For many Karate is a mere sport... but most importantly it is a martial art and means of developing and maintaining good health. To this end, one should always be aware of the philosophical and health-related aspects of Karate. A Karate-ka strives to make his physical techniques pure expressions of his mind's intention, and also strives to improve his mind's focus by understanding the essence of the physical techniques. Karate-Do is a way of life. Sensei Subramanyan is the chief instructor of Shotokan Karate International India. His rigorous training schedule and his stringent admission and grading criteria have his students constantly striving to better themselves.
Up The Intensity. In your cardio workouts if you never work to raise your heart-rate beyond your comfort level, you could continue to do endless workouts without seeing any results.