Martial arts can sculpt your body, sharpen your defense skills, and make you feel pretty almighty.
With more martial arts disciplines than you can name (see “Find Your Fierce,” right), there’s bound to be one that fits your speed. And you don’t have to head to a dojo to get a taste: Gym chains like Crunch and Gold’s Gym report that their mixed martial arts classes—UrbanKicks Ass and BodyCombat, respectively— are growing fast, and boxes like CrossFit Outbreak in New York City offer Muay Thai to complement your WODs.
“Martial arts help you learn powerful new ways to use your body,” says Dan Roberts, the head of Dan Roberts Group personal training in New York City and London, who routinely incorporates Muay Thai, kung fu, and boxing into his sessions with clients. “Plus, combat sports are a great multidirectional full-body workout.” Here’s why you’ll want a piece of the action.
FIND YOUR FIERCE
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