The odds of being attacked while you’re pregnant are low, but it’s also nice to have a physical outlet to help manage that baby weight. So you may have wondered, can you do Krav Maga while pregnant? Here’s what I found out: Krav Maga can be safely practiced while pregnant by training slowly and carefully … Read more
Almost all martial arts are of Asian origin, while Krav Maga is an Israeli system. And contrary to what many often think, self-defense or fighting is not the essence of martial arts! So is Krav Maga considered a martial art? Here’s what I know from years of study: Krav Maga is not a martial art. … Read more
MMA is a rules-based sport where the goal is to win. The fighters are highly conditioned and have studied a few martial arts styles that give them an edge in the Octagon. But why is Aikido not used in MMA? Here’s what I know from having practiced extensively with an Aikido black belt: Aikido is … Read more
When people first think of martial arts, Karate is often the 1st thing they think of. Judo, on the other hand, is lesser-known but has been an Olympic sport far longer. But in case you find yourself in a dangerous situation, let’s explore Judo vs. Karate for self-defense: which is better? Here’s what I know … Read more
You’ve heard that Krav Maga is probably the deadliest and most effective form of self-defense in the world. But the most successful MMA fighters rarely train in Krav Maga, so is Krav Maga allowed in the UFC? Here’s what I discovered: Krav Maga is not officially banned in the UFC, but many of its deadliest … Read more
Aikido is a fantastic martial art. While not designed for fighting, it has elements similar to Judo, Jiu-Jitsu, and a strong philosophy behind it. But how long does it take to master Aikido? Here’s what I know from extensive training with an Aikido black belt: It takes 2 years to master the basics of Aikido, … Read more
Everyone knows MMA, otherwise known as Mixed Martial Arts, as popularized by the UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship). These are often the best of the best martial artists, being experts in several different styles. But I wondered can Krav Maga beat MMA? Here’s what I know from practicing with an MMA artist: In most cases, a … Read more
Everyone has heard how lethal Krav Maga can be. But there’s no denying a Mike Tyson or Muhammad Ali, and their boxing skill would be a formidable match for anyone. So let’s look at Krav Maga vs. Boxing for self-defense: Here’s what I know from doing a small amount of both: Krav Maga is better … Read more
If you haven’t tried out any martial art yet, you might be curious about what draws people to it. After all, martial arts have been popular literally for centuries. But most people who practice will never actually get in a fight. So, why is it important to learn martial arts? Here’s what I’ve learned from … Read more
I trained with a black belt in Aikido for many years, and he was awesome. He would easily be able to hold his own against an attacker or someone who had trained in other martial arts. So why does Aikido have a bad reputation? Here’s what I think: Aikido has a bad reputation because many … Read more