Raw Life Blog – Self Defence, Kickboxing & Mindset
This is where we break down the ideas behind our training at Raw Life Australia in Rowville, Melbourne — self-defence, kickboxing, balance, breath, intent and everything in between.
Think of it as a peek inside the lab: simple, honest articles to help you move better, think clearer and feel safer in real life.
Kickboxing vs Gym Workouts for the Over 40’s in Rowville
If you're over 40, chances are you’ve had this thought at least once:
“I should get back to the gym…”
…and then your body, your schedule, or your soul quietly whispered:
“Mate… I don’t want to.”
Self Defence for Middle-Aged Beginners
Most people don’t start self defence in their teens or twenties.
They start in their forties, fifties, or early sixties, usually because something in life nudges them:
The Mind, Body Skills Pyramid
The Mind–Body–Skills Pyramid
In martial arts, most people train upside down.
They put skills (techniques) first, then body (strength and fitness), and finally — if there’s time — the mind.
Less Panic, More Power — What We Really Teach in Our Self-Defence Workshops
Less Panic, More Power — What We Really Teach in Our Self-Defence Workshops
Kickboxing for Beginners over 40:What to Expect, Wear & Fear Less
So, you're over 40, thinking about getting back into fitness and someone mentions kickboxing.
Cylinder Theory - How To Do More With Less
Want more speed, more power, and less wasted effort? Shrink your movement.
Accelerate Your Learning with Truth and Play
Most martial arts training skips the two things that actually make you better — truth and play.
Balance – Active Neutral
Want better self-defence? Better mindset? Better life?
Start with balance — not just physically, but emotionally and mentally too.
Balance, Structure, Mind — The Big 3
If you want to stay in control — of your body, your emotions, or your safety — master these three things: Balance. Structure. Mind.
