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Forgotten martial art: the rebirth of Catch Wrestling
A long time ago, before mixed martial arts became a sport, Catch Wrestling became one of the most popular combat sports. That’s why many of MMA pioneers, like Kazushi Sakuraba, came from wrestling wallpapers. While Catch Wrestling might seem like a professional wrestling branch, it is as legitimate as the styles of struggle such as […]
3 famous martial artists who have transformed their life through training
Enrolling for martial arts lessons can be an experience that changes life, often leading to a self-mocked journey. This is because there is more in these ancient combat styles than learning to fight. The training of martial arts also concerns the overcoming of adversities, becoming more disciplined and the transformation of your mind, body and […]
How to Train Smart After 40: Adapting Martial Arts for Aging Bodies
Keeping up with your martial arts training in your 40s means evolving with the changes in your body, not going against them. Your body may not be as durable as it once was in your 40s, but you’re also wiser and more patient. At some point, you may need to change your fighting style to […]
Why Martial Artists Need a Strong Core: 4 Best Exercises for Functional Strength
A solid core serves as the foundation that allows martial artists to perform various techniques in these ancient styles. The core is the group of muscles in the hips and midsection that surround the spine and is activated every time you perform one of the countless punches, kicks or takedowns used in martial arts. The […]
Because consistency is more important than martial arts talent
Some people think that talent is the secret sauce that leads to greatness in martial arts, but that’s not how things really work. Consistency beats talent almost always. Sure, having natural ability may make it easier for some to master techniques than others, but martial arts training is a marathon, not a sprint. The greatest […]
The legendary story of martial arts legend Bas Rutten
Sebastiaan “Bas” Rutten is one of the most famous legends in the history of mixed martial arts and has been around since the beginning. He is a man who has worn many hats in life, as a kickboxing champion, MMA pioneer, UFC champion, MMA commentator and Hollywood star. Ready to dive into the inspiring life […]
New Year, New Goals: Setting SMART Martial Arts Resolutions
It’s that time of year again as 2025 begins. The calendar flips, the clock resets, and everyone you know has suddenly turned into a goal-setting guru. Everyone swears they will become a different person, but most resolutions don’t last even after January. This year you will learn to do it correctly with the SMART framework: […]
That’s why martial arts training is a great activity for the whole family
Martial arts classes in Singapore are a great way to bring the whole family together as many gyms cater for both adults and children. Imagine this: Your whole family punches, kicks, and laughs together instead of distracting themselves in front of the TV while half the room stares at their smartphones. Martial arts classes are […]
Unpacking the Mysticism of Martial Arts: What’s Real and What’s Fiction?
There is more to martial arts than what we see in competitions, movies, or popular culture. The most visible parts of martial arts are only a small part of any fighting discipline. This gap between the visible and less visible aspects of martial arts leaves plenty of room for misunderstanding. One category of such misconceptions […]