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Martial arts is an umbrella term used for systems of training for combat. Boxing, karate, tai chi, tae kwon do, krav maga, kung fu, kickboxing, wrestling, and jiu jitsu all fall into the martial arts category, because they all have the same underlying principle — protection from physical threat. Martial arts can be broken into five categories including: grappling styles, stand-up or striking Read more
I know there are days when you don't feel motivated to work out, but this story is sure to get you off your couch. Sheila Radziewicz began training in martial arts three years ago, and next month she's testing to earn a black belt in tae kwon do. A feat unto itself, but Sheila is doing it essentially without arms. She has a rare genetic disorder known as thrombocytopenia absent radius, or TAR Read more
Sarah Michelle Gellar is one of those celebrities that seems a bit more grounded, despite the fact that she too was a child actress. Recently, she deep dived with Self Magazine about what's it's like to be her... Here are highlights: Gellar follows a very strict eating plan that she summarizes in two words: good food. "I'm not much of a junk food eater. I like pretzels, but I'd rather have steak. Read more
I am always looking for a new way to exercise and keep myself healthy. I've always thought about trying martial arts, partly to learn self-defense skills, but more for the mind and body strengthening aspect. There are many styles including Stand-Up, Ground Fighting, Throwing, and Meditative. And each style has many different kinds within them. Once you get a sense of each, then you'll be Read more
