Core Strength Martial Arts
by Mackenzie M. June 18th, 2013| Core, Strength Training
It should come with no surprise that Japanese martial arts provide an amazing core strength workout. From judo to karate to aikido, Japanese martial arts build core strength in the abdominal muscles, chest muscles, and leg muscles. However, many do not understand that there is an entire philosophy behind
Poomse Your Way to Warm-up
by Joe Lawrence April 14th, 2009| Cardio, Eating Tips, Exercises, Strength Training
Back in my martial arts days, I asked my instructor for some new workout ideas. I was getting bored and needed to freshen things up a bit. He created a very fun six week training plan focused on cardio strengthening. I'm not going to share the whole workout but instead
“Snatch the Pebble…â€
by Joe Lawrence February 18th, 2009| Cardio, Eating Tips, Family Fitness, Sports, Strength Training
Why are so many people registering their children or themselves for martial arts classes? There are numerous reasons to get involved in the martial arts. Whether you're trying to gain confidence, get into better shape or learn self-defense, martial arts is the answer.