/feel weak. 😉
I love all of that, David! Thank you for taking the time to share some good advice. Happy training to you!
@@AndoMierzwa And to you 👍
Hey Ando, well thought, put together and presented, little lecture here,. Its not often my family find ourselves having a productive half hour discussion on the content of a youtube video, and so, hats off to you! Respect and thanks, from a budding family of Aussie Taekwondoists
Did you say a family of Taekwondoists? That's awesome! Keep that family fighting spirit alive, Paul!
Simply...I love this vids...
Thank you very much, Fabian!
Thanks for the valuable information I have benefited from this information
Very happy to hear that! Thank you!
Lesson 3 done.
Thanks Ando👍
My pleasure, Julio!🙏🏻
very good and concise information thank you
My pleasure, sir! Thank you!
Brilliant.
Thank you!
🙏 Excellent
This is so useful, Arigato Sensei
I appreciate the comment. Thank you very much!
I had a smart alec "self-defense" instructor once tell me I was doing it All wrong.... SO_ I invited him to put on full padding etc. and let's try it again-- He says " I don't need any padding- you'll never make contact"-- he very much regretted that less than 2 minutes later.. I also guarantee he's NOT going to be judging anyone because they do differently than what he does either!! :) GREAT VIDEO.. as usual.. I "rarely" ever us a "stance" any more.. especially if it's a surprize encounter that turns into a TRANSACTION.. and I'm NOT going to pay for it.. havne't but TWICE!!!
Thank you Ando, I've found your channel 3 days ago, And I've been watching every single video in there, Different from the other masters, You show life advice too. Even my self-confident is being increased after watching your videos and learning from you, I appreciate your work. I still have a broken knuckles from punch before, the smallest one to the right on my right hand, Since that time, I stopped and starting to avoid fighting which reduced my self-confident cause I felt like every punch may hurt me, But I saw your video about which knuckles are alright to fight safely. So, Your channel is just awesome, Keep up the amazing work
Nice to meet you! Sorry about your knuckle, but glad you're still on the road to improving yourself. You're be better than ever in no time! Keep fighting! :)
Yeah :D *Keep Fighting For a Happy Life*
You got it! :D
Legendary!!!
Ha! Working on it!
Thankyou Sir .
Thank you for being here!
missed your vids Master
Thank you, sir! I'll try to work faster! :-)
Take your time to make these awesome videos, sir. Don’t rush!🙂
Thank you, Rebecca! :)
Ando Mierzwa you’re welcome sir
😊
Lesson 3 ✊🏼
Thanks! 👍🏼
I have one question. I know that it's bad when you stop breathing when under stress. I notice people (including me) do that when trying to practice complex move, so being scared or angry is not the only stress that makes you hold your breath. My question is what if you are in a fight. How do you breathe then. Do you try to not breathe too fast? One of the teachers I had said that you shouldn't let yourself breathe uncontrollably when you get tired. You should always try to somewhat control your breath and prevent it from going too fast. Of course you will need more oxygen so you should breathe a bit faster and deeper, but try to keep it under control. Is that a good thing to do? Some people say you should trust your body. If it wants to breathe fast, do it.
Like anything, extremes are usually not good. Breathing naturally, as much as you need, is good enough... walking or fighting. Training helps control the emotions, whcih allows the breathing to be natural.
Calming Breathes, Taking one to three deep breaths when under stressors. Taking a deep breath really does calm you down by triggering neurons in your brain which tell the body it is time to relax, a new study has found. ... The neurons which link breathing to to relaxation, attention, excitement and anxiety are located deep in the brainstem. Power of science right?
Great video
Appreciate that, Tony!
great videos sensei
Thank you very much, Zeeshan!
Mr Ando pls teach us how to knokdown bad guys
Note: If you get hit in the liver, you're going down. Protect your head and sides.
I watched a video on it earlier. It showed clips of boxers (i think) getting kicked/punched in the liver and they just dropped.
Don't get hit anywhere... that's even better! :)
6:29 someone would just say "Peace was never an option" and close their fist close once the bad guy is too close
Very nice
Thank you!
I try everything to gain confidence but nothing work on me I am trying to follow every step you are guiding by seeing one video on daily basis hope it helps I feel confident now☺️and these things definitely help one day I believe 😊😊thankyou so much sir ji. ❤ From haryana
Yes, Haryana! One day at a time. Build up your courage and skills little by little. That’s how winning is done! 🤜🏼🤛🏼
You make sense. Open hands you can still do a palm strike
Absolutely, Chris. And hopefully, get away without even doing that!
Hey dude thanks for all the defence tactics it helps with my martial arts I do at the moment.
Awesome. That was the goal! Keep fighting!
To anyone thinking that is it helpful?
My answer - it is!!!
I appreciate that. Thank you! 🙏🏻
Ando, 9:52 was absolutely hilarious.
Ha! Thanks, Blake! :)
You are really best your video worth of million likes as you have unique way of teaching thanks for giving such self defense classes
And from which country you belong sir?
Thank you for the kind words! 🙏🏻 I am in Los Angeles, USA. Stay safe!