Book Review
Encyclopedia of Japanese Martial Arts
by David Hall

Review By Christpher Caile
This book is an exhaustively researched, important and authoritative resource on Japanese martial arts and the rich historical and social tapestry within which it is embedded. More
Defining Martial Concepts
Okinawa's Bushi: Karate Gentlemen

By Charles C. Goodin
In the Okinawan Kingdom and in feudal Japan the term "Bushi" had different meaning. This can get confusing for students of karate. More
Martial Mania
Some New Year's Resolutions
By George Donahue
Here are some New Year’s resolutions that you should find easy to carry out, rather than to ignore, in part because they are mostly stuff you can stop doing. More
Self Defense
Hungry Eyes
By Christopher Caile
Developing "Hungry Eyes" should be part of your kata, part of your martial arts training. It is a form of self defense. It can ward off an attacker and intimidate. It can stop aggression in its tracks. More
Viewpoint
Hydration Its effects on the Martial Artist and Athlete

By George W. Alexander, Ph.D.
Many martial artists give little attention to proper hydration thinking that a hard workout won't effect them, even if it is hot. They don't realize that danger lurks, especially if they are older. More
Martial Arts Myths
All Martial Arts Are Ancient
By Jonathan Maberry
No way. Yes, some arts are old, but many are new, or new interpretations of older arts. More |