The martial arts, like any art, provide a multitude of uses. One use of these arts remains effective self protection. If one learns the martial arts, then one has a higher chance of surviving an encounter. But more importantly the person may be able to avoid the encounter in the first place. Physical fitness represents another reaason for training in the martial arts. Individuals can get a good physical workout from training. Some students have been known to sweat profusely from intense training, the same way that someone works up a sweat lifting weights or running. The stress reduction provided my some martial arts give the practitioner a mental boost. They also allow the practitioner to better handle life's little challenges.
Before selecting a particular martial art, One must ask "what benefits do I want."
Then select the art accordingly. For those of you who already train in these arts, continue on your path. You never know what you may learn each workout.
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Once one decides what they want to accomplish; then picking a "style" becomes easier. A collection of techniques, tactics, strategies, and ettiquite encompasses the term "style." Some styles involve taking an opponent to ground while other styles involve more upright fighting. Find out what stylistic concerns fit the goals and train.
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