In 1993, no one would’ve thought that what was supposedly a one-time thing would blossom into the UFC that we know, and most of us love today. So, how well do you know the early UFC? Here are 10 facts about the early years of the Ultimate Fighting Championship: The first match needed to be…
Brazilian jiu-jitsu was formed from the framework of Kodokan judo grappling, and as a result the two martial arts can look quite similar at times. However, while their forms may look the same, and they may share a few moves, they’ve evolved in rather different directions. Here are some of the ways in which judo…
Founded by MMA professionals, the Enbo Fight Club aims to train poor children and orphans from the Ngawa Tibetan Prefecture. Its HQ is in Chengdu, Sichuan Province. The concept is to not only teach these children how to fight but also train them to be mentally strong in the hopes of helping them exceed their…
For all their emphasis on learning how to fight and defend oneself, the martial arts at their core teach that it is best not to get into an actual fight in the first place. To some martial artists, this may mean that the best option in any potential fight is always to run away. It…
Working out in the hot weather can seem daunting, but that doesn’t mean that you need to put your training on hold. Here a few tips and tricks to staying on track and beating the summer heat: Know the Signs of Overheating If you experience cramps, dizziness, vomiting, or pale and clammy skin, it might…
Tai chi chuan, also known as tai chi, is a meditative Chinese martial art that promotes and strengthens not just the body but also the mind. The term – meaning “great polarity” – is derived from Taoist philosophy, where advocates believe that opposites exist because of and alongside each other, a concept called “yin and…
Let’s face it; the world is weird at times. Who knows, you could find yourself forced to fight one-on-one in an arena, just like a gladiator, and in such a case, it’s best to familiarize yourself with the weapons you might find. Simplest of all is that most classical of weapons: the spear. It’s been…
Karate. Some people think of it purely in its physical terms. Yet traditionally, it’s more than that. It’s also an art, one focused on self-development, on achieving harmony and unity, being as much meditation as it is martial art. Neither way is really wrong. Karate was originally formed in times that were vastly different from…
Japanese swords are some of the most venerated weapons in history, and this is very clear both in fiction and in the amazing martial arts that are associated with their use. They’re famous for their awesome cutting power; however, they’re not magically invulnerable weapons, and can be easily damaged if not used or cared for…
When legendary instructor Steve De Masco started martial arts in 1968, he opened up his views on the physical and philosophical sides of the Shaolin fighting arts — specifically Shaolin Kempo. After decades of study, he has described the discipline of the 5 Kung Fu Animal Styles, and what the study of each of them…