The post is developed in partnership with BetterHelp.

Martial arts are commonly cited as excellent examples of the importance of the mind-body connection. They require not only physical prowess but also enough mental strength to remain resilient during training and competitions. The mental components of martial arts shouldn’t be downplayed; the techniques used by athletes to manage stress can likely be transferred, at least in part, to other areas of life. This article will briefly explore the importance of managing stress, some prominent philosophies in martial arts, and how physical activity, in general, can help you manage stress.

Keep Reading

Many kids these days lead a sedentary lifestyle, spending long hours on their mobile phones and hardly going out to play. It is becoming essential that the parents encourage them to stay active and healthy. Traditional sports like basketball, swimming, and soccer certainly have their merits. There is one sport that offers many additional benefits – martial arts.

In the ancient world, martial arts such as Judo, Karate, Kung Fu, Taekwondo, and others were not just useful for building physical strength, they also helped in discipline, mental resilience, and improved overall wellbeing too. Take for instance karate. It can make the kids learn self-defense techniques and make them more competitive. This sport can also make the kids more focused, stronger, and healthier, thus impacting their overall well-being.

Keep Reading

Reaching your peak physical health and fitness potential requires dedication across multiple facets of wellness. Proper exercise, nutrition, sleep, and stress management all play key roles. However, even the most diligent health and fitness enthusiasts can occasionally benefit from an extra boost.

Strategically selected supplements provide that supplemental lift to overcome plateaus, enhance recovery, and achieve goals more efficiently. With hundreds of products on the market spanning categories like protein, pre-workout, multivitamins, and more, choosing the right supplements for your needs makes all the difference.

Keep Reading

Whether you’re into boxing, MMA, or any other combat sport, you want to throw punches like a pro and you want to dodge hits like they’re nothing. You’ll need some fancy footwork and lightning-fast reflexes, but you probably know that already. What you may not know is just how important strength training is to achieve this. It makes you tougher, faster, and more powerful. Imagine if you had a rock-solid core; you would be able to take a hit like nobody’s business. Strength training could make your arms deliver knockout blows, your legs could launch you across the mat in the blink of an eye… In short, you wouldn’t be a good fighter any longer, you’d be a great one. 

Now, the trick is knowing which workouts are effective and which don’t deserve your attention. We’ll go through 7 superstars that will make your opponents shake in their boots before you even step in the arena, so grab your gear and let’s get to it!

Keep Reading

Self-defense is learning the skills and knowledge you need to protect yourself when you are being threatened with violence or crime. Criminals and thieves will always be around to take what isn’t theirs and hurt or shame other people. One of the best ways to do this is by learning martial arts.

Martial arts are not just about fighting; they also teach discipline, respect, and self-control. It is a holistic approach to physical and mental well-being. But with so many styles to choose from, which ones are the best for self-defense?

In this guide, we will discuss the top martial arts for self-defense for you to master. Read more!

Keep Reading

Pull-ups are a known form of workout that mainly targets the muscles in your biceps, lower, and upper back. You basically lift your entire body weight up on a bar and test your body’s strength and endurance with a pull-up. 

Repeating the motion over and over can help you build strong and lean muscles in your back. Now, if you are a beginner or just struggling to make a strong grip on the bar, you can definitely use pull-up straps for additional aid. These straps are great for overcoming challenges like grip fatigue and limited hand endurance. 

However, later in this article, we will discuss whether you really need to use these straps for pull-ups or not. 

Keep Reading