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Is a Good Night’s Sleep Key to More Effective Martial Art Workouts?

By Swiftkick Staff | December 21, 2022

Few people feel they get enough sleep every night. Most adults look enviously at children who seem to be able to sleep just about anywhere and through all kinds of noise. Once children reach a certain age, sleep becomes critical to growth, and adults seem to get further and further from an ideal night\’s slumber. …

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Four Martial Arts Brain Boosters

By Swiftkick Staff | December 13, 2022

It is no secret that physical exercise has multiple benefits. Improving physical strength or losing weight tends to be the most popular reasons, but what about the natural boosts exercise does for the brain? Walking, running, and cycling keep the body moving and keep the body healthy. Yoga is said to improve mood, balance, and …

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Three Tips for Visiting a Martial Arts Studio While Traveling

By Swiftkick Staff | December 6, 2022

Traveling over the holidays can be brutal. Even the most avid exerciser may find themselves having more days off from their routine than they would like. It is great to give the body a break, but airline travel and long hours in a car can make the body crave physical exercise. Depending on where you …

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Martial Arts v Mortal Kombat

By Swiftkick Staff | November 29, 2022

Today\’s video games seem to have extra layers of gore and violence. It is never surprising to see young kids\’ karate chopping their way through a grocery store or mimicking some rudimentary king fu moves they get from a dueling video game on their way to school. Since this is a mainstream way children are …

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Can Martial Arts Help with Weight Loss?

By Swiftkick Staff | November 23, 2022

Although the emphasis of martial arts training can focus on self-defense, it should be noticed that regular training is an excellent tool for anyone seeking to shed a few pounds. Martial arts are not for kids and teens but for all ages and levels of athletic ability. Adults are finding multiple benefits from martial arts …

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Three Types of Self-Control

By Swiftkick Staff | November 17, 2022

Self-control develops over time, but eager parents seek out outlets when their children do not display what seems to be normal development at the same age as their peers. As every child is unique, the timeline of the development of self-control also varies but typically happens organically. Although self-control is a hot topic among parents …

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Setting Tweens and Teens Up for Success in Martial Arts

By Swiftkick Staff | November 9, 2022

If you have a tween or teen seeking a way to get them involved in something physically active that can help build positive values, doing some work ahead is worth it. Spending time upfront helps ensure success as children are involved in the choice and are more likely to stick with it. Tweens and teens …

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Will MMA Join Other Martial Arts in Olympic History?

By Swiftkick Staff | November 2, 2022

The history of martial arts and its growing presence in the Olympic games go back to 708 BCE in ancient Greece. What began with wrestling, followed by boxing and pankration in 648 BCE, martial arts continue to have a growing presence in the Olympic games. The International Olympic Committee has a criteria list of 35 …

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The Benefits of Mixed Martial Arts

By Swiftkick Staff | October 26, 2022

Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) is a highly effective hybrid sport that includes Karate, Muay Thai, Jiu Jitsu, Judo, wrestling, and boxing techniques. Mixed martial arts offer a variety of techniques from across multiple styles. Although MMA can trigger images of cage fighting, the concept taught in a combined program provides countless benefits. Instead of choosing …

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Giving the Gift of Empowerment Through Self Defense

By Swiftkick Staff | October 21, 2022

If you are like most people, seeing the signs advertising only 65 days until Christmas triggered some emotional responses. Maybe anxiousness, maybe excitement, and perhaps a combination of both. The surprise of how close the holidays may begin the gears turning and figuring out what gifts to get. This decision-making process can be daunting if …

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