Podcast Episodes

As technology continues to progress, we have more ways than ever before to communicate with others. However, we think most would agree we are actually more out of touch than ever before. Not only are we out of touch with …

After recording last week's episode , we got to talking with Brian Billig more about fundamentals, and how important they are. Fundamentals played a crucial part in his football coaching. He still focuses on the basics in eve...

Senseis Aurora Brunovsky and 11-year-old Brian Billig (who recently earned his black belt) along with Brian's dad join us on this episode. We discuss how baseline experimentation can be used in all aspects of life to always i...

The day this episode was recorded, it happened to be "What You Think Grows Upon You Day." Sensei Hoover and Steve Mittman talk about focusing thoughts and manifesting things into existence. This, in fact, is how the Journey F...

At HKA there is what we call the 6 “Selfs” — the most important one being Self-Discipline. Without self-discipline none of the other selfs are possible. Often self-discipline comes down to having an argument with yourself, no...

The Ready Stance and Relaxed Position are some of the first things one learns when training in the martial arts. Additionally, while other elements of training constantly evolve with the times, these positions have remained u...

There are very few things you can practice that collectively improve your mind, body, and spirit all together. Training in the martial arts is one of them. In previous episodes, we talked about strengthening your mind , your ...

As we said before , most people when they train typically see changes occurring physically first, then mentally, and spiritually last. In the last episode , we talked about some of those physical changes — getting stronger, f...

Continuing where he left off last episode , Sensei Hoover shares what he has experienced in the progressive development of his own mind, body, and spirit. The essence of this podcast — Attack Life, Not Others — is realizing w...

In this brief episode, you'll hear these main points: There's a reason we say martial arts, and not martial sports Martial arts seem to have some level of mysticism attached, however, everything still needs to be (or at least...

We all face fear and anxiety at one point or another. Faith, family, and friends are what pull you through. This episode was recorded LIVE from the fundraising event to honor the Florida HS victims we talked about in Ep …

There's nothing wrong with being a gamer, but it's important to get out, get involved, and see the physical world. Look for a bigger and brighter world. If you enjoy Attack Life, Not Others we’d greatly appreciate you leaving...

Last episode Chelsea Hoover from Fuel for Thought Nutrition talked about the best way to fuel your body before you work out, no matter what your workout is. This time you'll hear exactly what — and when — to eat …

Chelsea Hoover, MS, RD, LDN joins us to talk about the best way to fuel your body and get the most out of whatever you're doing — whether it's martial arts, running, strength training, or any other workout. If you …

In a reality-based martial arts system, there are no rules. Or are there? When one immerses him or herself in a RBMA, it filters through and translates to everything in their life. There are no rules in the context of …

With multiple styles of martial arts blended into one (or “mixed” as some would say, therefore the term “MMA” — mixed martial arts), Sensei Hoover has developed 6 different formats designed for the specific needs of each part...

In a recent "mat chat" Sensei Hoover asked students of the Junior class 3 questions: Why are you here? What is the enemy of greatness? Who ate nine? Hear their answers, along with his take on those questions. Also, Sensei …

Registration Deadline is April 7th | Register by sending an email to: HKAfundraiser@gmail.com “Whatever the problem, be part of the solution.” The world needs great leaders like these amazing HKA high school students. Februar...

Martial arts are about discipline, respect, control, confidence, and awareness — along with strength of mind and body. Defending oneself physically is only a last resort. A person with these qualities and this mindset is a Pe...

The belt system in martial arts. How did it start? How do you know when it's time to test for the next belt? Is it up to you or your instructor? Martial arts are about the development of the individual. …

For Sensei Tim Hoover and those around him, the martial arts are a way of life. "Attack Life, Not Others" — Hoover Karate Academy's podcast — is an insight into that life. By listening and subscribing, you'll gain a better …