It is well known that there are as many psychological benefits as physical benefits when it comes to practicing sports. Studies continue to show how engaging in a fitness activity, especially one like kung fu, can improve self-confidence through a better body image, and enhance the practitioner’s self-esteem. However, other psychological benefits of martial arts…

Abbas Alizada, a 20-year-old Afghan man, has experienced a great change in his life and showed the world the positive side of his nation because of his striking resemblance to Bruce Lee, the famous Hollywood Kong Fu star.  Abbas Alizada grew up in a poor Hazara family with six brothers and three sisters in Kabul.…

Martial arts are not just about getting stronger or losing weight; martial arts training can also help improve your mind. One of the mental benefits is stress relief.   Work-related stress has unfortunately become a norm for many people no matter where they are in the world. Limited resources, long hours, demanding deadlines, job insecurity,…

Headline: Live-in Kung Fu Academies can be a great way to learn Kung Fu skills by being totally immersed in the Kung Fu lifestyle. One way students of kung fu can enjoy the benefits of kung fu and enhance the positive change in mind and body wellness that kung fu provides is by joining an…