Taekwondo Pledges to Defend the Weak, or Does It?
Ever stood waiting in a queue in a public place with your partner, when a few intimidating thugs barge and bully their way to the front. What’s worse is when some brave bloke takes it upon himself to make a stand, the thugs proceed to Continue reading “Taekwondo Pledges to Defend the Weak, or Does It?” »
Taekwondo Breaking Techniques
MARTIAL ARTS ILLUSTRATED MAGAZINE, March 2000, Vol.12, No.10.
Frank Murphy’s Masterclass on Breaking, materials used, equipment and the training involved. This is a practice which is typical of many martial arts such as Karate and Taekwondo, and many of us are fascinated when we watch a demonstration of bricks and tiles being smashed into smithereens! But a small warning, with the understanding of Sports Science, it is now advisable to avoid such practice as it may cause arthritis in some individuals at a later stage in their lives. It should definitely be avoided by children as it will affect the growth and development of their bones.