A HIIT workout includes repeated intervals that are high intensity but short duration. The high-intensity intervals alternate with lower intensity intervals of active recovery. For example, in a HIIT workout, you might do a quick burst of exercise, like sprinting or burpees, and then rest before starting the next interval. Since 2014, High-Intensity Interval Training [...]
The striking martial arts include Kickboxing, Boxing, and Muay Thai. Kickboxing gives practitioners a full-body workout and builds physical skills, like agility. This is a fast-moving martial art with quick body movements, and it's just as much for your mind as it is for your body. And though some movements look complex and only for [...]
There are many aspects of BJJ that make it an effective form of self-defense. Learning BJJ for self-defense isn’t about winning competitions. It’s about using the skills you’ve practiced to ward off a threat or attacker. Here are a few features of BJJ that make it an effective and practical form of self-defense: 1. Use [...]
As a martial arts student, you experience a variety of benefits by training your body and your mind. These benefits include, but are certainly not limited to, learning self-defense, improving your physical fitness, and building character. Martial arts is an excellent activity for any age. And you can get started at any stage of life. [...]
When it comes to workout routines, some people prefer to train on their own, and others prefer to work out with a personal trainer. Even if you've never worked out with a trainer before, you might be curious about the benefits. Does it really matter who you work out with? Here are three reasons [...]
The benefits of martial arts have a lot to offer kids. And while they’ll learn valuable skills and lessons to use while on the mats, everything they learn will also carry over into their daily lives. Here are just a few of the reasons why all kids should learn martial arts: 1. Increases Physical Activity [...]
Creating a long-term workout habit can take some time. But once you’ve established a consistent routine, you’ll experience a variety of health and fitness benefits. To help you with the process, here are six tips for creating a long-term workout habit: 1. Make sure your workouts are something you enjoy. To help with the process [...]
When it comes to your martial arts or fitness training, how do you get from where you are now to where you want to be? Well, the truth is you have a lot of options. But the most effective and efficient way to achieve the results you want is with personal training. Martial Arts [...]
A few weeks ago, we shared a few ideas on how you can hold yourself accountable for your workouts at home. Adjust your fitness goals. Plan your workout into your schedule. Keep a workout journal and track your progress. No matter where you’re working out, these are great ways to boost your accountability. And today, [...]
When life is filled with uncertainty, it’s hard to make plans and set goals for the future. Staying active and healthy is important. So here are a few suggestions on how to set fitness goals when things around you keep changing:Focus on process goals instead of outcome goals.Rather than setting a goal that’s based on [...]
