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How to Stay Consistent
When you start out in Judo, or any activities for that matter, consistency is key. However, people often have trouble staying consistent. They may st…
3 years, 4 months ago
Where Has Shintaro Been?
You might have noticed that Shintaro hasn't been posting videos and reels lately. You might have even messaged him to see if he's doing OK. In this e…
3 years, 4 months ago
Reading Your Opponent
Using your opponent's action and reaction to your advantage is one of the key concepts of Judo. In order to do so, you need to be able to "read" your…
3 years, 5 months ago
Dating in the Dojo
This is a fun (maybe controversial even?) one: dating in the dojo! Is it OK, or should you avoid it at all costs? In this episode, Shintaro and Peter…
3 years, 5 months ago
Training Equipments
Rubber bands, jump ropes, dummies, etc... There are a myriad of training equipments for Judo and BJJ, almost too many! Do they really work, or are th…
3 years, 5 months ago
Heading to the Dojo with Shintaro
Many people listen to the Shintaro Higashi Show while heading to the dojo, driving, taking the bus or train, biking and walking. In this solo episode…
3 years, 5 months ago
Our Tokui Waza
Shintaro teaches many different Judo techniques in and out of class, but what is his favorite, or tokui waza? In this episode, Shintaro and Peter dis…
3 years, 6 months ago
Osoto Gari
Osoto Gari is an elusive throw, almost paradoxical, in the sense that it is oftentimes one of the first throws you learn as a Judoka, but it is one o…
3 years, 6 months ago
Will Judo Help Me Lose Weight?
Many people participate in sports to lose weight and get in better shape, and Judo is no exception. As a result, it's worth taking a close and honest…
3 years, 6 months ago
Common Beginner Mistakes in Judo
When you first learn a new skill like Judo, you're bound to make mistakes. Being cognizant of this and addressing it appropriately can really acceler…
3 years, 6 months ago