(This is a special guest column written by Dr. Paulie Gloves)
I Promise Teach, You Promise Learn
For many, “The Karate Kid” might be considered the Rocky of martial arts. Brimming with literal and metaphorical life lessons, there are also many lessons that can be applied to MMA. Amongst these lessons are gems related to the shared coach and fighter responsibility. Mr. Miyagi illustrated this responsibility well when he declared “First make sacred pact. I promise teach karate. That my part. You promise learn. I say, you do, no questions. That your part.