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The Three Most Important Principles of Practicing Kung Fu

Da Shi Xiong Matt Talbert — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 20:14:44 +0000

When practicing kung fu (gōng fu 功夫) there are three very important principles to remember. These principles provide the foundation for any style of kung fu and are relevant for every practitioner regardless of their ability. Do you know what these three principles are? Some of the more obvious answers might be speed, strength or... Continue reading.

Recovering from a Back Injury with a Foam Roller

Da Shi Xiong Matt Talbert — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 21:37:41 +0000

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As you may know, I have had issues with my back for a while now. I trained improperly over developing the muscles in my back and not doing enough stretching or balanced muscle development. After a while the pain became so bad that my back muscles would seize up causing severe pain in my back... Continue reading.

The Passing of a Great Kung Fu Master, Yang Guiwu

Da Shi Xiong Matt Talbert — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 19:04:16 +0000

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I recently came across a great article on the National Geographic Magazine website about the modern state of kung fu and the Shaolin Temple. The author, Peter Gwin, follows the path of two disciples of the late folk Grandmaster Yang Guiwu, who was a disciple of the Shaolin Temple. The first disciple is Hu Zhengsheng,... Continue reading.

Nine Dragon Academy Combat Kung Fu Seminar

Da Shi Xiong Matt Talbert — Sun, 16 Jan 2011 02:40:05 +0000

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Today at the Nine Dragon Academy we offered a seminar on Combat Kung Fu led by Shifu Kevin Sears. Nine Dragon Academy Combat Kung Fu is a practical combat method rooted in traditional Chinese martial arts. This combat method is simple to both train and execute and is designed to allow those without much experience... Continue reading.

The Deadly Fighting Principles of White Crane Kung Fu

Da Shi Xiong Matt Talbert — Mon, 10 Jan 2011 16:48:04 +0000

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Recently I was informed that the article “The Deadly Fighting Principles of White Crane Kung Fu” on Kung Fu Destiny was plagiarized from an article in the November 1983 issue of Black Belt Magazine. Until now I was under the impression that this article was the work of Vincent Cabais. I would like to extend my... Continue reading.