2026년 08월 23일
How Martial Arts Training Affects Brain Health — Exercise and Cognitive Function
Everyone knows that “exercise is good for you,” but it’s less widely known that martial arts — with their memorized ... Read more
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2026년 08월 23일
Kendo vs. Katori Shinto-ryu — The Difference Between Modern Kendo and Classical Swordsmanship
When people hear “a martial art that uses a sword,” most think of Kendo. But beyond Kendo, classical sword traditions ... Read more
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2026년 08월 23일
Can You Practice Martial Arts With Bad Knees? — Training Methods That Reduce Joint Strain
“My knees aren’t what they used to be — can I still start a martial art?” This is a question ... Read more
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2026년 08월 23일
What to Prepare for Your Aikido Kyu Exam — A Grading Guide for Beginners
As you progress in Aikido, you’ll eventually face a milestone known as the kyu grading exam. If it’s your first ... Read more
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2026년 08월 23일
Breathing and Martial Arts — Tanden Breathing and the Ki of Aikido
Watch an Aikido class and your eyes are naturally drawn to the movement of the hands and feet, but experienced ... Read more
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2026년 08월 23일
A Guide to Basic Aikido Technique Names — From Irimi-nage to Shiho-nage
Take an Aikido class and you’ll be met with a flood of unfamiliar Japanese technique names like “irimi-nage” and “shiho-nage.” ... Read more
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2026년 08월 23일
5 Criteria for Choosing a Good Martial Arts Dojo
Search “Aikido dojo” online and plenty of results come up, but it can be overwhelming trying to decide which one ... Read more
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2026년 08월 23일
A Health Checklist Before Starting Martial Arts — Preparation for Seniors
If you’ve decided to start a martial art, there are a few simple things worth checking before your first class. ... Read more
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2026년 08월 23일
Why Is the Naginata Known as a Women’s Martial Art? — Myth and Real History
The naginata (薙刀) — a curved blade mounted on a long shaft — is often known as a “women’s weapon.” ... Read more
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2026년 08월 23일
Why Aikido Helps Relieve Stress
Many students know the feeling of coming back from a dojo session after work — the body clearly tired, yet ... Read more
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