Hey guys,

as modern martial artists I think we all realise the importance of a healthy mind and healthy body in relation to whateve discipline or style it is you practice.

With that said sometimes it is just difficult to get out of bed extra early to head down to the gym before work or to refuse that extra pint of lager or slice of cake.

With that in mind I thought this thread could be a place to post inspirational quotes or motivational stories, in other words a place to come when you need that extra kick to push you harder through the day.

I look forward to responses

Failing to prepare, is preparing to fail.

One of my all time favourites. Im one of those indviduals that used to do his homework right before class (is one example) or just cut corners where I had the opportunity!

Now in life I try and approach every challenge I face with 100% effort - always thinking about the consequences of failure!

'its easier to climb down a hil than up it, but the view is much better at the top'

'the more you sweat in the dojo, the less you bleed in the fight'

don't limit your challenges...challenge your limits

Be better than you were yesterday.

mule wrote:
Be better than you were yesterday.

Now that is what I mean by a truly great motivational quote, nice one mule

I'm full of crap like that.

Taken from an old diary;

"Say less than you are, be more than you say"

Do not fear your own success, Do not fear your failure...

I must not fear.
Fear is the mind-killer.
Fear is the little-death that brings total obliteration.
I will face my fear.
I will permit it to pass over me and through me.
And when it has gone past I will turn the inner eye to see its path.
Where the fear has gone there will be nothing.
Only I will remain.

Great topic!

Live well for today - be in the present moment - that's all you truly have.

Imagine someone else was preventing you from training - how would you respond?

A great pleasure in life is doing what people say you cannot do.



What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us.

Its like a finger pointing to the moon. Dont concentrate on the finger or you will miss all that heavenly glory.

(No prizes for the author of that one)

Always be prepared, dib dib dob dob