It’s become increasingly difficult to legally arm yourself for the purpose of self-defense. Laws vary greatly from state to state, and...

When it comes to tales of perseverance, grit, and triumph, few stories rival that of Tatiana Suarez. The longtime UFC strawweight...

In a sport dominated by big names and larger-than-life promotions, BRAVE Combat Federation  has carved out a unique identity as a global...

What other Norris was an acclaimed martial artist? The great Aaron Norris graced the May 1989 cover of Black Belt Magazine  — a star in...

18-year-old sensation Johan Ghazali has a stern test ahead of him at ONE 170: Tawanchai vs. Superbon II on Friday, January 24. The ONE...

Words matter. But do they matter as much as action in the karate dojo? Not really. You can talk a great game, wax philosophically for an...

Muhammad Mokaev (13-0-0, 1NC) is back, and his return in to BRAVE Combat Federation promises to shake the very foundations of the...

On January 24, Tawanchai PK Saenchai returns to headline ONE 170 another exciting ONE Championship event. The ONE Featherweight Muay Thai...

The UFC lightweight division has never looked more electrifying – or uncertain. At the top of the heap sits Islam Makhachev , a seemingly...

Charles Oliveira, the former UFC Lightweight Champion and one of the most electrifying fighters in MMA history, is laser-focused on...

When it comes to electrifying matchups in the UFC, Alex Pereira's upcoming clash at UFC 313 with Magomed Ankalaev promises to be nothing...

Let's face it: As martial artists, we embrace activities that ask a lot from our bodies. Chances are, you know someone who’s asked a little too much from his or her hips and, consequently, is suffering hip pain. Maybe you know someone who’s already undergone surgery to deal with the problem. It’s for martial artists like you that Black Belt  assigned me this article. It explores the hip health stories of some prominent practitioners and explores the options for preserving and

ONE 170 on Friday, January 24, will be the triumphant return of Marcelo Garcia to active competition against Masakazu Imanari. It is a...

Nico Carrillo, aptly nicknamed "The King of the North," is poised to cement his legacy as one of the greatest in Muay Thai. On Friday,...

In today’s fast-paced world, martial arts have become more than just a means of self-defense—they’re a lifestyle. Whether you’re looking...

In addition to forgetting, one of the problems with aging—oddly enough—is remembering. "I remember when you could get a cup of coffee for 10 cents." "I remember when gas was 25 cents a gallon." After hearing me make a few statements like that, a young student asked, "What about Judo? What was it like back in the day?" This is the way I happened to experience the history of judo.

Who were the dominant female fighters of the '80s? Today, we’re spotlighting Karate Illustrated’s July 1984 cover, featuring one of the...

Columbus Becomes the Epicenter of USA Kickboxing From February 28 to March 2, 2025, all eyes will be on Columbus, Ohio, as WAKO USA...

UFC 311 lit up the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles, California, on Saturday, January 18, 2025. The event, headlined by two electrifying...

Thoughts on Being an Effective Sensei  To be an effective teacher, one must first adopt the mindset of a student. A teacher should...

Chris Weidman, one of the most celebrated figures in mixed martial arts (MMA), has announced his retirement, leaving behind a legacy that...

ONE Championship delivered a masterclass in martial arts with ONE Friday Fights 94 on January 17, setting the tone for 2024 with...

Get ready for a night of unmissable MMA action as Cage Warriors, kicks off its 2025 world tour in style with Cage Warriors 183 in Rome,...

Arman Tsarukyan is unable to compete against Islam Makhachev due to an injury. Renato Moicano will step in for Tsarukyan in the main...