Tonight, while attempting to express the importance of at-home training, I found myself using an old (but most useful) analogy. For those of you who go to school (be it elementary or university), ask yourselves these questions:
How many days do you go to school? (Probably 5)
And do you have homework? (Of course)
How many times a week are you at the dojo? (Probably 2 or 3)
And do you do your homework?
As with anything else, if you are to progress and become more proficient in karate, you must practice on a regular basis. A few hours a week in the dojo is not going to make you the best student you can be. Now really ask yourself: if you’re not attempting to be the best you can be, why are you even at the dojo? Chances are, you probably want to be better at some thing if you’ve started karate. It could be anything from physical fitness to self-defense. In any case, consistency is a must.
Do your homework. Practice at home!
