martial arts | Black Belt Magazine 2/5

Mar 28

On the Shoulders of Giants: Strategies and Philosophies from 6 Martial Arts Masters

Leo Fong is one of the wisest people I know. Now in his ninth decade in the martial arts, he’s also one of the most experienced,...

Mahabharata and Martial Arts: An Ancient Epic's Influence on the Evolution of Combat Systems

Black Belt Team

Mar 24

Indian Martial Arts

Mahabharata and Martial Arts: An Ancient Epic's Influence on the Evolution of Combat Systems

In the realm of martial arts, influences are as diverse as the techniques themselves, stretching across continents and epochs. One such...

What Happens When Pop Culture Meets Martial Arts

Justin Lee Ford

Mar 17

Entertainment

What Happens When Pop Culture Meets Martial Arts

I know. I was dang near ready to join the Iga ninja clan. Mind you, I only wore this outfit and wielded these bend-before-breaking...

The #1 Zen Principle That Will Guide You To Martial Arts Mastery

Black Belt Team

Mar 16

Traditional Arts

The #1 Zen Principle That Will Guide You To Martial Arts Mastery

This grey-haired-yet-never-grouchy man offered wise words to those who came seeking him, regardless of who they were. One day, a scholar...

George Chung

Mar 15

Premium

The Flying Side Kick

Throughout Black Belt's illustrious 63-year history, the flying sidekick has remained among the most revered techniques, the flying side...

Unveiling the Mysteries: 10 Fascinating Trivia about Martial Arts

Black Belt Team

Mar 14

Traditional Arts

Unveiling the Mysteries: 10 Fascinating Trivia about Martial Arts

Martial arts, a blend of skill, discipline, and philosophy, offer far more than just self-defense techniques. Across centuries, they've...

Bill Bishop

Mar 14

Self-Defense

Citizen Warrior

Photos by Rick Hustead Post-9/11, “combatives” has become the buzzword of the martial arts industry. However, many students don’t have a...

Sophisticated Simplicity: Albert Einstein's Lesson for Martial Artists

Justin Lee Ford

Mar 14

Traditional Arts

Sophisticated Simplicity: Albert Einstein's Lesson for Martial Artists

In fact, his understanding of martial arts far exceeds that of many present day black belts! I know, I know...it's a random thought....

Tracing the Evolution: The Fascinating History of the Nunchaku

David Stainko

Mar 13

Traditional Arts

Tracing the Evolution: The Fascinating History of the Nunchaku

When explaining the origin of the nunchaku, we need to follow different historical paths which lead us to ancient history and direct us...

The Importance of Slow-Twitch Muscle Fibers for Martial Artists

Jason Kelly

Mar 13

Fitness

The Importance of Slow-Twitch Muscle Fibers for Martial Artists

Visualize, the fight begins. You go into your defensive stance. You spend about 30 seconds moving around looking for an entry point or...

Sensei - The Origin and Meaning of the Word

David Stainko

Mar 12

Traditional Arts

Sensei - The Origin and Meaning of the Word

In various martial arts there are different names for the titles of some master ranks In the following text I am going to mention and...

Martial Arts Philosophy Uncovered: Are Your Thoughts Holding You Back As A Martial Artist?

Justin Lee Ford

Mar 12

Traditional Arts

Martial Arts Philosophy Uncovered: Are Your Thoughts Holding You Back As A Martial Artist?

Time for a pop quiz in philosophy! Have you ever questioned why--in systems that teach us wounding, arresting, and potentially even...

Black Belt Team

Mar 5

Traditional Arts

Having a Competitor IQ in Martial Arts

Even the Best Preparation May Not Guarantee Victory: Understanding the Unpredictable Nature of Martial Arts Competitions No matter how...

What do you need to know when choosing a martial art school for your child?

Noel Plaugher

Mar 5

Traditional Arts

What do you need to know when choosing a martial art school for your child?

There are hundreds, if not thousands of articles and advertisements, all touting the myriad of benefits children receive from studying...

The History of the Belt (grading and ranking) in Martial Arts

David Stainko

Mar 5

Traditional Arts

The History of the Belt (grading and ranking) in Martial Arts

Grading- ranking in martial arts varies from skill to skill and from style to style although for all of them it defines the degree of the...

Martial Arts and the Knowledge in Self-Defense

Black Belt Team

Mar 1

Traditional Arts

Martial Arts and the Knowledge in Self-Defense

The foundation of self-defense traces back to ancient and primal combat forms that emerged independently across the globe. This theory...

Yasuhiro Konishi: How a Forgotten Karate Pioneer Built a Budo Mecca

Dave Lowry

Mar 1

Traditional Arts

Yasuhiro Konishi: How a Forgotten Karate Pioneer Built a Budo Mecca

Most karateka will recognize names like Funakoshi and Motobu. Far fewer know anything about Yasuhiro Konishi even though he was a pivotal...

The Most Influential Women Martial Artists on the Planet

Black Belt Team

Mar 1

Entertainment

The Most Influential Women Martial Artists on the Planet

In this list, we feature the most influential women in martial arts. The criteria were simple: everyone on the list is a master in their...

Five Tips to Dramatically Improve Your Martial Art Training

Black Belt Team

Feb 26

Traditional Arts

Five Tips to Dramatically Improve Your Martial Art Training

Transforming Martial Arts Practice: A Comprehensive Guide to Mastery In the realm of martial arts, the journey from novice to master is...

Roses Are Red, Bruises Are Blue: The Art and Agony of Combat Sports

Black Belt Team

Feb 22

Traditional Arts

Roses Are Red, Bruises Are Blue: The Art and Agony of Combat Sports

In the world of combat sports, where the clash of fists and the dance of dodges create a symphony of adrenaline, the saying "Roses are...

20 Must-Watch Martial Arts Movies of All Time

Black Belt Team

Feb 22

Entertainment

20 Must-Watch Martial Arts Movies of All Time

Fans of kung fu films in the twenty-first century have a deeper awareness and appreciation for quality movies than previous generations....

4 Ways to Improve Your Dojo and Your Life

Floyd Burk

Feb 21

Traditional Arts

4 Ways to Improve Your Dojo and Your Life

No. 1: Make "Yes" Your Favorite Word. Try to never say no. The reason is obvious. Yes is positive, and no is not. Yes propels people...

5 Ways You Can Challenge Your Martial Arts Training!

Black Belt Team

Feb 19

Traditional Arts

5 Ways You Can Challenge Your Martial Arts Training!

Oh man, there's something about watching a kung fu movie where the master is, let's just say, "enthusiastically" showing the ropes to the...

The Martial Arts Mat: Navigating the 7 types of Training Partners

Black Belt Team

Feb 10

Traditional Arts

The Martial Arts Mat: Navigating the 7 types of Training Partners

In the diverse and dynamic world of martial arts, the dojo serves not just as a training ground for physical prowess but also as a...

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