Martial Arts

As a BJJ practitioner, I’ve learned that keeping my knees healthy is critical for long-term success on the mat. After all, no one wants to be sidelined by pesky knee pain. Right? So, let me share a few tips I’ve picked up on maintaining healthy knees in BJJ, ensuring we can all continue rolling without […]

So there I was, pondering whether BJJ could really give me stronger bones, and guess what?  It Turns Out It Can! Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu not only toughens me mentally and physically but also works wonders on increasing my bone density for extra resilience. Who knew? Skeletons Wanna Have Fun As a martial arts enthusiast, I love exploring how

Ever rolled on the mat and thought, “Why do my knees hurt in Jiu-Jitsu?”  Well, I’ve been there too. Knee injuries are common in BJJ. In the quest for the perfect submission, it’s easy to forget about our poor knees.  They’re constantly TWISTING, BENDING, and sometimes even CRYING FOR HELP.  Let’s explore common causes of

I’ve had my fair share of knee problems, and I know how vital it is to protect those precious joints.  Let’s DIVE DEEP into whether BJJ is indeed tough on our knees (our pick of top bjj kee pads) and explore potential alternatives.  So, grab your favorite knee brace and let’s get started! A Knee-sy

As a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) enthusiast, I’ve often wondered if knee pads would make a difference in my grappling game.  Well, turns out they can!  Let’s EXPLORE the benefits of using knee pads in BJJ.  From personal experience, BJJ can be rough on our knees. So, let’s dive into how knee pads can not only protect

Isn’t it painful to see your training buddies hurt their knees during sparring? Easily more than half the UFC fighters have trained in BJJ, and we know damn well it is a martial art that requires Lots of KNEE WORK.  A LOT.  From takedowns to ground grappling, your knees take a lot of IMPACT and

Most people hoped Ben Askren could shut cocky Jake Paul, but that didn’t transpire. Ben didn’t seem confident anymore in the ring while their name was announced. After the sound of the first bell, Jake Paul is the aggressor in the fight, and Ben is looking to outbox Jake. What Jake Paul demonstrated in this

You may have come across people or seen athletes with SHORT T REX ARMS or unusually long orangutan arms.  I was always CURIOUS if certain sports attract athletes with more positive or negative APE Index ideal for the sport or an athlete chooses a specific sport because of their physical body type or probably both.

Are you a little bored of just going through the motions with kicking THIN AIR whilst waiting for your next Taekwondo lesson? Taekwondo Punching Bag is the answer. What is Punching Bag In Taekwondo For people new to martial arts – A punching bag is used across various material arts, and Taekwondo is NO EXCEPTION.

Strongest Kick In Taekwondo The strongest kick in Taekwondo is the Step-In Sidekick HANDS DOWN. Back kicks and sidekicks were used to train Korean soldiers in Real Unarmed Combat situations during ancient times. THEY ARE LETHAL. If you add a step before your turning sidekick, you can generate more momentum, speed, and power for your

Going back to the ancient days of stick fighting, Taekwondo is a material art that uses sticks in their training. Most Taekwondo dojang will teach you to train with long bamboo or foam stick compared to 3 section staff (Sahm Dan bong) or antique metal baton (sai), among other weapons.  What Is The Stick Called

hey Taekwondo players! I know, I know Taekwondo Bags are not as sexy to talk about compared to 720 butterfly kicks however If you are committed to Taekwondo training, specific taekwondo bags, without doubt, are an EXCELLENT INVESTMENT. If your children are into Taekwondo, Taekwondo bags will have a great ROI, and the bag may

Taekwondo Patches On Uniform And Patches Placement Howdy Taekwondo Players! Did you receive a new Taekwondo patch from your instructor, or do you want to add a Taekwondo patch to your Uniform? You have come to the right place. Taekwondo patches can give your taekwondo uniform a certain flair; you will know exactly what to

“Charyeot” “Kyeongrye” Wait, what! Why is everyone bowing down? Well, I don’t want to look like an idiot and I will also bow down! We have all been there! Who can blame us if our mother tongue is not Korean? If you have ever felt curious about what your Taekwondo instructor’s commands are, we will

I could hardly wait to receive my Taekwondo black belt; how about you? Getting a black belt in Taekwondo can take anywhere between 3 to 6 years, depending on your dojang.  Getting your Taekwondo blackbelt within three years is considered a VERY SHORT TIME in the Taekwondo community.  How long does it usually take to

Like Freedy Roach, famously known to simulate fight game plans on mitts work with Manny Pacquiao in Boxing, Kick pads are used to simulate a fight and strategize plans to execute in Taekwondo competitions. Taekwondo kick pads are safe, and you avoid getting injured right before the match. Taekwondo pads also allow you to see

MMA highlights the effectiveness of each traditional material art IN REAL FIGHTING and Traditional Korean martial arts. Taekwondo is one of the best material arts when it comes to KICKS… Isn’t it exciting to learn about the offensive art of Taekwondo in MMA? Yair Rodriguez is an elite MMA fighter who comes from a taekwondo

We all know Joe Rogan, the guy on the POPULAR podcast PowerfulJRE (Joe Rogan Experience), who brings famous people and his friends on the show. What is so FASCINATING about Joe is his ability to connect and have in-depth conversations with people on his show about various topics. Joe’s favorite topics include the mystery of