Even the most skilled martial arts masters were more than a little bit nervous before their very first karate class. It might not seem like that when you’re watching these black belts go through the motions, displaying all of the skills that they have been able to develop and cultivate after years and years of…
DetailsAs we age, we tend to become less and less active. That means giving up the things that make us healthy, like hiking with the family, going out for a morning jog, and even getting down and dirty with household chores. As adults, we don’t have much time in our busy schedules to squeeze in…
DetailsWe’ve all been there – every New Year, when the fireworks start flying, you look up at the sky and make a firm resolve, “This will be the year I get back in shape!” While it’s nice to make those promises, they almost never become realities. This is because people keep waiting for the change…
DetailsThrough the course of time, numerous disciplines (even historic ones) have been used to improve physical ability, increase energy, and enhance overall health and well-being. But among all practices, there has to be one that stands out in terms of bringing out a person’s optimal performance and physical fitness. While most people would contest that…
DetailsIs it the ability to take down any and all opponents? The frequency of wins at tournaments and competitions? Or a solid theoretical foundation of their selected discipline? While all of these seem like good qualities, they’re not exactly essential to identifying an exceptional martial arts student. If you want to find out what defines…
DetailsMartial arts have absolutely exploded in popularity in the last ten years (for a variety of different reasons), but beginners across all different martial arts face the same issue right off the bat – choosing the right discipline to study! Though it may not look like the most challenging decision to make, once you realize…
DetailsMore and more people are diving headfirst into the world of martial arts now than maybe any time previously, and a lot of it has to do with the popularity of combat sports like MMA. It also a lot of it has to do with the fact that many of us feel as though we…
DetailsAccording to the Childhood Obesity Foundation, more than 42 million infants, children, and teens are overweight or obese worldwide. Canada has an obesity epidemic, with 26% of children aged 2 to 17 classifying as overweight or obese. Obviously, we’re dealing with a serious health epidemic on our hands right now, and it is of critical…
DetailsIt is no secret that working out is of the utmost importance when you’re looking to improve your health and wellness, but a lot of people feel like they just don’t have any time to squeeze in multi-hour-long workouts at the gym every day or every other day – and who could blame them? In…
DetailsYou’ve already come so far, you approaching the very pinnacle of your martial arts journey. The end is near, but it still feels so far away. The black belt you have been yearning for since the very first class is just slightly out of reach. You know you can get there, but the effort and…
DetailsMaking the decision to begin something new is always going to be a scary thought. You are making yourself vulnerable and there is always the risk of failure, but there is also the opportunity for success. Any sort of exercise is good for the body and good for the mind, but martial arts take these…
DetailsYou’ve taken the plunge and booked yourself in for your first ever karate class at your nearest Academy of Martial Arts. Well done! Here are some tips that can help you to prepare for your new adventure. Arrive early It’s always better to be early than late. And when it comes to starting something new,…
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