Dudes In Asia Podcast

by H8R Be sure to check out our episode about martial arts ! Everyone knows something about martial arts, right? Whether you practiced judo, watched someone break bricks in karate, or like to watch actions movies like John Wick, martial artists have captivated the imaginations of people all over the world. The martial arts we see in movies and TV show looks cool, but there is a whole lot more to living a "martial" lifestyle than flashy kicks and lightning fast combo attacks. More than learning simply how to punch and kick, the time spent in the dojo or gym teaches us a lot about ourselves and others. We can find our strengths and weaknesses. We can also join a like-minded group of individuals who strive to be more and do better in life. As someone who has practiced martial arts for over 10 years, here is my list of 7 AWESOME THINGS you can learn from studying martial arts. How to be confident Mastering something and gaining skill brings about a certain level ...

The Dudes talk about fitness, leaving Japan, 5-star hotels in Vietnam, and interview Andrew, a Cambodian-American expat teaching English in Taiwan.

by H8R So you've decided to get into better shape, right? Good for you! Now where do you start? A lot of people will go and shell out a ton of money to join a fancy gym with nice amenities that you'd never use. Some gyms in Japan can cost up to $100 a month! My advice is to skip the gym and either workout in your house or outside! Aside from the money you'll save by not having to pay for a gym membership, you can also save some time in your day by not having to commute to and from the gym. In today's post, I'll outline a SMART and SIMPLE workout plan that ANYONE can do almost ANYWHERE . Three types of workouts For my workout, I generally have 3 different types of workouts. They all roughly take about 20 minutes to complete. They are: Cardio Strength training Circuit training Cardio This will boost your stamina and endurance so you can work harder without getting as tired. Here are some activities to choose from: Cycling Swimmin...

H8R talks about martial arts. Topics include the definition of martial arts, history, types of martial arts, and training philosophy.

by H8R Expat life can be pretty demanding. You've decided to leave your hometown, friends, family, and the comforts of home behind. Many expats find themselves in an unfamiliar (and sometimes unwelcoming) environment with a host of challenges to face and obstacles to overcome. Take into account that you've also ditched your support system and those expat blues can start to sink in PDQ (pretty damned quick). As people become depressed, they often find comfort in food. If you start to adopt a sedentary lifestyle and put on some extra pounds, this can compound the effects of that expat despair and lead you to a dark, dark place. So what can you do about this? When life gets you down, it's best to get moving! Exercise has been shown to provide many benefits for your physical and mental health including a better mood and sustained energy throughout the day. If you can consistently stick to a fitness plan, you'll find that other parts of your life start to ...

The Dudes talk to Charles Lee, Korean-American expat working and living in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.

The Dudes have an unscripted conversation. Topics include mass stabbings in Japan, mental illness, and enabling/freeloading.