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Article: Martial arts provide self-discipline, exercise

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July 29, 2007
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Mike Monroe stood in front of his pupils, fighting the usual misconceptions.

Using an anecdote involving Bruce Lee and Chuck Norris, the third- degree black belt reassured the collection of inexperienced martial artists that an impressive kick height was not a reflection of skill.

Such myth busting is common practice, at times, for area martial arts instructors.

"I think people watch martial arts movies ‑ things that aren't realistic ‑ and they don't know what to expect," said Terry Hall, longtime instructor of Two Rivers Martial Arts Academy in Bethany, Mo.. "Hard work allows them to do things they didn't think they'd be able to. But they don't have to be Bruce Lee."

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