Martial Arts Classes to Try: Krav Maga, Tai Chi, and Tae Kwon Do


Updated 05/06/11 2:25 AM · Posted by Heather Dale · 0 comments

Martial Arts Classes Defined: Krav Maga, Tai Chi, and Tae Kwon Do

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

Ashton Kutcher Uses P90X to Deliver the Blows in Killers


Updated 07/13/10 12:15 AM · Posted by FitSugar · 11 comments

Ashton Kutcher Knocks Out Stuntman and Hits Rob Riggle While Filming Killers

Ashton Kutcher really got into his role as a spy in the upcoming action-packed romantic comedy Killers. During a press conference, Collider.com reports that Ashton admitted to accidentally knocking out a stuntman and kicking actor Rob Riggle in the face during the fight scenes. Based on what Ashton says, it sounds like the movie is going to have some pretty fantastic action scenes. "My stunt guy Read more

Swank Worthy: Krav Maga


Updated 10/03/10 2:54 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 20 comments

Hilary Swank Keeps Fit With Krav Maga Israeli Self-Defense

On the red carpet yesterday, Oscar veteran Hilary Swank mentioned she was keeping fit with Krav Maga. The name sounds a little like a spell from the Harry Potter series, but the health and fitness nut seems to be expanding her workout repertoire. Krav Maga is a form of self-defense used by the Israeli army, and "Krav Maga" translates literally from Hebrew to mean "contact combat." Let me tell Read more

Healthy Dose Link Time: Demi Moore Addresses Weight Loss


Updated 01/05/12 10:40 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Demi Moore Talks About Being Too Thin

Demi Moore speaks out on her dramatic weight loss — Fit Celeb Healthy? Hardly. Don't be tricked by these food labeling tricks — HuffPo Quick doesn't always mean bad: picking the right instant oatmeal — Fitness Check out model Bar Refaeli's Krav Maga-inspired workout — Shape How to make healthy resolutions work for you this year — Prevention Not only are these 20 foods super, they'll Read more

Work Out Like a Captain: Tips For Staying Fit on Planet Earth


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Fitness Tips From Captain Picard

Just because you live in space, doesn't mean you can't stay fit. Captain Picard is known throughout the Starfleet for his excellent health (despite some cardiac complications after a near-fatal stabbing through the heart) and fit physique, and he keeps fit by playing sports of all kinds. Check out some of his favorite activities on board the Enterprise and on solid ground. Remember to take a tip Read more

Demi Moore Keeps Her Bikini Strings Attached While NYE Yachting With Ashton


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Pictures of Demi Moore in a Bikini Yachting With Ashton Kutcher in St. Barts

Demi Moore spent a luxurious New Year's Eve yachting off the coast of St. Barts in a skimpy Missoni bikini on Friday. She looked toned and tanned in her two-piece with husband Ashton Kutcher by her side. Ashton kept covered up, but the January Men's Fitness cover model revealed his workout regimen of hot Bikram yoga, running, and Krav Maga. He's back in fighting shape and ready to promote No Read more