System Continuity, A Key Component in a Self Defense System
A Must Have
There are many key components that make up a good reality based self defense system. Knowing the psychology of an aggressor, using...
Stand and Hit or Ground and Submit?
Are you a good "ground fighter"? Maybe you prefer a stand-up style of self-defense or martial arts? In a self-defense situation (not a competition),...
Children and the Art of the Sword
When we think about swords and the martial arts involving swords, we seldom think of children. It seems that the cutting blade and young...
When is a Child Ready To Begin Martial Arts Training
A common question asked by parents considering enrolling their children in a martial arts class is how young a child can begin martial arts...
Positive Psychology in Martial Arts
I have had several jobs and careers as a physician, researcher, scientist, psychology professor, life coach, hypnotherapist, artist, and personal trainer. But first and foremost, I am a...
Martial Arts Training for Children
Ads extolling the benefits of martial arts training for children seem to be ubiquitous. Drive down the street on a lazy weekend afternoon and...
10 Things Learned by Kids Participating in Martial Arts
Martialinfo shared this great list of 10 things kids learn from studying the martial arts!
To parents that have little experience with the world of...
The Evolution of Online Martial Arts Training
There was a quiet but significant evolution taking place in the world of martial arts and that was online martial arts training. Fueled by...
Martial Arts Exercises Good for Asthma Patients
Asthma is one of the most common chronic diseases of the airways of the lungs. In developed countries it affects 7- 10 % of population, and it has got...
How Martial Arts Helps Flat Feet
Flat Feet – Pes Planus
A Flat or lowered foot is commonly seen in small children. According to the research, 55% of children from the...
Martial Arts Training For Children: A Parents Guide
Introduction
At the surface, martial arts training is very attractive to both parents and children alike for many different reasons. With so much time and...
Martial Arts and the Knowledge of Self-Defense
The origins of self-defense have their roots in the most basic forms of fighting which have developed throughout the world, independently from one another....
Focus On The Process
Are you like many people that focus constantly on winning and seeing results? In today’s world people care too much about winning and loosing....
Power vs. Technique
A common refrain heard at many McDojo’s is the hyperbolic truism that “Size/Strength doesn't matter.”
Do me a favor. If you ever hear a sensei...
The Vigilance Standard In Self Defense
Our society is becoming more violent. Violent crimes increase daily and yet, our world is more integrated than ever. We travel more, commute from...
How to Choose the Right Martial Art Style
Many people end up studying a martial art style that is not
particularly well-suited to their body type and personal goals.
I don't know...
