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<description><![CDATA[Tony Mills is the Chief Editor of online Content for The MMA Zone.  Tony is an expert in the field of martial arts training and conditioning.]]></description>
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<title>The Biggest MMA Training Secret and Tactic Can Now Be Used By Anyone!</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Living and training at high altitudes has been a huge secret to their success for many elite level athletes for years.  Many have considered this their 'secret sauce', but now this secret is out and everyone knows how beneficial high altitude training can be.]]></description>
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<title>Kung Fu: What Do I Need To Start Kung Fu?</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 08 Nov 2010 15:54:11 -0600</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Since there are so many different forms of kung fu, one would assume that there is a wide array of kung fu supplies. To some extent, this is accurate.]]></description>
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<title>Mixed Martial Artists: How To Find A Sponsor</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 29 Oct 2010 19:08:43 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It is not easy to be an MMA fighter. There is a huge time commitment required and it will frequently entail training 5 or more hours per day.]]></description>
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<title>How To Guarantee A Profitable Start For Your Martial Arts School</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 29 Oct 2010 17:40:37 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[A great many people would enjoy launching a martial arts business but are concerned about how successful potential of the school. This is why so many are moving towards selling MMA gear and not trying to make money via teaching martial arts.]]></description>
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<title>How Important Is Diet For Mixed Martial Artists?</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 29 Oct 2010 17:32:32 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There are many different components that are weaved into effective MMA training. One component that is often overlooked is diet.]]></description>
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<title>MMA - Is It Really Self Defense?</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 29 Oct 2010 16:58:27 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[One of the most controversial aspects of MMA training is the long debated question regarding whether or not MMA is self defense. Honestly, such a controversy is really not all that much of a controversy at all.]]></description>
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<title>Martial Arts Competitions and Conserving Energy</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 29 Oct 2010 16:47:10 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[For some, MMA training is mostly about health, fitness, and exercise. Then, there are those determined to be the best they can be in the form of winning competitions.]]></description>
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<title>Martial Arts Kicks On The Street</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 29 Oct 2010 16:32:27 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When it comes to self defense, some may have misconceptions regarding the validity of martial arts kicks on the street. In past decades, great emphasis was placed on kicking in martial arts training.]]></description>
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<title>Taekwondo Sparring Tips</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 29 Oct 2010 16:18:33 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Taekwondo assuredly remains a martial art that is based on effectiveness in sparring. This is clearly evident as it is an Olympic sport.]]></description>
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<title>Martial Arts: Speed VS Power</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 29 Oct 2010 16:17:40 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When it comes to MMA training, the question will arise as to which is more important: speed or power. Actually, this is a question that arises in all facets of martial arts training and not just MMA.]]></description>
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<title>Sparring Gear You Need As A Beginner</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 28 Oct 2010 13:57:12 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When it comes to sparring gear, there will be some items that are essential for the beginner. These items are designed to keep you safe while you are on the mat.]]></description>
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<title>How to Tie a Taekwondo Belt</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 18 Oct 2010 10:39:33 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The style of Taekwondo is one of the most popular styles in the entire world.  A lot of this popularity can be attributed to Taekwondo being a part of the summer Olympics.]]></description>
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<title>CANI in MMA</title>
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<description><![CDATA[CANI Stands for Constant And Never Ending Improvement. Regardless if you are just starting your martial arts or fitness training or are already on your way up the MMA ladder, using the principal of CANI in your training you can ensure you are consistently working in the right direction for your goals - to be the best you can be, or even the best there is.]]></description>
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<title>What Is Mace and How Do You Use It?</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 15:02:38 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Mace is a form of tear gas. Mace has been most commonly seen being used by law enforcement in riots, prisons and to subdue criminals in the street, but now is often used both for self defense by civilians and unfortunately by criminals and terrorists.]]></description>
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<title>What Is the Best Type of Sword?</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Martial artists and warriors have argued this debate for decades - 'what is the best type of sword?'. Throughout history many types and styles of swords have been developed and mastered by different cultures. Many of the differing types and lengths of swords were developed out of necessity as armor and defenses changed. Other swords were born due to the types of materials and metals that were available and the restrictions those materials presented. ]]></description>
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<title>How MMA Clothes Can Make Life Easier</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 14:59:32 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This might seem like a joke at first, but this is for real. Wearing MMA clothes can really make your life easier in many ways.]]></description>
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<title>Muscle Most Martial Artists Neglect: Feet!</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 14:59:08 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Building stronger feet is much more important than you think. If you are a martial arts practitioner you may immediately think of breaking boards when building stronger feet is mentioned.]]></description>
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<title>How To Prepare Yourself For Your Upcoming MMA Fight</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 14:58:05 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Finally after months or years of training and watching the UFC you find yourself scheduled for a fight of your own, or maybe you are just preparing for regional or national championships in your own chosen martial arts style. So how do you best prepare?]]></description>
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<title>Get Army Fit For MMA!</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 14:57:26 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The US Army as one of the top fighting forces in the world has strict fitness standards not only for passing basic training but also as part of on going testing to ensure a regulated high level of fitness. The US Army's Physical Fitness Test (also known as the PFT) consists of just three basic exercises; push ups, sit ups and running.]]></description>
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<title>The Father Of MMA</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 14:56:12 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Jeet Kune Do - 'The Way of the Intercepting Fist' is the hybrid martial at developed by the legendary Bruce Lee and could be considered one of the first forms of MMA for the way Bruce Lee incorporated movements from several different fighting systems. The following interview with Tim Motter of the JKD Institute should give you a little more insight into this martial art form: ]]></description>
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<title>Is There Such a Thing As a Free Personal Trainers?</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 14:06:06 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Obviously there are many advantages to having a personal trainer. Personal trainers are not just for use as workout partners but to advise you on nutrition and develop an exercise program specifically designed to help you meet your goals.]]></description>
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<title>Should MMA Even Be Considered Self Defense?</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 13:52:18 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[it is the huge divide that splits the appeal and class of martial arts down the middle. The difference being those martial arts that practice training as a sport for technique and those that believe that martial arts are to be used as an effective method of fighting combat for real life situations.]]></description>
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<title>How Get A MMA Gym's Lowest Price!</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 13:52:14 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you have every been interested in joining a gym or martial arts school you have probably been offered a 'Free Pass', sometimes this is an offer for a week or a month. Unfortunately if you have ever tried to take them up on it, you have no doubt be subjected to a grueling sales pitch that could easily last an hour until the trainer or instructor has beaten you into submission to signing up on a contract.]]></description>
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<title>How to Get Bruce Lee Strength Without Going to the Gym!</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 13:52:06 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The legendary Bruce Lee is undoubtedly the most recognized martial artist from throughout history. Bruce Lee is not only known for his speed and martial arts skill but his incredible strength as well.]]></description>
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<title>Beginners Guide to Mixed Martial Arts</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 13:40:21 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Mixed martial arts aka MMA has rocketed to fame in the last few years reviving the martial arts industry and breaking sports records for pay-per-view sales. But for those who are new to MMA the following brief should get you up to speed in a few minutes so you can act like you know something next time you are out with the guys and a fight is on.]]></description>
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<title>So, How Many Korean Martial Arts Are There?</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 13:34:08 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[For being such a tiny country Korea has a seriously impressive list of martial arts, far more than most other large countries. It is true that they have been at war for almost their entire history and still today which must be one of the main reasons they have developed so many fighting styles.]]></description>
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<title>Little Known BUT Big Results: Kicking Drills</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 10:55:39 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Introducing new hardcore kicking drills into your MMA workout routine can not only improve your kicking ability, but your flexibility and strength and can be a great addition to your cardio workout regime as well. As opposed to many kicking drills or training, try devoting yourself to a 45 minute nonstop kicking workout one day a week.]]></description>
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<title>The Top Tae Kwon Do Weapons</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 10:42:29 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The Korean martial art Tae Kwon Do is well known for it's competitions. These competitions are held on local, national and international levels as well as the Olympics.]]></description>
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<title>How To Find That Perfect Fitting Karate Uniform!</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 10:31:48 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When looking at purchasing a new martial arts uniform whether for competition or everyday training it is essential to make sure you get the perfect fitting uniform. The key things to keep in mind when trying to purchase the perfect fitting uniform for your martial arts training are; comfort, range of motion and presentation.]]></description>
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<title>How To Start A Successfull MMA Gym!</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 10:29:04 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Owning and running a martial arts school or MMA Gym can be a great business. Not just because they can become extremely profitable but because it is a fun and fulfilling dream for many martial arts fans.]]></description>
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<title>Stretching For Peak MMA Performance</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 10:25:20 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Stretching isn't most fighters favorite part of training and could often be way down on the list as most undesirable and the first thing you cut out when you are short on gym time. However stretching is just as core to your fitness level and ability to win as any other area of your training.]]></description>
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<title>Keep Fighting 5 Minutes After You Are Dead!</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 04 Oct 2010 10:08:11 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[That is then answer to being asked when you should give up or stop fighting back - "5 minutes after you are already dead!" When you are fighting for your life in a real life situation you cannot stop or give up.]]></description>
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<title>For Weight Loss and Fitness Don't Go to the Gym Go To The Dojo!</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 01 Oct 2010 16:41:24 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you are looking to improve your fitness level or lose weight but quickly grow tired of a treadmill or elliptical machine, consider doing a martial art like Taekwondo, kickboxing, karate.  It is no surprise to martial artists that every gym, personal trainer, and fitness program has incorporated the training techniques and exercises the martial arts has been doing since it began.]]></description>
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<title>Karate Punch - How to Increase Your Punching Power!</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Sep 2010 09:28:57 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Although there aren't a lot of people that know this the main difference between a boxing punch and a Karate punch is the twisting of the wrist upon impact.  So, when the Karate punch is complete the punchers palms should be facing the ground.]]></description>
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<title>What To Do When The Judge's Call Is Bogus?</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Sep 2010 09:04:34 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It happens all the time; from the viewer's perspective one fighter clearly deserved to win but the judges call it the other way. A classic example of this was the recent UFC fight between Antonio Rogerio Nogueira and Jason Brilz.]]></description>
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<title>Muay Thai Kickboxing Camps</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Sep 2010 08:55:37 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Muay Thai Kickboxing also known as just Muay Thai or Thai Kickboxing is known as one of the oldest and fiercest martial arts. It is certainly among the most brutal, known for it's use of elbows and knees and full contact competitions.]]></description>
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<title>Recap of TUF and the UFC Legends Face to Face</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Sep 2010 08:42:08 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The long awaited new season of the hit reality show 'The Ultimate Fighter' (TUF) has started on Spike. This could easily be the biggest hit yet with two of the UFC's most legendary fighters as the team coaches; Chuck 'The Iceman' Liddell vs Tito 'The Huntington Beach Bad Boy' Ortiz.]]></description>
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<title>Use the UFC and MMA To Help Promote Your Sports Bar Or Club!</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Sep 2010 08:33:29 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Promoting your bar or club or even an event can be a difficult and competitive business these days. So why not do something completely different and stand out from your competitors.]]></description>
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<title>Vietnamese Martial Arts &amp; Cobra Blood Wine</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Sep 2010 08:28:55 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[While Vietnamese martial arts may not be to most well known in the world they have certainly be honed for use against overwhelming force of invading enemies with better weapons and massive forces and resources. Among it's invasions Vietnam has been attacked by it's giant neighbor China as well as being ruled for a time by France and of course there was the infamous Vietnam war involving the US.]]></description>
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<title>Nunchakus - How to Be Like Bruce Lee!</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Sep 2010 08:23:02 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Certainly one of the most impressive sights and memories many martial arts fans still visualize is the legendary Bruce Lee and his amazing Nuchukau skills. Often even featured with a pair of nunchuks his speed and skill was used to defeat his enemies against huge odds.]]></description>
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<title>Bringing Your Wife To Class - The Pros &amp; Cons</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Sep 2010 08:22:37 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It can be a tough decision. Should you invite or even allow your wife to join you at your martial arts class?]]></description>
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<title>3 Secrets To Make the Most of Your Martial Arts Class!</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Sep 2010 08:09:26 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Everyone would like to be a martial arts master and be able to stun crowds with Bruce Lee like Kung Fu performances or be able to throw down like UFC legend Anderson Silva. So you have looked around and found a martial arts school that looks like a good fit for you.]]></description>
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<title>Should You Keep Training When You Are Pregnant?</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 29 Sep 2010 08:03:20 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[As always please check with a licensed Dr. to determine if you should keep training during your pregnancy. These are only guidelines and opinions on what you can do.]]></description>
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<title>What Is the &quot;Mix&quot; in Mixed Martial Arts?</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Sep 2010 09:45:08 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Unfortunately, MMA has a very broad definition and it means a blending of two or more martial arts. So, that could be Sumo which is a Japanese martial art and Wing Chun Kung Fu which uses straight line, fast, direct strikes. This would officially be considered a mixed martial arts. ]]></description>
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<title>What Do I Need to Begin My Karate Class Tomorrow?</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 22 Sep 2010 10:37:38 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There is not a lot that you will need to start your journey into the martial arts more than an open mind. But we wanted to put together a quick list of things the first time karate student will need to have for their very first class. First we have covered the essential required items, and then some of the optional items you may or may not want to include. Lastly, we have added a few little tidbits of random things which will make those first few weeks more enjoyable and maybe even fun!]]></description>
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<title>MMA Submissions - The 5 Most Submission Moves!</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Sep 2010 16:00:42 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[In all of MMA it is the two fighters that are both punching each other bloody that get the crowd and MMA fans going nuts!  However if you train in MMA I bet you also get just as much excitement out of watching a well crafted submission move.]]></description>
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<title>Why Cardio Needs to Become a Priority!</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 10 Sep 2010 17:04:36 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If cardio in your MMA training isn't a priority then this may be just the write place for you to be as I explain why it needs to become one. Here in the most simplest of terms, is why conditioning for MMA is utterly important.]]></description>
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<title>3 Insider MMA Training Tips</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 10 Sep 2010 11:41:56 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Weight lifting and strength training has been a very significant piece of the mixed martial arts puzzle. Although, martial arts traditionally stayed away from lifting weight due to the tightening of the muscles MMA trained athletes say this is one of the biggest parts of their training.]]></description>
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<title>How to Perform the Bicep Slicer</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 10 Sep 2010 10:38:20 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[A lot of MMA fighters don't quite understand the true power behind the bicep slicer. This submission type move is also known in MMA circles as the bicep crusher or the bicep lock.]]></description>
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<title>Building More Power - Take Your Push Ups to the Next Level!</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 13 Jul 2010 13:19:56 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Push ups are one of the core exercises for building power and strength that must be in every one's martial arts training program. In fact push ups are one of the just 3 exercises that are used to build and test the strength of our armed forces.]]></description>
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<title>Best Martial Arts For Physical Fitness</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 13 Jul 2010 12:54:38 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Martial arts are not just for learning to fight for competing in the octagon or defending yourself in the street. Practicing martial arts is actually one of the best ways to improve your physical fitness.]]></description>
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<title>When Did Mixed Martial Arts Really Begin?</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 13 Jul 2010 12:39:47 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When most people think about martial arts and the beginning of mixed martial arts competitions they think of Asian fighting styles and martial arts competitions in China and Japan that pitted different schools against each other. However fighting has been around since the beginning of time.]]></description>
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<title>Best Strikes For a Fast Knockout</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 07 Jul 2010 15:39:01 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Clearly whether you are competing in the octagon or battling in the street the faster you can knockout your opponent the better. There is no time for showboating, take them out and do it as fast as you can.]]></description>
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<title>What Should Be Included in My MMA Training Routine?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/4604319</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/4604319</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 06 Jul 2010 18:52:01 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[To successfully train to be an MMA contender it is necessary to train your whole body to a level of an elite athlete. It is far more than just strength training or just technique.]]></description>
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<title>What is the Most Lethal Kick in Martial Arts?</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 06 Jul 2010 18:01:25 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The Internet is chalked full of tips on how to train and learn to kick harder and faster. Different martial arts schools and styles teach a huge range of kicks ranging from the classic MMA sweep to the acrobatic kicks of Tae Kwon Do.]]></description>
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<title>Top Tips For Faster Punches</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 06 Jul 2010 17:36:08 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Looking back at the most famous martial arts masters one thing that clearly stands out as being the most impressive is the speed of their punches. It is unlikely you have ever seen any current mixed martial artists competing in the UFC that have any where near the punching speed.]]></description>
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<title>Did MMA Really Come From Bruce Lee?</title>
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<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/4600751</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 06 Jul 2010 15:21:40 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It is safe to say that within the last decade, there has been a revolution brewing within the field of contact sports and the name of that revolution is MMA or Mixed Martial Arts. Although for centuries, Boxing and Wrestling were considered the kings of full contact sports, within the last few years, the sport of MMA has gone from a relatively unknown and controversial sport to an accepted sport that is the undisputed king of contact sports in terms of popularity.]]></description>
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<title>The Power Behind MMA - Ultimate Fighting Championship</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 06 Jul 2010 15:14:12 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Mixed Martial Arts is a 2,000 year old sport with origins in Ancient Greece that has quickly risen in the world of full contact sports and is poised to remain in the throne for a long time to come. Although MMA is easily one of the most popular and lucrative contact sports in existence, it hasn't always been this way as only within the last decade has Mixed Martial Arts really gained ground.]]></description>
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<title>Samurai Castles - The Secret Skills of the Samurai</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 24 Jun 2010 08:45:34 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[While not a traditional martial art in itself as most know it, the fighting style of the Japanese samurai is still one of the most respected and mythical to this day. Still even now the samurai sword is one of the most coveted and respected weapons from history.]]></description>
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<title>From Man to MMA Machine! - MMA Training Routine</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 23 Jun 2010 09:41:20 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[So how do fighters do it? They have to be experts in many martial art styles like; Karate, Kickboxing, Muay Thai, BJJ, and others. So, where do they find the time to train in all theses disciplines? Read this article to find out how.]]></description>
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<title>What's the Best Martial Art For Beating a Bully?</title>
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<pubDate>Sat, 12 Jun 2010 09:44:57 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Bullying has been a problem for children since the beginning of time and certainly since schools were invented. No one wants their child to be bullied. However the reality is that at someone most children will be bullied in some way or another. The sad truth is that you won't always know about it or be able to prevent it.]]></description>
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<title>What is the Difference Between MMA and Traditional Martial Arts?</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 11 Jun 2010 14:40:37 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Mixed Martial Arts has evolved. It is widely considered the most demanding combative sport in world, and is quickly becoming the most popular.]]></description>
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<title>What is the Best Diet For Someone in Martial Arts?</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 11 Jun 2010 14:39:06 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[It seems like everywhere you look there is a "new and improved" diet program. All of these diets back their claims with comprehensive research, and clinical tests.]]></description>
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<title>What is the Best Martial Arts For Me to Take?</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 11 Jun 2010 13:50:21 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you are considering studying the Martial Arts, you may be over whelmed with all the choices in styles that are available. To make thing more challenging within each style e.g. Kung Fu, there can be hundreds of disciplines. With all these choices and everyone making claims to having the best style it can be extremely difficult, but; choosing a style of Martial Arts is really a personal choice. ]]></description>
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<title>The Ultimate in Conditioning, Silat Style!</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 11 Jun 2010 13:38:14 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Silat also commonly referred to as pencak silat is the martial arts style of south east Asia originating in Indonesia. Though it has now spread from Java to Singapore, Thailand and is said to have influenced Okinawan karate and Chinese Kuntao.]]></description>
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<title>What Martial Arts is Best For Developing Confidence in a Fight?</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 11 Jun 2010 13:09:42 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[No matter what your primary reason for studying Martial Arts is, everyone who practices one of the arts wants to have the confidence that comes from knowing that their style is practice in self defense situations. The question of which style is best for self defense has been debated for decades, and everyone can cite reasons why the style they practice is best suited for combat.]]></description>
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<title>Read This Article Before Your First Martial Arts Class</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 11 Jun 2010 11:49:28 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Your first Martial Arts class can be a little unnerving. There is the anticipation of what you will be learning, along with the fear of the unknown.]]></description>
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<title>Mixed Martial Art's BIG Question - To Tap Or Not to Tap!</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 11 Jun 2010 11:45:35 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[With ground fighting making up a huge percentage of the time in the octagon these days and submitting perhaps being the number one way to win, should you tap out or take it? Besides training to get out of holds and locks, developing your flexibility and tolerance for pain will help you withstand being in these positions and buy you time to get out of them either by finding an opening to strike your opponent, maneuver or just making your opponent waste their energy.]]></description>
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<title>Do You Want to Know the Secret Sauce Inside MMA Cardio Training?</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 10 Jun 2010 13:30:21 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[There is no doubt that MMA is one of the most demanding sports that you can participate in. MMA fighters are required to have superb endurance, super natural strength, and extreme flexibility.]]></description>
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<title>Can I Use My MMA Gloves on the Heavy Bag?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/4453481</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 10 Jun 2010 13:24:28 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Read any MMA training forum, or visit any MMA chat room and you will see the question regarding using MMA gloves during heavy bag training constantly. There seems to be a lot of misconception regarding this subject.]]></description>
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<title>Best Martial Arts Moves For a Bar Fight</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 04 Jun 2010 15:25:50 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Obviously getting in a bar fight is not something to look for and you should always try to talk things out, however there are times when people just get in your face and you have no other option but to strike. Clearly you cannot afford to take the first hit and you must make your first strike count as you could quickly find yourself outnumbered.]]></description>
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<title>How Are UFC Gyms Going to Affect Your Martial Arts School?</title>
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<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/4402708</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 02 Jun 2010 16:30:05 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Part of the UFC's plan for total world domination includes opening up official UFC gyms all over the world. These new super centers are being designed to attract everybody, not just those hoping to fight in the octagon.]]></description>
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<title>Martial Arts Workouts - 3 Ways to Build Stronger Shoulders</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 01 Jun 2010 14:26:33 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[When it comes to stepping in the octagon or other martial arts arena having big, ripped shoulders not only looks menacing and impressive and give you a mental advantage but can also mean harder more powerful punches you can land on your opponent. Adding the following three shoulder workouts to your fitness regime can give you all that and more.]]></description>
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<title>How to Build Muscle Mass Quickly</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/4362810</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/4362810</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 26 May 2010 16:35:00 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Of course building muscle mass is one of the most common and popular goals for many interested in fitness and the martial arts. However for some it may feel like a difficult process.]]></description>
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<title>MMA's Golden Moves, You Need to Learn!</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/4352378</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/4352378</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 25 May 2010 17:23:20 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you are like most MMA fans you probably have been training in one or two different martial arts styles for years. Even if you are extremely skilled at those jumping into the mixed martial arts arena not only means the freedom to add more moves to your arsenal but the necessity to have a more rounded fighting ability to combat the wide variety of styles you will be up against.]]></description>
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<title>How to Pack on 20 LBS of Muscle - Iron Man Style</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 25 May 2010 15:57:58 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[In preparation for the new Iron Man 2 movie Robert Downey Jr. packed on an incredible 20lbs of muscle in just weeks. In an Usmagazine.com interview with Robert Downey Jr.'s trainer Brad Bose, Bose claims due to limits on time and to keep it interesting they developed a completely new kind of workout using alternative means outside of the gym.]]></description>
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<title>How Much Does Size Really Matter in Martial Arts?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/4348207</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 25 May 2010 14:58:10 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This has been an extremely controversial subject throughout the history of fighting arts and sports. There are many martial arts and individuals you claim the size is irrelevant and it does not make a difference.]]></description>
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<title>4 Martial Arts For Learning to Kill With Your Bare Hands</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/4347175</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 25 May 2010 11:47:00 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[While there are literally hundreds of styles of martial arts around the world far too many focus just on style and the sports elements and are not designed for actual combat and use for taking out a real opponent in a real life situation. Too many of these schools teach theory and moves that will take far too long to actually kill an opponent or be effective against someone intent on killing you.]]></description>
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<title>When It's OK to Use Your Karate on Your Girlfriend!</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 25 May 2010 11:27:09 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Sorry, the answer is NEVER! It does not matter whether she just nicked your new Benz with your nunchuks or stuck your favorite samurai sword from your collection up or nose or even maced you in your sleep.]]></description>
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<title>Best Martial Arts For Women to Learn Effective Self-Defense</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/4348426</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 25 May 2010 11:16:22 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Without being classed as being sexist, there are some martial arts that are perhaps better suited for women due to their focus on moves that are effective regardless of size and weight and techniques like groin strikes. Other martial arts focus more on power, size and strength which many women do not wish to focus on if they are just looking to pick up an effective means of self-defense and not become a MMA competitor.]]></description>
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<title>Hottest MMA Training Fat Burner's &amp; Pre-Workout Formulas</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/4312235</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 18 May 2010 19:05:15 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Below are 3 of the hottest MMA Training fat burner's and pre-workout formulas on the market. These types of supplements are a constantly changing gym with manufacturers bringing out the craziest super strength products that are allowed and having to reinvent them every few months or year as they get banned or have to have their ingredients changed.]]></description>
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<title>Can Watching YouTube Make You a Lean Well Trained Fighting Machine?</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 17 May 2010 11:51:16 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Absolutely! If you ever stay up after midnight watching TV you will probably find yourself bombarded with infomercials for a huge array of fitness programs charging crazy amounts of money for DVD sets like P90x and Insanity.]]></description>
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<title>Has the UFC Become the WWE?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/4133635</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 20 Apr 2010 13:15:30 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Chokes and submission holds have always been a big part of the MMA since it's beginnings and the Gracie's impressive BJJ feats. However it just seems like the UFC is becoming more and more dominated by wrestling than real brawling.]]></description>
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<title>Where Are the Future Business Opportunities in Martial Arts?</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/4133663</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 20 Apr 2010 10:22:48 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The UFC has certainly proven that martial arts is a huge money business worth billions. With the continued growth in world wide popularity and revenues the martial arts industry is certainly not likely to fade away anytime soon. However as with any other industry things never remain exactly the same and entrepreneurs looking to jump into the martial arts game in some form or another need to look forward to where openings are for new opportunities.]]></description>
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<title>Tips For a Winning Martial Arts Instructor Resume</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 20 Apr 2010 10:11:25 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you want to survive in the martial arts business as an instructor you will likely have to face a lot of competition to get a great position. Read this article to find some tips to help build that great martial arts school.]]></description>
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<title>How to Teach Yourself Martial Arts at Home</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/4100011</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 14 Apr 2010 09:31:15 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Unfortunately sometimes you just are unable to make it to the the Dojo, either because there isn't one close by or it just doesn't fit in your budget. But that is no reason not start or not to keep up with your training.]]></description>
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<title>Building Stronger Hands For Mixed Martial Arts</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 13 Apr 2010 16:05:34 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Unfortunately with so many exercises for the rest of the body, the hands are often forgotten. That is one mistake many amateurs make in the mixed martial arts training. But, the professional martial artists know that it is a key ingredient to their success, read this article to find out how!]]></description>
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<title>Before You Learn Kenpo, Read This First!</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/4100019</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 13 Apr 2010 16:01:34 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Kenpo used interchangeably with Kempo has possibly been made most popular in the US as American Kenpo or Kenpo Karate. Kenpo's roots and lineage are traced back to Hawaii and Okinawa.]]></description>
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<title>Strategy and Insight From Boxing</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/4058322</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 07 Apr 2010 14:36:57 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[What may seem ridiculous or crazy to you may receive praise from your viewing companion. This is because they understand that in contrast to the lay person's opinion that it is not just a match of exchanging random blows, but that the opponents must rely on employing great strategy to win.]]></description>
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<title>Strategy VS Tactics For the Knockout!</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/4058377</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 07 Apr 2010 13:37:19 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Instead of running for retirement after an embarrassing KO and thinking you are a failure take a look at your strategy and tactics to see what needs to be built on. Was your overall strategy wrong or was just one of your techniques flawed and needs to be replaced?]]></description>
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<title>The Legendary Shaolin Temple - Birth Place of Kung Fu</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 07 Apr 2010 12:13:20 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[The Shaolin Temple is heralded as being the birthplace and home to the origins of modern Kung Fu. However it was originally constructed in 495 as a Buddhist monastery this article covers the origins and the birthplace of Kung Fu.]]></description>
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<title>2 Skills of a Ninja - Stealth and Throwing Shuriken</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 26 Mar 2010 15:13:44 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Two skills that are imperative to be a ninja is being silent on your missions and the other one is throwing shuriken accurately and correctly. Follow this article to learn more about these two skills which will give you a strong base of ninja skills to launch your ninja career.]]></description>
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<title>The History and Current State of Ninjitsu</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 26 Mar 2010 15:13:37 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[This article covers where the ninja came from and where it is headed to in the future. A majority of the future education of ninjutsu will be in the hands of Hollywood since they will tell the story of the ninja. So, read this article to find out where they came from and how that can help the ninja in the future.]]></description>
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<title>The Secrets to Training in MMA While You Have Acid Reflux</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 25 Mar 2010 16:56:52 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[First of all those who suffer from Acid Reflux can see a great deal of benefits from training in MMA and using some aspects as part of a natural treatment program even if they never intend to jump in the octagon for real. Of course, the right training and exercise can even help prevent medical conditions like this occurring in others.]]></description>
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<title>How to Train For MMA While Also Looking Great at the Beach!</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/3992014</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 25 Mar 2010 15:55:47 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Good MMA and martial arts training should encompass cardio, diet, strength and tactical training. And what better back drop than do be able to accomplish all that out in the sun and top up your tan at the same time?]]></description>
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<title>Choosing a Good Instructor Or Coach</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 25 Mar 2010 15:54:57 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Even the UFC greats all have had coaches and mentors. Not even Chuck Liddell, Frank Mir, Tito Ortiz or Silva made it as far as they did without coaches and instructors. Maybe your goals aren't that high. That's fine, but if you are going to train get the best training you can or you might be better off sitting in front of the TV. Cause when it comes down to a fight it's the best man who's going to win, not the one who just settled for OK.]]></description>
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<title>Need a Break? Plan an MMA World Vacation!</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/3991982</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/3991982</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 25 Mar 2010 15:38:22 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[If you have been overdoing it in the office or wherever your job has you slaving away and have been longing for a break or want to get the edge on your MMA training, why not plan a MMA world trip? It might be hard to talk the wife and kids into if they aren't huge MMA fans but it would definitely make your friends jealous. ]]></description>
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<title>You're Never Too Old For the UFC!</title>
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<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/3970437</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 23 Mar 2010 08:18:22 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Like so many other fans of the Ultimate Fighting Championships and MMA, you may be wondering if it is too late for you to start training or have a shot at getting a title. The minimum age to actually compete in the UFC battles is 18. One website post puts a maximum age limit at age 50 to compete, but this hasn't been verified.]]></description>
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<title>Bringing Discipline Home From the Dojo - Kids in the Martial Arts</title>
<link>http://EzineArticles.com/3970540</link>
<guid>http://EzineArticles.com/3970540</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 22 Mar 2010 22:58:28 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Even the most unruly, disobedient and wild child can make incredible changes after a couple of martial art classes. This is due to a combination of the principles taught, having to join in with the status quo and having an authority figure enforce the rules.]]></description>
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<title>3 Things to Keep in Mind When Sparring</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 22 Mar 2010 15:15:01 -0500</pubDate>
<description><![CDATA[Are you looking to have all those great looking trophies and winner plaques on your shelves? Now you can! All you need to do is enter in a number of martial art tournaments and win them. However, let's back up a little we got a little ahead of ourselves because you might be asking yourself, how do you get there?]]></description>
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