Asked any MMA fan and they’ll tell you that they’d love nothing more than to see mixed martial arts treated as an Olympic sport. But how feasible is this? Will MMA be an Olympic sport? Below we’ll cover both the reasons why MMA should and can become an Olympic sport, as well as why it… Read more »
Participating in any sport for the first time can be both nerve-wracking as well as exciting, and the same can be said for boxing. If you’ve never participated in this sport, you might be wondering, “What should I expect at my first boxing class?” Below we’ll outline what your initial moments in a boxing class… Read more »
Brazilian jiu-jitsu, or as its short-hand name goes, BJJ, is a sport that focuses predominantly on the grappling aspect of a physical altercation. While the sport was mainly used for self-defense purposes in Brazil almost a century ago, it has evolved to other parts of the world, and can now be practiced for competition. What… Read more »
Some MMA trainers claim that it takes 8 months to learn this sport. Others claim that it can take several years. Which one is correct in answering the all-too-common question, “How long does it take to learn MMA?” While there is no concrete answer, there are ways estimate your learning curve based on how much… Read more »
Muay Thai, or as it is sometimes called, “Thai Boxing” is a specialized martial art that was developed in Thailand. Where does Muay Thai come from in regards to its cultural roots? While it was refined and cultured in Thailand hundreds of years ago, some believe that it can be traced back to China, although… Read more »
Mixed martial arts has grown tremendously in popularity in recent years, so it’s no surprise that more and more people are wanting to hop on board. Because of this, a lot of aspiring fighters wonder the same thing: How do I start MMA? In the subsequent sections of this article, we’ll help break down what… Read more »
Each generation of American kids is less active and lean than the one before. At this point toddlers are being clinically diagnosed as obese. Many children are incapable of simple physical challenges like 10 sit-ups or push ups. Play has become sedentary and moved onto the screen. Kids are expected to sit more then ever. At… Read more »
If you are a parent worth your salt then this question of success is constantly on your mind. It’s difficult to answer though so don’t feel judged if you’re struggling with it. Here’s the breakdown of the challenge. We don’t know what they will want to be. We know the usual path of school doesn’t… Read more »
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