Martial arts is one of the greatest gifts you could give to yourself or your child. The mental and physical health advantages can provide the opportunity for a higher quality of life that is much more than just kicking and punching.

1. Full Body Workout

Martial arts provides a full body workout through dynamic and aerobic movements, which improve strength, stamina, and coordination. It not only improves your physical fitness, but improves your cardiovascular health, respiratory function, and promotes weight loss.

2. Increased Self-Confidence

Like all sports, there are the occasional setbacks. Martial arts can teach you how to bounce back from your mistakes, not be judged by others, and to be resilient in difficult situations. The visible accomplishments and growth one can have from consistent practice of martial arts can greatly increase self-confidence. Also, having the ability to defend yourself can be incredibly empowering and can alleviate fear.

3. Improved Mental Health

Exercise in general is known to be a natural mood enhancer by releasing endorphins, serotonin, and dopamine. Many martial artists have a lower chance of developing depression and anxiety. Practicing also helps calm the mind by reducing the symptoms of mental health issues and improves overall wellbeing.

4. Self-Defense Skills

Self-Defense is one of the most valuable skills someone could have. Martial arts teaches 3 of the greatest lessons in Self-Defence; Awareness, Avoidance, and Aggressiveness. You'll not only learn how to protect yourself, but you will learn how to take control of the situation in a safe way. 

5. Stress Relief

We tell our students to leave their stress at the door, come in with a clear mind, and to focus on the present. Letting the tension out through punches and kicks, hitting a bag, and breathing techniques learned within martial arts help develop a positive mindset.

6. Increased Flexibility

Stretching and flexibility is important not only in martial arts, but as well as other sports and general health. It improves strength, balance, and prevents injury through active, passive, and dynamic stretches. Students will have a wide range of motion due to flexible muscles and joints. 

7. Enhanced Focus

Martial arts emphasizes on the importance of concentration, focus, and attention. It helps students gain control over their mind, making one more calm by reducing distractions that are common in everyday life. Learning focus also reduces anger and aggression through gaining power over oneself and releasing energy through healthy activities.

8. Self-Discipline

Self-Discipline is learned by setting defined and realistic goals through practice, inner strength, and respect. Martial arts provides the building blocks and structure in order to meet those goals. Students will learn that it is not by "chasing the carrot." It is a journey, not a race.

Ready to get started? Visit Mangan Martial Arts Academy in Downtown Mooresville, give us a call at 704-799-3645 or register online today!