
But for the most part, you should enjoy yourself. Realistically, not every aspect of martial arts will be enjoyable. On the other hand, when you enjoy an activity, you’re much more likely to sustain it for the long-term. When you participate in something that you don’t enjoy, how long are you likely to continue doing it? Probably not all that long.
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Emphasizing the process helps you keep your momentum going week after week. Remember that learning martial arts is a process and focus on the small steps that will get you to a long-term goal. On the days that your training doesn’t go as well as you had hoped, cut yourself some slack. Martial arts is a practice which means you’ll have some good days and some not so good days. When it comes to learning martial arts, it’s not realistic to expect that you’ll perform your best in each class.

Why do you continue showing up? Focus on that “why” every time you show up to train. Whenever your motivation drops, remind yourself of your intention. Identifying the purpose of your training can be a great source of motivation.

What was it that first got you interested in learning martial arts? Did you want to learn self-defense? Or were you looking for a new way to lose weight and improve your fitness? Maybe you were looking for a fun way to meet some new people? Whatever the reason for your introduction to martial arts, it’s helpful to remind yourself of what got you interested.

So how do you stay focused and driven to succeed in your martial arts training? Here are a few tips to help you maintain your motivation in martial arts: 1. Motivation plays an essential role in this success both in martial arts as well as in your life. Understanding your personal motivation behind your martial arts training can help you stay committed to your practice and working toward future success.
