Ultimate Kumite: The Battle of the Bulge.
Making the grade…is there a learning curve?
Unfortunately, the nation has been on a constant struggle to gain footing over the obesity foe, which has kept a solid grapple hold on every age, gender, and social status for decades. Rising cases of childhood diabetes, eating disorders, adult immunodeficiency diseases have joined forces to culminate in an overwhelming antagonist.
Kihon.
Attacking not just the outer shell, this enemy also causes unseen inner damage that can last a lifetime and create deeper scars. Self-esteem, confidence, and self-worth can take some serious hits when it comes to body-shaming. Although the body composition test is developed and administered to keep everyone at a standard according to age, growth and dietary medians, anything that deviates within what some feel is a normal weight for their comfort can send them to the mat in a devastating, crushing blow.
Kata.
As adults, we can ask ourselves within our lifetime, how many times have we heard, been the recipient for or the speaker of:
- “It runs in the family.”
- “You don’t LOOK fat!”
- “You’ll outgrow it.”
- “But you’re tall.”
- “We are all big-boned in this family.”
- “It just means you’re eating well.”
- “Just exercise more.”
- “I don’t feel like cooking…who wants (insert fast food drive-thru choice here)
These common phrases are society’s way of appeasing those who feel out of body place among peers, family or worse, a look in a mirror. Taunting, bullying, hurtful words replay like a haunting soundtrack in their heads. Comparing apples to oranges, the body composition test can be a contributing factor to those who suffer from body image syndrome. Some might even argue that the results of these nationwide studies be kept confidential as not to pigeonhole everyone into the same weight class, as it were. Even a five-pound differential can be traumatic.
Kumite.
Martial arts classes are an extremely beneficial ally in the ring. By combining endurance, flexibility, agility, speed, balance, and stamina to a regular schedule of study at a training facility, you will succeed knowing that you are taking proactive steps to become physically fit. You are also toning and tuning your body shape into what your mind will accept as healthy, fit, and comfortable for you. Discipline, commitment and learning how to handle peer and social pressures by devoting free time to a martial arts class. As opposed to just hanging out with your friends or overeating as comfort when having a bad day at school is by far a great way to begin a new training routine.
The true way to victory.
Keeping a positive attitude and building a strong mental fortitude are key fundamentals taught by the professionals at FMAC. A family-run Martial Arts training facility, the instructors, innovative teaching techniques and genuine awareness and care about the student’s inner fitness is what keeps them a shining beacon in the competitive arena of kihon, kata and kumite; the three pillars of karate.
Take preventative steps now and avoid the enemy that rages within. Classes are now accepting enrolment and the FMAC urges all to consider admissions asap for the upcoming cycle. FMAC, karate, and you…the best bet to battle the bulge.