Fun Facts About Martial Arts

Fun Facts About Martial Arts And How You Can Benefit From Martial Arts
Training 
Written by: Master McCorry

When you hear the term martial arts, what comes into your mind? Throwing
punches, kicks, and generally violence and more violence. If so, you are
very wrong. Martial arts is not all about fighting and violence, it's a fun
sport like any other. It is a sport that anybody can join and have a lot of
fun. It is one of the most exciting sports you can indulge in and benefit
immensely. Today, martial arts is practiced for various reasons. For
example, self defense, physical health and fitness, competition, physical
mental, as well as spiritual development. 

Although the term martial arts is generally associated with the fighting
arts of Eastern Asia, martial arts was originally used in reference to the
combat systems of Europe as early as the 1550s. The term martial arts is
coined from Latin, which means "Arts of Mars’ and according to the Romans
Mars, it's the "God of War". Over the years martial arts has developed from
being a fighting art to being  much of an entertaining sport.  

There are several martial art disciplines that are competitive and fun to
all participants such as; 

· Karate
· Tai-Chi
· Northern praying mantis 
· Kung Fu
· Mixed martial arts 
· Kickboxing 
· Ju-jitsu 
· Judo 
· Taekwondo 
· Sambo 
· Muay Thai 
· Capoeira 
· Hopkido 

Depending on your level of fitness, all these martial art disciplines are
very enjoyable and exciting to practice. In order to understand how
beneficial martial arts is to both adults and children, let’s have a look
at a few of the most famous martial art experts in the world, both female
and adults;

· Bruce Lee 
· Jackie Chan
· Chuck Norris 
· Jet Lee 
· Ronda Rousey 
· Jean Claude Van Dame 
· Cynthia Rothrock
· Steven Seagal 
· Yip man

Among other internationally acclaimed martial art experts and
professionals, kids have also made a huge impact in martial arts as they
embrace the sport and make it more fun. The following are some of the most
popular benefits of martial arts to both kids and adults; 


Self defense 

This is one of the most popular benefits of martial arts to both kids and
adults. Martial arts allows you to defend and protect yourself in times of
emergencies and danger. Through its techniques, you can defend yourself
from people and animals that may attack you. Today, bullying, mugging, rape
and violent attacks are the order of the day. But, if you are equipped with
the proper martial art techniques, you can simply defend yourself and the
lives of others in such situations. 

Physical fitness and healthy living 

Martial arts is a form of exercise capable of keeping anyone fit and
healthy. With the different training programs and physical activities
involved in martial arts, you or your children will develop strong muscles,
healthy bones, better coordination, improved metabolism and better
thinking.... and live a healthier, happier life. It is important to point
out that the earlier your child begins practicing martial arts, the
healthier and happy he or she will become. 






Personal safety 

Martial arts covers a lot of things and aspects in life. By learning
martial arts you will be able to take good care of yourself as far as
safety is concerned. You will know what to do in case of dangers such as a
fire breakouts, home safety, robbery and many other incidences that require
fast action and response.  You simply become more aware of your
surroundings and when needed, know how to think and respond faster.

In summary, martial arts is generally a very fun sport that anyone can
join and benefit immensely. However, for you to fully enjoy the many
benefits of this sport, it is important to seek the help of a professional
martial arts trainer or, simply visit the Bruce McCorry’s Martial Arts
Academy (Peabody Ma).  They offer a free, introductory class with no
obligations.  Come see for yourself. See how much fun martial arts can
bring into your life by calling today, (978) 535-7878 or visiting www.brucemccorrys.com