I am relatively new to TRP but have been taking steps to implement some of the habits spoken about into my daily life. The main thing I'm trying to improve for now is myself and confidence. I've been consistently lifting for the past couple of months. I've improved my posture, partly due to focusing on specific exercises for that as well as consciously making sure I'm standing tall when I'm walking.

I'm interested in adding some type of self defense (MMA, Muy Thai, Boxing,etc) to improve my composure in situations along with just learning something practical everyone should know in case you're ever confronted.

My first question is, what type of martial arts would you recommend for a complete beginner. I hear so many different opinions that all have some justifications, but I just want to hear from people with experience.

Second question is a more specific to location. I work in NYC but live in NJ so I was hoping I could go sometime before work or after. If anyone knows any recommendations for locations in NYC with a locker and shower so I could go to work after that'd be great.

Thanks in advance for your help.