The Health Benefits of Martial Arts
Martial arts allow you to improve your health while also growing your discipline and confidence. Improving your skills by practicing will enable a student to create a healthier lifestyle. It can help you improve your sense of coordination, balance, memory, and even...
The Most Popular Martial Arts in the U.S.
By its most basic definition, martial arts refers to a discipline of fighting that can be used in a variety of ways. Some people are drawn to the self-defense aspect of the sport. For others, it becomes a journey of physical and spiritual enlightenment to improve their self-esteem. Some people view it is a form of entertainment, while others cherish it as a time-honored tradition of cultural heritage. Military and law enforcement have also adopted forms of martial art techniques for training. Within the United States, however, there are certain martial arts that have a bigger following than others because of media influence or name recognition.
The Origin of Taekwondo
The name Taekwondo comes from the Korean word "Tae," meaning foot, the term "Kwon," meaning fist and the word"Do" meaning way of. The literal translation of Taekwondo means "the way of the foot and fist." The name Taekwondo has only been used since 1955 while the...
Self Defense Basics
When it comes to our loved ones; being confident in protecting them is essential to our peace of mind. In a previous article, we talked about the first basics of self-defense, prevention. The best way to be safe in a fight is to avoid it. If you are unable to prevent...
The Basics of Self Defense
Can I defend myself and my loved ones in the face of an attack? That is the question most of us don't want to consider, much less answer. Unfortunately, violence is present in society, and sometimes we are forced to react to it. Thankfully, regardless of strength or...
5 Self-Defense Books Worth Reading
Watching the news shows us that violence is a part of human existence, whether we like it or not. If it comes to the point of facing violence firsthand and needing to defend yourself, fundamental knowledge of various self-defense modalities could be enough to help you...
How to Improve your Flexibility for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Brazilian jiu-jitsu, like any discipline, is constantly evolving. Practitioners are always seeking the next innovation that will give them a competitive edge. Recently, the importance of flexibility has come to the forefront of the Brazilian jiu-jitsu world. It was...
What to Know Before Training in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
With the rise of mixed martial arts, more people are interested in Brazilian jiu-jitsu than ever before. Jiu-jitsu is a fairly unique practice. It relies primarily on grappling, and practitioners find themselves on the floor more than other fighting styles. Brazilian...
How Martial Arts Can Help Combat Stress
According to a 2014 study conducted by The American Institute of Stress, 77 percent of people regularly experience physical symptoms caused by stress and another 73 percent experience regular psychological symptoms of stress. Physical symptoms of stress range from a nagging headache to chronic chest pain. Psychological symptoms of stress include mild depression and problems with memory. The four pillars of stress reduction are physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual. Read on to discover how martial arts effectively incorporates all four pillars to combat stress.
The Origins of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
Jiu-Jitsu originated with the Buddhist monks of India, but the modern form originated in Japan. Considered an art, Jiu-Jitsu was created to allow the Samurai who fought on horseback to fight well if they ever found themselves without weapons and on foot. The Samurai...