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Inspiration

Sometimes we all need some inspiration to keep on going. In this section we bring you inspirational stories about over-40 martial artists who are showing us the true way!

Mixed Martial Arts Bout At Age 70

September 20, 2011 By Brett Kraiger

This is really inspirational. Here's a man, a martial artist all his life, really showing the way when it comes to debunking myths about old age. He got into a professional mixed martial arts bout … [Read more...]

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I’m Too Unfit To Begin A Martial Art!

September 20, 2011 By Brett Kraiger

By Brett Kraiger The thought that "I'm too unfit to begin a martial art" is something  that stops many people from taking their first steps into the arts. And if they are over 40 this may be even … [Read more...]

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Interview With A Senior Citizen Martial Artist

September 12, 2011 By Brett Kraiger

I found this really great interview on YouTube. Jack Tuberville, an older martial artist, discusses some of the things he's enjoyed about doing martial arts. His attitude is great and his obvious … [Read more...]

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Super Fit at 72

September 12, 2011 By Brett Kraiger

Came across this video on a Swedish news website about a 72 year old woman who is stunningly fit. The clip below is actually from YouTube, but you can find the original post at … [Read more...]

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Choosing a Martial Art

September 12, 2011 By Brett Kraiger

White Belt

By Brett Kraiger There is such a wide range of martial arts available to choose from that it can be near impossible for a beginner to know where to start. When you are older and looking to start … [Read more...]

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98 Year Old Judo Master Still Teaching

September 12, 2011 By Brett Kraiger

Sensei Keiko Fuduka

Well I know this website is supposed to be about martial arts for the over-40 year old. But this story is just something else! It just goes to show that the martial arts can truly be a life-long … [Read more...]

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