Questions tagged [physiology]
For questions related to how physiology relates to practice of martial arts, which is the practice of using ones body to attack and defend.
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How critical is tendon strength?
There's lots of literature, advice, and hearsay out there on muscle strength, flexibility, etc., Comparatively little is available for the tendons in regards to martial arts.
Knowing more about their ...
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"Watch the shoulder"?
This is a basic piece of advice I was given early on, especially regarding boxers, who are particularly dangerous because they attack the brain and can end it in one, combination or blow. Essentially:...
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Is it common and expected that shifus give theory classes about stuff like TCM, meridians and joints?
I have practiced taiji for some time. I also practiced shaolin styles for some time. However, when practicing stuff like sparring I feel I could do it better if I understood stuff like traditional ...
