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 20, 2014 | Blog, Martial Arts, Martial Arts Benefits, Personal Safety, Society & Social Issues
Although the gap in equality between the sexes is supposed to be shortening, women are still perceived to be the ‘weaker’ sex and the majority of violent attacks are perpetrated by men against women. In an ideal world, everyone would be able to use diplomacy to talk...
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 | May 15, 2014 | Blog, Health & Exercise, Martial Arts, Martial Arts Benefits, Men's Health, Women's Health
When you think of karate, most people think of words like kicking, black belts, and fighting. What most people fail to realize is that there is a real emphasis on the word “art” in martial arts. Students must learn discipline, control, and focus in order to perfect...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Apr 24, 2014 | Blog, Child Development, Martial Arts, Martial Arts Benefits, Society & Social Issues
People of all ages can benefit from karate training, even those as young as 3 years old. It helps develop social and physical skills, as well as life-long habits of physical fitness and discipline. Let’s take a look at how karate can be a highly beneficial...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Nov 12, 2013 | Blog, Health & Exercise, Women's Health
Although both sexes need to exercise regularly, there are some specific benefits for women that embark on regular physical activity. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, men are far more likely to meet Federal guidelines of 150 minutes of...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Sep 6, 2013 | Blog, Martial Arts, Martial Arts Benefits
The answer to the question above is simple: ‘everyone’! Yes, every single person, regardless of age, can benefit from self defense classes. If you want to feel safer on the streets at night and live life confident that you can handle a difficult situation brought...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Aug 16, 2013 | Blog, Martial Arts, Personal Safety, Society & Social Issues
Data gathered in 2011 by the United States Census Bureau showed that the lifetime prevalence of rape among women is over 18%, a shockingly high number. According to the Arizona Department of Public Safety, over 900 rapes have been reported in 2013 so far. This does...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Jul 3, 2013 | Blog, Child Development, Martial Arts, Martial Arts Benefits, Society & Social Issues
Modern day society is difficult and can seem like an impossible burden to handle for shy kids growing up. Almost every successful individual has managed to achieve his/her goals by being confident. When things get tough in life, as they invariably will, confident...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Jun 27, 2013 | Blog, Martial Arts, Martial Arts Benefits
You are probably familiar with all the reasons for children to take up karate. It helps them interact with others, overcome shyness, improves their level of self-esteem and makes them less likely to be the victim of bullying. What about the middle-aged man or woman?...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Apr 26, 2013 | Blog, Martial Arts, Martial Arts Benefits
The United States and much of the Western world has a serious problem with obesity. The growing number of sugary and fatty foods coming on the market coupled with the increased advertising budgets of food companies means this is not an issue that is going away any...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Dec 24, 2012 | Blog, Martial Arts, Martial Arts Benefits
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common and widespread childhood disorders, quoted by the National Institute of Mental Health. Every day doctors either recommend or prescribe pharmaceutical drugs for children with ADHD in an attempt...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Dec 5, 2012 | Blog, Martial Arts, Martial Arts Benefits
Optimal health refers to a balance between the various components of the human system, it ranges from the human movement system (involving all physical aspects), emotional wellness, and mental stability. There are a number of underlying factors that can lead to...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Nov 28, 2012 | Blog, Martial Arts, Martial Arts Moves
Martial arts focuses on mind, body, and spiritual connection. Each movement and each self-defense situation teaches the student to utilize different methods of mind control in order to gain the edge during a fighting scenario. One method is known as passive deception....
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Oct 26, 2012 | American Kenpo, Blog, Martial Arts, Martial Arts Benefits
Every human being is inclined to seek balance in the form of all aspects of optimal well-being, via mental, physical, emotional, intellectual, and social transcendence, which anyone can obtain. Perhaps we find ourselves promising our conscious that we will begin our...
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 | Jun 28, 2012 | Blog, Child Development, Society & Social Issues
There are so many extracurricular choices available to today’s youth. Parents must be adequately informed on their choices. Many parents want their children off the couch and involved in something physical. Martial arts offers children a way to stay fit,...
by Sandoval Freestyle Karate | Apr 26, 2012 | Blog, Bullying, Society & Social Issues
It is a common misconception that martial arts practitioners are aggressive by nature. In fact, studies have proven quite the opposite; however, it is hard to shake the “Hollywood” portrayal of violence associated with martial arts. For most, martial arts is merely a...
