Monthly Archives: September 2009

Modern Designs On Martial Arts Clothing

Posted on September 28, 2009 by

When we think about martial arts clothing, most of us probably picture the sparkling white gi – the angry white pyjamas – worn by many of the traditional Japanese martial arts, such as karate, judo or aikido. A few of … Continue reading →

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Martial Arts Training With Punch Bags

Posted on September 24, 2009 by

During the very early beginnings of martial arts development, various training aids were introduced, including punch bags, wooden dummies, striking posts (makiwara), and other assorted tools for strengthening the grip of the hands, or hardening and desensitizing the skin. Most … Continue reading →

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Are Martial Arts Shoes Necessary?

Posted on September 21, 2009 by

Martial arts shoes are available in most martial arts stores these days, both online and offline. This raises the question, are they really necessary? Almost all traditional Japanese martial arts are practised barefoot, and indeed it is a matter of … Continue reading →

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