by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Dec 29, 2014 | Blog, Kickboxing, Martial Arts
Kickboxing is a full-contact sport, but the cardiovascular benefits are also being used in an array of non-contact classes that focus solely on ensuring you get fitter. When it comes to choosing the right kickboxing gym for you, there are several factors to consider,...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Nov 25, 2014 | Blog, Martial Arts
At Sandoval Freestyle Karate, we are serious about improving the skills and knowledge of our students. However, we also know that kids will not stay interested in anything for very long if they believe it is rigid and boring. As a result, our kickboxing classes not...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Oct 31, 2014 | Blog, Health & Exercise, Kickboxing, Martial Arts, Martial Arts Benefits, Men's Health, Muscle Gain, Women's Health
If you’re slowly finding yourself becoming less active and starting to pack on a few extra pounds, there’s no better relief than getting out and having fun while you exercise. And as you may have guesses… taking kickboxing classes is a great way get...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Oct 6, 2014 | Blog, Kickboxing, Martial Arts, Martial Arts Weapons & Gear
Kickboxing is a form of martial arts that has become extremely popular, not in the least because of the benefits in terms of physical strength, coordination, and cardiovascular fitness. Our centers in Gilbert and Chandler are staffed with experts in the field of...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Sep 4, 2014 | Blog, Health & Exercise, Kickboxing, Martial Arts, Martial Arts Benefits, Men's Health, Women's Health
You might associate kickboxing with Jean Claude Van Damme movies, but did you know it is an amazing cardio workout? Best of all, you don’t have to step into a ring and trade blows! Cardio kickboxing is essentially a combination of aerobics, boxing, and martial arts,...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Jan 5, 2014 | Blog, Health & Exercise, Martial Arts, Martial Arts Benefits, Weight Loss
According to various studies, just 8% of people achieve their New Year’s Resolutions, which probably appears to be a startling statistic but it really isn’t. After all, most of these resolutions are unrealistic and doomed to failure from the start, since they involve...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Sep 26, 2012 | Blog, Kickboxing, Martial Arts, Martial Arts Benefits
Experience is the greatest teacher because few things are properly understood without instruction. Time is another factor that plays an important role when studying kickboxing. Although your strikes and kicks may be dazzling to see when performed, it is the years of...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Sep 13, 2012 | Blog, Kickboxing, Martial Arts, Martial Arts Benefits
Are you looking for a total body workout to increase endurance and strength while listening to your favorite music? If so, you should consider joining a local kickboxing class. Tips to Get the Most From Your Kickboxing Workout 1. Start Slow Begin slowly and do not...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Jul 3, 2012 | Blog, Martial Arts, Martial Arts History
There are many different types of martial arts, and each has a ranking system. Most rankings go from beginner to experienced master. Rankings vary widely between the many arts. Belts and belt colors vary even more than rankings do. Belt colors will almost always be...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Apr 18, 2012 | Blog, Martial Arts
Martial arts can best be described as a traditional form of codified combat practices conducted for a variety of reasons, such as for self-defense, to get physically and mentally fit, and/or to compete in tournaments and in organized fights. While the term martial...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Apr 9, 2012 | Blog, Boxing & MMA, Martial Arts
Fear is an inevitable feeling we all have experienced on numerous occasions in our lives. From the variety of physical and mental scenarios one is faced with, each individual has their own method of dealing with the problem to overcome the uncertainty placed in front...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Feb 26, 2012 | Blog, Martial Arts, Martial Arts Moves
If you’ve been practicing martial arts for a while, you’ve certainly learned basic punches – the jab, the cross, the hook, and the uppercut. Depending on how advanced of a student you are, you most likely have learned an array of other strikes to go along with these...
