The 3 K’s of Kyokushin
Styles . Technique . Training notesI train in and teach Kyokushin Karate. One of the things that I love about my style is the simplicity of it all. Yes you read correctly. At its core Kyokushin training consists of three main elements: (1) technique, (2) forms, and (3) sparring. These are sometimes referred to as the three “K’s” after the Read More
Amazing Aerial Split
Fun Stuff . TechniqueI was impressed and a little envious until I saw the other pair of legs… Read More

10 Minutes to Get in Shape!
Diet . Fitness . Recipes and Health Facts . TechniqueWe all have busy schedules and to be honest there often isn’t enough time in the day to get a good workout in. All the exercise programs, DVDs and clubs make it sound so easy, well honestly when it is your job it is easy! But I am assuming most of us are not getting Read More
Burning Stomach Fat – Work that Core
Fitness . Recipes and Health Facts . Technique . Training notesThere are many exercises we can employ to help us burn fat, but as we discussed in this previous post we need to build muscle if we really want to burn those fat cells off! Many people think they need to work their abdominal muscles to get their six-pack abs but the forget the curtain Read More
Tegatana (handsword)
Technique . Training notesTegatana (handsword) better known as a knife-hand. The knife hand is perhaps the best know/recognized and least understood of all martial arts basic moves. Often referred to as a ‘karate chop’ the knife-hand attack is powerful enough to render an opponent unconscious (knock out) when executed properly. In the movies we rarely see this move Read More
Monkey Steals the Peach?!?
Self-Defense . Technique . Training notesNot sure that is what I would name this move but hey! Who am I to question the name?! So there you have it! I especially like the “swinging arms like windmills to distract the enemy“! Pardon me but if you walk around in a Ninja uniform with the hood on, aren’t you the enemy?! Read More
Using Yoga to Improve Martial Arts Skills
Styles . Technique . Training notesNote: This article was written by director_mitch A.K.A. the Window Manager and is cross-posted on his site. Tae Kwon Do, probably more than any martial art, emphasizes kicking – a typical TKD match will be over 80% kicking. In order to win you need kicks that are high enough to hit an opponent’s head. After Read More
Kung Fu demonstration in Beijing
Styles . Technique . Training notesThis 8 min 14 sec video is an incredible demonstration of Kung Fu…take a look at this beautiful Martial Art in practice. Read More
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