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How to Survive: A Portrait of a Modern Martial Artist
The term “martial arts” generally refer to the study of war. But for many people, the martial arts mean more than simply fighting. Martial arts, to them, mean “the art of survival.” One way to learn how to survive is to learn how to defend yourself.
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Three Martial Arts Systems You Didn’t Know Were Martial Arts
When someone tells you that they’re going to take up martial arts, what do you first imagine? You probably have a picture of two people wearing belts, holding up their fists and trying to strike at each other. But the world of martial arts encompasses more than our typical views of fighting systems [...]
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The History of Tae Kwon Do
The term “Tae Kwon Do” loosely translates as “the art of punching and kicking,” or, in martial arts terms, “striking.” Remember that in martial arts, there is not only one way to fight: many people view martial arts as being limited to karate chops and wood-breaking. But when it comes to a [...]
