The combination of physical fitness and mental prowess makes the martial arts an enticing category for many people. In fact, approximately 3.58 million participants over the age of six participated in martial arts during 2016. Of course, there are countless martial arts disciplines to choose from. But one of the most exciting is Brazilian Jiu… Read more »
Getting too much activity is not a problem for people in the United States. It has been estimated that fewer than 5% of American adults get 30 minutes or more of physical activity every day and a mere third get the recommended amount of exercise every week. There are a number of different activities people… Read more »
The most identifiable quality of a total winner is an overall attitude of personal optimism and enthusiasm. Winners understand the psychosomatic relationship-psyche and soma-mind and body…that the body expresses what the mind is concerned with. They know that life is a self-fulfilling prophecy, that a person usually gets what he or she actively expects. Losers… Read more »
Did you know nearly two-thirds of parents are concerned that their children spend too much time on their phones or other electronic devices? While technology has infiltrated nearly every facet of our lives, it’s particularly concerning among the youth of the nation who are glued to their screens. Getting your child engaged in healthy activities… Read more »
There’s no doubt that involvement in the martial arts can help improve your body and your mind. But although the number of martial arts participants in the U.S. reached 3.58 million in 2016, there are a lot of people who don’t quite understand the differences between these various disciplines. If you have an interest in… Read more »
Jiu jitsu is one of many ancient martial arts practiced in the world today. Martial arts has continued to be popular in today’s world, despite the ancient origins; in the U.S. in 2017, approximately 2.38 million people participated in mixed martial arts. But where does jiu jitsu, specifically Brazilian jiu jitsu, come from? How did… Read more »
How to increase self-motivation with Martial Arts It is easy to have good intentions, big dreams, wants, wishes and desires; we all have them. Why is it that some people seem to get what they want while others never do? This is not the luck of the draw. Sure, some people are born with more… Read more »
Those who are a bit less familiar with martial arts disciplines may not be able to tell the difference between karate and tai chi or muay thai and taekwando. When the disparities are subtle, it’s difficult to discern one type from the other. But if you’re in the process of determining which practice might be… Read more »
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