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 […]
What better way to answer the question of how often should one train in BJJ than to consult someone who has already been there, done that, and is well-versed in BJJ? With decades of experience in BJJ, it is recommended for newbies to train a minimum of 3 times a week, 1 on technique, 1 […]
We all know Russian wrestlers are known to be excellent and tough in the arena but what makes them excel? Hardship is one of the strongest driving forces that push Russian wrestlers and forces them to emerge as victors and dominate the arena. This question was posed to an acquaintance who has had experience training […]
As someone who has seen my fair share of new faces that join boxing with vigor and motivation, barely a month and a half have disappeared and the remaining seem to have lost the vigor that they once possessed. When inquired, the reason almost always came down to how they found it boring and tiresome […]
Fencing was created by aristocrats, and over 40,000 people died in fencing duels between 1600 and 1789. Is fencing for the rich? Fencing is a sport for the rich due to coaching and club fees. You can afford fencing by working on fencing-related tasks like refereeing or part-time coaching in the club or non-profit like […]
Wing Chun seems to offer practical self-defense and offense against all kinds of opponents in the Ip Man movie series. Why is it not used in MMA at all? Wing Chun practice strikes to eyes, neck, and groin which are not allowed in UFC and MMA; that’s why Wing Chun not used in MMA. MMA is a […]
Jon Gelber, an orthopedic surgeon who has studied the effects of weight cutting, told USA TODAY Sports. “The top-3 problems in combat sports are PEDs (performance-enhancing drugs), concussions and weight cutting. Weight cutting hasn’t gotten the attention it needs.” Combat sport is a mixture of wrestling, kickboxing, stand up, and ground-based martial arts, and boxing, […]