Fighting opponents of varying heights, weights, and strengths

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In sparring matches, either practice or competitive, opponents are generally of different body sizes and shapes. Some may be shorter, equal or taller in height. Some may be light-, medium-, or heavy-weight. Some may possess equal, less, or more strength. Irrespective of the physical characteristics of an opponent, fighting any opponent is a challenge because […]

Leverage in Martial Arts

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In martial arts, leverage is seen in handling weapons and the human body. In empty-handed fighting, the human body and its parts are used as levers to gain maximum effect with minimum effort. Let us briefly examine leverage and then understand how it is used in martial arts. Lever and Leverage Leverage is produced by […]

Martial arts and Interconnectedness

Interconnectedness signifies that everyone is connected with everyone else. It is seen in the entire universe and in all human activities including martial arts. Let us briefly explore the concept of interconnectedness and then move on to how it relates to martial arts. Interconnectedness Every star, every planet, every moon, every life-form, and everything else, […]

Martial Arts and Illusions

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An illusion is a misinterpretation of the sensory stimulation that is received and processed by the brain. An illusion appears to be something else than it actually is. Understanding English video “Illusion Meaning | Definition of Illusion”: Doron-Yitzchak Gibor video “The definition of an illusion”: Illusion relies on senses and the brain for its interpretation. […]

Outer Space Martial Arts

All types of martial arts as known and practiced on the planet earth, will present a totally different picture if they are practiced in outer space. Because outer space is a different environment than the environment of the earth.  The earth’s environment is enveloped in an atmospheric blanket that exhibits a pressure, which helps to […]

Virtual Reality Martial Arts

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Virtual reality martial arts combine virtual reality with martial arts. Virtual reality is an immersive experience where reality does not exist, and it is created virtually by the use of computers. ESCI – European Science Communication Institute video “What is Virtual Reality? | Virtual Reality Explained in 20 Seconds”: The computer-generated environment simulates reality by […]

Techniques in Martial Arts

Techniques are methods or procedures that make a task more easier and more effective. Techniques and tools work synergistically and each give rise to more tools and more techniques; thus, techniques and tools together further the advancement of human civilization. know & think Tube video “Technique 👌: What is Technique , characteristics, types, history & […]

Inclusive or Adaptive Martial Arts

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Inclusive martial arts include each and every one irrespective of age, gender, religion, nationality, economic standing, social status, skills, limitation, disability, or any other kind of classification. Whereas adaptive martial arts are adapted to suit the special needs of persons with limitations or disabilities. Although having this minor difference; however, since both inclusivity and adaptivity […]

Age is just a number, in martial arts and in life

Grand Master Trevor Dicks

Age is just a number, in martial arts and in life. The innumerable benefits of martial arts are much studied and documented in several research studies. Due to these benefits there are many martial artists, all around the world, who are senior citizens and who are still going strong. 珂seeker影像库 video “100-Year-Old Martial Arts Master […]

Warrior Spirit or Fighting Spirit

The warrior spirit or the fighting spirit is to continue fighting in spite of all odds. Since early times, warriors valued and cherished this warrior spirit the most. It is well-known that weapons or skills in martial arts are of no use if the fighting spirit is absent, while the presence of the fighting spirit […]