Although only popularized in the last century in Western cultures, not only have martial arts have been around since the time of Buddha, but, even further back in time.

Mar 22, 2010 - Janis Masyk-Jackson

Nowadays, large corporations include stress busting techniques derived from ancient systems as part of everyday stress management practice.

Feb 15, 2010 - Alister Gillies

More and more people with disabilities are practicing martial arts for self-defense, exercise, fun and competition.

Dec 31, 2010 - Megan Abrams

Martial arts from Germany, England, Italy, France and other European countries is alive and practiced today. It focuses on swordsmanship, self defense, and other weapons.

Jan 23, 2008 - Johanus Haidner

As Ultimate Fighting Championship and mixed martial arts have gained popularity in the U.S., so have Japanese and Korean martial arts.

Mar 11, 2011 - Lance Fuller

In Edwardian England gentlemen practiced the revolutionary new manly martial arts form by EW Barton-Wright known as Bartitsu to protect them from hooliganism.

Dec 22, 2009 - Christopher Eger

Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) is arguably the world's fastest growing combat sport. Discover the roots of MMA and its place in the Ultimate Fighting Championship.

Jul 7, 2008 - Rebecca Turner

Vancouver city council votes for mixed martial arts (MMA) fights, opening the door to events like the Ultimate Fighting Championship and Maximum Fighting Championship.

Jan 5, 2010 - Jeff Chan

Muay Thai, or Kick Boxing, is seen the length and breadth of Thailand and is nearly as popular as football. Read on to find out why it's called The Science of Eight Limbs

Aug 27, 2007 - Mari Nicholson

Looking to train in a martial art? Not sure if a teacher is worth his or her stuff? Here are some ideas to help discern the talented from the plain.

May 3, 2009 - Stuart Cooke

An explanation of what judo is and how it is different from other martial arts.

Jul 13, 2011 - Mike Cottrill

Since its beginnings in Korea, taekwondo has gained popularity around the world. This dynamic martial art focuses on powerful, fast kicks.

Apr 30, 2010 - Cheryl Metzger

Martial Arts, Combat Sports and Self-Protection are often perceived as the same, with the belief that proficiency at one equates to proficiency of all three

May 30, 2010 - David HIll

MMA fighters must be highly conditioned, tough minded, and willing to endure a lot of pain as they go through challenging mixed martial arts workouts.

Jan 30, 2011 - Gerald Greene

Aerobics will give you a toned body and an efficient cardio-vascular system, but women who do martial arts training get so much more!

Jan 8, 2011 - Judith Schutz

Yoga is a practice that improves strength, flexibility and mental focus. Because of that, yoga is a perfect complement to any martial art.

Dec 18, 2010 - Stuart Cooke

Christian martial arts are becoming more popular. Learn how Christian principles and the teachings of the martial arts can effectively blend together.

Aug 4, 2010 - Kevin Putala