Must See Martial Arts Movies
2009-10-12 19:04:00 One of my favorite conversation pieces is the whole concept of top ten..., top five.... and so on. When I am traveling with my friends or husband I like to discuss the whole idea of being on a deserted island (with all the comforts of course) and having to decide what movies, albums and books that you would want to be stuck with for the rest of your life. Below is the list of films that I think are 'MUSTS' if you are martial arts fan, junkie or geek. These are amazing fight films, with great action scenes and an unbelievable display of martial athleticism over all. They have been influential to so many of us that have been...
Women in Mixed Martial Arts: Fighting for Equality Part II
2009-09-13 19:08:00 Ultimate Grappling has recently addressed the state of women in mixed martial arts. Mainstream news agencies like nbcsports.com and newamericanmedia.org have also recognized women in the sport of MMA as a newsworthy topic. In the year 2008, www.fightergirls.com increased its registered fighters to include over 1000 women. With this type of growth, it is only natural for Ultimate Grappling to continue giving well-deserved exposure to the female patrons, practitioners and pageants of mixed martial arts. ...
The Science of Balance: Taking Your Martial Arts Training to a Higher Level
2009-09-02 08:43:00 Superficially, good balance is looked at by most as the avoidance of getting knocked over. Therefore, martial artists are considered to have great balance because they spend so much time performing power movements on one leg (i.e. kicks). Today there are so many tools and applications available to improve balance on a microscopic level. Some may question why this would even be necessary for a martial athlete if throwing power kicks doesn't cause the kicker to wobble or fall off their feet. But balance has far more layers to it when understood from a kinesthetic perspective. It is time for the martial athlete, regardless of their competitive realm, to understand the layers of balance training and how it should...
Women in Mixed Martial Arts: Fighting for Equality Part I
2009-08-23 15:44:00 A conversation about the state of women in the sport of mixed martial arts should begin with a glance back at two combative sports with a long history: boxing and wrestling. Although women's boxing first appeared in the Olympic games as a demonstration in 1904, it really took the entire 20th Century for it to gain acceptance within the athletic community. Despite strong social stereotypes and traditional points of views on the role women should have within our society, female fighters have been given several venues to showcase their skills, but lacked a fan base. Although organizations like The Swedish Amateur Boxing Association and The National Wrestling Alliance provided opportunities to see women part-take in the combative sports, a...
Mixed Martial Arts: The Book of Knowledge
2009-06-23 19:34:00 Mixed Martial Arts: The Book of KnowledgeProduct DescriptionMixed Martial Arts outlines the revolutionary system of fighting used by world-renowned fighter BJ Penn, Coach of Spike TV's 'Ultimate Fighter 5'.Penn, one of the most technical and decorated fighters in the world today, illustrates fighting techniques that teach you how to mix strikes with takedowns, ground and pound an opponent into submission, fight against the cage and formulate strategies based upon your personal attributes and strengths.About the AuthorBJ Penn, MMA Welterweight and Lightweight World Champion, is the only non-Brazilian to win the Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu World Championships and is a fighter in the UFC.Erich Krauss is a professional Muay Thai kickboxer who has trained and competed in Thailand. He is the author of fifteen books.Glen Cordoza is a professional mixed martial arts fighter and co-author of Muay Thai Unleashed: Technique and Strategy of Thailand’s Warrior Elite.Download
It?s all about the JOURNEY to black belt, right?
2009-03-16 20:09:00 Even with Scout’s sneaky attempt to get me blogging again, I’m afraid this will be my last blog entry for awhile. On Wednesday I’m having surgery on my left wrist. I’m being told I will be in a fingers to shoulder brace that locks out all motion for the next four months. Remember the wrist ...
Have you ever wondered what an asshat would look like?
2008-10-30 22:05:00 Well Percy Wells drew you the visual! Anyway, I just thought I’d show you in case you were wondering. All righty then. I have been addicted to Facebook lately. However, I find Facebook far less satisfying than blogging. It’s kinda cool to say hi to people you haven’t seen in a long time and to stay ...
John K: Martial Arts & Naked at the Pool
2008-09-19 21:45:00 John K. is one of those rare models that appear on Allamericanguys thanks in part to his slightly off-beat personality, in the vein of models like Eric D.John is originally from Texas but now resides in Florida. He enjoys contact sports and is currently on a mixed martial arts team. He also loves football (played running back during high school) and wrestling. When not in school or playing sports John enjoys hanging out with his friends and is usually the life of the party, especially if women are around. He claims to love being naked at pool parties, but we still haven't had a chance to witness that yet.Look for John in possible future "ink" publications. He is proud of his tattoos and each has a significant meaning to him.Hobbies: Mixed martial artsFavorite movies: Transporter 2Favorite food: SpaghettiFavorite sport: UFCFavorite color: BlueMost admired body part: AbdominalsJohn K. and Steve S.You find many high quality photos and videos with John K. on Allamericanguys.
By: 101 Boys
Talk of the dojo this morning: My Boobs
2008-09-11 22:58:00 Ok, so my girls have been taking a beating lately during sparring. I was looking through the Century Martial Arts Catalog when, BEHOLD (cue angel music): Ideal for Martial Arts! The Cool choice for active women. Poly/cotton lycra for easy care and best performance. Flexible non break polyethylene inserts (sold seperately) increase comfort, support and protection. Inserts ...
Pieces of me?
2008-09-09 22:08:00 No not Britney Spears. I’m talking about the pieces of me that hurt today. I can’t find one that doesn’t. Oy. Karate was rough this morning! Can someone PULEEZ tell me WHY my foot hurts? WHY?! I didn’t even kick anyone! I also passed my Hapkido belt test the other day. Two more belt tests until ...
DVD Review: Fist of Legend, available Sept. 9
2008-09-07 23:43:00 Hi all… It was my pleasure recently to watch Fist of Legend in its Two-Disc Ultimate Edition from Dragon Dynasty. This 1994 film starring Jet Li and Chin Siu-Ho teams them with a brilliant fight choreographer, Yuen Wo-ping (who also choreographed Tai Chi Master and The Matrix), for a brilliant combination of story and martial arts ...
Because that?s how I roll?
2008-08-27 21:15:00 Ooooohhhh. I am peeved today. We live in an area with an overbearing homeowner’s association. It’s so bad, Steve and I have been discussing moving lately. We could hire a lawyer again (we’ve already had to do that once) but I’m just so tired of this. Last week, I found them trimming trees in the ...
New Invention Today
2008-08-27 00:57:00 It’s called: Quiet Time. Why oh WHY didn’t I think of this at the BEGINNING of summer? So I’m pretty exhausted today. My Hapkido belt test is next week. As of last night, I hadn’t even SEEN 75% of my material, much less had a chance to practice it. So I did 4.5 hours of ...
I caved under pressure?
2008-08-20 21:44:00 No wait. I had amnesia. A concussion? Ok let’s face it, it’s been busy this summer. Then I got overwhelmed with the number of comments that had to be answered. Then I hurt me self, arrggggg (son #1 used to say “I hurt me self” when he was two and then Steve would go “ARGGGG” because ...
A question for the Judo guys
2008-07-05 08:32:00 So in the unarmed combatives system that I am currently practicing/teaching there is a shortage of throws and takedowns. I feel that this is something that the system should be addressed because quickly and efficiently dropping people has some significant tactical advantages in some situations. My question is that given a seminar format program, rather than a dedicated school, what throwing techniques would you include into the system? Because of the format of the training course we must recognize that we cannot depend upon strength, speed, timing, or finesse. Additionally we need something that is semi-safe to practice when the participants are not particularly good or familiar with (Ukemi) Break Falls. The (Kazushi) breaking of the opponents balance needs to be the rear or rear obliques, and cannot include any (Sutemi) Sacrafice throws as primary technique, in fact I am biased against most the sweeps, reaps, and hooks because of the compromise of balance. read more
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Your prayers worked, thank you!
2008-06-25 07:11:00 After three frustrating phone calls with Nurse Biotch (God, I hate that woman!) I managed to get a call back from the doctor himself this afternoon. The cadaver injury with all the words in it was explained to me as a ding or dent in the cartiledge caused by trauma- a direct blow to the ...
Funny snippets?
2008-06-22 21:49:00 Steve calling from Paris: Steve: I got tear gassed by the police last night! Me: WHAT? Steve: Yeah I got tear gassed by the Paris police. I’ve never been tear gassed before. It was SO COOL! Then when I went running this morning and it kicked up dust, my throat started burning all over again. So I got ...
Fear and Loathing in Seattle?
2008-06-21 06:12:00 The kids always ask to help me water the garden. Except they usually end up watering ants walking along the concrete cracks or a spider in a tree or worse, each other. They always end up muddy and wet and the flowers are still dry. So tonight I let them water knowing they were going ...
Feeling sorry for myself?
2008-06-13 18:32:00 For the last few months, I have been training through multiple injuries and health issues. My Karate belt test was last night. I was making a final run-through of my kata yesterday morning and something popped and then my knee buckled. I’ve struggled with a left knee injury (bucket handle meniscal tear and RSD) for the last ...
Ex-wrestler transitions to mixed martial arts
2008-06-07 00:37:00 Fighting has been in Rodney Begnaud's blood as far back as he can remember.He tells the story how his father, John Ernest, and himself as a 4-year-old left the hospital when his brother, former Northside High track and football star John Shane Begnaud, was born to go watch Andre the Giant wrestle at the Domingue Center near N.P. Moss Elementary.So although Begnaud, known as Redd Dogg Rodney Mack in fighting circles, may not officially have any ultimate fighting experience, he's not at all concerned about looking like a fish out of water when he makes his MMA debut at 7:30 p.m. Saturday at the Lafayette vs. The World ultimate fighting card at Blackham Coliseum...More?source: theadvertiser.com
By: KLQ Blog
Martial Arts
2008-06-06 06:56:00 Combat spots commonly called martial arts are practiced all over the world. Besides training ?to defeat a person physically or to defend oneself from physical threat? martial arts are a cultural sport and healthy physical activity.Martial arts have come a long way since they were originated in eastern cultures. Given the growing trend, more training centers and other related facilities are coming up. Now they have special uniforms and gear.One of the best places for sportsmen and martial arts fans is MartialArtsPride.com. They offer wide range of martial arts supplies mixed martial arts training gear from Ultimate Fighting Championships Videos to Boxing Gloves to Kickboxing Heavy Punching Bags.What is the best, MartialArtsPride.com provides high quality MMA Gear and Martial Arts Supplies at phenomenal prices. (Note the discounted princes in red).While browsing the site, I liked those Grant Quick Lace Boxing Glove. Those innovative boxing gloves have a unique lacing system to secure ...
By: Light Within
Mixed martial arts hits American mainstream culture
2008-06-03 00:00:00 After coming on strong among young men in the last several years, the sport of mixed martial arts is in a clinch with mainstream pop culture
By: Riposte.org
Jack Black Busts Martial-Arts Moves At Fans' Request After 'Kung Fu Panda'
2008-05-31 18:20:00 Jack Black busted some martial-arts moves and answered questions about bears at an advance screening of "Kung Fu Panda."
Jack Black Busts Martial-Arts Moves At Fans' Request After 'Kung Fu Panda'
2008-05-31 18:20:00 'I did not live with the pandas. ... I just grew out my beard,' Black says of his preparation for the film.By Shawn Adler Jack Black Photo: MTV News "You want me to do some kung fu?" Jack Black teased an excited audience member, who had stepped up to the mic looking for some real moves. "OK, just a taste." The crowd came for a taste but wound up getting the full-course meal, complete with a kicking (and punching and twirling and jumping) dessert, as MTV's Sneak Peek Week continued with a screening of Black's "Kung Fu Panda" on Friday night at the Paramount Studios Lot. The animated story of a panda waiter who winds up a master fighter was followed immediately after by a Q&A with Black himself. "Important note," he added, sitting down after his demonstration and picking up his personal items from the table. "If someone's gonna fight you, remember to take out your wallet!" Black's hands may be "fast as lightning" (when the heck did he take out his wallet?) but they w...
Soooooo, what are you doing this August?
2008-05-29 23:14:00 I am totally walking around with that pick up line today. Our dojo is having an intra-school sparring tournament in August and teams will consist of two fighters from each belt rank. So I’m walking around the dojo today trying to recruit team members. Today I sidled up to the scariest dude in the dojo. I’ve ...
MMA Shirts Show Allegiance
2008-05-29 07:00:00 If you are a fan of Mixed Martial Arts (MMA), you probably have a favorite fighter in some of the more legendary rivalries. Who is your guy? A great way to let the world know where your allegiance lies is by wearing MMA shirts that feature an image or logo for your favorite fighter. A tshirt ...
By: Resources zone
MMA Shorts as Fashion Accessory
2008-05-29 07:00:00 The Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) field is a serious one, yet there is much fashion to be found within its reaches. One of the elements of clothing that can signify your interest in the sport as well as add comfort to your wardrobe is a pair of MMA shorts. Often seen with logos and emblems ...
By: Resources zone
Chuck Liddell: An Icy Presence
2008-05-29 07:00:00 Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) fighter Chuck Liddell has a history that includes a number of martial arts disciplines. He has studied Koei Kan karate since he was a child, for example, and has a tattoo with the name of this discipline on his scalp. He also studies Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and has his purple belt ...
By: Resources zone
Mixed Martial Arts Sanctioned In Maryland
2008-05-28 05:31:00 One of the world's most dangerous sports just won another round in Maryland. Kai Jackson reports Governor Martin O'Malley has signed a law allowing the state to sanction mixed martial arts events. Local athletes say they can't wait to compete in the controversial sport.MMA in its current form has been on the map for about 15 years. It combines Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, wrestling and Muay Thai boxing. Now the high energy, high contact sport can have bouts in Maryland. That's because on Thursday Governor Martin O'Malley signed a law allowing it. "It's not a sport that I've ever been to or that I claim to be an aficionado of," said O'Malley.Because of licensing requirements and training, MMA fights won't take place in Maryland until next year...More?source: wjz.com
By: KLQ Blog
Martial Arts Master Challenges Others to Fight
2008-05-27 00:00:00 Local Martial Arts Master, Eddie Urbistondo, will join the fight against cancer by hosting a self-defense workshop benefiting the American Cancer Society's Relay For Life®. The workshop will be held on Saturday, June 7th from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Panther Martial Arts Center
By: Riposte.org
Martial arts icon Bruce Lee is subject of new Broadway musical
2008-05-27 00:00:00 A musical based on the life of marital arts actor Bruce Lee is planned for Broadway in a couple of years.
By: Riposte.org
Martial Arts - “Clawing”
2008-05-27 00:00:00 Clawing is best used in a follow up to a palm strike. We’re not fighting like girls here lol, so I wouldn’t use it straight off the bat a punch is always more effective.
By: Riposte.org
ComBATON the Full Contact Martial Arts Team Sport to Hold 2008 Championship
2008-05-21 00:00:00 ComBATON the full contact Martial Arts Team Sport is now officially categorized as a discipline and will hold the 2008 Season Championship Games at the Disney Martial Arts Festival. Previously, comBATON was featured as a brief demonstration during the festival.
By: Riposte.org
9 year old girl in martial arts fight - is this wrong?
2008-05-17 23:18:00 What is your reaction after seeing this? Thanks to MMA Fight Video Share This
Mixed Martial Arts Controversy Comes to MD
2008-05-14 12:02:00 Maryland fighters are about to move from the sidelines to the center ring of a sport that's generated world-wide controversy.Mixed Martial Arts' rough and tough image has kept it away for years, but Maryland lawmakers are now sold on its cleaned-up attitude. Critics, though, claim we're putting our athletes in a dangerous position...More?source: wjz.com
By: KLQ Blog
It?s a conspiracy?
2008-05-12 18:29:00 Ok, people. Haven’t been here because? Hurts to type. Still hurts to type. Typing s-l-o-w-l-y so as not to move my wrist so much. New advice, people: When black belts try to kick you? RUN AWAY! When black belts built like oxen try to kick you? Run like the wind, Bullseye! So yeah. Kung Fu ...
Training for longevity with Martial Arts Gear
2008-05-05 17:07:00 Training gear enables you to stand the test of time in the martial arts. The first thing you learn is to have a solid foundation of the martial arts basics. Martial Arts has hundreds, if not thousands of years of foundation to build upon. It all started with the basic movements. Martial arts are systems of practices and traditions of training for combat. Broadly speaking, the foundation of martial arts share a single objective: to defeat a person physically or to defend oneself from physical threat.During times when I teach womens self-defense and karate classes there is always a need for equipment. I have used many vendors for my Martial Arts Gear over the last 20+ years. One of my largest suppliers of martial art equipment is AWMA. AWMA.com carries a wide variety of heavy bags to sparring gear. Their Martial Arts Gear includes karate uniforms, karate sparring gear, karate training devices to heavy workout bags at prices that are very affordable. From ...
Whatever Wednesday: In a pinch, I went hockey?
2008-05-01 02:33:00 I just want you all to know I’ve been so busy I haven’t been able to blog or get to comments. I will, I promise! I was able to write this yesterday over the course of the whole day, a sentence at a time and I never did get to publish it! I didn’t even ...
The Most Powerful Martial Arts Attack
2008-05-01 00:00:00 This is an awesome video presentation of various styles and Martial Arts strikes and kicks. While they attribute power to specific styles the important thing to note is the power of the specific attacks used since most styles include all of the attacks demonstrated (at least mine does!)
By: Riposte.org
Life Lessons From Martial Arts
2008-04-28 05:07:00 Some little things that I've noticed that apply to both fighting and life for everybody:-Sometimes attacking is a great way to defend.-The more you pretend to know, the chance that any random Joe will mess with you decreases, but the chance that someone that knows what he or she is doing will call you out on your BS and wreck your shit grows exponentially.-Position before Submission. (BJJ mantra)-Being too stubborn to tap out when you should can stroke one's ego, but only indicates a lack of skill and maturity to everyone else watching. It also results in a lot of broken limbs.-Technique really is more important than strength, but anyone who uses that fact to justify a lack of strength probably doesn't have that great of technique, either.(similarly...)-Being much smaller or much, much larger really is a big disadvantage. Don't bitch, don't excuse yourself, figure out how to work around it.-Tradition is not an excuse for stupidity.-When imposing your will doesn't work against ...
Extreme Martial Arts Boys
2008-04-27 20:31:00 Two young guys from the TV show Britain's Got Talent with outstanding skills: They perform extreme martial arts - and even take off their shirts:
By: 101 Boys
Ultimate Warrior Challenge Brings Mixed Martial Arts to Virginia
2008-04-25 04:20:00 Move over WWE, NFL and UFC; there's a new acronym in town. It's the UWC--and Saturday, it's invading Virginia.UWC, the Ultimate Warrior Challenge, is the newest avenue for the ultra-popular sport of mixed martial arts cage fighting. With tickets going for up to $800 in Vegas, or $50 on pay-per-view, and bars packed on fight days around the world read more | digg story
By: KLQ Blog
Charles McCarthy retires from Mixed Martial Arts
2008-04-25 00:28:00 Charles McCarthy: ?I would like to announce my formal retirement from Mixed Martial Arts competition. I have achieved many of the goals I set out to accomplish in this sport and found others just out of reach. It is now time for me to lay down my gloves and rededicate my attention towards my business, my ...
The Martial Arts Business Finally Explained
2008-04-21 07:00:00 Why is it that some instructors can make more than some of highest paid professionals while others are literately eating rice off the do-jo floor? The answer is really quite simple its the all about the type of education they have had about the business of the martial arts. Now I didn’t say its about their ...
By: Resources zone
Brotherly love
2008-04-15 18:00:00 Oh it’s on now! Steve’s brother: BRO! I got some sparring gear! Make sure you bring your sparring gear next time you come down. Steve: Ok. Steve’s brother: Oh! And you better make sure you bring a mouthguard. Steve: In that case, you better be sure you get a cup. Sigh. They’re going to beat the hell out of each other. And ...
It?s called Poto Blockchi in Japanese
2008-04-14 18:01:00 As a martial artist, we’re taught to use whatever weapons are available. Whether that be our fists and feet, or…. something else. This weekend Steve and I were unloading the dishwasher and on either side of it. He began his customary trash talk so I flicked a roundhouse kick out over the dishwasher, (yes we’re ...
Mixed Martial Arts Stand-Up Style
2008-04-14 07:00:00 Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) is a full, contact sport which includes techniques such as striking and grappling. This sport can serve as a workout that helps improve many different areas of your body. There are different styles in mixed martial arts and the stand-up style helps improve your punching, kicking, elbowing, kneeing and ...
By: Resources zone
Mixed Martial Arts Stand-Up Style
2008-04-14 07:00:00 Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) is a full, contact sport which includes techniques such as striking and grappling. This sport can serve as a workout that helps improve many different areas of your body. There are different styles in mixed martial arts and the stand-up style helps improve your punching, kicking, elbowing, kneeing and ...
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Growing Mixed Martial Arts from the Ground Up
2008-04-10 01:50:00 Drive east along Boston Street, past Canton and the 1st Mariner building and you arrive at the Broom Factory, less than a mile from Interstate 95 on the left-hand side. Resembling an old industrial building from the outside of 3500 Boston St., inside the Broom Factory contains inconspicuous office suites used by a variety of businesses. The second-floor door to one of the suites looks like any other, but step inside and you may be surprised -- instead of an accounting office or small tech company, you'll find the home of Baltimore's mixed martial arts movement, Ground Control Baltimore Academy...More?source: baltimoresun.com
By: KLQ Blog
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