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  • Samurai Sword History  By : D Cooper
    The history of the Samurai Sword can be a little confusing to a novice collector but not because of a lack of information on the topic. As a result of outside modern influences, which has made the use of slang terms an acceptable occurrence, the classification of these types of Japanese swords is usually incorrect.
  • MMA Shorts Buyer’s Guide  By : Bill Brasky
    Finding the right pair of MMA Shorts isn't always an easy process nor is it an exact science. Often times you have to know what features you're really looking for, and at what price you're willing to spend. This article intends to help the first time buyer of MMA Shorts purchase exactly what they need the first time around.
  • Why Self Defense and Martial Arts are so Mental-00-535  By : Al Landry
    Most people who want to learn self defense techniques think they need to learn all of the techniques. Techniques may be a part of the process, but it really starts in the mind. Here is why self defense is about how you think.
  • Forms of Martial Arts  By : David Urmann
    Martial Arts come in different forms and they are not only confined to Kung-fu or Taekwondo, which is popularized a lot in television and the movies. You would be surprised to know that certain forms of fighting are also called martial arts. To learn and practice martial arts, one should be well equipped with the proper supplies.
  • How To Select a Martial Arts Style That is Right For You-00-350  By : Al Landry
    So you have decided you would like to learn martial arts. That is a very good first step. It is the next step that stops many people from beginning a program. This step is selecting which style to learn. Here is a good way to pick the right style for you.
  • Types Of Martial Arts  By : Jonathan MK
    Anytime an individual decides to learn how to protect themselves, learn self defense, or become a better person, one thing comes to mind - martial arts. Martial arts are very common these days, being practiced all over the world.
  • Free Martial Arts Fitness Training Tools  By : Jeff Edward
    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.
  • All about mixed Martial Arts  By : JohnMathew
    Boxing has many forms like one among its forms is the mixed martial arts. Mixed martial arts is an exciting sport which is also known as no holds barred fighting is an exciting sport that uses its techniques from different martial arts, Greco Roman wrestling, boxing and Brazilian Jiu - Jitsu.
  • The Catch Wrestling Approach  By : Bamboo
    The approach to Catch Wrestling is often misunderstood, and misconceived as an ineffective method to grappling. It's philosophies may be far different from the likes of Brazilian Jujitsu, but certainly not useless as many people would think.
  • Lethal Kids in Martial Arts: Part 1  By : Aaron Perry
    Kids have incredible potential and can develop amazing strength while maintaining flexability and speed. These exercises will accelerate their abilities without damaging their growing bodies.
  • Ten excellent ways to get your child ready for summer camp  By : shijina
    Summer Camp is an exciting thing for parents; as their child is going to learn loads of new thing in the camp. However it could be a nightmare for the child if he or she is not ready for camp.
  • MMA Shirts Now Are Becoming A Cool Thing To Wear  By : Sean Walters
    If you are looking for discount Tapout shirts at a bargain has it has never been a better time than now to own one.
  • Keep Kids Busy At Summer Camps  By : shijina
    Overnight or academic programs enhance people to develop self confidence, knowledge related to social and welfare activities like hiking, hockey, swimming, leadership development, horseback riding.
  • Why You Need to Know How to Fight: It's Not a Choice, It's a Responsibility  By : Matthew McKernan
    Most people try to live their lives without violence or having to fight someone. This is a noble pursuit and if you're able to avoid violence you should always try to do so, but that doesn't mean to abandon the idea of learning to protect yourself. In fact, failure to do so will put you and your loved ones at risk.
  • Hey 1950 Called... They Want Their Martial Art Back!  By : Matthew McKernan
    Most people know me as President of The Self Defense Company providing practical simple, easy to learn self defense training programs. But I am also a life long grappler both on the collegiate and international level. It seems that grappling has found its way back into the good graces of the martial arts community.
  • Proper combat psychology for reality based self defense explained!  By : Steve Gibb
    Offers a look into the pressures and stress of a real attack and how to become 110% better prepared for violence by reacting with more force
    and less fear completely explained inside!
  • Charlie Nelson and His Little Red Book of Self Defense  By : Matthew McKernan
    Authentic World War II Close Combat Heritage Revealed. Today it seems like there's a martial arts school on every block and many of them are of dubious quality. Most of the students are children, and they're taught some form of combat sport.
  • Which Is The 'Deadliest' Style of Martial Arts?  By : Matthew McKernan
    It seems you can't get into a discussion about martial arts without someone claiming that the style they practice is the best. Of course this isn't possible, because at least someone else in the group either practices the best martial arts style or knows someone who does. If you go online you will find thousands of opinions on the subject. Each person claims they can prove that their style is the best.
  • Street fight incidents – they are as real as they could be, so stay prepared  By : Clint Jhonson
    Real street fighting may be more aggressive than what you might expect or what you might be trained to in a karate module, for instance. Without a doubt, real street fighting is hard line.
  • Street fighting moves – punches that you can avoid  By : Clint Jhonson
    Sometimes, street fight situations take place as some big shot seems to have flied off the handle. Well, you can be 100% positive that in such circumstances, he or she actually feels like strangling you with bare hands or seeing your head taken off by the same hands.
  • Confidence could build good retaliation in street fight circumstances  By : Clint Jhonson
    My fighting tips in this section do not concern situations in which you go out there, confront a street combat situation, with your bare hands and absolutely no knowledge of street fight moves. On the contrary, mastery of street fight moves is essential in any street combat.
  • Learn how to fight using your natural weapons  By : Clint Jhonson
    A sensible saying teaches us that, on the street, you will not find any arbitrators, fight time meters or fight rules. Without a doubt, street fighting will not give you any opening to redressing from a serious hit in the groins.
  • How to found the Right Martial Technic for You ?  By : Stephane B. Guillemot
    With the many different styles of martial arts, there is a lot one should know when wanting to learn martial arts. The most important question that is asked by a lot of people is what is the right martial arts style for them. The answer to this question can be very complicated, with the various styles and forms of martial arts to choose from.
  • Can Martial Arts and Self Defense Training Prepare Our Children for a School Shooting?  By : Matthew McKernan
    The subject hits home to everyone. At one point our biggest safety issue in school was bullying. Unfortunately, this is no longer the case. Over the past few years, school shootings have been increasing in frequency and in violence.
  • The K.I.S.S. Principle of Martial Arts  By : Matthew McKernan
    The acronym K.I.S.S. stands for keep it simple stupid and it states that things shouldn't be overly complex and kept simple so you can achieve your goal effectively. The KISS principal can be applied to any number of tasks to make them easier, and when it comes to self defense you need things to be simple and effective.
  • What Makes For Good Self Defense?  By : Matthew McKernan
    Think of the worst possible scenario. Chances are you will be attacked when your assailant feels he has a distinct advantage. That means you must assume he will be larger, determined, armed and has friends. Anything you do must account for these real possibilities. Until you are proven otherwise, chances are you won't know for sure until it's too late.
  • The Truth about Instructional Self Defense Videos.  By : Max Power
    Buying instructional self defense videos can ultimately save your life but can also be the most costly decision you ever make. Getting it wrong can literally cost you your life. This article gives an honest review of self defense videos, and gives you some free self defense tips you can use today in a street attack or self defense situation.
  • Mixed Martial Arts Boxing Equipments  By : shijina
    All over the world, boxing is a sports game which fetches more craze among people. The equipments come in different varieties, prices, colors and designs to meet the requirement of the customer around the world.
  • All About Kinds Of Boxing Equipments  By : shijina
    Boxing is a sport event where two participants will fight each other with their fists. Kickboxing comprises kicking, dashing and knocking between two parties. To safeguard the boxers against any damages, kick boxing equipments are designed and produced.
  • Learn how to put boxing gloves  By : shijina
    Your hands might get damaged or broken if you don’t properly take care of it for boxing. This process initiates by wrapping your hands with lengthy strips of cloth called ‘hand wraps’; this is followed by digging the hands into the boxing gloves. Here are few steps mentioned below which one should follow before putting on the boxing gloves.
  • Learn How To Kick: Kicking Effectively in a Self-Defense or Combat Situation Part 2 of 10  By : Shawn Kovacich
    How do you intend to apply your kick or kicks? Are you using them to set-up another technique, or are you using them as a finishing technique? Are you applying them at a low section, midsection, or high section level? Let’s take a look at each one of these possibilities.
  • Learn How To Kick: Kicking Effectively in a Self-Defense or Combat Situation Part 1 of 10  By : Shawn Kovacich
    This ten article series will deal with the various components that need to be addressed when considering the utilization of a particular kick in a combat or self-defense situation. These ten components can also be used by the tournament competitor although certain segments would have to be modified slightly for the tournament aspects of kicking, rather than the more intensive nature of using a kick or kicks in combat. Although all of these individual components are important, they are most effective when combined together and utilized correctly when executing a kick.
  • On Teaching Martial Arts  By : Owen Johnston
    Teachers must set an example for their students by being an excellent one themselves. This level of modesty takes years to cultivate through proper etiquette - and is one of the ultimate goals of our training.
  • Strengthen your mind and body by practicing a martial art  By : Dalvin Rumsey
    Martial arts are basically a set of physical and mental skills that are gradually taught, developed and polished by a trainer usually called “sensei” for Japanese arts and “sifu” in Cantonese.
  • Reasons to Join a Martial Arts Class  By :
    If you are looking for a new exercise program, either because you are in a rut with your old routine, or you are just starting out, you might want to consider joining a martial arts class.

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