There is a saying in martial arts: “you don’t stop training because you get old, but you get old because you stop training”. But if you have a knee injury, martial arts can be a struggle. So, what are the best martial arts if you have bad knees? The best martial arts for bad knees … Read more
A herniated disc is a serious back condition often requiring medical attention and a need to avoid re-injury. So, what is the best martial art for someone with a herniated disc? With a herniated disc, the best martial is Tai Chi. Tai Chi is a low-impact martial art that does not put excess pressure on … Read more
MMA gloves are special, usually open-handed gloves used for heavy bag training and MMA competitions. These gloves are made with either genuine or synthetic leather to provide comfort when training with heavy bags. But if you’re ready to up your game, what are the best MMA gloves for heavy bag training? They are small gloves … Read more
Hypermobility means our joints move past their normal ability to bend or extend. This is sometimes called being double-jointed. And sometimes if we have that, training martial arts makes us more susceptible to injuries. So, what is the best martial art for hypermobility? As a general rule, Tai Chi is the best martial art for … Read more
Doing any sort of sport requires proper balance. But not all of us have naturally good balance. Balance can be developed in a variety of ways, including practicing martial arts. But what is the best martial art for balance? As a general rule, Tai Chi, Karate, Taekwondo, and Aikido are the best martial arts for … Read more
Unfortunately, we live in an unpredictable world, and learning how to defend ourselves is a crucial skill. But if there’s a chance your would-be attacker is bigger and stronger, what is the best martial art for fighting bigger opponents? As a general rule, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is the best martial art for fighting bigger opponents. BJJ … Read more
Being a correctional officer is a hard job, and not many of us are cut out for it. You may have to deal with prisoners attacking you in gangs or with weapons, and you may even have to get your hands dirty and restrain inmates yourself. So, what are the best martial arts for correctional … Read more
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu is one of the most popular martial arts in the world. But where did it originate, Japan or Brazil? Who created it? And specifically, what is the history of Jiu-Jitsu in Japan? Jiu-Jitsu, also known as “Ju Jitsu”, originated in Japan, even though others claim it may be traced back to Buddhist monks … Read more
Martial arts is popularly used for self-defense. However, it can be quite challenging for wheelchair users interested in self-defense to find a suitable martial art to practice. So what are the best martial arts for wheelchair users? The best martial art for wheelchair users is Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ). It can even be said that BJJ … Read more
Taekwondo sometimes gets a bad reputation for handing out black belts too quickly. But for many, kids especially, having a realistically achievable goal helps keep them motivated. So how long does it take to get a black belt in Taekwondo? As a general rule in Taekwondo, a first degree black belt takes 3 to 5 … Read more