Martial Arts are an ancient form of sport around the world. They are codified systems and are traditions of combat practices, practiced for a variety of reasons such as self-defense, military and law enforcement application and very recently entertainment. There are about 100 to 150 forms of martial art that are practiced around the world. We take you around the world of martial arts to let you pick the one that resonates the most with you.

#krav-maga

Krav-maga is a martial art form practiced as standard hand to hand combat for the Israel defense forces; Krav-maga is a hybrid form of Martial art. It consists of a wide combination of techniques sourced from aikido, judo, Muay-Thai, boxing, and wrestling along with realistic fight training and techniques. Krav-maga was developed by Hungarian and Italian Martial artists first and later adopted by the Israeli defense force.

#Kalaripayattu

Kalaripayattu is a famous Indian martial arts form. It originated from the land of Kerala and is one of the oldest forms of fighting existing today. It is said to have originated from the Chola dynasty and was practiced by many of the reigning kings of India, most famous amongst them was the great King Ashok. Kalaripayattu is practiced in the most part of the south India and today there are lots of schools have started to teach Kalaripayattu as a sport, recognizing the cultural and historical importance of the martial art form.

 #Taekwondo

Taekwondo is Korean form of martial art, which originated and was developed in South Korea especially around Seoul. It’s characterized by its emphasis on head-height kicks, jumping and spinning kicks. The techniques of taekwondo were initially developed from elements of karate and Chinese martial arts but later on, further developments were made, which over time gave way to the modern form of taekwondo, a widely practiced form of martial arts today.The South Korean Armed forces have adopted taekwondo as their major form combat technique. Taekwondo became an Olympic event in the year of 2000.Interestingly India has also a made a Taekwondo federation back in the year 1969 for the betterment of this sport.

#KickBoxing

Kickboxing is a combat sport based on quick movements and precise strikes using both kicks and punches to break the opponent’s defense. Kickboxing was developed out of karate, Muay Thai, Kun Khmer and various boxing moves. Kickboxing is practiced as one of the leading forms of martial arts for self-defense, some sort of general fitness and also as a contact sport. Kickboxing has a major contribution to the emergence of mixed martial art via further hybridization with ground fight techniques from Brazil such as Jiu-Jitsu and folk wrestling. Mixed martial art is one of the major commercial sports.There is even a highly commercialized and entertaining championship for this sport known as UFC (ultimate fighting championship).

#Karate

Karate originated in the Ryukyu islands of Japan and was developed under the influence of Chinese martial artists. This form of martial art uses traits of punching, kicking, knee strikes, elbow strikes and a mixture of open-handed techniques such as knife-hands, spear hands, and palm-heel strikes. Karate is the most predominant form of martial arts today. Karate has made its presence felt in over 160 countries, a contributing factor towards being considered as an Olympic sport from 2020 summer Olympics.

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Drink Lots of Water

All those studies you have heard about and all those rumors about benefits about drinking water? Yes, all of them are true! After all we humans are more than half water. Water is life sustaining and is a must for the proper functioning of our body and will act as a relief from most ailments related to skin, hair or to your digestive system. If you often forget to drink water, there are umpteen number of cool apps on the App store to send you reminders to keep a check on it for you.

Sleep Right

Catching a few snoozes is not just a great way to relax, but even a must, you have to, absolutely sleep for at the least six hours a day for your body to function in a healthy manner. A great way to catch up on some rest and relaxation is to not set an alarm on weekends and take proper rest. An early to bed and early to rise’ philosophy might be just the thing you need to complete your chores with a balanced state of mind rather than on a caffeine high.

Healthy Breakfast, Light Dinner

Most old sayings truly are pearls of wisdom. A heavy breakfast goes a long way in making you ready for the day and a light dinner is exactly what your body needs for it to get the most nutrients and yet rest as you sleep. In general, your breakfast should be your biggest meal of the day, followed by lunch in small quantity and dinner in even smaller measures. A healthy breakfast usually includes a glass of milk, banana, eggs, whole wheat bread, poha, porridge, oats, other cereals, sprouts or fruits in cream.

Workout

Yes, we all can be lazy at times but, it’s easy to start if you want.A brisk walk or a light jog every day is just about enough to keep you healthy and on your toes, if one is regular. You can also try a few light exercises at home with proper precaution. But don’t be too harsh on yourself and instead the age old adage of ‘slow and steady wins the race’ is definitely true when it comes to working out. Once you’ve mastered the basics, move on to advanced training. It also helps to find a friend to go with as that keeps you motivated.

Meditate

Meditating is the best thing to incorporate in your life for a healthier and peaceful outlook. In today’s time as we become more and more anxious, stressed and maybe even frustrated, meditating for just five minutes every day can make a huge difference in your patience level and the way you react to stimulus. This does not require any training or equipment. Just relax, close your eyes, clear your mind and don’t forget to breathe.Simple meditation can be done when you are on the go, in a car, on the bus, or even at work and instead of checking your phones.

Detox

Detox is as important as sleeping.. Taking the edge off once is a while may be fine, but don’t forget to detox after. Alcohol, coffee, nicotine, refined sugars, and saturated fats, act as toxins in the body and take time to flush out of the system. You can detox by drinking lemon juice, green tea, or fasting for a day. Famous detox diets are Simple Fruit and Veggie Detox, Smoothie Cleanse, Juice Cleanse, Sugar Detox and Hypoallergenic Detox.

Many of these are things we know we should do but often forget. Once you start practicing you will find it easy to keep it going.. A few simple ways can actually make a world of a difference. Don’t we all want to stay healthy? That is the biggest motivation you have and that is all that you need!

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#1: Everest Base Camp

All time favorite trek in the Himalayas. Greatest views of the Everest, a good trail, wonderful tea houses and almost continuous views of some of the tallest peaks in the world will keep your attention during a typical 11-day trek. The trail ends at Everest Base Camp, where one can look directly up the ice fall of the Khumbu Glacier towards the peak of Everest which is still an impressive 3500m above. Trekking is possible from September to June and although it’s cold in December and January it’s the time of year you can find real solitude.

#2: Poon Hill and the Annapurna Base Camp

It is really two treks that can be done either separately or together. Like the Everest Base Camp trek, this offers a great trail and fabulous tea house lodgings for those looking for a little comfort along the way. If you have just four or five days the trek to Poon Hill is one of the best short treks in the Himalayas and offers a fantastic up close views of Annapurna. If you have a little more time then make the journey to Annapurna Base Camp established in the famed Annapurna Sanctuary where you can see a breathtaking the view of the south face of Annapurna I, the 10th tallest peak in the world.

#3: Manaslu Circuit 

The Manaslu Trek is a 14 to 16-day tea-house trek which encircles the world’s 8th highest peak, quite a long trek but one that you are bound to enjoy. In recent years the tea houses and trails have been improved and this trek is quickly becoming a popular alternative to the Annapurna Circuit. This is one of Nepal’s great treks and it gets you away from the crowds at the same time.

#4: Makalu Base Camp Trek

It’s a little more than 16-day trek to the base camp of Makalu the world’s 5th tallest peak. Unlike the treks mentioned so far, this is not your general tea house trek and requires organizing for camping. The trek transverses through a range of environments as it heads up the Barun Valley to the Makalu base camp. It’s a true wilderness experience with some of the last remnants of untouched forests and beautiful alpine meadows.

#5: Upper Mustang Trek

The Upper Mustang Trek offers a diverse experience, highlighting the desert beauty and ancient Tibetan cultures of Nepal. The 18-day long trek heads north from Jomsom on the far side of the Annapurna Range. A special permit is needed to enter the area and the trek needs to be arranged as a combination tea houses and camping trek. Very few tourists (maybe 1000 a year) make the journey to see this remote part of Nepal. Some of the highlights of the trek include the ancient “Forbidden City” and the ancient monasteries and caves.

#6: Goecha La Trek

The Goecha La trek is about an 8-day long trek in the eastern state of Sikkim. It is one of the wettest portions of the Himalayas due to the proximity to the Bay of Bengal as well as a direct line of influence from the seasonal Monsoon. The journey is at first up a muddy trail through thick rain forests and then gradually the replaced by beautiful Rhododendron forests which are in full bloom in early May.

#7: Gangotri Glacier Trek

This 6+ day trek takes you to the source of the most sacred river in India the Ganges River. The trek starts at the end of the road near the temple town of Gangotri and heads 18km to Gomukh which is considered the source of the Ganges at the base of the glacier. The landscape here is spectacular with views of Mount Shivling and the Bhagirathi group of mountains. This is a great trek to see beautiful peaks, one of the largest glaciers in the central Himalaya.

#8: Frozen River Trek of the Zanskar River

An ancient route along the frozen Zanskar River this 6-day trek connects the villages of the Zanskar Valley with the village of Chilling which lies on the road to Leh (Ladakh, India). It is best to take this trek in late January and early February when the conditions are coldest and the frozen river can be used as a pathway. It’s a wonderful and beautiful trek if you can brave the average -10 C temperatures in the day which fall as low as -20 to -25 C at night. The trek can be difficult in places where the river is not completely frozen over and a new path must be forged over the snow-laden banks. It is certainly a once in a lifetime experience.

#9: Markha Valley

The Markha Valley trek is about 6 to 8-day long trek and one of the most famous and easiest to organize in Ladakh, India. Trekkers also have the option of choosing to climb Stok Kangri. This is a trekking peak and since the top can be reached relatively quickly one must be careful to properly acclimatize. The trek itself involves crossing three passes – Stok La, Kongmaru La and Gandla and follows the banks of the scenic Markha River valley. Camping near the base of Kang-Yutze peak is one of the highlights and can get you a glimpse of Tibetan culture.

#10: Kolahoi Glacier Trek

Trekking in Kashmir is like nowhere else in the Himalayas with its beautiful mountain meadows and majestic pine trees it has often been compared to the Alps of Switzerland. The 3 day trek up Lidder Valley to Kolahoi Glacier is easily accessed from Srinagar and a good option for the first trek in Kashmir.  The trail follows the course of the Lidder River and offers panoramic views of the surrounding snow laden peaks and meadows abound with wildflowers. During the summer the canyon is home to the Gujjars, nomadic people who have been herding sheep in the region for centuries. If you make it all the way to the head of the valley you will be rewarded with fabulous views of the Kolahoi Glacier.

So what are you waiting for, get trekking with the 100MPH app, plan your next trek and invite your friends along!

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Valentine’s Day Gift Guide

St. Valentine’s Day on February 14 is the second most celebrated holiday everywhere around the world after New Year’s Day. It is the day to announce your love. With so many ideas, you’ve probably decided what to gift your ‘special one’ but are you alert of the gift factors that can ruin your valentine’s day? Here is a guide to help you pick the perfect experience for your valentine,

Did you know that the average annual Valentine’s Day spending is $13.19 billion dollars?  Yet most men seem to still be in trouble with what to buy and where to go, so this Valentine’s, why not go for an experience rather than just a gift.

Your better half is more interested in you than in a gift, so why not share an experience with her, something that both of you can enjoy. A quick game of golf, an afternoon riding horses, teaching her to play snooker or an early morning run; all these are but examples of showing your loved one that you care for them and show them a side of you that they might not have, because love is not just about all the materialistic things of life, but about all the experiences and time that you share with your loved ones.

So this year let’s do something different, this year let’s share an experience with our loved ones, show them how much they matter and how this year Valentine’s Day is not about apologizing for last year’s blunders, but about a promise of love and affection for the years ahead!

Wishing you all a great Valentine’s and a lovely year ahead.

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Some of our innovative features:

• Connect with others in your area with similar interests
• Find Coaches
• Book Venues
• Create Events for own games
• Join Events created by the community
• Chat with Friends or Groups

and much much more, all coming at you at #100MPH #Connect#Play#Live

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Your Sports & Interests Ecosystem is going Live!

After months of burning the day and midnight oil, we have a product which we are pleased to share with the world. 100MPH will enable you to find sports and activity partners and book coaches and venues.

You can download the app from the Play Store tomorrow.

To know what it’s all about, check out this cool video. Share with your friends so that they can also enjoy this amazing new platform.

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Perhaps it is simply because this song was at the beginning of their career prior to any disagreements, but the combined writing of the musical couple allowed the track to transcend the group’s rise to fame.

This was The Beatles’ first official number one single in Britain, and although other songs had reached the top of some charts, ‘From Me To You’ was the first to top the Record Retailer’s chart. This song was the first in a string of 11 consecutive number one singles for the band.

‘Let It Be’ on the other hand was their final album. ‘Let It Be’ was the title track for the end of their career together, and what a song to end with! Although there has been much debate whether the album can actually be referred to as their final release, it was originally conceived as Getting Back, due to be released before their Abbey Road album. It could be considered to be their penultimate album and, instead, see Abbey Road as their final. Nonetheless, Let It Be marked the end and certainly ended on a note of finality.

It was an end of an era as the boys decided to split, and McCartney seemed to write this song as a way to come to terms with the end of the band. The track appears to be staggered – the instruments play separately rather than together, seeming to take turns playing the accompaniment. Harrison’s guitar playing should be noted.Whether it was intentionally played and abrupt or George simply wanted the music to be over, it leaves a hint of finality. Many Beatles songs ended with a fade-out, but this did not. It did exactly what the track described, and asked you to ‘Let It Be’.

An Inspiring tale of music that has inspired and asked us if we believe we too can sing and play the guitar, but sadly I can’t. I would love to and maybe a coach could help me along, but where would I find a coach to teach me, and that too at the time of my convenience?Not possible right?

Maybe it is; with the 100MPH app, you can book a coach by checking time, availability, as well as price.So hold on to the guitar as we launch in a few days at 100MPH!

Federer got there on Tuesday when he defeated Zverev 6-1, 7-5, 6-2 in a master class performance while Nadal got there on Wednesday, after defeating the third seed Raonic at 6-4, 7-6(7), 6-4. I wouldn’t really call it a master class performance from Nadal because Raonic should have won the second set before choking with a double fault on set point in the second-set tiebreak. But then again that’s tennis for you. It was a great performance nonetheless.

Stan and Federer play today on courts that have been sped up this year, and will favor Federer massively. Federer will try to do what he did in the 2015 US Open semi-final when he rushed Stan constantly, taking all his time away. He was very effective on that occasion by winning in straight sets.

But since then, Stan has won the US Open and the conditions in Melbourne still suit him a bit better. It won’t be easy for him with the pro-Federer crowd and Federer attacking him relentlessly but he needs to keep a calm head while using his powerful serve and ground strokes to peg Federer back and keep him from dominating.

It is going to be an interesting match anyway and I just can’t wait!

But after all this excitement I am just about ready to take up the racket for a quick game of tennis. The problem is, who do I play with or which court is free right now? My friends tell me that these are excuses for to not play and instead be a couch potato.

Fortunately, today I actually have a way around all these excuses and problems, genuine as they may be! The answer is even simpler than we would have thought, as the 100MPH app lets me do all this and much more.

It’s just so simple to book a court and ask friends to play. Best of all, I can even share this with all my friends so they too know where the game is at and can join me, because as Nadal says “You live only once, but you get served twice”!

While you don’t really need a lot to play football, just the football, some good footballer friends and an open ground is enough to play a heart-thumping game. But when was the last time you played? From our busy schedules to our long work days we hardly have time to play a game of muddy & exciting football and while most of us have longed for a day on the field with friends we have all had excuses not to. But the excuses are valid after all, where will u find people to play with and where will u even play if u do get the team together.

An answer to all these excuses and much more is 100MPH. At 100MPH we strive to provide our users with a one-stop solution for all your sports and activities needs. Simply download the app and you are all set to discover friends to play with, coaches to learn from and venues to play at.

Login with a Facebook or Google account to Connect with friends and find playmates around you,

Create an Event from ‘My events’, fill in some details and you are all set to share the news with your friends and connections, about the football game this weekend!

So with all these and much more is coming towards you at 100MPH, hold your breath as we launch our app on 28th January 2017 for all our early access users, for a community that will CONNECT.PLAY.LIVE!