[Editors note: The following is a guest post from Adam Marshall. Adam is an instructor at the American School of Martial Arts in Burbank, California.] Laziness- a disinclination to activity or exertion despite having the ability to do so. A wonderful word that we use for so many things. It is the one that hits…
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Martial Arts Terms
Welcome to Burbank Martial Arts (dot net): Many folks, students or not, ask me about kung fu and what it means. They ask the same thing about Shaolin. Then, they ask, “well, what is the term for martial arts in China”? These are three common questions. KUNG FU Kung fu has become, these days, kind…
How Tai Chi Ch’uan Can Help You If You’re Pregnant
Did you know that training Tai Chi Ch’uan may be very good for you if you’re pregnant? Here are some things to think about: Tai Chi is a wonderful art form of soft movement that has been proven over and over to aide in relaxing the body and mind. It is, indeed, an anxiety inhibitor….
Kung Fu For Kids
What’s in it for kids? Just about everything a parent would want for them and the plus side is, children love it too!!! Martial Arts provides a wonderful atmosphere where kids of nearly all ages can train together learning lots of interesting and effective techniques for children’s self defense personal development. Areas children will improve…
The Art Of Chi Kung Breathing
When practicing Chi Kung breathing, remember to touch the roof of your mouth with your tongue while touching the lips together very lightly. Breathe in the nose and out the nose, in general. There are some breaths that require you to exhale through the mouth, though. In that case, breathe in the nose (tongue to…
How Often Should I Train?
Often, I am asked “how much should I train at home”? “Should I train at home everyday or just the days I don’t attend class at the school”? “Should I train an hour or two”? “What should I train”? My suggestion is this: make as many of the scheduled classes that you can, first and…
Kung Fu: Points Of Posture
One of the primary subjects of traditional martial arts is posture. Most often, though, in modern martial art schools, the topic is nearly ignored. Yet, proper posture is essential to power; and, it is essential for excellent health. The following is a list generally studied in traditional kung fu schools: head as though suspended from…
Kung Fu: The Art Of Mastering One’s Self
‘Train only to master yourself” is our long-standing school motto. We developed it over 30 years ago from a phrase that Mr. Suh frequently used. We all come to martial arts (kung fu) for varying reasons. Some come for self -defense: others come for self-esteem, better health, greater confidence and/or to align themselves with themselves….
Kung Fu: Anti-Aging
Through softness, life can continue. Through stiffness, life will end. These thoughts are simple but far reaching. When you look at a baby you see such suppleness and pliability. Yet, each year that goes by the baby becomes less so. If you take a moment and suddenly picture the baby in her 90s, you will…
Impact Training Of The Shins Is Important To Do
Impact training the shins is an important thing to do. Shins are very sensitive. They react to the slightest impact with the greatest pain. And, they bruise easily too. Of course, conditioning the entire body for impact is a given but paying special attention to training the shins is a must for the serious and/or…
