Terry Doing Kata
Cousins Having Fun: Shafee & Murtaza
Monday, August 31, 2009
Monday, August 3, 2009
8 Power Foods to Protect Your Health
Here's some food for thought: certain menu options pack more nutritional punch than others and some have downright super powers when it comes to staving off cancer and other diseases. Help yourself to a few of my favorite health-boosting bites and learn why choosing these can help you live a longer, stronger, happier life.POWER FOOD: Cherries
They have more flavonoids, aka powerful antioxidants, than almost any other food analyzed by the USDA. Cherries, both sweet and tart, are particularly rich in anthocyanins, micronutrients that may jump-start the immune system and mop up disease-causing free radicals. What this means: They may have the ability to ward off cancer. Other research suggests they may also reduce inflammation associated with arthritis and gout.
POWER FOOD: Black tea
Black tea, the type in your basic bag, may offer similar protection from heart disease and some cancers as its highly-praised cousin; people with heart disease who drank it daily for a month saw a 50 percent improvement in the functioning of impaired blood vessels, a study from Boston University reports. And another study, from Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey, found that a compound in black tea triggers colorectal cancer cells to destroy themselves.
POWER FOOD: Celery
This traditional diet staple is a great source of potassium, a nutrient that helps reduce blood pressure and regulate the balance of fluids and minerals in the body. Most Americans get less than 50 percent of the suggested 4,700 milligrams a day. People usually use bananas as their go-to potassium source, but four medium stalks of celery deliver about the same amount of potassium as a 105-calorie banana for a mere 24 calories. The crunchy crudite also contains compounds called phthalides, which moderate blood pressure, too.
POWER FOOD: Mushrooms
They're low in calories and are a top plant source of B-complex vitamins, including riboflavin, which helps keep skin healthy and eyesight sharp. They also leave other produce in the dust when it comes to selenium, an antioxidant that may protect against some cancers. And according to a study from researchers at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, mushrooms contain betaglucan and chitin, two types of fiber that absorb fat and whisk it out of the blood, lowering your risk for heart disease. All mushrooms offer benefits, but the big winner is the meaty portobello. It's high in selenium and potassium.
POWER FOOD: Pomegranate juice
Presqueezed pomegranate juice offers almost all the health perks of the whole fruit without the hassle (seeds to dig out, red-stained fingers!). The beverage has more antioxidants than red wine, green tea, cranberry juice and orange juice and is loaded with polyphenols, a type of antioxidant that may protect against cancer and promote heart health. In one study in the journal Clinical Nutrition, people with carotid-artery disease, which can lead to stroke, reversed some artery damage by drinking a little less than 2 ounces daily.
POWER FOOD: Sunflower seeds
With 25 percent more vitamin E than almonds, sunflower seeds are the new go-to snack for reducing the risk for heart disease and stroke. Vitamin E may also fight inflammation, which can lead to joint pain and cartilage deterioration. Only 4 tablespoons of dried seeds provide 12 milligrams of vitamin E--that's 80 percent of your daily needs. They're also full of fiber, healthy fats, protein and iron. Make sure to choose the unsalted type--the salted version may taste great, but they're higher in sodium.
Friday, July 31, 2009
Producers Promise a Dark Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Movie
From their beginnings as a comic, through the years of video games and cartoons, various iterations of movies, and the amazing toy lines that have been produced, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles have always had a soft spot in many people's hearts.
Producers Scott Mednick and Galen Walker explained that this will be somewhat of a Turtles origin story (which has been reported before). They were bothadamant about getting back to what the first Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles in '90 did. "The interesting thing about TMNT was the combination of action and humor, and Steve Barron (director from the first Turtles movie) added one thing, heart. We want and need to go back to that. Let's make sure we don't dishonor what has been before, and let's create something new," added Mednick.
With these ideas in mind, the fans still wanted to know one thing - will TMNT follow the same path that other darker superhero movies have been going in the last few years. "Our point of view is this: go back and look at the original Turtles comics. They are very dark. The audience is much more sophisticated than they were in 1990. This is 2009. Take the new Harry Potter for example. It is rated PG and it's still a very dark film. We are headed that direction," Galen said.
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
Thursday, July 23, 2009
Ninja Assassin Trailer - ComingSoon
Ninja Assassin is an upcoming martial arts film directed by James McTeigue and starring Rain. The film is produced by Joel Silver and the Wachowski brothers, and filming took place in Berlin, Germany. The film is scheduled to be released on November 25, 2009.
Raizo (Rain) is one of the world's deadliest assassins, having been kidnapped as a child and raised by the Ozunu Clan, believed by the world to be a myth. When Raizo's friend is executed by the clan, Raizo flees into hiding. He later reemerges, seeking revenge. Meanwhile, Mika Coretti (Naomie Harris) is a Europol agent who investigates money linked to political murders and finds that it is linked to the Ozunu Clan. She defies her superior, Ryan Maslow (Ben Miles), and retrieves secret agency files to find out more. The clan, finding out about the investigation, attempts to assassinate her, but she is rescued by Raizo. Hiding in Europe, Raizo and Mika must find a way to take down the Ozunu Clan.
*The lead role in this film was oringally offered to Jet Li, but was turned down.
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
Bruce Lee's siblings authorize Chinese biopics
HONG KONG - Bruce Lee's older sister and younger brother have authorized a Chinese company to make a series of biographical films about the late kung fu icon, saying they want to produce a historically accurate account of their brother's life. Phoebe Lee and Robert Lee appeared at a signing ceremony with J.A. Media in Beijing on Monday, 36 years to the day after Bruce Lee died in Hong Kong at age 32 from swelling of the brain. Lee became a source of Chinese pride by portraying characters who defended the Chinese and the working class from oppressors in films like "Return of the Dragon." It wasn't immediately clear who will play Lee in the film series. Producer Manfred Wong said the company plans at least three installments, with the first to tackle Lee's teenage years, adding he wanted to focus more on the late actor's personality. "There will be kung fu ... But more importantly, we want to portray the real Bruce Lee. What is the real Bruce Lee like? He was very humorous. He was very obedient to his parents. He was very kind to his family," Wong said.
Jackie Chan praises kung fu of Will Smith's son
Well in case you had no idea...yes there is a remake of the classic movie "The Karate Kid", however it is to be renamed "Kung Fu Kid"... Right now there aren't much details but apparently Will Smith's son (Jaden Smith) will be playing Ralph Macchio's main character and Jackie Chan as the iconic Mr. Miyagi. Expected a release around summer 2010.
HONG KONG - Jackie Chan says "Kung Fu Kid" co-star Jaden Smith's dedication to martial arts puts his own son to shame. The 11-year-old son of Hollywood stars Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith has been training under Chan's stunt co-ordinator for his role in the China Film Group-Columbia Pictures remake of the 1984 hit "The Karate Kid," which kicked off filming in Beijing on July 11. In a diary entry on his official Web site, Chan said he was deeply impressed by the younger Smith's progress when he visited Los Angeles last month. The veteran Hong Kong action star said Jaden Smith learned the Chinese phrases for different kung fu moves, responded to orders in Mandarin, and treated his teacher, Wu Gang, according to traditional Chinese custom. "When he was thirsty, he gave the traditional hand gesture, putting one fist into the palm of the other, bowed and asked permission to drink some water," Chan said. Chan said Smith even learned the drunken fighter routine he made famous in his 1978 film "Drunken Master."
Friday, July 17, 2009
Sunday, July 12, 2009
Wednesday, July 8, 2009
8 Perfect Fitness Foods
The right fitness foods help burn fat, build muscle, and even boost your cardiovascular health. Ready to eat your way to better results? These 8 great foods and drinks are guaranteed to make any type of exercise you do more effective—long after you’ve broken a sweat-Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Video
Not exactly what the Martial Arts is about at all, however still an interesting video that caught my attention briefly and thought i would share.....A man dressed as Ryu (a popular character from the Street Fighter video game franchise) attempts (and succeeds) in totallaly destroying a car with his bare hands.
Friday, June 5, 2009
A proper training program...
The Martial Arts are perhaps one of the best forms of exercise for a fitness program. If done correctly a typical workout incorporates every muscle group in your body. But the most important reason the Martial Arts is one of the best forms of exercise is because it is FUN!! Enjoying your exercise routine helps you stick with it and attain your personal goals. Additionally practicing the Martial Arts increases and improves your self-confidence, also you feel better physically and mentally. Regardless of your age a Martial Arts will benefit your overall fitness. A complete Martial Arts training program includes:
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Cardiovascular Training
-with sparring, and repetitive drills;
Resistance and Strength Training
-with weights, dynamic tension, and partner drills
Flexibility Training
-with breathing and stretching practices.
Balance/Stability Training
-with all elements
Cardiovascular Training
-with sparring, and repetitive drills;
Resistance and Strength Training
-with weights, dynamic tension, and partner drills
Flexibility Training
-with breathing and stretching practices.
Balance/Stability Training
-with all elements
...All of these factors coupled with a balanced diet provides a well rounded fitness program.
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Most drills and exercises in Martial Arts training are a great source of Short and Hard Cardio workouts. Short and Hard Cardio workouts offer the largest increase in metabolism, increased Cardio health and respiratory output (the ability to not get winded!). When looking at your Martial Arts program you do need to make sure that it includes at least one set of 10-30 minutes of sustained activity to achieve the benefits of a short and hard Cardio workout. Sparring, kick drills, combination drills and bag work are all great Short and Hard Cardio activities to look for in your program.
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You are now well on your way to getting into shape, all you have to do now is start training! Like everything in life things go better if you plan ahead and take it slow. A serious fitness program requires you to workout at least 3-5 days a week, but never more then 6 days a week. If you are just starting out or haven’t workout in a while ease into your workout to avoid discouraging yourself and injury. Here is a suggested workout schedule* to guide your progress towards a complete Martial Arts fitness program:
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Beginning Warm-up and Stretching (Cardio/Dynamic tension/flexibility/balance)
Repetitive Form or Fighting Drills (Dynamic tension/Cardio)
Partner and Bag Work (Strength/Cardio/Balance)
Sparring (Serious Cardio)
Cool-down and stretching exercises (flexibility)
Repetitive Form or Fighting Drills (Dynamic tension/Cardio)
Partner and Bag Work (Strength/Cardio/Balance)
Sparring (Serious Cardio)
Cool-down and stretching exercises (flexibility)
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Starting Month 1-3:- Martial Arts class 1-2 days a week: [1 hour]
Additional Strength Training (warm-up exercises) 1-2 days a week: [10 min - 20 min]
Additional Cardio Training (bag work, jump rope, etc.) 1 day a week: [10 min – 20 min]
[Total Weekly Time Commitment: 1 hr 20 min to 3 hrs]
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Starting Month 4-5:- Martial Arts class 1-3 days a week: [1-2 hours]
Starting Month 4-5:- Martial Arts class 1-3 days a week: [1-2 hours]
Additional Strength Training (warm-up exercises) 1-2 days a week: [20 min - 45 min]
Additional Cardio Training (bag work, jump rope, etc.) 1 day a week: [20 min – 30 min]
[Total Weekly Time Commitment: 1 hr 40 min to 8 hrs]
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Starting between Months 6+:- Martial Arts class 2-3 days a week: [1-3 hours]
Starting between Months 6+:- Martial Arts class 2-3 days a week: [1-3 hours]
Additional Strength Training (warm-up exercises) 1-2 days a week: [30 min - 1 hour]
Additional Cardio Training (bag work, jump rope, etc.) 1 day a week: [30 min - 1 hour]
[Total Weekly Time Commitment: 3 hr to 12 hrs]
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Even just working out 2 days a week will greatly improve your fitness level. The best part about all of this, ITS FUN!
Thursday, June 4, 2009
Deadliest Warrior - Spartan vs Ninja
Deadliest Warrior is a television program on Spike (Tuesdays @ 10PM) in which historical warriors are put against each other to see who can outlast the other. Each episode showcases two warriors in a hypothetical battle to the death. Each warrior is given weapons from the particular group they are associated with. Modern fighters and experts on said weapons present the strengths, and weaknesses of each arsenal, including real tests of the weapons. The data collected is then fed into a computer simulation to determine the average winner of one thousand battles. After the winner is determined, a mock battle takes place to showcase how each weapon is used in a real battle situation, and to determine which combatant is the "deadliest warrior".
(Footnote): According to this show the Spartan would win, however I believe realistically if this fight were to ever occur the Ninja would defeat the Spartan. Firstly a Spartan would have most likely not have been able to recognize a ninja as one. In reality, a ninja would never be so overt and self-evident as to his intention if he saw a fight coming in broad daylight. The ninja way would be to seduce him with a kunoichi and dispatch him in his sleep or otherwise make an example out of him, or assasinate the enemy's leader to cause chaos and distract from the idea of a need for conflict. If they ever fought an individual like this, it was on terms they would dictate and would be no fight at all.
Weapons
Results
Overall Winner: Spartan
Despite the Ninja's skill and stealth capabilities and large arsenal of deadly weapons, the spartan shield was just the killing blow for the ninja, proving itself to be both an immovable defense and deadly weapon. It proved vital to the Spartan for blocking Ninja projectiles and slamming the Ninja to the ground. The consensus reached was that while Ninja weapons could disable, Spartan weapons could kill and that a Ninja who relied on stealth would be no match for a Spartan in a direct duel.
Deadliest Warrior - Samurai vs Viking
Deadliest Warrior is a television program on Spike (Tuesdays @ 10PM) in which historical warriors are put against each other to see who can outlast the other. Each episode showcases two warriors in a hypothetical battle to the death. Each warrior is given weapons from the particular group they are associated with. Modern fighters and experts on said weapons present the strengths, and weaknesses of each arsenal, including real tests of the weapons. The data collected is then fed into a computer simulation to determine the average winner of one thousand battles. After the winner is determined, a mock battle takes place to showcase how each weapon is used in a real battle situation, and to determine which combatant is the "deadliest warrior".
Weapons
Results
Overall Winner: Samurai
Although the Viking's fierce courage, brute power, and defensive versatility are impressive, the Samurai's technical skills, quickness, and arsenal of specialized weaponry gave him a narrow victory in the third-closest episode to date. This is the closest one-on-one fight yet, and the closest fight not involving modern weapons.
Actor David Carradine found dead in Bangkok
BANGKOK – Actor David Carradine, star of the 1970s TV series "Kung Fu" who also had a wide-ranging career in the movies, has been found dead in the Thai capital, Bangkok. A news report said he was found hanged in his hotel room and was believed to have committed suicide. It said Carradine was in Bangkok to shoot a movie and had been staying at the hotel since Tuesday. The newspaper said Carradine could not be contacted after he failed to appear for a meal with the rest of the film crew on Wednesday, and that his body was found by a hotel maid at 10 a.m. Thursday morning. The name of the movie was not immediately available. It said a preliminary police investigation found that he had hanged himself with a cord used with the room's curtains. It cited police as saying he had been dead at least 12 hours and there was no sign that he had been assaulted. In all, he appeared in more than 100 feature films with such directors as Martin Scorsese, Ingmar Bergman and Hal Ashby. But he was best known for his role as Kwai Chang Caine, a Shaolin priest traveling the 1800s American frontier West in the TV series "Kung Fu," which aired in 1972-75. He reprised the role in a mid-1980s TV movie and played Caine's grandson in the 1990s syndicated series "Kung Fu: The Legend Continues."He returned to the top in recent years as the title character in Quentin Tarantino's two-part saga "Kill Bill."
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