As a woman and a grappler, it has come to my attention when shopping for grappling spats or vale tudo shorts (i.e. anything figure-hugging and lycra) that finding garments that don’t accentuate certain parts of […]
If you’re thinking of opening up your own martial arts gym, ensuring your training space is properly equipped is paramount, not only for the safety of your students but for optimal training and, ultimately, happy […]
It’s amazing how Tatami has grown over the last decade and they continue to innovate and bring new products to the line, including the latest in the series of BJJ gis, the Tatami Competitor Gi. […]
When you’re running, hiking, cycling or down to the gym, you sometimes need a pick-me-up to give you the energy boost to get you through it. One of the many energy bars on the […]
Blitz are known for producing a range of martial arts uniforms for karate, judo and taekwondo, but for a number of years they’ve also produced a range of BJJ gis, both through their own brand […]
In more recent times, I’ve found that training in bare feet can be a painful experience. Itchy soles of the feet, cracked soles and occasional athlete’s foot means that I cannot train in bare feet […]
Finding a rashguard that fits is sometimes a challenge for me, mainly due to my short stature (I’m 5’2″) which also comes with the fact I’ve got short arms. Men’s rashguards always seem to drown […]
Mel Corrigan’s Kali Group, often referred to in its abbreviated format as MCKG, have launched Erik Paulson’s Combat Submission BJJ at their gym in Wigan. Devised by Shooto champion, submission specialist and 5th degree black […]
Achieving your first Dan is a momentous occasion for anyone. You’ve worked hard for a number of years, took the bumps and the injuries, and slogged through to reach the coveted black belt where the […]
Breaking into the UK market, Danish company Heroic Sport sent me a pair of Pahlavandles to test out on the Shop4 Martial Arts blog. Perfect for strength and conditioning, either solo or in a class […]
Like most women, I love chocolate. So when I was strolling through my local shop and spotted Bounty Protein bars for sale, I couldn’t help but grab one as I dearly love the coconut-filled confectionery […]
The Century Arashi Freestanding Punch Bags have arrived at British fightstore, Made4Fighters. The chunky Century Arashi 770 Hybrid Bag is an impressive looking freestanding bag with grab handles on the top for you to be […]
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