- The History and Tradition of Karate
By: Jimmy Cox - Aug 23, 2009
Karate is the art of self-defense and counter attack without weapons. It is a Japanese word and in its native language means literally "empty...
- Mastering The Essential Judo Throw
By: Jimmy Cox - Aug 23, 2009
Each judo throw, okuri-ashi-harai (sweeping ankle throw), o-soto-gari (major external reaping) and o-uchi-gari (major inner reaping), is explained...
- 4 Crucial Judo Throws You Need To Know
By: Jimmy Cox - Aug 23, 2009
You will need to master certain judo throws to become proficient. Some of these throws outlined in this article are tai-otoshi (body drop),...
- Learning The 3 Key Judo Throws
By: Jimmy Cox - Aug 23, 2009
Momentum can be classified into two types. One is the force that acts along a curved line; the other is a force that acts along a straight line....
- The Beginning and Evolution Of Karate
By: Mike Direct - Aug 21, 2009
Karate is a martial art that has existed for thousands of years. It originated in China and is based of the fighting system of Gongfu. Karate is...
- Expert Karate Techniques and Tactics
By: Jimmy Cox - Aug 13, 2009
There are many offensive thrusts in karate. Some of them are outlined below. It always pays to have some of these moves under your belt, so that if...
- Karate Lessons - The Way to Self-Mastery
By: Jimmy Cox - Aug 13, 2009
Blocking techniques are essential to karate and are always included in karate lessons. Some of these important techniques are explained in this...
- Supplementing Your Martial Arts Training With High Kicks
By: Calasanz Martinez - Aug 6, 2009
While not practiced and sometimes frowned upon by some martial arts, practicing high kicks can help to enhance your martial arts training.
- How to Learn Self Defense Techniques at Home
By: Jack Krohn - Aug 6, 2009
Owning and learning how to use self defense products like stun guns and pepper sprays are a great start for a self defense program. Another...
- The Axis of Evil-What Do Our Enemies Practice?
By: Matthew McKernan - Aug 4, 2009
First, let me define the term "Axis of Evil" for those who may not be familiar with it.
- Judo In Practice And In Theory
By: Jimmy Cox - Aug 4, 2009
Shime-waza (strangles) are an important part of judo. The strangles explained in this article are: nami-juji-jime (normal cross strangle),...
- Judo Strategy - Turning Your Opponent's Strength to Your Advantage
By: Jimmy Cox - Aug 4, 2009
Take advantage of your opponent's long reaction time. This is excellent judo strategy. We must consider how to make the opponent's reaction time...
- How To Defend Against A Weapon Attack
By: Matthew McKernan - Aug 4, 2009
You never know for sure if your assailant has a weapon of not, unless they use the weapon to threaten you. (More on that later)
- What the Karate Student Should Know
By: Jimmy Cox - Jul 25, 2009
In New York City alone last year more than 108,000 felonies and 153,000 misdemeanors were committed. Hoodlums, punks, and juvenile delinquents are...
- Never Throw The First Punch
By: Matthew McKernan - Jul 21, 2009
I can hear my father now. "Never throw the first punch." This mantra has been drilled in your brain since you were a wee toddler.
- The Mechanics of the Judo Throw
By: Jimmy Cox - Jul 21, 2009
The judo throw is a most important aspect of technique. Three of the crucial throws, hiza-guruma (knee wheel) and harai-tsurikomi-ashi (lifting...
- Helpful Karate Breathing Tips
By: Jimmy Cox - Jul 20, 2009
If you're an average human being, you may be alive but you are not breathing . . . correctly, that is. Americans take breathing for granted, but...
- Street Smarts 101-Friend Or Foe
By: Matthew McKernan - Jul 1, 2009
Do you know when you are about to be set up? Good street fighters and criminals can easily disarm you with a simple seemingly innocent question.
- The Eight Laws Of Self Defense-What You Must Assume Every Time
By: Matthew McKernan - Jun 25, 2009
You should always keep going until the threat no longer exists. It doesn't stop at a point or a tap out. Yes, you will be able to knock someone out...
- How The Spartans Conquered Fear (Part 2)
By: Matthew McKernan - Jun 25, 2009
The Spartans are probably one of the most revered fighting forces in the world. A society built around combat, and building the perfect warrior....
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