Some people take pride in how quickly they got their Black Belt. It took me 35 years to earn mine after starting to train Shotokan Karate-do. I guess you must be much better than me, and that's okay. #karate #martialarts

Karate isn't Japanese. It was born in Okinawa, a kingdom that traded with China, Japan, and Southeast Asia for centuries. The real origins might surprise you. Follow for more. #karate #martialarts

Karate was a secret. For centuries it was taught privately: at night, in courtyards, one student at a time. Now millions practice it worldwide. Think about that. #karate #martialarts

In the dojo of life, every strike teaches humility, for the hardest opponent is the ego within. #karate #martialarts

Always remember: life's battles are won not with brute force, but with the subtle art of adapting like water. This concept has always been applied in Karate and most martial arts. No one knows who said it first, but it was made famous by the great Bruce Lee. #karate #martialarts

The dojo floor absorbs sweat and tears, transforming them into the foundation of unbreakable spirit. Clear your mind, give it your best, and you'll start to understand the way of the empty hand. #karate #martialarts

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The belt around your waist is merely a reminder; the real rank is etched in the discipline of your mind. #karate #martialarts

Every Karateka: "My style is the best one, the correct one!" Don't forget that we are all martial artists and we all have the same passion for Karate-do. It doesn't matter how deep your stance is (dachi), or if you have a different form (kata). #karate #martialarts

The 4 main styles of Karate-do:
- Shotokan, by Gichin Funakoshi;
- Goju-Ryu, by Chojun Miyagi;
- Wado-Ryu, by Hironori Otsuka;
- Shito-Ryu, by Kenwa Mabuni.
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"Transform everything into karate; therein lies its exquisiteness." - Master Gichin Funakoshi #karate #martialarts

In Karate it is said that "the art of developing the mind is more important than the art of applying technique". I just realized this applies to everything in my life. #karate #martialarts

Martial arts reveal that control over others is an illusion. Mastery begins with commanding oneself. #karate #martialarts

Your Karate journey will lead you to give up or bounce back stronger. When something doesn't go your way, don't point fingers. Chances are, you're to blame for choosing the wrong path. In Karate, as in life, losing only happens when you accept defeat. #karate #martialarts

One Precept of Karate is to "first understand yourself, then understand others". I'm still struggling with the first part. Perhaps one day I'll feel ready to tackle the latter. #karate #martialarts

Master Gichin Funakoshi once said: "Karate supports righteousness". Letting that sink in... #karate #martialarts

Just here contemplating Master Gichin Funakoshi's Precept when he says Karate begins with courtesy and ends with respect. You can carry on scrolling... #karate #martialarts