Tag: Kicking

  • Five Basic Exercises for Martial Artists to Build Strength

    Five Basic Exercises for Martial Artists to Build Strength

    There are several components essential for fitness in general and self-defense specifically. Those are: Strength Flexibility/Mobility Speed Knowledge/Understanding

  • White Belt Kicking Drill

    This is the first in a series of video posts. This little drill gives the White Belt student all the kicks that she needs to learn for her level. Of course, additional kicks may be taught, but these are the ones used in the White Belt curriculum. All kicks should be at least belt high. Some will…

  • Skill versus Exercise

    Skill versus Exercise

    One of the things that I really like about martial art training is that is doesn’t always seem like exercise. It’s interesting and challenging, but fun at the same time. I hated gym class in school because there was always a (seemingly) endless list of exercises to do, push-ups, sit-ups, etc. with no real payoff.…