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  • Why Does It Take So Long To Get A Black Belt In Karate? - Many of you reading this article may already be well on your way to becoming a black belt in your chosen martial art. Some of you may just be starting out on your journey and others may have reached the coveted black belt and are now working towards higher degrees of the black belt.
  • How To Get Past The Fear Of Taking Your First Karate Belt Test - OK, so you’ve stuck with your karate training for a couple of months already. You enjoy learning all of the punches, kicks and blocks, you’ve learned your first form and you also know some basic partner work drills. It’s time to try for your next belt and for some reason it feels like a wave of fear has suddenly come over you that is threatening your future in the martial arts. You know you have to take a belt test (also called promotion test or grading) to get the next belt and you want to be successful, but suddenly your previous fear of public speaking seems insignificant compared to the prospect of demonstrating your karate prowess in front of your instructor and fellow club members. Can you do it? Will you pass?
  • The Karate Belt Rainbow: What Do The Different Colors Really Mean? - You have probably already realized that martial artists use different colored belts to designate rank. Has it always been this way? Is there a specific order to the belt colors? What about all of these stripes that you keep seeing? What do the different colors really mean? Stand by for the answers to all your questions about colored belts. Different colored belts used to designate rank are a relatively modern innovation created by Master Jigoro Kano, the founder of Judo back in the early 1900s.
  • Your Journey To A Black Belt In Karate: Top 10 Training Tips For Reaching Your Goal - The primary goal of any beginner or intermediate student of karate is usually to attain the coveted black belt. The black belt represents technical excellence, high ethical standards and the ability of a student to endure a strict and rigorous training regimen. To those “in the know,” people with black belts are seen as being more than just average practitioners. They are rightfully seen as being highly disciplined and skillful proponents of the art.
  • 6 Common Doubts That Most Beginners Of The Martial Arts Experience - The martial arts offer a very valuable journey of self-discovery. There are different stages within this journey all the way from beginner to black belt and beyond. At each stage there are different challenges and obstacles. This article will look at the common doubts that most beginners of the martial arts experience on their journey. 1.Is this really for me? This is a big question at the beginner stage and also at the intermediate stage. In fact this question will need to be answered on numerous different occasions all the way up to black belt, and maybe even then too!
  • Why Do We Have To Bow So Much? - In many karate schools around the world the traditional practice of bowing is being continued regardless of the country of origin and of whether the bow matches that country’s particular culture. The very act of stepping into a karate dojo or a Taekwondo dojang often means that you have entered into a mini-cultural experience that you never expected. Some people find these practices quaint and educational, others find them downright offensive.
  • The Qualifications Of A Six Sigma Job - The methodology presented by Six Sigma techniques has certainly captured the attention of so many people in the professional realm. This is because there are many benefits any company can enjoy once these Six Sigma techniques are implemented in their system. All of these and more can be attributed to the growing need for Six Sigma professionals in just about any industry today. In fact, both private and public organizations offer a lot of Six Sigma job opportunities for those who are interested in delving into the field.
  • The Number One Reason You Should Stick With Your Karate Training - There are many reasons that people first get started in the martial arts. Usually the reasons are for self-defense, health and fitness, discipline, confidence, self-control and spiritual growth among others. Most of us have heard about these benefits of the martial arts, yet despite knowing the potential rewards of karate, it is not always clear why we should stay on the path for the long term.
  • The Real Secret To Developing An Effective Personal Training Plan For Karate - If you are a member of any serious martial arts school with a reputable instructor then you will have no doubt heard in class the words “Be sure to practice at home. Martial arts training goes beyond the dojo.” Often, this advbioce is given without any suggestions or tips on how to actually do this. How do you practice at home? How do you develop an effective training plan? How often should you practice? If you have been practicing martial arts for one year or more then you have probably made it to the intermediate ranks of your style. You are probably going to class twice a week and ideally you are also practicing at home.

  • Mandatory Seat Belt Laws Save Lives - Absolutely! - Despite statistics to support the seat belt case, there is still plenty of controversy surrounding the claim that mandatory seat belt laws save lives. Many of us have been around long enough to remember when seat belts were not even installed in vehicles. In the rare event that seat belts were installed, they were often regarded as a nuisance and pushed aside.
  • How To Chunk Your Karate Instruction Curriculum So You Don’t Overwhelm Students - In order to ensure the success of your students in their quest for the Black Belt it is important to give them everything that they need one piece at a time. If you have been teaching for any length of time you have probably figured out that all of the required material in your martial art can often be overwhelming to the best of students. Therefore, it is critical to deliver your curriculum in bite-sized content chunks. How do you do this? This article will give you the basics – one-step at a time!
  • Defensive Driving Tips: Seat Belt Safety Facts - Defensive driving techniques are not restricted to technical driving skills and tactics. One of the simplest and most effective defensive driving techniques to protect yourself as a driver or a passenger is to ALWAYS wear a seat belt.
  • What Should I Look For In A Good Karate School Or Instructor? - With the increase in popularity of the martial arts more and more people are searching for a good karate school and a good instructor. There are many great schools and instructors out there and unfortunately there are as many not so good. How do you tell the difference? What should you look for in a good instructor since the instructor in most cases is the school?
  • Top Maintenance Tips For Your Treadmill Exercise Equipment - When you have spent a small fortune to purchase exactly the right treadmill for you, it is perfectly natural to want to take good care of it. Fortunately, newer pieces of exercise equipment such as the treadmill exercise equipment don't require a lot of maintenance because they are now designed that way. Even better, you won't need to spend more than a few minutes a month on the maintenance of your equipment to keep it looking brand new. Maintenance Tip #1: Wipe Off Perspiration At the end of each workout, you should wipe any sweat off the treadmill using a dry towel. Because of its corrosive properties, sweat can damage over time the belt on your treadmill exercise equipment. In addition, sweat can make the belt slick and, consequently, unsafe for anyone planning to exercise on it after you.
  • Trend Setting Fleur De Lis Clothing - We all know that the Fleur de Lis is HOT right now.
  • How Karate Instructors Can Motivate Students In Three Easy Steps - If you’ve been a karate instructor for any length of time you will no doubt know that your success in retaining your students comes down to one key factor – keeping your students highly motivated to continue training. How do you do this while still maintaining your focus on delivering a high quality program? The majority of karate clubs have a wide range of students usually starting at around age 4 and going all the way up to 74 or older.
  • Is Your Cup Empty Or Full? Why Bruce Lee Emptied His Cup On A Regular Basis - One of the core tenets of the martial arts is humility, but unfortunately some practitioners don’t seem to embrace these values and instead insist on being aggressive, arrogant and boastful. If you know someone like this you might want to show them this short story about a wise Zen Master that is told in ‘The Warrior Within’ by John Little. (Or, you can just send them this article)........
  • Choosing Car Seats And Boosters - Car seats and boosters have become compulsory items to have in the car for a child due to recent regulations. This article outlines the difference between the types of seats and why they are so important.
  • Dressing For Success: Do You Have These Essential Pieces? Vera Wang Says You Should - Recently, famous and fabulous fashion designer, Vera Wang, made an appearance on the Oprah Winfrey show. Now that in itself is nothing new since Oprah often features designers on her show. What was so exciting about this appearance is that Vera Wang is now designing clothes for real women with real budgets. That’s right, you no longer have to be either rich or famous to afford a Vera Wang outfit. The line is called “Simply Vera Wang” and is exclusively available a Kohls department store. Oprah’s studio became a temporary fashion runway as real-life mothers and daughters teamed up to model the latest Vera Wang ready-to-wear pieces. I must say that I was impressed with the quality and fit of the clothes. The middle-aged moms looked as chic as their daughters.
  • Why Are Basics So Important In Karate? - “Do I have to practice this again? I know how to do it already. Why can I not learn the next punch and the next form? Do I still have to do the things that WHITE BELTS do?!?” Have you ever felt agitated with your instructor for having you drill basics when you already “know” them? You are not alone. “Basics again?” is a common question asked by karate students.
  • Weight Belts For Bodybuilding: Should You Wear Them? - Bodybuilding is an incredible exercise program that does more for the body than just build up muscle and physique.
  • What Not to Do With a Security Belt - If you happen to work in law enforcement or other types of protective services, you will find that sometimes you need a good, old fashioned security belt.
  • How Does A Detox Foot Bath And Far Infrared Waist Belt Work Together? - Since the foot bath has started becoming common in many residences as a way to promote a more healthy body, research will continue to find ways to fine tune the process.
  • The Importance Of Having A Beginner’s Mind As A Karate Instructor - As karate instructor or high-level practitioners of the martial arts, it is often useful to remember where we came from and how we got to where we are. Our journeys were not always easy and our students deserve to know about our own mistakes and experiences to illustrate that we too are human and went through many of the same struggles that they are faced with in their practices. Here is one such story from my own development as a martial artist.
  • Learn How To Defend Your Dreams! - Have you ever been convinced to walk away from your dreams by people who manage to throw enough self doubt at you to win that war of attrition?
  • Colorful Black Labradors - Out of all of the different types and colors of Labradors, the black Labrador is one of the most popular. Black Labradors are usually solid black in color. They are sleek and graceful looking animals. They are a large breed of dog and must be taken seriously because they can harm small children or frail individuals because they have so much enthusiasm for life and they want to play with everyone. However, black Labradors are very smart and they learn quickly.
  • An Introduction To Black And White Photography - You know, there is something that is definitely more artistic about black and white photography. I know I am getting a little away from the overall concept of digital photography. But as a photographer, you will no doubt run into the phenomenon that is black and white photography. I can remember vividly a photography named Michael Zagaris who is the team photographer of the San Francisco 49ers. He said that he was just captivated by the use of black and white photography. The way the light and the shading are so much more evident.
  • Become a Dream Warrior! - Have you ever been convinced to walk away from your dreams by people who manage to throw enough self doubt at you to win that war of attrition? The constant day in and day out negativity that pushes you to give up your dreams and conform to something you’re not? “What are you nuts? You can’t do that!” “Oh there’s another hair brained scheme!” “Get Real! Go get a real job!” “Who do you think you are? You aren’t something special, stick to the things you can handle.” “What are you stupid or something? Why do you think you can do that?” “How on earth are you going to accomplish that?” Lambasting you with negativity, giving you the message “
  • Lesson Planning For Karate Instructors: Four Main Components Of An Effective Lesson Plan - As a karate instructor, you no doubt understand the importance of lesson planning. Developing an effective lesson plan is of vital importance, especially for new instructors. However, even for a highly experienced instructor it does not hurt to revisit some basic lesson planning principles. There are several main components that are critical to the overall lesson content of karate at all levels. These components are: · Element, which includes basic training, forms, and partner work; · Type, which includes quality, quantity, fun, and serious; · Level, which is beginner, intermediate, and advanced;
  • Child Restrains and Booster Seats and Safety - A child who has recently outgrown their child restraint seat should not go straight to a regular seat and seatbelt. Seatbelts are not designed for an child who weighs 80 pounds and will not provide the type of protection that a child needs to stay restrained. A booster seat that meets federal safety standards is necessary to help the child make the transition from a child's car seat to the regular car seat. Unfortunately, most of the 20 million children in the U.S. who should be in a booster seat in the car are not.
  • Kihon, Kata And Kumite: The Three KS Of Karate - The educational system often talks about the ‘Three Rs’ of Reading Writing and Arithmetic. To a casual observer, one might say that the education system was flawed from the very beginning by the fact that it can’t spell! In Karate, however, we can spell, and the three Ks really are three Ks – Kihon, Kata and Kumite. Let’s look at each one and explain what it is. Kihon means Basics. Basics are the fundamentals of our art or style. In Karate, basics are our punches, our kicks, our blocks, our strikes and our stances.
  • Uncover your Self-esteem Power! - Have you ever been convinced to walk away from your dreams by people who manage to throw enough self doubt at you to win that war of attrition? The constant day in and day out negativity that pushes you to give up your dreams and conform to something you're not? "What are you nuts? You can't do that!" "Oh there's another hair brained scheme!" "Get Real! Go get a real job!" "Who do you think you are? You aren't something special, stick to the things you can handle." "What are you stupid or something? Why do you think you can do that?
  • Seat Belt Use and Traumatic Brain Injury - Because traumatic brain injuries cannot be cured in the traditional sense, preventive measures are the best weapons against them. And because the number-one cause of traumatic brain injuries among Americans who are less than 75 years old is auto accidents, one of the best ways to prevent a traumatic brain injury is to always use a seat belt. Seat belts have consistently been shown to dramatically reduce deaths and injuries in auto accidents.
  • How Do I Make The Most Out Of Each And Every Training Session? - If you’re reading this article then you have probably already begun your study of the martial arts and in all likelihood have progressed through the first few belts. You now understand what karate is about and you are fully familiar with your weekly training schedule. The question that you may still have though is “How do I make the most out of each and every training session?” The following are some suggestions to help you answer this question. There are several things that you can do to maximize your overall training experience, all of them are easy to implement, and will help you take your karate to the next level. I have presented these tips in a simple cheat sheet that you can post on your bulletin board and look at before each training session. So here they are: 1.
  • Preventable Deaths Caused by Defective Seat Belts - Of the 15,000 lives saved due to proper use of seat belts during automobile accidents, nearly 10,000 more deaths are caused because of defective seat belts, which is considered a highly preventable form of death. In addition to the importance of saving lives, seat belts also save the economy billions of dollars. Every year, seat belts save society approximately $50 billion in medical care, lost productivity and other injury-related costs nationwide. But seat belt failure has tremendous costs.
  • The Most Common Reasons Why People Quit Karate - "Hey. Wait a minute! I only just started Karate and now you’re talking to me about quitting already. What do you think I am – an undisciplined, unmotivated loser or what?
  • Fashion Trends 2008 – 7 Fresh Spring Styles And How To Wear Them - Are you looking for ways to add color and style to your spring wardrobe? This season has lots of pretty things to mix and match with your wardrobe, from flowers to crisp clean styles. You love the beautiful flower colors, and the bold fun prints. Here are 7 spring styles and how to wear them. 1. Abstract prints: Graphic patterns are amongst the hottest trends right now. With graphic prints, keep your accessories simple and classic. Find a bag in a neutral shade, and keep your jewelry simple. 2. Flowers are big this spring, from grown-up floral dresses, blouses and skirts, to accessories such as brooches and hair accessories. Don’t go overboard, especially for the office. Choose one new grown-up floral, and pair it with your neutral separates. 3.
  • Karate Lesson 1: Developing Discipline And Self-Control - My most influential teachers always said the most important karate lesson was whatever fostered greater discipline and self control. They wisely pointed out, that with this foundation in place, everything else follows in natural order. I'm glad that people have started to ask about discipline and self control in karate, because it is not inherently obvious how the practice of punches and kicks can lead to improvement in these areas. In fact it almost seems like a paradox that the practice of martial arts could possibly develop calm, assured and highly disciplined individuals. Are we all falling for the hype that is touted in the popular martial arts magazines or is there really some truth to the claims of improved discipline and increased self-control?
  • Personal Observations On Karate After 25 Years Of Training - If you have been studying karate for any length of time now, you have probably come to realize many important insights from your training. From my own study of karate, I have come to notice many interesting lessons. I would like to share some of these insights with you in this article. 1. The most talented students don’t always make the best instructors, nor do they even become black belts in many cases, whereas the averagely skilled but highly committed practitioner often makes it to the higher levels. 2. It is a mistake to judge yourself based on the performance and skill of others.
  • What To Wear For A Job Interview - You have an upcoming job interview, for you may have just recently graduated or is thinking about making a career change. The interview is your one shot at creating a good and lasting impression in order to get the job or position. It is important for any interviewee to dress to impress and so a job interview calls for a serious business suit. Interviewers can create a first impression about you in a matter of seconds based on how you are dressed. You need to dress the part to show them that you are dead serious.
  • Is That Karate School You Are Thinking Of Joining A Mc Dojo? 4 Warning Signs That It Is! - The term Mc Dojo has come to be quite popular nowadays in the various martial arts business and trade journals and is a derogatory term used to describe certain types of martial arts schools. What are these types of schools and why is this term relevant to you as someone looking to get started in the martial arts?
  • Natural Cleaning Products You Should Never Use For Black Mold - There have been numerous times where as a black mold specialist, people tell me I used bleach to clean this black mold and it now comes back. So many of us seem to never be able to get rid of soap scum and black mold. A word of caution: Bleach is not the answer for cleaning black mold. While some misinterpret natural cleaning products and use bleach, they are simply in for some trouble. The truth is bleach will remove the black mold. Although, it will only remove this mold temporarily because of the DNA of the black mold is not been destroyed and that is just the beginning.. Besides cleaning the black mold you really must focus on preventing the mold from coming back.
  • Will My Martial Art Get Me To The UFC? - The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has experienced a meteoric rise in popularity and ratings over the past couple of years. Love it or hate it, it looks like the UFC is here to stay. Consequently many men in the 18 – 34 demographic are becoming more interested in the martial arts.
  • To Compete Or Not To Compete, Some Important Questions To Ask! - A significant number of people get into karate to be able to participate in tournaments. Are you one of these people? Or did you start karate and then discover that you’re actually pretty good and you want to test your skills against different opponents? Either way this article looks at some simple ways to see if you’re ready for tournament participation. Here are the questions you should ask yourself and your instructor: Do you have any idea what a tournament is and how it is run?
  • Five Common Mistakes That New Karate Instructors Make - Becoming an instructor in a martial arts school is often a really exciting time because in many ways you feel like you have made it. In order to teach others you must have already mastered the basic content and now is your chance to “give back” your knowledge and continue the progression of your style. This is a great honor but it is not without its pitfalls. As any experienced instructor knows, teaching martial arts, and practicing martial arts, are in many ways two completely different skills.
  • Why Is Police Gear So Important? - Police gear is fundamental to daily police life. Without this equipment, our streets would be a more dangerous place. The gear that can be found in many outlets can be of a high quality and includes belt equipment such as pouches, holders and belts as well as police apparel including trousers, shirts, base layers, outer layers and boots. There are many other necessary pieces of kit such as ASP batons, police torches and handcuffs and keys.
  • The Importance Of Effective Discipline In A Martial Arts Class - One of the main reasons parents enroll their children in martial arts is discipline. You have seen it before. A parent enrolls their child in your class expecting you to suddenly and indefinitely whip them into shape so that they never answer back or behave badly. The problem is that their child has a limited attention span and uncontrollable energy. One of their favorite activities is to fall down on the floor or to hang on your leg. Your job is to make them a disciplined ninja warrior with perfect focus. This type of child can make or break you. They can destroy your very best lesson plan in an instant if you do not pay attention to discipline. Is it possible to meet his parents’ expectations? Yes it is, and let me tell you how!
  • The Different Types Of Greek Helmets - Ancient Greek war helmets are some of the most recognizable in the historic war machines. The term “Greek helmets” is quite broad. There is really no one helmet that signifies the Greek culture. Trojan helmets, Spartan helmets, and Corinthian helmets are all under the heading of Greek helmets. In the following paragraphs, you will learn a little bit about each. Some of the most popular helmets for collectors and reenactments are the Trojan war helmet. There are several different designs that are sold in stores, but they are very similar. The biggest difference between them is the color of the helmet and plume itself. For example, you’ll find Trojan helmets in silver, black, brass, and bronze.
  • The Top 3 Tips To Get Your Child To Practice Karate At Home - So your child is enrolled in the martial arts, congratulations on taking a positive step for their overall growth and development. However you’ve noticed that karate practice is not as easy as it looks and you want to get your child to practice at home as well as in class. How do you do this without burning both you and your child out?
  • Hurricane Preparedness - Is Your Family Ready For The 2008 Hurricane Season? - Hurricanes in the past 10 years have wreaked havoc on the Americas. Disasters like hurricane Katrina, hurricane Ivan, hurricane Andrew, hurricane Dean, hurricane Charley and hurricane Rita have left a sense of desperation amongst us. Besides boarding up our windows, stocking up on canned food goods and making sure the generator works what else can we do? Typically the next step would be to stay on top of the hurricane alerts. When a impeding hurricane threatens traditional knowledge is to be ready to evacuate quickly. If your family is prepared well enough, it may be possible to beat most of the traffic out of the affected area. The downsides to that strategy are numerous. First off, many of the hurricane center threatening the Americas are of considerable size.

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