Fight for a Happy Life with Sensei Ando: Martial Arts for Everyday Life

Love what you said in this episode about shifting energy from the "someday I wanna..." things to the things you love doing and are doing well. I recently had to make some hard decisions about how I spend my time. It's great to have confirmation that I'm on the right track with narrowing my focus. Thanks, Ando!!!

You don't have to be a martial artist to appreciate Ando's wisdom, humor and solid advice. Listening gives me a way to work my brain, my heart, and my spirit while I strengthen my body. The podcast gets me through the tedious workouts. Don't get me wrong, I love the results of the workouts. But the podcast gives me a reason to actually look forward to all those reps. And, honestly, in each episode Ando reminds me of why I'm putting in the time and effort.

Sensei Ando has an easy-to-listen to style and great advice for everyone, including non-martial-arts students. I'm only 20-something episodes in, and I look forward to my commute when I have time to listen. Thanks, Sensei, from Nebraska!

Hi Ando,

My first technique was a strike set: front punch (front hand jab), reverse punch (rear hand jab), hook (lead hand), uppercut (rear hand). I remember the struggles of learning to move my feet properly, challenges of not leaning my torso & head forward and the importance of staying relaxed while striking (which can happen by controlling our breathing and smiling while we strike).

Warmest Regards,

Virgil Lee Dortch

HapKiDo, BJJ & Balintawak Practitioner

This is a show that makes you feel good and learn something in each episode 🤩 I love Sensei Ando’s wisdom from years of martial arts training here. Very authentic and friendly, kind and inspiring.

I found Ando on YouTube when I found his series on self defense. Now, as a high school student who sometimes relies on impulse and what society and my classmates tell me, this podcast helped a ton. As someone who though peace was brought by being timid and soft spoken, I have learned otherwise. Ando teaches life lessons. Everyone should listen in.

One of the best martial arts podcasts available!

Love Sensei Ando and his wisdom! So simple yet so deep. I become a better person with each episode. This is one of the best podcasts out there to find peace and improve your life.

I am truly inspired by your way of looking at life, it’s legit and easily conceivable at the same time. I was not doing very well for some time now and after listening to you, I can say for sure that I am back on track. Thank you once again😃

I wanted too leave a review for this podcast because I am a big fan of this host. He presents the material in a way that is fun and easy to understand. I like his down to earth approach too fighting and he does a great job of not overcomplicating things. I enjoy the stories as well. Great job!

Started with your videos on YouTube (still watch them too) and then subscribed to your podcast as well. I’m 40 years old and me and my 6 year old daughter just started our martial arts journey (we are very much white belts) and it’s great having your videos and podcasts to watch and listen to between classes! Thanks for what you do!

Putting this into practice. Thanks for great shows.

Sensei,

Thank you for sharing your insights through your “Fight For A Happy Life” podcast and videos.

You provide very beneficial information to martial artists and non-martial artists alike.

I eagerly anticipate the release of each upcoming podcast which I listen to daily. They have added to the quality of my thoughts and thinking.

Please continue your great work in the martial arts community and the lives of those who benefit listening to your podcast.

I feel you have a great spirit.

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Sensei Ando mixes motivational speaking and martial arts in this podcast. The self help aspect is a bit blunt.

I find the points he’s making to be relevant though. But it’s definitely beginner oriented rather than meant for the expert.

His interview with Sifu TW Smith was superb and I highly recommend it, especially if you follow Kung Fu

Podcast.

He’s also a really engaging storyteller.

I have had a hard time listening to this podcast since Ando made an episode about catching a thief. Catc... more

Hi Sensei Ando.

I've been watching your YouTube videos for a few years now and often find them wonderfully innovative, fun, and pragmatic.

Then I stumbled upon your podcast and I find it immensely rewarding to listen to while also being humourous and entertaining.

So far, I've heard the first 14 or so and a couple of the later ones. They're ALL really well done and contain truly wonderful, valuable wisdom. You really know your stuff but more so have made it digestable and digitally accessible... more