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AMAZING kung fu martial arts HISTORY
The term 'Kung Fu' does not relate to any specific form of
martial art, but rather translates as 'skill' or 'ability'.
Scholars believe that the use of Kung Fu to describe the Chinese
martial form originated in Hong Kong and Kwangtung...
Florida State University Study Prompts Humane Self-Defense Training Class
ROBBINSDALE, Minn. - It has been a common belief that it is better to offer no resistance to attackers, but now a study from the Florida State University Department of Criminology indicates just the opposite.
In response to this study, a...
Is Aikido a Martial Art? Part 1
PART 1
At first sight of the above title I am sure that a lot of Aikidoist's will be angry, they will assume that this is yet another attack on the credibility of Aikido by other martial artist's.
On this occasion they are totally wrong, I...
The Difference Between Karate and Tae Kwon Do
The two most common martial arts practiced in North America are
karate and tae kwon do. Many wonder what the difference between
these two martial arts is. This is especially the case for those
who are just starting to look around for a martial...
The Kenshiro Abbe 50th Celebration Event
THE KENSHIRO ABBE 50th CELEBRATION EVENT
14th May 2005 Crystal Palace Sports Centre London. UK
By Henry Ellis
Henry Ellis, a direct student of the legendary Budo master Kenshiro Abbe Sense, from 1957 describes the great event at the Crystal...
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Exercise Personalities: What's Your Type?
Exercise. You know how it goes. You have an epiphany and make up
your mind that this time you are going to stick with an exercise
program. The first week goes great...so does the second. Then
the third week blues kick in and by week 4 that motivation you
felt in the beginning has moved to the couch. We have all been
there.
Just recently, researchers have found that people are much more
successful in sticking to an exercise regime if it matches their
personalities. To stay motivated, you should go with whatever
"moves you". The Physician and Sports Medicine edition of
December 2004 identifies specific activities that correspond
with different personalities. Let us take a look and find out
what your type is!
If you: Love to compete Try: Activities with a competitive edge
- team sports, tennis, volleyball, golf.
If you: Like to take risks Try: Activities that appeal to your
adventurous spirit...mountain climbing, cross-country skiing.
If you: Are strong, assertive, and aggressive Try: Activities
that allow you to release tons of energ - martial arts, power
weight lifting, mountain biking.
If you: Are motivated by excitement and fun Try: Group
activities...dance classes, aerobics, skiing, and team sports.
If you: Enjoy mental focus Try: Activities that allow you
to
concentrat - yoga, Pilates, martial arts.
If you: Like to socialize Try: Activities that allow you to
interact with people - golf, join a gym, team sports.
If you: Enjoy surprises and spontaneity Try: Unpredictable
activities - racquet sports, dancing, outdoor hiking.
If you: Are introspective and enjoy solitude Try: Activities
that can be done alone - running, walking, yoga, swimming laps.
If you: Like a sense of routine and control Try: Structured
activities - step machine, tai chi, weight lifting.
Interesting! So now that we have some ideas, let's get moving
and make it to week 5, 6, 7....
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