Martial arts is not just for kids or professional fighters; it can also have numerous benefits for adults. Engaging in martial arts training can be a fantastic way to improve physical and mental health, develop self-discipline, and learn practical self-defense techniques. In this article, we will explore the various benefits of martial arts for adults, […]
Martial Arts and Violence: Debunking Common Misconceptions When we hear the term “martial arts,” it’s easy to imagine intense fight scenes from popular shows and movies like “Kobra Kai” or “Enter the Dragon.” However, it is crucial to separate reality from fiction and understand that martial arts is not about violence. In fact, it is […]
How Does Martial Arts Help a Person with ADHD? Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition characterized by difficulties in controlling attention, impulsivity, and hyperactivity. These challenges can significantly impact an individual’s daily life, academic performance, social life, work life, and overall well-being. While medication and therapy are commonly used to manage ADHD […]
Gratitude is a powerful human emotion that can have a positive impact on our mental health. According to a study, when we express gratitude and receive the same, our brain releases dopamine and serotonin, the two crucial neurotransmitters responsible for our emotions, and they make us feel good. Gratitude also has the ability to reduce […]
9 HEALTHY SUMMERTIME HABITS Summer Break Doesn’t Have to Mean a Break from Training Summer break is here, but that doesn’t mean a break from the healthy habits you’ve been practicing in your daily life as part of your Taekwondo training. As a martial artist, you should stay focused on fueling your body with […]
Raising the Heart Rate to Raise Performance Runners refer to it as “the kick.” It’s the moment at the very end of a race when they burst out with everything they’ve got, pushing as hard as they can to reach the finish line ahead of their opponents. After a long race a runner’s kick […]
Grade school can be quite the experience for any child. It is a place where a child not only learns academically but one where a child must learn to socialize and function in the world. Unfortunately, there are a lot of negative experiences that a child may have when going through school. Whatever those experiences […]
CHOOSING TO BE HAPPY ATA Martial Arts’ Self-Esteem Life Skill Cycle is coming to a close, so I wanted to end it with a word of encouragement to all of you. We all struggle with Self-Esteem from time-to-time and that struggle can often result in negative feelings that not only bring yourself down more, but […]
Protect Your Heart with Martial Arts Every year, the American Heart Association celebrates Heart Month to raise awareness about heart disease and heart health. What you may not know is that martial arts are great for the heart. In fact, the cardiac benefits of martial arts give a whole new meaning to the idea of […]
Every year, the American Heart Association celebrates Heart Month to raise awareness about heart disease and heart health. What you may not know is that martial arts are great for the heart. In fact, the cardiac benefits of martial arts give a whole new meaning to the idea of cardiovascular fitness. With that in mind, […]