3. “The ultimate aim of martial arts is not having to use them.” – Miyamoto Musashi
If these quotes are motivating you, check out some instructional videos here: 11. “The more you sweat in training, the less you bleed in battle.” – Richard Marcinko8. “The best fighter is not a Boxer, Karate or Judo man. The best fighter is someone who can adapt to any style.” – Bruce LeeMany martial artists aren’t just known for their physical prowess, but for their philosophical strength, too. We collected some of the best quotes from martial artists. Which begs the question: are wiser people attracted to martial arts or do the martial arts make you wiser?10. “If you want to be a true martial artist, you must be able to adapt to any situation.” – Jet Li6. “In the middle of difficulty lies opportunity.” – Albert Einstein (a martial artist himself)5. “Martial arts training is a path to self-discovery and realization.” – Gichin Funakoshi4. “Martial arts is not just about self-defense; it’s about self-control and self-improvement.” – Chuck NorrisEd Parker Quote Black Belt Plus9. “Mistakes are always forgivable, if one has the courage to admit them.” – Bruce LeeBONUS:1. “The more we value things, the less we value ourselves.” – Bruce LeeBruce Lee Quote Black Belt PlusWhile these last two are about martial arts and are widely used, the source is unknown.Check out the biggest martial arts digital platform in history. From its rich history spanning over 60 years, the platform includes thousands of remastered instructional videos, martial arts movies, documentaries, and, of course, digital issues and articles from the iconic Black Belt Magazine. 13. “The best way to defeat an enemy is to make him your friend.” – Sun TzuChuck Norris Quote Black Belt Plus2. “I fear not the man who has practiced 10,000 kicks once, but I fear the man who has practiced one kick 10,000 times.” – Bruce Lee12. “The true test of a martial artist is not in how much force he can muster, but in how much control he can exert.” – Ed Parker15. “A black belt is a white belt who never gave up.” – unknown7. “A true martial artist is not the one who fears defeat, but the one who never gives up.” – Georges St-PierreThe new app is available on iOS and Android mobile devices and tablets. Or download and subscribe directly from Black Belt at plus.blackbeltmag.coThat’s our list. Did we miss your favorite quote? If you’re feeling inspired to practice a new art, look no further. Black Belt+ has hundreds of instructional videos in dozens of styles.14. “In the midst of chaos, there is also opportunity.” – Sun Tzu16. “The ultimate aim of martial arts is not having power over your opponent, but having power over yourself.” – Unknown