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  • How Did Jujitsu Becomes Judo?  By : Matthew Meyer
    A description of the origins of the martial of Judo from the perspective of the founder of Judo, Mr. Kano.
  • Qigong, Electricity & The Human Body  By : A. Thomas Perhacs
    In this thought provoking article, you will learn the amazing concepts behind Qigong energy training and how it relates to the electricity of the human body.
  • How To Develop Kung Fu Animal Power  By : Kevin Sinclair
    Kung fu is a powerful secret that was revealed when one monk made note of how powerful animals can be in combat with each other. We as warriors, too, have to take note of this most ancient martial art. Don't just do kung fu, though, be it. These then, become satisfaction. Don't let yourself be denied, but be powerful and aggressive, and animal in action.
  • Martial Arts - Judo  By : txy
    Judo is a martial art that makes use of throws, strangles and joint locks.More than a martial art, Judo is also a way of life, one that stresses self-respect and respect for others. It is derived from the ancient martial art of jujitsu, the hand-to-hand combat technique of ancient samurai warriors.
  • Women: Honor Yourself and Take Up Self Defense  By : Calasanz Martinez
    There are ways for women to learn how to defend themselves intelligently and build a great body, without having to endure brutality.
  • History of Chinese Kung Fu  By : txy
    The beginning of Chinese Kung fu probably started long before history was recorded. Kung fu techniques were discovered or created during the long epoch of continuous conflict between human beings and animals, or between different tribes of humans themselves. From these battles, experiences were accumulated and techniques discovered which were passed down generation to generation.
  • Tai Chi Chuan  By : txy
    Tai chi is an ancient Chinese martial art practiced with as much softness in the musculature as possible. It is a slow-motion, moving meditative exercise for relaxation, health and self-defense. Originally from China, Tai Chi has gained enormous popularity in America and throughout the rest of the world for its health benefits.
  • How To Take The Path Of The Dragon  By : david elcoate
    A short description on the benefits of martial arts or combat sports and the best way to get started.
  • Blending Soft Style Wing Chun with Hard Style Martial Arts  By : Calasanz Martinez
    Wing Chun is an art in which one must master sensitivity which makes it a great way for a hard style martial artist such as Karate, Muay Thai, or MMA fighters become well rounded martial artists.
  • The Martial Art of Ninjutsu: 3 Lessons of the Ninja's Kamae  By : Jeffrey Miller
    In the Ninja's art of unarmed combat known as ninpo-taijutsu, there is the core lesson of kamae - the use of effective body positioning. Other martial arts might refer to this strategic positioning of the body as "stances," but the Ninja sees kamae as an outward manifestation of the inner workings of his or her heart, rather than a fixed position dictated by one's style.
  • Martial Arts - What To Buy When You Are Getting Started In Martial Arts  By : Kelvin Ho
    If you are new to martial arts and have just enrolled in a martial arts school, you would need to get the right gear for training and workouts. Since each of us is unique in shape and height, you must carefully choose the uniform which would give you the right kind of flexibility of movement as you undergo training.
  • Deadliest Style Of Martial Arts  By : Kelvin Ho
    Most practicing martial arts exponents claim that the particular style which they specialize in is the deadliest style of martial arts. Like in religion, there are the usual fanatics who profess that their own style is the best and deadliest of all.
  • Teaching Martial Arts in America  By : Calasanz Martinez
    The way martial arts is administered in America is different from its original countries of origin. Master Calasanz shares his experiences and how he has had to alter the teaching methods he grew up on to satisfy American interests while still preserving the teachings and traditions of the ancients.
  • Learn the Crucial Techniques for Judo Throwing  By : Jimmy Cox
    Throwing is one of the crucial aspects of judo technique. Below are some advice on these techniques.
  • How To Protect Yourself Using Jiu-Jitsu  By : Jimmy Cox
    A Japanese who is versed in the snares of jiu-jitsu is better equipped for fighting than any man can be who is not so equipped. At the base of all true jiu-jitsu are good nature and leniency. The adept in jiu-jitsu must never be a bully; he must not go about with the proverbial chip on his shoulder.
  • Learn Savate Style Self Defense  By : Jimmy Cox
    Although Savate is primarily the art of foot fighting, the hands do play a part in this technique. The use of the hands to fight as a sport can be traced back over five thousand years. During the Greek era, hand fighting, or as we know it, boxing, flourished through the use of gloves with metal spikes.
  • How To Protect Yourself Against Multiple Attackers  By : Nerode Abraham
    This article will give you the real-deal method you can use if you want to learn how to fight multiple attackers
  • How To Protect Yourself Against Multiple Attackers  By : Nerode Abraham
    This article will give you the real-deal method you can use if you want to learn how to fight multiple attackers
  • Beginners Guide To Judo  By : Jimmy Cox
    If you have been interested in learning the technique of Judo, this article will help you do so. These are the very beginning techniques in judo necessary for you to know.
  • Understanding The Forces Involved in Judo  By : Jimmy Cox
    Many forces can be used in judo, but muscular force and the force of gravity are two of the most crucial. This article will help you to understand these two forces that are so critical to judo.
  • 3 Annoying Myths in Self Defense  By : Nerode Abraham
    This article dispells many of the myths that you will here online about self defense courses or techniques.
  • For Self Defense Is It Necessary To Know How To Kill?  By : Tim Larkin
    Learning the life and death skills to survive potentially lethal criminal assaults is a subject often skipped in the world of self defense. Here it is examined for the reader to ponder.
  • The Martialarm Introduction To Hapkido  By : Martial
    Hapkido is a brand of self-defense that employs joint locks, pressure points, throws, kicks, and other strikes. Hapkido practitioners learn to counter the techniques of other martial arts as well as common "unskilled" attacks. There is also a range of traditional weapons including short stick, cane, rope, sword and staff which adjust in emphasis depending on the particular tradition examined
  • With Violence, A Video Clip Is Worth A Thousand Words  By : Tim Larkin
    When people view real violence it shakes them into reality and causes them to question the effectiveness of traditonal martial arts, combat sports and self defense training.
  • The Critical Difference Between A Fighter And A Killer  By : Tim Larkin
    It's surprising how many martial artists even world class MMA competitors find themselves completely unprepared to handle street violence.
  • Three Steps in Common-Sense Self Defense  By : Nerode Abraham
    This article discusses some of the common sense things you can do today that can protect you in a violent situation.
  • Three Principles for Practicing Judo  By : Jimmy Cox
    Even a black belt judo man sometimes makes the mistake of trying to apply a throw before breaking his opponent's posture. Therefore the problem of how to break your opponent's posture is the first thing that must be studied.
  • How to Practice Self Defense  By : Jimmy Cox
    The word Ketsugo means combination. In essence it is a combination of the best and most effective self defense moves from the greatest methods of hand-to-hand combat ever devised.
  • The Martialarm Intro To Capoeira  By : Martial
    Capoeira is an Afro-Brazilian martial art, game, and culture created by enslaved Africans in Brazil during the 17th Century. Throughout the game, a player must avoid a sweep, trip, kick, or head butt that may knock him or her on the floor.
  • Unlock the Secrets of the Art of Judo  By : Jimmy Cox
    With the rapid expansion of interest in judo throughout the world today, there has developed a need for more understanding of the art and science of this sport. The terms jujitsu and judo are common to our knowledge, but the difference in their meaning is not too clear.
  • An Overview Of Kickboxing Workouts  By : MIKE SELVON
    Kickboxing is a fun activity that is often overlooked, but boasts the benefits of enhancing flexibility, improving stamina and increasing core strength.
  • Tips For The Beginner In Judo  By : Jimmy Cox
    It takes some years of practice before you become adept at judo. The following tips will make your progress from beginner to expert, easier.
  • Learn The Basic Principles Of Judo  By : Jimmy Cox
    The basic principles of judo are easy to grasp and are essential for the person studying the technique of judo. This article will help anyone interested in learning these basics and to master the art of judo.
  • Tips for Gaining Speed in Jui-Jitsu  By : Jimmy Cox
    If the reader has the patience and perseverance that he should bring to the work of Jui-Jitsu I will offer him a suggestion that is of great value. Do not attempt to learn more than one trick at a time; do not be in haste to go to another. In this way he will be able to work his way to ever increasing speed.
  • Martial Arts Definition  By : kung fu
    Martial Arts are the various forms of self-defense, usually weaponless, based on techniques developed in ancient China, India, and Tibet. In modern times they have come into wide use for self-protection, as competitive sports, and for exercise. Jujitsu teaches skills that enable one to overcome a bigger, stronger opponent. A popular style of jujitsu is aikido, which uses wrist, elbow, and shoulder twists and graceful falls; it is noncompetitive and incorporates various spiritual concepts.
  • What Defines A Great Martial Art?  By : Armando Sainz
    Are all martial arts just kicking and punching or is there more than meets the eye? Learn about the depth of Wing Chun and how effective you can become with practice.
  • Can You Trust Your Self Defense Instructor's Knowledge?  By : Armando Sainz
    What is real self defense and is what you are learning in most martial arts schools complete? Are you learning a system that gives you the ability to change from one move to another in an instant? Find out what the master knows.
  • Discover The History Of Judo  By : Jimmy Cox
    The origins of Ju-jitsu can be traced back two thousand years bit but has made its way into the sports community of modern society. Learn all about the history of Judo with the information given in this article.
  • The Karate Secret No One Wants You To Know  By : Chris Pizzo
    Have you seen the History Channel's new show Human Weapon yet? Its pretty friggen good.
  • The History of Taekwondo  By : James Dunn
    A brief history of the formation and development of Taekwondo.
  • What truely is a martial art?  By : martial artist
    The first things that usually pop into your head when discussing modern fighting systems do you think leaping, kicking, punching, blocking, inverting elbows, twisting necks, throwing, and weapons combat. But also battle strategy can all be classified within as the field of martial arts. Anything that a soldier might do in battle is a martial art. See more at http://www.martialarm.com/martial-arts-articles/article1.html
  • The History of Krav Maga  By : James Dunn
    A brief history of the formation and development of Krav Maga.
  • The History of Kickboxing  By : James Dunn
    A brief history of the formation and development of Kickboxing.
  • Sambo Russian for Judo  By : Chris Pizzo
    Sambo is an acronym for SAMozashchita Bez Oruzhiya or Self-defense without weapons martial art developed in the Soviet Union during the early half of the twentieth century. Very similar to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) in that Sambo is a combination of local style wrestling and Japanese Judo.
  • Paradise, Martial Arts, and Magnum PI  By : Chris Pizzo
    For eight seasons Tom Selleck play Private Investigator Thomas Magnum, a Navy Academy Graduate, former Seal and Vietnam veteran. Magnum lived on the beautiful estate of Tom Clancy like author Robin Masters. He lived out every man's dream life. He fought bad guys, got the girl, drove a red Ferrari 308 GTB and he lived rent free in paradise.
  • The History of Kendo  By : James Dunn
    A brief history of the formation and development of Kendo.
  • The History of Karate  By : James Dunn
    A brief history of the formation and development of Karate.
  • Looking At The Martial Arts Business  By : MIKE SELVON
    Martial arts practices, through martial arts business, are meant to enrich the practitioner's entire life and create balance and harmony within that life.
  • Systema: The Martial Arts of Russia  By : MIKE SELVON
    Russian martial art developed its roots in the same fashion as other countries.
  • Choosing a Martial Art School  By : MIKE SELVON
    If you really want to learn martial arts, you'll need to make sure you get into a proper school.
  • The Secret Of The Fighting Arts  By : MIKE SELVON
    Throughout history, kings have been known to restrict the fighting arts.
  • Kali - The Filipino Cultural Art of Stick and Knife Fighting  By : Chris Pizzo
    Every culture throughout history has created some form of martial art so their people can defend themselves in a time of crisis. But the only true test of a martial art is actual combat.
  • The History of Jiu Jitsu  By : James Dunn
    A brief history of the formation and development of Jiu Jitsu.
  • The History of Judo  By : James Dunn
    A brief history of the formation and development of Judo.
  • Chuck Liddell - The Iceman of MMA  By : Adrian Adams
    One of the most well known names in the world of mixed martial arts is the Ultimate Fighting Championship, more simply referred to as the UFC.
  • The History of Hapkido  By : James Dunn
    A brief history of the formation and development of Hapkido.
  • The History of Capoeira  By : James Dunn
    A brief history of the formation and development of Capoeira.
  • Sport Combat Is Still Sport  By : Chris Pizzo
    The fact is most people don't realize that sport combatives like boxing, mixed martial arts, wrestling and fencing are just sports. All take a lot of skill, training, and heart to compete in, but at the end of the day they only simulate real life combat.
  • Kick Boxing - Getting Your Kicks  By :
    Not only can cardio kickboxing pack a knockout punch for your fitness goals, but judging by the expressions on the faces of its participants, the activity is also a knee-slapping good time.
  • The Ultimate Fighting Secret  By : Chris Pizzo
    To fully understand BJJ you must first must look at the evolution of jujutsu into the pre-WWII Judo curriculum developed by Jigoro Kano in the late 19th century.
  • The Benefits of Training in Mixed Martial Arts (MMA)  By : Jason OConnor
    If you have any desire at all to improve your body and mind at the same time with only one activity, then martial arts is something you ought to seriously consider. You don't just get in shape physically, but also mentally and spiritually. No gym workout can compare.
  • Your Personal Security  By : Bruce Sergeant
    When we talk about stopping crime, we must also talk about Self Defense. While there are different types of Defense (Self, Home, Property), we are going to focus on Your Personal Defense.
  • Martial Arts and Real-World Self-Defense: Using the Kubotan Self-Defense Keychain  By : Jeffrey Miller
    The most surprising thing that students find when learning to use the Kubotan self-defense keychain, is just how many things can be done with this simple-looking little tool. And that, is part of it's power!
  • A Martial Artist Wears Out Early But A Warrior Gets Better With Age  By : Jeffrey Miller
    Ever wonder why Today's martial artists are broken and battered by middle age when the ancient warrior masters were defeating younger, faster, stronger opponents well into their eighties? The reason just might not be what you think.
  • "Kick Me Where It Counts": A Critical Mistake in Martial Arts and Self-Defense Training  By : Jeffrey Miller
    During my recent visit to Japan for training, there was one overriding thing that I noticed about most of the black belts that I trained with. Now, if they were just having fun and aren't really looking to be able to defend themselves...
  • Martial Arts & Self-Defense Weapons: What IS a "Kubotan"?  By : Jeffrey Miller
    If you do a search on the internet, there seems to be no end to what has been written about this simple, yet powerful weapon. There seems to be no small supply of writers who have used dramatic titles to add to the impact of an otherwise so-so article on the subject.
  • Kubotan: Self-Defense Power in the Palm of Your Hand  By : Jeffrey Miller
    Have you ever heard of a Kubotan, min-stick, or self-defense keychain? Whether you have or haven't...
  • Martial Arts Home Training Machine  By : martial artist
    The martialarm is a martial arts home training partner which allows repetitive practice of training techniques and attack methods because it simulates and reacts like a real opponent actually throwing a punch or an enemy in an aggressive guard. As you train on the martialarm it develops these attack techniques and it allows the use of full power in your strikes.
  • Only Real Martial Arts Stop Rapists  By : Chris Pizzo
    Women who are looking for a martial arts style that will provide them with a way to defend themselves, there is no government agency licensing or even looking into instructors or the proven effectiveness of the claims. Therefore there is an over abundance of inexperienced, untrained, liars who claim they are teaching self-defense.
  • Master Real Self Defense In A Few Minutes  By : Johnny Jenkins
    With the proper discipline, you can become a master of karate in a few years. With a few minutes of practice and the right tools you can save your life if you are attacked today.
  • Using the Kubotan Self-Defense Keychain as a Model for Using Everyday Items to Protect Yourself  By : Jeffrey Miller
    One of the key elements that separates the Ninja's self-protection methods, including the study of weapons like the Kubotan self-defense keychain, from many other approaches to self-defense training is the concept of "strategic thinking." And one of the ways that this important mindset manifests is through the ability to see through the "form" to what's really going on.
  • 7 Really Good Reasons You Need to Learn to Use the Kubotan Self-Defense Keychain  By : Jeffrey Miller
    Ironically, in a world filled with terrorism, assault, rape, and murder, I have to write an article giving people reasons why they should be learning self-defense or the Kubotan personal-protection weapon. But then, if I didn't, who would?
  • UFC Owners Purchase PrideFC  By : Jon Murray
    If you're a mixed martial arts fan, you're probably sick of that headline. You're sick of hearing how Lorenzo J. Fertitta and Frank J. Fertitta have purchased PrideFC from it's former Dream Stage Entertainment owners and ousted former CEO Nobuyuki Sakakibara. You want to hear more about what is possibly the biggest month in Mixed Martial Arts history, April 2007.
  • The Many Benefits of Martial Arts  By : Jason OConnor
    Learn about the numerous benefits of training in the martial arts, regardless of your age.
  • Who Is Next For Chuck Liddell  By : Jon Murray
    With only 2 losses in his last twenty Mixed Martial Arts fights; there is little doubt that Chuck Liddell is the best light heavyweight fighter in the world. Still, fans of the UFC always want to see good battles, so it's worth looking forward to those fighters, UFC, Pride or elsewhere who might give Chuck Liddell a run for his money.
  • Master Brazilian Jiu Jitsu  By : Daniel Millions
    Learn about the history of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and a basic introduction to the sport.
  • Top 5 Reasons Why Tim Sylvia Will Defeat Randy Couture  By : Jon Murray
    Mixed Martial Arts hall of famer Randy "The Natural" Couture will return to the Octagon to face Tim "The Maine-iac" Sylvia. Most fans want Randy to win, here are the top 5 reasons why I think that Tim Sylvia will still be champ at the end of the night.
  • The Legends of MMA  By : Jon Murray
    Who wouldn't like to see the legends of Mixed Martial Arts fight each other just one more time. I think it's time for a card featuring the legends of MMA.
  • Mike Swick is Ready For a Title Shot  By : Jon Murray
    I believe that Mixed Martial Arts fighter Mike "Quick" Swick is ready for a UFC title shot right now, however Swick may need to wait until later this year to get his chance.
  • Matt Serra The Future UFC Lightweight Champion  By : Jon Murray
    Let's get things straight, I'm not saying that Matt Serra has no chance against Georges St Pierre in their UFC welterweight championship bout on April 7, 2007 in Houston Texas. What I am saying is that Matt "The Terror" Serra will be a future champion in the UFC lightweight division.
  • Can Anyone Stop Mirko Cro Cop Filipovic  By : Jon Murray
    Mirko "Cro Cop" Filipovic is considered one of the best strikers in mixed martial arts today. Is there anyone in the UFC or elsewhere who can defeat Mirko?
  • Diego Sanchez faces Josh Koscheck at UFC 69  By : Jon Murray
    According to Josh Koscheck's web site, it looks like the long awaited rematch from the Ultimate Fighter season one is here. These two Mixed Martial Arts, UFC contenders will face each other at UFC 69.
  • Anderson Silva Is The Real Deal  By : Jon Murray
    Mixed Martial Arts wizard Anderson Silva will face Ultimate Fighter season 4 winner Travis Lutter in February 2007. Will he have another dominant win, or did he get lucky in his last two fights?
  • Randy Couture vs Tim Sylvia The Breakdown  By : Jon Murray
    Mixed Martial Arts legend Randy Couture faces Tim Sylvia in Columbus Ohio on March 3rd, 2007. Expect an exciting fight between two champion calibre UFC fighters.
  • The Story of the Ultimate Fighting Championship  By : Adrian Adams
    You may have heard of it before - the octagon. It's the place where warriors meet to battle each other into submission by knocking the opponent unconscious or forcing him to give up by imposing explosive pain on his body. It is the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
  • Getting A Kick Out Of Different Martial Arts  By : Adrian Adams
    Martial arts are a sport that combines a variety of different methods of combat. In some cases, martial arts are used only for use, in other cases; martial arts are used in head-to-head combat, in generally controlled situations, such as matches or shows.
  • Martial Arts: Physical Techniques And Mental Discipline  By : Adrian Adams
    Martial Arts is the combination of physical techniques and mental discipline. It is used for self defense, body strengthening, relaxation, and even competition.
  • UFC Welterweight Dream Matches  By : Jon Murray
    Mixed Martial Arts in general and specifically the UFC has some of the best sports action around. Like in any sport, fans have their favorites players and favorite match ups. Here are some of mine.
  • Kung Fu Up Close  By : Daniel Millions
    All about Kung Fu!
  • God of Judo  By : Andrew Thomas
    Kyuzo Mifune became so famous in judo circles that in referring to him the terms 10th Dan alone was sufficient.
  • Martial Arts Training for Real Self-Defense: Making Sense of Chaos  By : Jeffrey Miller
    I once had a talk with a student who pointed out the almost insane notion that anyone could think that they could use a preset string of moves (known as a kata, pronounced kah-tah) to handle something as chaotic as a fight.
  • Leadership: The Cornerstone of Success in the Martial Arts and In Life  By : Jeffrey Miller
    Leadership is one of the most talked about and least understood aspects of human behavior. There must be hundreds of definitions of leadership, yet none of them is useful for success in life because none of them allows you to 'create' leadership within your life.
  • Nana Korobi Ya Oki - '7 Times Down 8 Times Up': Success Secrets from the Martial Art of Ninjutsu  By : Jeffrey Miller
    On the left lapel of every adult student here at Warrior Concepts, there is a patch bearing the Japanese kanji character 'NIN.' Although the kanji itself has two pronunciations in Japanese, it is the original Chinese meaning of "perseverance," "to endure," or "to put up with" that we...
  • ENGAGEMENT: Recognizing the Value of Training - The Keys to Martial Arts Mastery, Key #6  By : Jeffrey Miller
    Remember when you first started training? Can you remember what brought you to the program? What was going on in your life at the time. What is it that the martial arts gives you or helps you with that keeps you coming to class? And, more importantly..."how do you know it's working in your life?"
  • Failure is Not an Option! - "Attitude" and the Keys to Martial Arts Mastery, Key #7  By : Jeffrey Miller
    One of the most important traits of any successful person is an attitude of total commitment and passion for what it is that they are doing. They see their goal; they devise a plan for reaching it; and, the set about doing what is necessary to attain that goal.
  • DECISIVENESS: - Single-Minded Commitment to Greatness - The Keys to Martial Arts Life Mastery #5  By : Jeffrey Miller
    I remember talking to one of my teachers once about the traits of a master leader. 'The' trait that lay at the center, or formed the foundation for all of these others was: "Decisiveness" - 'the simple ability to make a decision.'
  • Ninjutsu Martial Arts Strategy: Key Moments & Phases in a Self-Defense Situation  By : Jeffrey Miller
    A major pivoting point in my ninjutsu martial arts learning process happened when I realized that there was something more going on than just the punching, kicking, and what-not, that makes up conventional martial arts and self-defense training. In fact...
  • Martial Arts for Children - A Note to Parents About Motivation Problems and Child Development  By : Jeffrey Miller
    Often parents of children in martial arts, or other educational activities, experience resistence from their child that may appear as though the child doesn't want to do it anymore. The parent's frustration turns to confusion as the child's resistence turns to excitement when they're actual in class. Why is this?
  • Can You Really Learn Martial Arts and Self-Defense From Seminar Training Only?  By : Jeffrey Miller
    What do you do when, you want to pursue the study of the martial arts or learn real-world self-defense and there are no schools near where you live? What do you do even if there are martial arts schools or self-defense classes being offered in your local area but...
  • Reality-Based Self-Defense Training - 19 Principles That Will Save Your Life!  By : Jeffrey Miller
    When it comes to your personal protection, the program you choose to study, the way you train, and the person who teaches you, all determine how well, and even IF, you will be successful in a real-world self-defense encounter. When seeking out a defensive tactics program, you must remember that you're not shopping for a piece of furniture where, if it doesn't work out for you, you can take it back.

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