Acclaimed Hong Kong director Wong Kar-wai's martial arts film "The Grandmaster" led the nominations for Taiwan's annual Golden Horse Awards, seen as the Chinese-language "Oscars", organisers said Wednesday. "The Grandmaster", billed as an epic drama…
Read More »Author Archives: Admin
UFC UFC announces 20th anniversary tour
Updated Oct 20, 2013 3:41 AM ET  The UFC will celebrate its 20th anniversary with a 20-day journey across North America, all leading into UFC 167 on Nov. 16. UFC president Dana White made the announcement during the UFC 166 post-fight press conference…
Read More »UFC UFC discipline makes strong statement
Updated Oct 18, 2013 1:33 AM ET  In the time from pitch to publish, this column has shifted from being a call to action for the UFC to start acting like other major sports organizations and hold their athletes accountable when they cross the line…
Read More »Can Tai Chi assist post-exercise recovery? (#DB13 Wk 32)
I’ve been involved in martial arts and weight training of some description, on-and-off, for about 25 years. Coupled with my background in sports and physiotherapy, I’m well aware that one of the continually hot topics around any form of exercise…
Read More »Top Reasons To Try Out Martial Arts
Almost everyone knows about the widely used martial arts, such as Karate, Tae Kwon do, Kung Fu and Tai Chi…some folks have even thought about trying out a class. Bt have you ever actually tried it? Do you need a reason? Just about everyone has thought…
Read More »Tai Chi Proven to Increase Wellness for Rehabing and Aging Patients
Los Angeles, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 09/12/2013 -- Those recovering from injury, or struggling with aches and pains associated with arthritis or general aging may find relief in the soothing, gentle movements of Tai Chi. The practice is an ancient form of…
Read More »Martial arts master on his film ‘Chinese Zodiac’
Martial arts master on his film ‘Chinese Zodiac’ (via Los Angeles Times Video)
Read More »#SCBDFitness: Three Muay Thai Workouts that Anyone Can Do
When I first read the title, I was definitely intimidated, but when I pressed play on the video I was glad I did. I learned three workouts that have changed my life. I not only added them to my workout routine, but I also am telling all my friends and…
Read More »Muay Thai legend Melchor Menor breaks a baseball bat with his shin
Updated OCT 11, 2013 4:53p ET Over the years, we've seen Bo Jackson break baseball bats over his knee, and watched as Mariano Rivera created enough twigs with his trademark cutter that team after team presented him with a broken bat rocking remnants…
Read More »Dojoathome.com Teaches the Skills Children Need to Stand Up to Bullies
Martial Arts Training Provides Self Defense, Fitness and Self Esteem Benefits Port St Lucie, FL -- (SBWIRE) -- 10/14/2013 -- Bullying continues to be a problem in schools across the nation and yet many parents don't recognize the prevalence of this…
Read More »