Martial arts involves the learning and application of fighting techniques. It should therefore be no surprise that there is a risk of injury associated with practicing a martial art. In this article, I look at the most common injuries that practitioners experience, as well as look at the relative risk of injury between martial arts. …
In this article I outline some of the best ways to still practice martial arts with glasses. There’s no doubt being myopic or near sighted is a real pain and can affect every aspect of life. From not being able to see clearly if you wake up in the night needing the bathroom, …
In this article I’ve compiled some of the most effective techniques into a comprehensive BJJ sweeps list to supercharge your fighting game. If there’s one group of moves that are so dramatic to watch and can literally turn around a fight, it’s the sweeps. In a instant, you find yourself moving from a weak …
To be able to punch effectively is a key component of any martial art and this article details how to increase punching power at home. An effective punch, landed on target, at the right time, can end a fight in seconds. It’s therefore a key skill for all fighters to develop. Whilst timing and accuracy …
Before I started training, I spent a considerable amount of time wondering ‘What kind of Martial Arts should I take?’. I knew I wanted to practice some form of martial art but when I started to look at what was available in my local area, I was almost overwhelmed by the shear number of different …
If you’re looking to give your training an extra boost and are searching for an easy way to rapidly hone your grappling skills and train BJJ at home, you’ve come to the right place. I found that using a grappling dummy offers a simple way to get in additional BJJ practice, even in …
When you first start training in BJJ, no doubt you’ll be wearing an old jogging top and some gym shorts. However, pretty soon you’ll realise that your everyday gym attire is no match for the rigors of this type of hand-to-hand combat training. If you don’t invest in a decent gi, you’ll find that your …
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In this article we look at some of the best grass fed whey protein powder on the market. Here’s why….. Many cows are raised on a diet of grains and are given drugs and hormones to make them grow faster. This is quite different from the way these animals evolved, when they consumed a …
As a boxer, it’s important to take measures to look after and protect your hands. A careless mishit on a heavy bag or opponent can result in a sprained wrist or, even worse, a fracture. This is not only painful but can also prevent you from training, often for many months. Boxing gloves do provide some …
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Muay Thai is known for its brutal punches and devasting kicks. To be a successful Muay Thai fighter requires years of practice and dedication. Muay Thai pads are an essential training tool which allow the student to perfect their technique against a moving target whilst also offering adequate protection to their training partner. Hopefully this …
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