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"Isometric exercises are a type of strength training in which the joint angle and muscle length do not change during contraction." That is Wikipedia's way of telling you that during an isometric exercise you are not moving at all. You are using your muscles to push against something immovable generally. You may be surprised how quickly you can tire out doing this. Why would you bother doing such an exercise in Mixed Martial Arts where the action is dynamic and all of your moves are based around movement? The simple answer is that not all of your moves are as dynamic as you may think. Take the clinch for example. When you have another guy (or gal) in a clinch you are both pressing your[..]

Yes marketing is what has brought the UFC and MMA to what it is today but it has also has given us false or misleading expectations about certain fighters. It might not be their fault but MMA organizations, forums, blogs have given fighters better creditability than then actually deserve. Below are the top 5 mixed martial arts fighters that are overrated. 5) Chris Leben One fighter that has benefited from the Ultimate Fighter reality series has been Chris Leben. He is a heavy puncher but has little skills to back up his MMA game. He was marketing and overhyped so much that when he fought Anderson Silva he was the online betting favourite in most of the sports books. That was until[..]

The history of the heian kata (original name Pinan), is a subject of much debate. Many karate historians believe the karate moves contained in the heian kata, come from the kata Kusanku, which is the original name of the shotokan kata, Kanku Dai (to view the sky). They say that master Itosu thought Kusanku (kanku dai), was too long and contained too many karate moves for new karateka to learn. So he took Kusanku and divided it up into the five heian kata. Other karate historians believe the hiean kata were developed from the long Chinese kata, Channan. Another theory says Channan kata is the Heian Kata. Whatever the history of the Heian kata, they are now practiced by millions of[..]

Knowing only a few of the many self defense moves could save your life if you are attacked. Defense moves will help you fight back even if you are smaller than your assailant. Attacks happen in just a few seconds and there is no time to think about what to do, you just need to act. If you learn a few self defense moves you will not have to think you will just react and be able to stop any attacker. Every woman has been told during the course of her life to kick a man in the groin if you are being attacked. So few of us have been told that this will work on a woman too, and she is less likely to expect it. If you can, use your knee instead of extending your leg. When your leg is out the[..]

Kids Martial Arts Tinley Park is aware of the fact that some of the people nowadays just forget where their manners are. There are those who just can't seem to bother at all that they are really stepping on someone else shoes or something; that they are climbing the ladder at the expense of others. Then there are those who just say things very nicely when out in the public eye but really do the exact opposite thing when nobody's looking. These acts of inconsistency as we may call are just one of the few things why honesty and all the proper disciplining a child should be an utmost concern of parents and guardians nowadays. These things aren't escaping the watchful eyes of Kids Martial[..]

Obviously getting in a bar fight is not something to look for and you should always try to talk things out, however there are times when people just get in your face and you have no other option but to strike. Clearly you cannot afford to take the first hit and you must make your first strike count as you could quickly find yourself outnumbered. In most cases you will find that you are a point blank range from your opponent so these moves are designed for perfect delivery at close range. 1. The Headbutt The headbutt is the perfect move for a bar fight, honed and developed by the British in the pub.  This can either be delivered from the front to the nose or with a twist to the side[..]

Do you know that there are 4 little-known and rarely-taught street fighting coordinates that once understood and applied will make you one of the most effective fighting machines every cut loose into the real world? In this article, I will reveal to you the 4 fighting coordinates of street fighting that will make you practically unstoppable whenever confronted with the need to defend yourself or that of a loved-one. Knowing how to effectively use these four coordinates will give you an immediate advantage against anyone who would be so foolish as to attack you. The 4 Fighting Coordinates of Street Fighting and How Know Them Gives You An Immediate Advantage Coordinate #1 - The Correct[..]

FEAR. False Evidence Appearing Real. However you want to see it - is a problem beset by a great majority of everyday honest and good people who seriously want to study a system of self protection against all of the possible modern and very real urban violence. There is one system of fear management that is absolutely superb for "fear busting" when it comes to fighting and self defense. This is the technique of verbal rehearsal training which I will explain to you here. What Is Verbal Rehearsal Fear Reduction Training Actors do it best, and you will emulate what they do not only in the sense of memorizing or practice a verbal script, but also "going into an altered mind state" where[..]

You don't have to be Mr. Miyagi to figure this one out. And it didn't matter if I was on the Wrestling mat or the Judo tatami; I have heard this same answer over and over again from every level of world elite coach and athlete. When ever someone showed a pin or a submission, someone in the crown would always ask "What's the counter?" or "How do you get out of that?" to that the expert would reply %99 percent of the time with. Don't get there! The other 1% of the time would be something you could do to either prolong the inevitable or worm your way to a better position. But there was never any magic pill or secret, ancient technique other than sheer guts and determination (with a lot of[..]

History: Shotokan is both a young and an . It is ancient because its roots are deeply entrenched in the past, and young because, as it is expressed today, it is an art that is less than a 100 years old. Shotokan is characterised by its long and low stances, its powerful techniques and its dynamic forms. The founder of Shotokan, Gichin Funakoshi, was an Okinawan. He trained in the oldest of the Okinawan te (hand) systems as a young man and in the early 20th century brought what he had learned in the island of Okinawa to mainland Japan, where he demonstrated his art before the Emperor. He originally intended to return to Okinawa but was persuaded to to remain and continue teaching in[..]

If you search the net for martial arts training, you will find thousands of sites offering to train you in various styles. Even though most are well presented and the persons in them are probably experts in their style, but can their teachings not get lost in the translation from T.V. screen to student? If the student is a total beginner i would say they could pick up the basic stances, punches, kicks and simple techniques. What the beginning student can't learn from a video is timing and the flow of the techniques and maybe the small details of the technique. This is where you need someone to show you in person. When I was instructing some students would have a hard time getting the[..]

Karate classes are funny places. The good classes are set in tradition which is very strange to the beginner but taken very seriously by those who have been at it for a while. Anyone who teaches karate will agree that karate is not just a sport but an art. It therefore make since that you would want your students to really look the part both in the dojo and also around town and at tournaments. A well equipped class is a happy class that will feel proud of their club and want to continue learning this excellent sport. I have been studying Karate for the past eight years. In that time I have belonged to serious clubs and also short stints at quite lousy clubs. One of the things that set[..]

All Asian forms of martial arts is considered to be a combination of well-practiced punches, kicks, blocks, flips, and other combative gestures. A skilled martial artist practices his or her art like a dance or music in order to achieve a careful honing of the bodies muscles, flexibility, and reflexes. Most Asian art forms are primarily focused on practicing above mentioned skills in combat. It also includes careful and advanced usage of deadly arts weapons. You must have seen a number of movies based on martial arts specialty. Remember, the specialist martial artist icon Bruce Lee is shown holding a pair of Nunchakus above his head. In this movie, Bruce Lee defends himself against a[..]

For the last few years, you might have thought that the sport of boxing had gone into hiding, or simply retired altogether to be replaced by MMA De La Hoya and Merryweather came along to try to breathe new life into their sport; while I can't yet say what this will mean for the future of boxing, I do know that my generation and the generations which will follow will certainly prefer MMA over boxing. The question of the popularity of the two sports as compared to each other is largely generational. Younger generations prefer MMA, while the older set is in favor of boxing. The following generations are also going to prefer MMA - because to put it simply, it is a better sport and has more[..]

MMA Supplements and steroids have always been thoughtful conversation in the Martial Arts Circuit. Though the rigorous physical ordeal naturally requires more planned nutrition than usual, yet there is a risk that some MMA supplements may get branded in the prohibited anabolic steroid category. Steroid scandals have raised a few controversies too. Since steroids like anavar, winstrol, primobolan metabolize fast and they travel in and out of the body often, the main concern among fighters should be to choose the MMA supplements that do not contain the prohibited ingredients, especially before an imminent fight. The steroid testing categories of MMA have quite standard specifications.[..]

Pepper spray also referred to as an OC or capsicum spray, is a very effective inflammatory agent that can easily irritate the eyes and result in pain, temporary blindness, and tears. It is a byproduct of cayenne pepper, one of the hottest peppers in the world. The spray normally comes in canister form, which is often times small enough to be hidden in your pocket or in your purse. MACE pretty much works on the same concept. It is a chemical compound that causes the eyes to tear up and creates a stinging sensation on the surface of the skin. While both MACE and pepper spray are common aerosol sprays used for self-defense, there are some differences between their effects and use. Pepper[..]

I first realized how important it is to know the signs when someone is about to hit you was when I was 12 years old. Not knowing the 7 signs--"Pow!"--I got clobbered with a fist to the forehead. Before every physical fight, there is usually the verbal argument phase. This is more common than the "getting physical phase". A guy is shouting at you at the top of his lungs that you cut in front of the line at the post office when you know that you only stepped to the back to get a shipping box. What do you notice? Though the person is yelling, screaming and complaining, he maintains his distance and does not invade your personal space. He is shouting at a distance. This kind of person[..]

Charles - What we're talking about tonight is actually something that I don't think that anybody has talked about before which is how to survive a carjacking with multiple attackers. And I know that you have experience in this. What on the top of your head are four things a person needs to keep in mind if and when confronted with this particular situation? Andy - I would tell anyone to keep in mind with combative situations in a car or when you car is under attack would be - #1 - Awareness #2 - Controlling The Attackers' Weapon #3 - Using The Vehicle As A Weapon #4 - Always Find The Quickest Available Escape Route Charles - Okay, let us talk each one of these four steps. The first one[..]

Charles - Tonight we will show how to use a flashlight as an expedient weapon for police officers and other law enforcement personnel. How are you doing this evening, David? David - I'm doing great, Charles. How about you? Charles - I'm doing just great. So, we really want to get into this, and, tell us, what are the 3 uses of a flashlight as a weapon for police officers? David - Well, Charles, First of All - You Must Make The Correct Choice In A Flashlight - You make your choice based on the strength of the beam that comes out of it as well as the construction of the flashlight. Plastic. Not so good. I want to stick with flashlights of a nice steel construction. And I want to have a[..]

The extremely high rise in crime – especially personal attacks – has created a demand for affordable self-defense products. Items such as tasers and stun guns, pepper spray, alarms and more are available to the public, but are often extremely expensive. It is possible, however, to find high quality self-defense products at affordable prices. Tasers and stun guns, which used to be off-limits to anyone other than military or law enforcement, are now available to the public along with information and training. Affordable self-defense products also come in the form of alarms and various forms of pepper spray. For instance, pepper spray is now available in aerosol, foam and gel form.[..]

Rarely do I even take pen in hand (so to speak) when I have just read or heard something that has struck that one final nerve that I had left for the day. However, this time I feel compelled to put my thoughts onto paper immediately if for no better reason than to get it off my chest. Now this particular thorn in my side has been going on at nausea for quite awhile and has seen little or no change except for the so called "style-of-the-day," which in this particular case happens to be Jujitsu and the grappling arts. Now before all of you Jujitsu/grappling fans get your panties all in a bunch let me say that I have also experienced this attitude from individuals in Tae Kwon Do, wrestling,[..]

While trolling the Internet, I always see multiple sites, blogs, and forums talking about fights that "must happen!" The fights below aren't fights that "must happen" but they are fights I'd very much like to see. The list is by no means complete, but it definitely represents some of the fights that I most want to see. Robbie Lawler vs Vitor Belfort, Robbie Lawler vs Anderson Silva, Vitor Belfort vs Anderson Silva - Any of those three fights would be spectacular. Old Vitor is back as Newer Vitor, Robbie is no longer just a brawler, and Anderson is Anderson. I think Anderson takes both of his fights with ease, but Vitor vs Lawler would be a war. Mike Swick vs John Fitch - I don't know if[..]

Learning martial art to discipline you is an enticing idea. Of course, everyone wishes to be equipped with the necessary skills and confidence in thwarting off attackers. There are always Tae Kwon Do lessons, schools for Karate, Krav Maga and Jujistu, and training camps for Kung Fu. Unfortunately, many end up frustrated because they pursue a combat discipline for years and still find it ineffective in times needed most. It is a fact that many martial arts methods are not functional and applicable in the real world. Here are great misconceptions about martial arts, as these systems are sports-oriented, and are taught to prepare students for tournaments and competitions. They have[..]

martial art is quite popular these days and many consider it as the simplest way for self defense. Especially for those who live independently this is the martial arts knowledge is necessary to make them feel secure. These days learning karate is quite in sync and at school level the children are taught on how to protect themselves and others from bullies around. If you also want to this simple art and be smarter than others are in your community then buy one of the good Martial Arts Training Videos available online. This Martial Arts DVD are designed by the professional and are quite interactive. Like any other one to one karate class, these Karate Training Videos are quite interactive[..]

The martial arts styles can be divided into several categories, depending upon the dominant techniques they expound. Stand up styles are so called because the fighter fights on his feet using a combination of punches, kicks and footwork techniques. Karate, Kung Fu, Taekwondo, Boxing/Kickboxing, Krav Maga, Wushu and San Shou are some of the art forms in this category. The stand up styles use nimble footwork, distance and timing to defeat an opponent. Here physical conditioning is paramount because the body needs to be in peak condition for lightning fast responses. Some stand up fighting styles such as boxing and Wing Chun emphasizes the use of hands. Others, like Taekwondo, focus on[..]

Muay Thai, or Thai Boxing, is the national sport of Thailand. Its origins are shrouded in mystery, but it can be agreed that it has existed for at least nearly the entire history of Thailand. In recent times, it has enjoyed an immense amount of popularity, and some of its techniques have been incorporated into other fighting styles.   Muay Thai is classified as a “Hard Style” martial art, putting it in the same category as Western Boxing, Karate and Tae Kwon Do. In distinction from “Soft Styles” such as Judo and Aikido, the emphasis is on power and toughness, striking and being stricken, rather than throwing and restraining.   As a Hard Style, Muay Thai can’t be beat. In its[..]

doesn't matter if you practice kyokushin karate or taekwondo, a fact that remains with proper execution of reality based self defense techniques remains in the ability to stay focused and calm while in danger. Within this article I would like to share how importantit is to meditate to maintain a calm mind for any of lifes encounters whether it be stress at work or for mixed martial arts training! There is great importance on martial arts fitness & physical training but the technique of meditation is practically distilled out of every martial arts school. A big factor in a life or death street fight is the ability to keep your composure, with steady breathing,and using your self defense[..]

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Translated literally, Wing Chun means "beautiful springtime," or "forever springtime." Wing Chun is also written "Ving Tsun" or "Wing Tsun." According to Wing Chun, there are several ways of defeating the enemy: striking, kicking, joint locking, controlling, throwing and the use of weapons are the most common. The way the art produces efficient fighters in a relatively short amount of time is by sticking to several core concepts and by paying strict attention to positioning. Much training time is spent cultivating "Sensitivity or Contact Reflexes." The student practices guarding various zones about the body and deals with whatever happens to be contacted or touched in that zone. This[..]

Most people, when interested in joining a martial arts school, have no idea what makes one system of martial arts different from the rest. No one really says, unless previous experience is gained, Kyokushin is what I want to learn, or Shorin Ryu is what I will focus on studying. New students end up joining a school not really knowing which system it teaches. Is it Korean Tae Kwon Do, Japanese Judo, or Brazilian Jiu Jitsu? For most people, karate is simply karate. There are many popular styles and systems taught today around the world, some more popular than others. In order to decide which martial arts school to join, new students should take time to read, and become familiar with some[..]

On November 12th 1993 an American no holds barred “NHB” martial arts tournament entered by the world’s top martial artists revolutionized martial arts forever, allowing the development of a new and superior fighting style, known as “Mixed Martial Arts” (MMA). MMA was not encumbered by the traditions and ineffective techniques of traditional arts, finely honed and evolved using on those techniques that were proven to be effective in the ring. At least that’s what the UFC publicity machine would like us to believe. Martial arts is literally the study of military combat training. Unconventional martial arts videos and movies can be fun to watch. Whether your first exposure to[..]

For those who have ever participated in a martial arts or self defense class, you might have picked up some basic moves or learned some principals of unarmed protection. But you probably didn't realize that everything you learned was not actually intended to save your life in a fight. That's right. Real fighting techniques that can actually injury or debilitate an attacker aren't taught in the dojo or self defense class. If they were, anyone who took a self defense course could go out and start killing people with ease. Martial arts instructors can't give that kind of power to regular people. That is why it is so important to learn real fighting techniques online or through a video[..]

Jeet Kune Do or the Way of the Intercepting Fist is a martial arts style developed by the late great Bruce Lee. It is because of the creation of this fighting style that made Bruce Lee dubbed as the godfather of mixed martial arts. Jeet Kune Do (or Jun Fan Jeet Kune Do) is a product of 26 martial arts both from the east and the west that Bruce Lee has combined by keeping what he sees as essential and discarding what is not. If you want to train in this form of combat, having an overview of what these 26 martial arts are will help you have a deeper understanding and preparation for learning Jeet Kune Do. 1. Wing Chun 2. Northern Praying Mantis 3. Southern Praying Mantis 4. Choy Li Fut 5.[..]

It's hard enough finding information on Krav Maga, the Israeli self defense, but have you tried to find an instructional DVD or manual? Even shirts and clothing are hard to find. So I have rounded up all the places for this gear on the Internet and put them in one place for you. Krav Maga DVDs Let's start with resources for training. If you're looking for a DVD, manual, book or ebook, here are the best places to look: Go to and type "Krav Maga Videos" into the search box. A list of about 16 DVDs will show up (although some will be VHS). Amazon will save you time since you will not have to visit every instructor's site looking for his or her DVD. Also, Amazon has a rating system so you[..]

Tae Kwon Do is Korean Karate. It means The Way of the Hand and Foot (punching and kicking). There are basically four sections to the art: Toning, Sparring, Forms and Self Defense. It is a well rounded exercise program that encompasses muscle toning, stretching and flexibility, increasing strength and stamina through aerobic sparring and mental challenges through becoming proficient at the patterns or forms. Most classes start out with warm-ups. These exercises are the calisthenics such as push ups, sit ups, jumping jacks, trunk rotations, squat kicks and various leg stretches. For certain you will tighten your abs and strengthen your arms just from performing the warm-up exercises.[..]