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9 Keys to Delivering a Knockout Punch in Self-Defense
When you’ve studied the martial arts for half a century; you’ve served as a soldier, a street cop, a SWAT officer, a counterterrorist...
Jim Wagner
Dec 31, 2023


Jet Li's Reel-to-Real Kung Fu Hero Roles, Part 2
After doing the third Shaolin Temple film, Jet Li thought about quitting movies, yet a project came along that inspired him to continue,...
Dr. Craig D. Reid
Dec 31, 2023


7 Biggest Action Movies Coming 2024! (Trailers)
There are a lot of action flicks coming in 2024. It took a village to narrow it down, but it looks like we have found the 7 biggest...
Bo Maxwell
Dec 31, 2023


The Ultimate Solo Martial Arts Training Routine
The COVID-19 pandemic saw people around the world searching for advice on how to practice martial arts in the comfort of their own home,...
Andrew Bryan
Dec 30, 2023


The Last Result of Proactive Self-Defense, Part 2
by Lito Angeles Photo by Rick Hustead Let’s begin with a quick review of the scenario I described in the June/July 2022 issue: You’re...
Black Belt Team
Dec 30, 2023


Being Influenced by Bruce Lee and Jackie Chan: Film Director David Leitch, Part 1 of 2.
Over the past decade, regardless of all the technological breakthroughs in modern medicine, the leech has been reborn as a lifesaver for...
Dr. Craig D. Reid
Dec 30, 2023


Deep Wisdom in Martial Arts
Separately, the characters have their own meanings, though. Kung means “achievement,” and fu means “husband.” Maybe this derived from the...
Antonio Graceffo
Dec 30, 2023


BKFC Debuts In Canada with the Prospect Series on Saturday, March 2, 2024 in Edmonton
Devin Gibson vs. Tyler Randall headlines at River Cree Resort and Casino Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC) make their highly...
Black Belt Team
Dec 29, 2023


2023 Knockouts of the Year from ONE Championship
ONE Championship delivered endless martial arts excitement in 2023. Its elite roster of striking talent also delivered a vast amount of...
Black Belt Team
Dec 29, 2023


10 Greatest Fight Scenes One vs. Many!
Counting down the 10 greatest fight scenes in a martial arts movie , the category ONE vs. MANY. In this list, we examine the greatest fight scenes with the twist where the hero fights more than one opponent. To make this top list we had two important criteria: Creativity and Skill.
George Chung
Dec 29, 2023


All We Know About Michelle Yeoh's Kick-Ass New Series: "The Brothers Sun" (Trailer)
Michelle Yeoh in 'The Brothers Sun'. Via Michael Desmond/NETFLIX "Blood runs in the family" Which is a perfect slogan for the fact that...
Black Belt Team
Dec 29, 2023


Full Video Interview: The "Warmaster" Josh Barnett on Early UFC, Catch Wrestling, and Heavy Metal
Best known to MMA fans as the “Warmaster,” Josh Barnett is the youngest UFC heavyweight champion in the history of the league. He is a celebrated veteran of mixed martial arts and has fought in such leagues as Pride Dream, Strikeforce and Bellator and has had a successful pro wrestling career in the New Japan Pro Wrestling and TNA Wrestling. Today he continues to challenge himself with his Bloodsport promotion as well as competing in submission grappling and BJJ. Once dubbed
Black Belt Team
Dec 28, 2023


Does Dutch Muay Thai Exist?
by Andrew Bryan It’s begun to die off now but in the hey day of K-1, there was plenty of discussion over which fighting style was better,...
Andrew Bryan
Dec 28, 2023


Cover Story Throwback: Jhoon Rhee
Jhoon Rhee is featured on the 1970 issue of Black Belt Magazine with his signature side kick. The feature showcased the future "Father of...
Black Belt Team
Dec 28, 2023


Quest for Gold: Anatoly Malykhin Eyes Historic Three-Division Title at ONE 166
Anatoly Malykhin is not done chasing history at ONE 166. On Thursday, ONE Championship announced the ONE Heavyweight and Light...
Black Belt Team
Dec 28, 2023


How to Improve Your Vertical Jump, Improve Your Martial Arts!
Few would think that working on their vertical-jump height could improve their martial arts, but it can. Although martial arts training...
Jason Kelly
Dec 27, 2023


How to Tie Your Jiu-Jitsu Belt in 5 Easy Steps
The first step in any difficult endeavor is usually the hardest. In jiu-jitsu, that step is literally the step you take when you walk...
Danny O'Donnell
Dec 27, 2023


What Is a Kiai?
Two Japanese characters make up the word: Ki means “energy,” and ai means “to unify.” The concept appears often in the traditional...
Dave Lowry
Dec 27, 2023


Remembering the Lady Wrestlers
Against all odds, those women managed to succeed in the male-dominated world of pro wrestling. They raised families while blazing a trail...
Gerry Chisolm
Dec 26, 2023


The Challenger: Kayla Hracho
Kayla Hracho is in a groove of late. After delivering mixed results over the course of her first three years as a professional fighter,...
Black Belt Team
Dec 26, 2023


5 Benefits of Martial Arts Training - Plus a Bonus!
We know that the benefits of martial arts training can be powerful and lifelong. After all, there’s got to be a reason we constantly...
Justin Lee Ford
Dec 26, 2023


Learn the Real Chuck Norris Facts
Like most netizens, we love Chuck Norris jokes. But Chuck Norris is more than just an action hero. As this classic interview with Sara...
Black Belt Team
Dec 26, 2023


Chuck Norris: How to Choose A Martial Arts School
In a recent letter, someone mentioned his interest in taking karate lessons. He wanted to know what questions he should ask a prospective...
Black Belt Team
Dec 25, 2023


Chuck Norris on Film: A Legend Reflects on his Films in an Exclusive Interview
In the 35 years he's been in show business, Chuck Norris has built a name for himself that's instantly recognized around the world. As...
Robert Young
Dec 25, 2023
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