I did it as a kid (I think - I just remember it as karate) and enjoyed it, but when I got back to a martial art as a teen I followed m uncle into Muay Thai. Now i'm injured so will be unable to do any martial art for around 6 months, but when I do get back to it i'll probably go back to Muay Thai or have a look at a Systema class if I can find one in Glasgow.
Can I ask Rod, what benefits you have found in other aspects of your life from doing Karate?
Hi Steven. Well, in answer to your question; The will to succeed is a great benefit that I have gained.
I also learnt a bit of humility after being a cocky kind of upstart. I gained this from being kicked around when I thought I was the best as well as seeing people with little natural aptitude carry on in a determined way with their training.
Probably the most important benefit is the friends that I have gained over the years and the fact that I met my partner some years ago in our karate club in Chingford.
Cheers
Rod
