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Skipping

Skipping
Skipping is a simple training drill you could add to your routine. It is easy to learn, develops cardiovascular fitness and endurance, and works the calves, glutes and arms. Skipping can be safer than running or jogging as you have two legs absorbing the impact of each landing. Running can often lead to sports injuries…
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Beginners Guide to Running

Beginners Guide to Running
Engaging in a new activity such as running can be a daunting experience, especially if you have never run more than a few kilometers before. Even if you possess endurance from practicing Cross Fit, MMA, Karate, or Kickboxing, your legs may experience discomfort and even develop Shin Splits - a condition involving inflammation, irritation, and soreness…
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Karate Punches

Karate Punches
The actual translation of the word tsuki is "thrust." Technically, any thrusting technique can be labelled as tsuki. In Karate, tsuki is the term used for punches. These attacks are traditionally delivered with the front two knuckles of the fist, called Seiken (fore-fist). In this section, tsuki will also refer to spear-hand attacks and techniques…
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4 Karate Kick Categories

4 Karate Kick Categories
Kicks include all attacks performed with the legs or feet. Since the muscles of the leg are much larger and stronger than the muscles of the arm, kicking techniques are generally more powerful than hand techniques. They also have a greater attack range. However, kicking does have its drawbacks. Since the leg is bulkier than…
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4 Karate Block Categories

4 Karate Block Categories
Uke means "receive." In Karate, uke refers to blocking techniques. Blocks are traditionally used to defend against attack and avoid being hit. They are most commonly performed with the arms or hands, and usually precede a counter-attack.  Another important aspect of blocking is that, when applied forcefully enough, they should discourage the assailant from making…
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Push-Up Techniques

Push-Up Techniques
There is no doubt that 'Push-Ups' are one of the ultimate upper body exercise routines. They are easily adaptable into any type of sport or routine, can be performed by the majority of age groups, and best of all can be done at home for free without the use of any high tech or expensive equipment. Push-Ups are…
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Mae-geri (Front Kick)

Mae-geri (Front Kick)
The Mae-geri (Front kick) is a very common technique used in Shōtōkan Karate and amongst other martial art styles. There are 3 basic kicks that all novice Karatekas must learn first: Mawashi-geri (Roundhouse kick) Yoko-geri (Side kick) Mae-geri (Front kick) When sparring in Karate the Mae-geri is one of my favourite kicking techniques. I believe less energy is…
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