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  Dont know your Kata from your Kumite? Accidentally bought a Judo or Taekwondo uniform and not sure why it matters? Whether you are just getting started in the sport of Karate, or its time to replace your Gi's, or even heading to a World Karate Federation (WKF) event for the first time - having the right gear for the right category is essential (and in the case of the WKF, having the right gear is regulated!) Our guide to karate uniforms will set it straight, so you can get back to enjoying the sport instead of worrying about meeting...

  Whether its for karate sparring training or competing, the right protection is essential for practicing karate. A minor hand injury can sideline you for weeks, slowing down your training and competition schedule. Protection is just as important to advanced skill levels as it is to children or beginners. As your skills and strength improve, as does the risk to your hands or sparring partners. Our guide will take you through the basics of karate glove selection, from size to materials and protection. This guide applies to karate gloves for kids as well. 1. WHAT PROTECTION LEVEL? When it comes...

For first-time boxers, the question of “what size boxing gloves should I get?” can be a daunting one. There are hundreds of different styles, types and brands of boxing gloves to choose from online and they all come in a wide range of sizes! 

Find out what size boxing glove is right for you!

HAND WRAPS Hand wraps are an essential accompaniment to your training. The reason for this is two-fold: for safety and for sanitation. The tight compression of a hand wrap keeps the wrist and hand safe and secure and helps to soften the feeling of impact for the puncher and to maintain the alignment of the small bones/tendons within that area of the body. Using hand wraps in combination with gloves provides an extra layer of protection from both impacts and bacteria. Just like wearing socks with shoes, wraps help to keep your gloves smelling fresh. Just be sure to wash...

When was the last time that you woke up and you felt energetic, energized, excited? Think about it, when we were kids, it was so much easier to have abundant energy. However, when you look at most adults, they’re tired, fatigued or low in energy. I noticed that I’d got to a point where I was waking up and feeling sluggish. I wanted to get up and train, but my energy levels weren’t there. I had to use will power to do so. Will power is a muscle, and it can't last long. You burn out. Furthermore, by the end...