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Five Steps to Victory

The martial art of Taijiquan (Tai Chi Chuan) is based on the ‘13 Postures’. Despite what many believe, these ‘postures’ are not 13 prototype fighting techniques – the term refers to 8 methods of expressing power (Jin) and 5 footwork methods and strategies. In this article, I will be looking into the 5 footwork methods, and how their strategy is to be applied against an opponent.

Last Commented By decker dude at 10:36:44am 22 January 2012:

Well done james. Interesting post yet again.

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What is Chi?

This is THE definitive martial arts subject. Bigger than ‘Can Taebo be used for self defence?’, more controversial than ‘Did Bruce Lee wear boxers or Y-fronts?’ – this article looks at the subject that gets keyboard warriors (and even some pretty experienced folk) everywhere jumping up and down, beating their fists into walls and challenging each other to fight for the honour of the Shaolin Temple. WHAT IS CHI?

Last Commented By decker dude at 7:33:01pm 3 December 2011:

Once again a very informative piece James. As you say, it IS a complex subject this 'chi', but you have this 'way' about you that lends the subject matter to be less complex than what is percieved ordinarily. I believe you are able to do this by researching your subject matter and then breaking it down into little 'chunks' or 'basics', so that we 'lay persons' are able to understand more about the subject. I sure do wish that i lived in your area and that you were my teacher in the art of Tai-Chi!

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Martial Arts Flexibility

Most martial arts styles require some level of flexibility and therefore improving flexibility for martial arts will help you grow to new heights in your practice while still remaining safe from injury. While some people seem to have a natural ability to be flexible most of us need to work at improving our level of flexibility for martial arts. This article gives you a basic introduction of the types of information and training which professional martial artists carry out.

Last Commented By Josh Edwards at 10:11:11am 17 July 2011:

Thanks for the Article

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A Sumo wrestlers diet

A healthy man is thought to have a BMI (Body mass index) of 18. The BMI of a professional sumo wrestler is rarely found to be below 45. The sumo wrestlers diet and lifestyle is the key to this exceptionally large weight and despite the general opinion of most people, this is acheived through very rigorous eating and sleeping strategies rather than a mass endulgence in foods with high fat content.

Last Commented By decker dude at 11:32:43am 11 December 2011:

Thats a serious amount of calories there!

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I have been involved in Taekwondo ITF and Jiu Jitsu, acheiving respectable grades in both of these styles. I am very interest...

Types of movement - The science behind the art

This article brings a brief look at the different ways we are able to move in relation to martial arts.

Last Commented By corneliuswheldon at 12:30:00am 10 March 2011:

Martial art is very important for the defense. i think that schools should be take initiative to provide the training to the students because of that student can aware about that art in the school time.we have to aware many people to learn this art that keep us fit and fine and we can be able to make self defense.

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One Inch Punch

You've heard of the one inch punch right? This move was made popular by the Kung Fu master and Jeet Kune Do founder Bruce Lee. It can be described as being a punch powerful enough to incapacitate which only requires a distance of one inch to perform. The one inch punch is present in many Southern Martial Arts styles but it is commonly believed it that it is derived from the relatively modern style of Wing Chun.

Last Commented By cthomas1701 at 10:05:19pm 6 September 2011:

First, I want to be clear I am not picking anything apart. I really enjoyed your article and look forward to reading more from you. I am curious about the inch force punching technique. I had always heard that Bruce had learned the technique from Gin Foon Mark. There are even training photos of them together with Bruce learning the technique. Did Bruce refine his study of the inch force power with Master Mark? I honestly don't know. I ask because all three branches of Southern Mantis are based on inch force power. That is not to say, of course, that we are the only ones, there are many styles that do. Wing Chun brings an amazing and powerful arsenal to the table without a doubt. I also know that Wing Chun has also always had this technique. We do definately "throw it" differently and it is equally effective on both sides of the fence. I would appreciate any insite into this you can provide.

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Vital Striking Points

Learn the vital striking points in Martial Arts - most styles will teach these and knowing them should never be under estimated. They could prove to be a life saver in the case of a serious attack against you.

Last Commented By clouddragon at 3:01:47am 9 September 2010:

Dim Mak Dim/Dian "To point/dot and Mak/xue "a hole/vital point or to bore a hole". Applying Dim Mak in a real situation is hard many vital points are covered by clothing. You also have to defend against his strikes whilst trying to locate and strike at his points at the appropriate level of force suitable for the violence being used against you.A mistake could be devastating. It could result in life -for you.

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The Bruce Lee Diet

Having a good diet and comsuming the right nutrition is paramount for all dedicated Martial Artists and can dramatically improve performance. This article discusses what is needed for a well balanced diet and which nutritional aspects are particularly recommended for Martial Artists. Every sport requires specific advise on diet and Martial Arts is no different.

Last Commented By jorellana93 at 5:36:58pm 15 October 2011:

His life style is just phenomenal! There's just no words I can say to describe Bruce... Undoubtedly he is one of the most brilliant minded people and martial artists of all time!

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