One of the most popular sports in the world, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu owes its origins both to the Japanese version of the martial art and judo, creating a contemporary sport in which ground fighting and grappling are key skills. Known as ‘the gentle art’ because stronger, larger opponents can be controlled by smaller competitors, BJJ […]
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Traditional activities to keep fit often seem to come with a problem: running and swimming are described by some as uninteresting; racket sports are viewed as elitist; fitness gyms are frequently unaffordable; and just about any activity that takes place in the great outdoors is hampered by the country’s unpredictable weather! An alternative – MMA […]
read moreMuay Thai – regarded as one of the most effective and powerful martial arts – is a popular sport that is rich in tradition and history, which can be traced back thousands of years. Today, it is a national sport of Thailand and boasts a generous following all over the world of committed and passionate […]
read moreSome fighters might think it counterintuitive to learn a martial art that strictly focuses on a single discipline. Mixed martial artists tend to believe that all training should involve all the skills they need to compete in the cage. This line of thinking is not unfounded, this is mixed martial arts after all. To be […]
read moreAre some people just born with power, or does it have to be developed? Maybe it just seems that way when powerful knockout-punchers like Sonny Liston, Rocky Marciano, and George Foreman prove their punching power. Perhaps they were born with a natural ability to pack a powerful punch – but they still had to do […]
read moreBoxing is more than just a sport. It’s also a trendy way to get fit. It might not seem so awesome to get punched, but taking boxing classes is beneficial to your health and wellness. Boxing classes are more than getting into a boxing ring and punching it out with a sparring partner. It involves […]
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