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The advantages and disadvantages for martial artists self-defense practitioners and boxers of using the double jab and straight punch to the body.... written by Gardner Wilkinson
The aim of any army officer when they step out on the battleground is to ‘kill and not be killed’. This is a tall order, though most civilians take it for granted. written by Kilian Allen
Martial arts fighting is something that has gained a lot of mileage from the ongoing spurt in violence all over the world. People who need to travel alone and take care of themselves have been led to believe that getting a black belt is sufficient to ensure their safety. written by Kilian Allen
Mixed martial arts offer a forum that allows martial artists to compete against each other, whether they are masters of Judo, Tae Kwondo, Jiu Jitsu or Hapkido. Its aim is to help people master different skills, thus improving their overall fight-readiness. written by Sensei J. Richard B.Sc. Kirkham
In this interview martial arts expert and author Guro Michael Schwarz shares with us information about the deady Serrada Escrima proven bladed martial arts system. His picture driven and well described step by step book gives even the novice an opportunity to learn some of this devastating art of self-defense and combat.... written by Phil Washington
It's easy to understand why many people are fans of the ninja legend. Ninjas are perceived as powerful, highly capable warriors and their methods and practices are highly admired, particularly by martial arts fans. If you or someone you know is a ninja enthusiast, here are some suggestions on which self-defense products to buy either for real-life self-protection or simply as part of a personal collection: written by Phil Washington
Believe it or not, but fancy moves aren’t the only things you can learn from martial arts. Few people are aware that martial arts is more a mental activity than physical and if you want to learn how to improve focus, enrolling in a martial arts class is just the way to do it. written by Phil Washington
As adults also have problems paying attention at times, it is therefore unsurprising and altogether natural for kids to have similar difficulties in concentrating. Unless your kid is suffering from ADHD, those problems can be easily rectified when you enroll him or her in a martial arts workshop. written by Rodger Hopkins
The UFC started its journey on the 12th of November, 1993 and gained enormous fame in a very short time pushing other sports to the back seat. The popularity of the sport is almost unimaginable. written by Sam Brown
MMA or mixed martial arts is sometimes criticized for being an unruly bloodbath, when in fact there are rules and guidelines and skill required to participate properly. written by Rahul Rungta
Fitness training is paramount for martial artists. Pad-up! Offer a free range of fitness calculators and tools to facilitate your martial arts training. The following suite of tools and information guides may be used as a metric to gauge the effectiveness of your training regime. Tools are also provided to help you select your most suitable martial arts discipline. written by Sam Brown
Who is your favorite fighter?? Show off your hostility with MMA Clothing and check out the wide, wide world of Mixed Martial Arts. written by Sam Brown
Apparently our threshold for violence has increased, because boxing doesn’t seem to cut it for us anymore, adding variables to fighting methods keeps the art ever more challenging to master and entertaining to watch. written by Rahul Rungta
Endless submissions and sweeps originate from this seemingly defensive position. To see the guard used to it’s fullest degree, drop into your local Brazilian Jujitsu school. But how effective is the guard in MMA? written by Wayne Helmore
With all the kickboxing coachesin the city, you need to decide what you want from your instruction what your priorities are before deciding on an institution or martial arts academy.. written by Wayne Helmore
It's important to choose wisely.Though there are many London kickboxing classes to choose from throughout the city,it's important to note that,because of the ever-increasing good reputationof this sport,many of the kickboxing coaches you'll come across are not fully knowledgeable in kick boxing training.. written by Muna wa Wanjiru
Many people are fascinated by martial arts. To help people in different parts of the world learn this ancient form of unarmed fighting you will find that each country has many different academies to aid in this process. written by Muna wa Wanjiru
Martial arts are an ancient form of exercise that helps people to learn self-discipline and control. This form of exercise is becoming popular with all walks of people. You will find however that each person has their own particular favorite martial arts. written by Matthew Bryers
Fight Authority is leading resource for Martial Arts Fighting. Visit our online resource for Mixed Martial Arts Techniques. written by eddie maclean maclean
For anyone who wants to learn a martial art, there is a lot to know in regards to the many different styles. Of course there is the question of finding the best martial art, which is a question a lot of people ask with so many martial arts styles to choose from, it can be very complicated to pick one to learn.
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Article describes all the information needed to make you a Black Belt shopper when looking for a martial arts school. NOT all schools are created equal. Make sure you do your homework before allowing anyone to work with your child. written by Thanaseelan Vengadasalam
One of the most important techniques in Wing chun is "sticky hands". Since Wing chun is a close-quarter system, it is potentially dangerous for the practitioners themselves, who are at risk of being hit, grabbed or kicked. This realisation has led to a particular method called "double sticky hands". written by Thanaseelan Vengadasalam
On first impressions, Kendo appears to be very aggressive and physical, with the dynamics of a fast-striking action and high-pitched screams. Yet it is an art that places great emphasis on the development of high level of skill in concentration, timing, awareness, physical agility, footwork, body movement and inherent respect. Kendo was derived from the ancient art of Japanese Samurai swordsmanship. Armour is worn for protection and sword, made of 4 sections of bamboo is bound together to make what is known as sinhai. written by Thanaseelan Vengadasalam
Shaolin Mok-gar kuen is one of the original family disciplines of Kung fu, from Southern China, and is well known for its kicking techniques. Practitioners are not restricted just to kicking, however, since the use of a full range of weapons is also part of the system. The resulting flexibility of attack and defence epitomises the original concept of Chinese martial arts: to express oneself fully in the attempt to triumph in combat. When engaging in combat, the objective is to win, so practitioners believe that to place any restrictions on one particular movement would be to put themselves at a disadvantage. written by Thanaseelan Vengadasalam
Kick boxing is a relatively modern martial arts system, who syllabus derived by combining several fighting techniques from a variety of the more traditional disciplines, including Kung fu, Kyokushinkai Karate, Muay Thai, Kyokky shinkai and Tae kwon do. written by Thanaseelan Vengadasalam
As a martial art, Tai chi chuan works on a number of levels, but the principal aim is to teach practitioners to relax and become fluid in their movements. This allows for smoother actions and quicker response times. The objective is for self-defense to become a reflexive action rather than a repetition of technique. There is a variety of sensitivity exercises which allow the practitioner to adapt instantly to an opponent and to react in the most appropriate manner. Incoming force will, typically, be diverted, however slightly, and the corresponding opening in the opponent's defense exploited. written by Thanaseelan Vengadasalam
Iaido is the art of drawing the sword and striking an armed opponent at lightning speed. It is the art of strategy, achieving precision in all aspects of mental and physical ability, including accurate footwork, balanced posture and critical timing. Live blades are razor-sharp and experienced practitioners are the only ones permitted to use them. The risk involved is thought to be worthwhile because this is the only way achieve the ultimate in awareness and concentration, and to unify the mind and the body together in total harmony. written by Thanaseelan Vengadasalam
Shinto ryu is a street defence strategy encompassing the "hard" (forceful self-defence) and "soft" (acceptance and deflection) elements of various martial arts styles. It has developed into a unique self-defence system suitable for all, irrespective of age, fitness or gender. Shinto ryu teaches practitioners skills they can adapt to any situation: hard techniques might be required in response to aggression or physical violence, yet Shinto ryu's softer techniques might be more appropriate in an unsolicited or threatening situation. written by Thanaseelan Vengadasalam
Judo is not purely about physical skill. Its aim is to teach good attitude and behaviour and to instill a sense of decorum in its judoka: best summed up in 2 terms used to describe the mental attitude expected from a judoka: hontai, demonstrating the state of permanent alertness and bonno, demonstrating a disciplined mind, serene and calm, controlling the body and being able to react to any situation. written by Thanaseelan Vengadasalam
Shotokan is both a young and an ancient martial art. It is ancient because its roots are deeply entrenched in the past, and young because, as it is expressed today, it is an art that is less than a 100 years old. Shotokan is characterized by its long and low stances, its powerful techniques and its dynamic forms. << previous page 1 2 next page>> |
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