http://info5000.com//MARTIAL-ARTS/index.html Anytime an individual decides to learn how to protect themselves, learn self defense, or become a better person, one thing comes to mind - martial arts. Martial arts are very common these days, being practiced all over the world. en-us Sat, 4 Jul 2009 17:16:36 PDT Pound-for-Pound the Best in Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) Commentary ...Bloody Elbowquot; I was watching the Gilbert Yvel vs. Pedro Rizzo fight, and I saw that Pedro is scheduled to fight in September in Brazil just a couple months after that ...and more raquo; http://info5000.com/MARTIAL-ARTS/index.html info5000@info5000.com (Carson Danfield) Sat, 4 Jul 2009 17:16:36 PDT The Japan TimesUpcoming Asian Martial Arts Games to be the first and lastJakarta PostCiting the need for efficiency, the general assembly of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) has agreed to incorporate the Asian Martial Arts Games into the ...Olympic Newsdesk -- Asian Council for Tokyo; Commonwealth Problems ...Around the Rings (subscription)Asia Olympic Council backs Tokyo's 2016 bideTaiwan NewsOlympic Newsdesk: Asia Considers Changes, Ghana NOC ElectionAround the Rings (subscription)all 105 news articles raquo; http://info5000.com/MARTIAL-ARTS/index.html info5000@info5000.com (Carson Danfield) Sat, 4 Jul 2009 17:16:36 PDT MMA Fighting Stances: Mixed martial arts intelligence from the ...USA Today I'm a judoka myself, so I wanted to show everybody, especially the younger kids, that there is somebody who's practicing judo in mixed martial arts. ...and more raquo; http://info5000.com/MARTIAL-ARTS/index.html info5000@info5000.com (Carson Danfield) Sat, 4 Jul 2009 17:16:36 PDT Good news: Martial arts high honorsSun newspapersNorth Port's longest-running martial arts school, Shotokan Karate Club, attended the 2009 AAU Karate National Championships in Fort Lauderdale, ...and more raquo; http://info5000.com/MARTIAL-ARTS/index.html info5000@info5000.com (Carson Danfield) Sat, 4 Jul 2009 17:16:36 PDT Up until the turn of the twentieth century, the martial art known as Wing Chun was very obscure not known much about. Back then, Wing Chun was just getting started, not practiced by a lot of martial artists. Over the years, it became a very dominant force in China, becoming one of the most prominent martial arts in existence. Even today, hundreds of martial artists study Wing Chun and everything it provides them with. http://info5000.com/MARTIAL-ARTS/a-look-at-wing-chun.html info5000@info5000.com (Carson Danfield) Sat, 4 Jul 2009 17:16:36 PDT Tai Chi is an ancient martial art, one that was practiced for centuries in China as an exercise, a martial art, and a way to improve the internal flow of energy in the body. It emphasis correct form and feeling with each and every movement, which is why it is always taught to be practiced in a slow and gentle fashion. http://info5000.com/MARTIAL-ARTS/the-art-of-tai-chi.html info5000@info5000.com (Carson Danfield) Sat, 4 Jul 2009 17:16:36 PDT Theres no mistaken the fact that Aikido is one of the best and most popular martial art in the United States today. The art of Aikido is best associated with actor Steven Seagal, who made it even more popular with his movies. Aikido is rich and history in tradition, an art that originally started in Japan back in the 1940s. http://info5000.com/MARTIAL-ARTS/an-introduction-to-aikido.html info5000@info5000.com (Carson Danfield) Sat, 4 Jul 2009 17:16:36 PDT Sparring is something that all martial arts use. There are numerous sports, such as boxing and wrestling that use sparring as well. It is a very useful technique, helping students become better with their techniques and what they have learned. By practicing with other people, students learn their arts better and become more apt at performing the techniques quickly and efficiently. http://info5000.com/MARTIAL-ARTS/Sparring.html info5000@info5000.com (Carson Danfield) Sat, 4 Jul 2009 17:16:36 PDT The martial art known as Ninjutsu is very secret, with a very clouded history. The history isnt documented all that well, as most of what is known about the martial art is that which has been passed down from generation to generation. There are a lot of historical records that state families from the Koga region as being the creators to this very secret style. http://info5000.com/MARTIAL-ARTS/a-look-at-ninjutsu.html info5000@info5000.com (Carson Danfield) Sat, 4 Jul 2009 17:16:36 PDT Its no secret that martial arts has indeed come a long way over the years. Many years ago, Bruce Lee helped the arts become even more famous, when he developed his style of Jeet Kune Do. He participated in several movies, showing the world his speed and finesse. Since then, movies have been a popular way to showcase martial arts skills. http://info5000.com/MARTIAL-ARTS/the-ultimate-fighting-championship.html info5000@info5000.com (Carson Danfield) Sat, 4 Jul 2009 17:16:36 PDT For anyone who wants to learn a martial art, there is a lot to know in regards to the many different styles. Of course there is the question of finding the best martial art, which is a question a lot of people ask With so many martial arts styles to choose from, it can be very complicated to pick one to learn. http://info5000.com/MARTIAL-ARTS/choosing-the-best-martial-arts-style.html info5000@info5000.com (Carson Danfield) Sat, 4 Jul 2009 17:16:36 PDT Throughout the world of martial arts, the style known as Kempo is one of the best. Kempo uses extremely fast strikes, which is the area it is most known for. Kempo has been around for many years, originating from Japan. It was tested on the ancient battlegrounds, using punches, kicks, and very little grappling. Kempo employs weapons as well, including disarming techniques against opponents who are using weapons. http://info5000.com/MARTIAL-ARTS/the-speed-of-kempo.html info5000@info5000.com (Carson Danfield) Sat, 4 Jul 2009 17:16:36 PDT Even though it has been around for many years, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu was made famous in the United States by Royce Gracie in the Ultimate Fighting Championship. Many people werent all that familiar with the style until Gracie entered the UFC and continued to dominate fighters of all styles and weight classes one after the other. Once people began to see how quickly Gracie could defeat an opponent, they quickly became interested in the art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. http://info5000.com/MARTIAL-ARTS/an-introduction-to-brazilian-jiu-jitsu.html info5000@info5000.com (Carson Danfield) Sat, 4 Jul 2009 17:16:36 PDT The martial art of Kung Fu is an exchange of culture, a type of exercise, and also a way of defending yourself. The art is very popular throughout the world, also being known as Gung Fu, Wu Shu, and even Kuo Shu. It shares some common traits with Karate, such as using both hand and foot techniques. Kung Fu is one of the most popular forms of martial arts - and also one of the oldest. http://info5000.com/MARTIAL-ARTS/a-look-at-kung-fu.html info5000@info5000.com (Carson Danfield) Sat, 4 Jul 2009 17:16:36 PDT Tae Kwon Do is a modern martial art, well known all around the world for its lightning fast, often high, spectacular spin kicks. Tae Kwon Do has been around for many years, originally founded in Korea. It translates to the are of punching and kicking, or the art of unarmed combat. http://info5000.com/MARTIAL-ARTS/the-basics-of-tae-kwon-do.html info5000@info5000.com (Carson Danfield) Sat, 4 Jul 2009 17:16:36 PDT Although it can be a very provocative martial art, Shootfighting is still one of the most popular martial arts styles in the world. The art of Shootfighting is very old, originating from Japan as a way of self defense. Even though it is great to use for self defense purposes, this martial art is more popular as a ring sport in competitions such as the Vale Tudo and the professional Shootfighting leagues found throughout Japan. http://info5000.com/MARTIAL-ARTS/the-art-of-shootfighting.html info5000@info5000.com (Carson Danfield) Sat, 4 Jul 2009 17:16:36 PDT The belts and their colors that are used with Taekwondo aren't just a random assortment of colors that are used to separate the ranks in the martial art. In Taekwondo, each belt color has a meaning that lets fighters known about their advancement and increasing knowledge. Belts are also great for the stylist, as they let the stylist know just how far they have progressed. http://info5000.com/MARTIAL-ARTS/the-belt-colors-of-tae-kwon-do.html info5000@info5000.com (Carson Danfield) Sat, 4 Jul 2009 17:16:36 PDT These days, martial arts are something that everyone should know. With crime at an all time high, knowing how to defend yourself is essential. For the children, martial arts can mean a lot of things. Even though martial arts is great for adults to know and practice as well, it is also a great way for children to stay in shape and learn how to defend themselves from attackers. http://info5000.com/MARTIAL-ARTS/martial-arts-for-children.html info5000@info5000.com (Carson Danfield) Sat, 4 Jul 2009 17:16:36 PDT The martial art of Capoeira was originally created over 400 years ago in Brazil by the African slaves. This martial art is unlike any of the other martial arts there anywhere in the world, and possesses a blend of power, beauty, mental balance, physical power, music, and an overwhelming sense of art and finesse. http://info5000.com/MARTIAL-ARTS/an-introduction-to-capoeira.html info5000@info5000.com (Carson Danfield) Sat, 4 Jul 2009 17:16:36 PDT A majority of the offensive techniques that are used in Muay Thai utilize a students hands, feet, elbows, and knees to strike an opponent. In order to bind the opponent for both defensive and offensive reasons, there is a small amount of grappling on the feet that is used - the clinch. http://info5000.com/MARTIAL-ARTS/the-techniques-of-muay-thai.html info5000@info5000.com (Carson Danfield) Sat, 4 Jul 2009 17:16:36 PDT Also known around the world as Thai boxing, Muay Thai is an ancient art of self defense that was created and tested in battle by the fearless warriors of ancient Thailand. Today, Muay Thai is used all around the world. The United States Navy SEALs, Thai military, and even the CIA takes full advantage of the devastating and bone crushing techniques this martial art offers. http://info5000.com/MARTIAL-ARTS/an-in-depth-look-at-muay-thai.html info5000@info5000.com (Carson Danfield) Sat, 4 Jul 2009 17:16:36 PDT The martial art known as Kung Fu is very old, yet very powerful. There are several different forms involved with Kung Fu, that only add to the power and mystique. Below, we will go over a majority of the different styles and forms that make up Kung Fu. http://info5000.com/MARTIAL-ARTS/the-many-styles-of-kung-fu.html info5000@info5000.com (Carson Danfield) Sat, 4 Jul 2009 17:16:36 PDT Also known as the Kung Fu fist forms, the 5 animals of Kung Fu are known all across the world, and are some of the deadliest martial arts you can study. There are other specific fist styles in Kung Fu, although none of them are as powerful or as well known as the 5 animal styles. As the name implies, these forms were derived from the animals in which they got their names from. http://info5000.com/MARTIAL-ARTS/the-5-animals-of-kung-fu.html info5000@info5000.com (Carson Danfield) Sat, 4 Jul 2009 17:16:36 PDT With most types of martial arts, the color of the belt that you have will signify your rank within your style of martial arts. The belts that are used with martial arts signify your rank within that style, although they have no universal means or ranking within the martial arts world. More or less, they tell others how much you know about your specific martial art. http://info5000.com/MARTIAL-ARTS/a-close-look-at-belts.html info5000@info5000.com (Carson Danfield) Sat, 4 Jul 2009 17:16:36 PDT The martial art style Judo can mean a lot of things to different people. In reality, it is a fun and exciting sport, an art, a discipline, an activity, a way to protect yourself, and quite simply a way of life. Although you may hear many different meanings, the word Judo actually means all of the above and several more. http://info5000.com/MARTIAL-ARTS/the-basics-of-judo.html info5000@info5000.com (Carson Danfield) Sat, 4 Jul 2009 17:16:36 PDT Throughout the world, Chinese martial arts are well known and well respected. China is a pioneer to martial arts, founding several excellent styles. Although Kung Fu is the most well known Chinese martial art, there are others that are just as good. Below, we will look at some of the other Chinese martial arts that arent as well known as Kung Fu. http://info5000.com/MARTIAL-ARTS/chinese-martial-arts.html info5000@info5000.com (Carson Danfield) Sat, 4 Jul 2009 17:16:36 PDT The martial art known as Hapkido is an art of complete self defense. Those who study it are more than capable of defending themselves in any type of situation, being more than able to apply their confidence and discipline from the art to enhance their lives, protecting themselves and those that they love as well. http://info5000.com/MARTIAL-ARTS/the-art-of-hapkido.html info5000@info5000.com (Carson Danfield) Sat, 4 Jul 2009 17:16:36 PDT All across the world, people have heard about it and possibly even witnessed it first hand or on television - the furious punches, bone crushing elbows, lethal and piercing kicks, and the unforgettable knees. Although watching it on television is great, nothing begins to compare to seeing these moves executed live - with thousands of fans cheering the fighters on. http://info5000.com/MARTIAL-ARTS/an-introduction-to-muay-thai.html info5000@info5000.com (Carson Danfield) Sat, 4 Jul 2009 17:16:36 PDT