Many people start martial arts and then take a break. And they don’t always return to the same dojo they started in. In that case, do Karate belts transfer between dojos? Most dojos will allow a student from another school to continue to wear their old belt at least until their first test at the … Read more
Lots of martial artists buy training gear, equipment, weapons, and uniform components online these days. And one of the names you see out there is KarateMart. But is KarateMart legit? KarateMart is a legit site and has been in operation since 2009. On average, it has a 4-star rating on review sites and has been … Read more
Blocks are used in virtually all martial arts, and Karate is no exception. Being able to block oncoming punches is an essential part of becoming a well-rounded fighter. But do Karate blocks work? Here’s what I know based on my experience: Karate blocks do work when executed effectively. There are 11 blocks, but 4 of … Read more
Martial arts can be expensive. After all, it’s often not just the monthly cost. There’s registration, uniform, testing fees, equipment fees, and more. But is Karate expensive? Here’s what I know from doing it: Karate does not have to be expensive. On average, Karate schools charge $100 per month for tuition. Often, registration is a … Read more
The Karate Kid is one of the best martial art movies ever — decades after, folks are still talking about it. Of course, it ends with a brutal crane kick to Johnny. But did Daniel really use an illegal kick? Here’s what I can tell you: Daniel did use an illegal kick against Johnny in … Read more
Kickboxing is fun and has proven to help with weight loss, fitness, and self-defense. But it does involve a strenuous workout. So is it safe if you’re pregnant? More specifically, can kickboxing cause a miscarriage? Here’s what I know from training with a few pregnant women: Kickboxing has never been linked to miscarriage. However, no … Read more
As you know, kickboxing is a good fighting style, but it’s also great for fitness as it’s an intense workout. But as practitioners naturally shed pounds doing it, can kickboxing reduce breast size? Here’s what I’ve heard from women I’ve trained with: Kickboxing can help reduce breast size because it is a full-body workout that … Read more
Kickboxing is fun, popular, and lethal. A considerable chunk of top MMA fighters employs it as one of their foundational martial arts — so it’s effective. But is Kickboxing good for street fights? Here’s what I know based on my experience: Kickboxing is good for street fights seeing as it’s an effective stand-up striking art. … Read more
Most of the kickboxers portrayed in the media are guys. And it can be intense and brutal. But there are plenty of female martial artists. However, some women still wonder is kickboxing only for guys? Here’s what I’ve seen in classes: Kickboxing is not only for guys. But most martial arts classes will typically be … Read more
Kickboxing is fun, intense, and highly popular. Some use kickboxing for fitness, while others use it to compete. But either way, is kickboxing easy to learn? Here’s what I saw doing a little of it: The moves in kickboxing are easy to learn, especially compared to martial arts such as Brazilian Jiu-jitsu or Karate. However, … Read more