101 Reasons to Learn Martial Arts

I’d bet you’d be hard pressed to find a black belt who would trade all of their knowledge, experience and friendships they made along the way for million dollars. It’s certainly a worthy endeavor that is highly rewarding.

If you’ve been thinking about starting yourself, here are 101 reasons for you to consider…

1. Because it will help you feel confident in yourself
2. Because you want to know what to do “when it hits the fan”
3. Because you feel nervous walking to your car at night
4. Because you’ll feel proud of yourself
5. Because it helps you lose some weight
6. Because it helps to relieve stress
7. Because it gives you “you time”
8. Because it’s cheaper than a personal trainer
9. Because it increases your productivity at work
10. Because it is a great investment in yourself
11. Because it will make you walk taller
12. Because you may need to protect your loved ones someday
13. Because you want to be able to take care of yourself
14. Because it improves your balance
15. Because it improves your coordination
16. Because it improves your flexibility
17. Because it can help you sleep better at night
18. Because it makes you sweat
19. Because it sharpens your mind
20. Because it increases your awareness
21. Because it builds character
22. Because you are worth it
23. Because you deserve a better life
24. Because you want to meet new people
25. Because you’ve always wanted to earn a black belt
26. Because it elevates your spirit
27. Because you want a workout with a purpose
28. Because it is an adventure worth taking
29. Because it will boost your energy
30. Because it will help you remain calm in difficult situations
31. Because it is empowering
32. Because it will help you feel safer
33. Because it helps increase your longevity
34. Because it helps you learn to never give up
35. Because it helps become more patient
36. Because it is exhilarating
37. Because punching something feels so good
38. Because kicking something feels even better
39. Because it gives you inner peace
40. Because your friends will see a change in you
41. Because it sets you apart from your friends
42. Because it helps you to overcome challenges
43. Because it forces you to become disciplined
44. Because it is based on philosophy
45. Because it emphasizes self-restraint
46. Because it connects you to a rich history and tradition
47. Because you lose your ego and become more humble in the process
48. Because it feeds your need to be creative
49. Because it fulfills your need to compete
50. Because it will help you develop your leadership skills
51. Because it teaches you to overcome self doubt
52. Because you will learn something new
53. Because earning a black belt is an accomplishment few have earned
54. Because it helps you fulfill your curiosity about the martial arts
55. Because it helps you to remain focused in your everyday life
56. Because it pushes you to break through your own limits
57. Because it can help you overcome your anxiety of being attacked
58. Because you’re seeking balance in your life
59. Because you want you want to belong to something
60. Because you have always felt uncoordinated
61. Because it emphasizes respect of others
62. Because it connects you to a rich and fascinating history
63. Because you’re tired of sitting on the couch
64. Because you’re tired of hearing about how awesome it is from your friend
65. Because you’re seeking something physically challenging
66. Because you want to participate in something mentally stimulating
67. Because you need a break from your kids
68. Because you’re never to old to get started
69. Because you want motivation to keep active
70. Because you need a break from your usual routine
71. Because you need something to do besides just work
72. Because you think going to the gym is boring
73. Because you don’t know what to do if you were ever confronted
74. Because you like being around honest people
75. Because you like being around courteous people
76. Because you know that without perseverance nothing meaningful can be achieved
77. Because being honorable in your all your dealings in important to you
78. Because its something you won’t regret
79. Because it keeps you mentally sharp
80. Because it makes you feel good about yourself
81. Because you want to get into better shape
82. Because it can help you overcome your fears
83. Because it can help you lower your blood pressure
84. Because it can help you get conditioned
85. Because you will learn to hit the right targets that get results
86. Because it will help you stop being a procrastinator
87. Because running isn’t your thing
88. Because you’re tired of feeling fatigued
89. Because you’re looking for a different way to exercise
90. Because it’s not all about just getting into better physical shape
91. Because you can inspire others
92. Because it brings about a gentleness within you
93. Because it can help you lower your heart rate
94. Because you feel like something is missing in your life
95. Because you want to learn self-defense
96. Because you don’t want to be bullied ever again
97. Because you don’t feel you can stick up for yourself
98. Because something bad happened in your life (and you never want it to happen again)
99. Because your body is meant to move
100. Because it will make you feel better
101. Because its fun!

I hope this long list of reasons why you should take martial arts gives you inspiration you’ve needed to finally begin taking martial arts as an adult.

 

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