Martial arts is a physical discipline that requires strength, speed, and agility. One of the most important physical attributes that a martial artist can possess is flexibility. Being flexible can help you perform techniques with …
Martial Arts and Mindfulness: How the Two are Connected
Martial arts and mindfulness may seem like two separate practices, but they share a deep connection. Both require focus, discipline, and a strong mind-body connection. In this post, I will explore the similarities between martial …
15 Of The Best Martial Arts Movies Ever Made
Here is a list of Martial arts movies have been a popular form of entertainment for decades, captivating those who are learning martial arts (and those that aren’t) with their high-flying action sequences, fast-paced martial …
Taekwondo vs. Wing Chun: What is the Difference?
Taekwondo and Wing Chun have just about nothing in common and therefore the differences between these two martial arts are vast. They were developed in two different countries with completely different techniques and philosophies on …
What’s the Best Age for Kids to Start Taekwondo?
The best age for kids to start learning Taekwondo is at the age of five or older. By this age, they are able to listen to their instructors and are able to follow simple instructions. …
What is a Brief History of Martial Arts?
Tracing the history of martial arts can be difficult. Even historians cannot currently agree upon how martial arts came to be. Part of the problem stems from the fact that a lot of the early …
What Are the 12 Most Popular Types of Martial Arts?
If you’re looking to join martial arts for your fitness, spiritual harmony or to hone your mind and body, picking the right martial arts style is essential if you’re going to enjoy yourself. Because the …
TaeKwondo and the Olympic Games
The art of TaeKwondo is still a fairly new martial that has only been around for less than a hundred years. But in the short time the martial art has been practiced it has had …
What Is The Kihap (Yell) in TaeKwonDo?
The word Kihap is a portmanteau of the Korean words “ki” and “hap.” Ki is an incredibly important concept in East Asian martial arts,. While ki is literally translated as “air,” “gas,” or “breath,” it …
The most common Taekwondo injuries and how to treat them
I spoke to Kevin Jensen and John Lee from Infinite Health for some expert advice about taekwondo injuries and treatments. Kevin is a massage therapist who has worked with the Argentine National Taekwondo Team and …
