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Wash Karategi

Wash Karategi
It is everyone's duty to keep a good personal presentation, both out of respect for the dojo and our colleagues, and also for the care of our uniform. Here we give some simple tips for the care of the karategi. Respect for our dojo and for others, also goes through good personal hygiene and care of…
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Shu Ha Ri

Shu Ha Ri
Shu Ha Ri is something I was introduced to a few years ago and at first it seemed a bit of a stretch for me to apply it in a fighting adaption or the idea of learning something totally new. Fast forward to today and I find that the distinctions of the levels are useful…
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Importance of Being Healthy

Importance of Being Healthy
Healthy Diet The importance of diet can't be overstated for a healthy lifestyle. People get the vitamins, minerals and nutrients they need to function and thrive from the foods they eat, so choosing foods that offer the most of those components helps improve quality of life. According to the Food Standards Agency, a healthy diet…
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6 Fun Fitness Facts

6 Fun Fitness Facts
Health is the thing that makes you feel that now is the best time of the year. Being healthy; eating healthy foods and exercising regularly are challenges for almost everyone. It's tough to find the time and motivation to devote to a healthy diet and workout routine, and to balance those factors with other activities.…
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Muscle Cramp

Muscle Cramp
Muscle cramp involve a sudden, involuntary contraction and tightening of a muscle that will not immediately relax. It can range in intensity from a slight twitch to a severe contraction and last anywhere from a few seconds to many minutes. The most common muscle groups affected are the calf muscles, the upper leg, the feet…
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HEAT for a Sports Injury

HEAT for a Sports Injury
Heat therapy works by improving circulation and blood flow to a particular area due to increased temperature. Increasing the temperature of the afflicted area even slightly can soothe discomfort and increase muscle flexibility. Heat therapy can relax and soothe muscles and heal damaged tissue. There are two different types of heat therapy: dry heat and…
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ICE for a Sports Injury

ICE for a Sports Injury
Cold therapy works by reducing blood flow to a particular area. This can significantly reduce inflammation and swelling that causes pain, especially around a joint or a tendon. It can temporarily reduce nerve activity, which can also relieve pain. There are a number of different ways to apply cold therapy to an affected area. Some…
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