karatedomiguel
Miguel Martins

🥋 Karate | 🐅 Shotokan | 🇯🇵 JKS black belt | Sharing techniques, history & philosophy | DM for Karate lessons near Lisbon, Portugal

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2026-04-09 08:49:37 UTC

You've been told a myth about karate. Bodhidharma did not create karate. Scholars have debunked that story for decades. Legends are cool. History is better. Follow to learn the truth. #karate #martialarts

2026-04-08 18:38:20 UTC

Karate strengthens mind and body to overcome life's challenges. #karate #martialarts

2026-04-08 13:55:49 UTC

Came across this ostrich today. Took a pic, thought about #Nostr and that #Nostriches should practice #Karate 🥋👊
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2026-04-08 08:41:24 UTC

#Bitcoin = sovereign money
#Nostr = sovereign communication
#Karate = sovereign mind and body
Be free. Practice #martialarts

2026-04-07 01:31:25 UTC

Shotokan means 'Hall of Pine Waves". It comes from Funakoshi's pen name: Shoto. His students later called his dojo the house/hall of Shoto, hence "Shoto kan". He was a poet, not just a fighter. A warrior who wrote poetry. That is the Way. #karate #martialarts

2026-04-06 15:11:55 UTC

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Nice!

2026-04-06 12:23:15 UTC

I had my first Shotokan Karate-do lesson 36 years ago and never looked back. Today, I'm just a simple martial artist who loves helping others learn Karate. It's never too late to try it for yourself. Find a local dojo and ask for a free trial. Start your journey today. #karate #martialarts

2026-04-06 12:14:56 UTC

One man changed Karate forever. In 1922, Master Gichin Funakoshi demonstrated Karate in Tokyo and never went back to Okinawa. That one demo basically created Shotokan, the traditional and competition style practiced by millions of people worldwide. How about that? #karate #martialarts

2026-04-06 10:08:57 UTC

#Karate strengthens mind and body to overcome life's challenges. In many aspects, the whole concept of Nostr reminds me of the 5 main Shotokan karate principles (dojo kun): character, honesty, effort, etiquette, self-control. This is why I'm announcing free in-person group trial Karate lessons to all #Nostriches in a dojo near Lisbon, Portugal. Available to all ages and levels. Classes in English, Portuguese, French and Spanish. DM to schedule your classes and for the exact location. Anyone living nearby want to try? Mention your npub at the door!
#introductions #nostr #grownostr #asknostr #plebchain

2026-04-06 09:17:57 UTC

The traditional Karate style Wado-Ryu is known for its fluid movements, body shifting and incorporation of Jujutsu principles using the opponent's energy. It has ~2 million practitioners worldwide and is mostly found in Japan, UK and Northern Europe. #karate #martialarts

2026-04-06 09:14:19 UTC

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Can't believe more people haven't found out about Nostr yet. Will start mentioning it to my fellow karatekas. Maybe it's a bit farfetch, but the entire concept of Nostr reminds me of the 5 main Shotokan karate principles (dojo kun): character, honesty, effort, etiquette, self-control.

2026-04-06 08:52:40 UTC

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Loving the whole concept and considering leaving the others. No better place to build my Karate practice than on Nostr. Will be offering free in-person trial group lessons to all Nostriches 👊🥷

2026-04-06 08:41:43 UTC

The traditional Karate style Shito-Ryu has the largest repertoire of kata, combining elements of Shuri-Te & Naha-Te, the ancient martial arts that predate modern Karate. It has ~4 million practitioners worldwide & is mostly found in Japan, South America and Europe. #karate #martialarts

2026-04-06 08:36:08 UTC

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Wow thanks! You guys are awesome! Hope I don't disappoint with my content 🍀🥋

2026-04-06 08:33:40 UTC

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Awesome, thanks! 👊🥋

2026-04-06 08:32:41 UTC

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That's fine. Came for the protocol and awesome community. Not the likes or followers. People have completely missed the point of social media on other platforms. I hope I can build a space here for many years to come 🍀🥋

2026-04-06 06:28:47 UTC

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Wow thanks!! Promise to keep up with good content and help Nostr grow 🥋

2026-04-06 06:25:46 UTC

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I have 3 followers 👀 Hope they are all real at least 🤣 I guess Karate is kinda niche in Nostr, and that's fine 💪

2026-04-06 06:02:37 UTC

The traditional Karate style Goju-Ryu balances hard & soft techniques, close-range combat & breathing control. It has ~7.5 million practitioners worldwide and is mostly found in Okinawa, South America and Europe. It keeps strong ties to its old-school roots. #karate #martialarts

2026-04-05 22:01:38 UTC

The traditional Karate style Shotokan is renowned for deep, linear stances & powerful long-range techniques. It's the most widely practiced style globally & used in competitions, with ~25 million practitioners. Famous in Japan, Europe, North & South America. #karate #martialarts

2026-04-05 20:30:07 UTC

Most people aren't aware that there are different styles of Karate, and that these are the only ones officially recognized by the World Karate Federation: Shotokan, Goju-Ryu, Shito-Ryu, Wado-Ryu. #karate #martialarts

2026-04-05 14:32:43 UTC

A warrior's greatest weapon is not the sword or fist, but the unyielding resolve to rise after every fall. #karate #martialarts

2026-04-05 11:01:59 UTC

In the silence before the Kata, find the wisdom that echoes louder than any battle cry. #karate #martialarts

2026-04-05 10:48:59 UTC

As Master Gichin Funakoshi put it: "Do not think karate belongs only in the dojo". I admit it's not always easy, but I strive to follow the general principles of Shotokan, Bushido (Code of the Samurai) and Budo (Way of the Warrior) in my life. #karate #martialarts

2026-04-05 07:37:16 UTC

Karate will strengthen your body and mind, while also mending the fractures in one's soul. #karate #martialarts

2026-04-05 07:08:17 UTC

A single kata performed with heart outshines a thousand techniques executed without soul. #karate #martialarts

2026-04-05 06:47:09 UTC

Contemplating that century-old Karate precept that taught us that "trouble is born of negligence". I'll strive for more awareness, alertness, observance and respect in life. #karate #martialarts

2026-04-05 06:35:15 UTC

The art of the empty hand reminds us that true power comes from within, not from what we grasp. #karate #martialarts

2026-04-04 21:10:17 UTC

The word "karate" used to mean something completely different. It was written as "Chinese Hand". They changed the characters to "Empty Hand" in the 1900s. Same sound. Totally different meaning. #karate #martialarts

2026-04-04 19:29:45 UTC

Karate teaches that balance is not standing still, but flowing with the chaos of existence. #karate #martialarts

2026-04-04 07:46:50 UTC

GM Karateka! It's a great day to train at least one of your old kata. Most kata should be done in under 100 seconds, so I'm sure you can fit a few in 10min of your time today. #karate #martialarts

2026-04-04 05:28:24 UTC

Master Gichin Funakoshi once wrote that "Karate training requires a lifetime." I've trained with some of the most renowned and respected Masters in the world and I've realized that I need a second life. #karate #martialarts

2026-04-04 01:15:46 UTC

Finally understood Master Gichin Funakoshi when he said there is no first attack in Karate, even though your first defense could act as a strike. Every block is not just a defense, but an attack in of itself when struck correctly. #karate #martialarts

2026-04-03 22:23:23 UTC

Some people take pride in how quickly they got their Black Belt. It took me 35 years to earn mine after starting to train Shotokan Karate-do. I guess you must be much better than me, and that's okay. #karate #martialarts

2026-04-03 20:54:18 UTC

Karate isn't Japanese. It was born in Okinawa, a kingdom that traded with China, Japan, and Southeast Asia for centuries. The real origins might surprise you. Follow for more. #karate #martialarts

2026-04-03 20:19:34 UTC

Karate was a secret. For centuries it was taught privately: at night, in courtyards, one student at a time. Now millions practice it worldwide. Think about that. #karate #martialarts

2026-04-03 10:08:32 UTC

In the dojo of life, every strike teaches humility, for the hardest opponent is the ego within. #karate #martialarts

2026-04-03 04:45:25 UTC

Always remember: life's battles are won not with brute force, but with the subtle art of adapting like water. This concept has always been applied in Karate and most martial arts. No one knows who said it first, but it was made famous by the great Bruce Lee. #karate #martialarts

2026-04-03 03:42:43 UTC

The dojo floor absorbs sweat and tears, transforming them into the foundation of unbreakable spirit. Clear your mind, give it your best, and you'll start to understand the way of the empty hand. #karate #martialarts

2026-04-02 18:31:45 UTC

The belt around your waist is merely a reminder; the real rank is etched in the discipline of your mind. #karate #martialarts

2026-04-02 15:13:29 UTC

Every Karateka: "My style is the best one, the correct one!" Don't forget that we are all martial artists and we all have the same passion for Karate-do. It doesn't matter how deep your stance is (dachi), or if you have a different form (kata). #karate #martialarts

2026-04-02 07:03:32 UTC

The 4 main styles of Karate-do:
- Shotokan, by Gichin Funakoshi;
- Goju-Ryu, by Chojun Miyagi;
- Wado-Ryu, by Hironori Otsuka;
- Shito-Ryu, by Kenwa Mabuni.
#karate #martialarts

2026-04-01 14:39:02 UTC

"Transform everything into karate; therein lies its exquisiteness." - Master Gichin Funakoshi #karate #martialarts

2026-04-01 07:14:29 UTC

In Karate it is said that "the art of developing the mind is more important than the art of applying technique". I just realized this applies to everything in my life. #karate #martialarts

2026-04-01 01:38:07 UTC

Martial arts reveal that control over others is an illusion. Mastery begins with commanding oneself. #karate #martialarts

2026-03-31 15:11:07 UTC

Your Karate journey will lead you to give up or bounce back stronger. When something doesn't go your way, don't point fingers. Chances are, you're to blame for choosing the wrong path. In Karate, as in life, losing only happens when you accept defeat. #karate #martialarts

2026-03-31 13:36:21 UTC

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Or Karate ones? 😁 I don't really understand what most people talk about in Nostr, but I'm convinced in starting my blog here after reading about the concept, regardless of the likes and followers. Just a calm independent place to share my content for the next few years.

2026-03-31 12:46:39 UTC

One Precept of Karate is to "first understand yourself, then understand others". I'm still struggling with the first part. Perhaps one day I'll feel ready to tackle the latter. #karate #martialarts

2026-03-31 10:00:19 UTC

Master Gichin Funakoshi once said: "Karate supports righteousness". Letting that sink in... #karate #martialarts

2026-03-31 09:40:04 UTC

Just here contemplating Master Gichin Funakoshi's Precept when he says Karate begins with courtesy and ends with respect. You can carry on scrolling... #karate #martialarts