Kick Like A Girl

 Don't get me wrong, I love social media ALOT however, it is important to make sure we are being safe while posting!

 

 When I went to college my older sister wrote me a long list of what to do and what to definitely not do. I am so thankful to have had a big sister who has always looked out for me, but for those of you who are on or headed to campus, and may not have a big sister (or just want some sisterly safety tips,) this one is for you. 

 

 As you may have read in my first ever post, "Let Me Introduce Myself". I have been practicing martial arts, especially Taekwondo since I could walk. However, my relationship with the sport has changed throughout my years of participation. When I was little, it was just something I did with little thought or care. When I got older it was my primary sport and the main focus of my life. However, after I had to have hip surgery my sophomore year of high school my relationship with the sport became very strained. I could no longer compete to the level I was at previously and despite my many efforts to find a new way to enjoy the activity I spent a majority of my life doing, I felt hopeless.  It was about six months after my life changing surgery that I found Taekwondo in a completely new way. I retired from my competition days and became an instructor and coach. At first I felt left behind by my teammates, watching them compete as I sat behind them cheering. But as I came to the ...