My interest in sumo’s origins deepened when I had the opportunity to visit Japan and witness a sumo tournament firsthand. The atmosphere in the arena was electric, and the rituals surrounding each match were awe-inspiring. From the moment the wrestlers entered the ring with their precise and deliberate movements to the ceremonial salt tossing, it […]
Before I started practicing karate, I struggled with my weight and had a sedentary lifestyle. Like many others, I had tried various diets and exercise routines, but nothing seemed to stick. However, all that changed when I enrolled in a local karate dojo out of curiosity. As someone who lost weight from almost 220lbs to […]
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When Bruce Lee wakes up on the morning of July 20, 1973, he was a healthy and active 32 years old guy. He had a good time with the producers discussing his next film. In the afternoon, he went to his friend’s house for a visit. On the same day, the greatest martial artist was […]
Bouncers are often hired to provide security at events such as concerts or sporting events. They are trained to deal with situations where violence might occur. Are they prepared for these situations? The ideal martial art for bouncers should focus on self-defense techniques, rather than sport competition. This includes boxing and Krav Maga which allows […]
It is a frequently asked question. The salary of a sumo wrestler varies based according to rank. On average, a professional sumo wrestler earns 8800 USD or one million yen. Moreover, they also get prize money and additional perks as well. However, the stipend varies a lot. In the top two divisions of Juryo and […]
Karate exam is also known as a karate grading system. The Belt system is used to indicate the promotion of a student to the next level. Before getting the next level, the student needs to show a more in-depth knowledge of three karate elements such as Kihon (basics), Kata (form), and Kumite (sparring) and also […]
Martial arts can instill loyalty, respect, honor, and confidence in your kids. Martial arts can be a healthy and positive activity for your kids. There are lots of martial art options so it would not be easy to pick the best one for your kids. However, the benefits of each martial art are different. It […]
Did you know the unbeatable Khabib Nurmagomedov (28-0 win record) only used simple training such as running, shadow boxing, lifting stones, performing calisthenics, punching the mitts, and performing various partner drills? Therefore, even if you are stuck at home and don’t have the equipment to work you still can be a true mixed martial artist by not […]
Ninjas and all things pertaining to ninjas have been popular in our modern society for a long time and the mystique surrounding these shadow warriors only further fuels our undying interest in them. Ninjutsu was never meant to be a combat art, rather it was an entire and complex way of life that included physical […]
Since I studied Kyokushin Karate, which is more street combat, I had to break a stack of roof tiles with a Karate chop and endure fighting 15-20 individuals continuously, before getting my black belt. Those were on top of my Karate drills, Kata (display forms of Karate), and other strength, stamina, and technique tests. So, […]
MMA female fighter Holly Holm kicked Germaine de Randamie’s groin but still lost in UFC 208. Source: middleeasy.com If you are in the MMA Octagon ring, for competing or training, accidents can happen. UFC rules and regulations are pretty strict and require male fighters to wear cups. Now the question is, do female MMA fighters wear cups? No, female UFC fighter […]
Have you ever seen a boxing match? After knowing that boxing rings are round, you might be confused because the boxing ring has only one shape that is square? Boxing started with a round fighting ring that required spectators to hold the ring. In 1838, the Pugilistic Society set the rule to a square ring to keep […]
A strong deterrent is the first form of self-defense. If you look frail and weak, you are prone to be targeted by bad people. How can MMA help in self-defense? MMA tones your body to look stronger and deters those targeting the weak and frail. MMA also help in self-defense by teaching you techniques and […]