The word Kihap is a portmanteau of the Korean words “ki” and “hap.” Ki is an incredibly important concept in East Asian martial arts,. While ki is literally translated as “air,” “gas,” or “breath,” it …
The most common Taekwondo injuries and how to treat them
I spoke to Kevin Jensen and John Lee from Infinite Health for some expert advice about taekwondo injuries and treatments. Kevin is a massage therapist who has worked with the Argentine National Taekwondo Team and …
How To Condition Your Shins for TaeKwonDo
In a kick heavy martial art like Taekwondo, those new to the martial art often deal with injured shins. Their shins are not conditioned for the demand that a martial art like Taekwondo puts on …
Why is a TaeKwonDo Uniform White?
A TaeKwondo Uniform is white in order to demonstrate that everyone is the same when training and to emphasis that one is judged on their skills and not on their appearance. It also signifies the …
How to Buy a TaeKwonDo Uniform
When buying a TaeKwonDo uniform you need to look at the quality of the material used, the weight of the uniform as well as the brand. I finally wore my TaeKwonDo uniform out. Well, I …
What is TaeKwonDo?
Taekwondo or Tae Kwon Do is a Korean martial art that translates to the art of fist and foot. It centers on both kicking and punching techniques as well as the mastery of set forms. …
Can TaeKwondo Help You Lose Weight?
The answer is absolutely yes. TaeKwondo can definitely help you shed your extra pounds. The martial art of TaeKwondo is a phenomenal option to help you lose weight and get you in the best shape …
How to Photograph Martial Arts: A Guide for Beginners
Photographing a Martial Arts event can be a challenge. With the speed at which kicks and punches are thrown and the indoor lighting, getting a picture without any blur can be difficult. It can be …
Linear vs Circular Martial Arts: What is the Difference?
The world of martial arts is immense, and it can be intimidating for one to get into. But if you take it one step at a time, you’ll find that even though there is so …
How to Clean Martial Arts Sparring Gear
Imagine going back to martial arts or more specifically Taekwondo after a long break. You’re excited to put on your sparring equipment, only to stop in your tracks the moment you take a huge whiff …