A
Look At Kung Fu Martial Arts
The
martial art of Kung Fu
is an exchange of culture, a type of exercise, and also a way of
defending yourself. The art is very popular throughout the world, also
being known as Gung Fu, Wu Shu, and even Kuo Shu. It shares some common
traits with Karate,
such as using both
hand and foot techniques. Kung Fu is one of the most popular forms of
martial arts - and also one of the oldest.
Within Kung Fu, there
are several styles and variances, although the most popular are those
that have their roots in the well known Shaolin Temple. What most
people aren't aware of however, is the fact that Kung Fu was practiced
in China years before the first Shaolin temple was even thought of.
A
majority of martial
arts enthusiasts think of self defense as being the ultimate goal of
any martial art, including Kung Fu. While self defense is involved with
Kung Fu, the martial art is so much more than just fighting and defense
- it is a true art, one that develops the mind, body, and the soul.
Kung
Fu doesn't teach students to overcome others, as it teaches students to
look within themselves and learn to have complete and total control
over their emotions. Kung Fu is an art of harmony, that teaches to
students to remain at peace and avoid confrontations. If a situation
threatens bodily harm to the student, then he must rise to the occasion
- becoming the warrior and defending himself.
Just
like other types of
martial arts,
Kung Fu teaches the balance that is crucial for executing techniques
and the proper movement. The basic concept behind the balance is that
same balance that the Chinese believe keeps the balance between heaven
and earth. This concept of balance can be achieved by students if they
completely focus their thoughts and empty their minds free from any
type of distractions.
Kung Fu is a martial art that can be
learned by anyone. It does take a strong desire, just like any other
martial art. It has a rich heritage, and a proud legacy. Kung Fu is
indeed a deadly martial art, if used in the wrong ways. There are
variations of Kung Fu as well, which include the infamous five animals
- Tiger, Dragon, Eagle Claw, Crane, and the Snake.
Adapted by the animals
in which they are named after, the five animals style is some of the
most impressive in martial arts. Tiger Claw is by far the deadliest of
the five animals, teaching students to strike just like the dreaded
tiger. This style teaches the student power in his hands, so that when
he strikes, he tears the flesh. Tiger Claw is very deadly, although it
is very hard to find instructors that teach this style now days.
Unlike
other martial arts, there really are no competitions for Kung Fu.
Stylists can compete in other competitions, although there really
aren't any that are for only Kung Fu. It is an ancient martial art,
that is to be used only in instances were there is no other option than
to fight back. When provoked, the stylist should try everything he or
she can to avoid confrontations.
Kung
Fu aims to teach
the lessons of respect, fairness to others, harmony of the spirit, and
total self control no matter what. These characteristics, when paired
together, allow students to achieve success in a hard to deal with
society. Kung Fu is all about developing the student's overall well
being - and following the straight path to mental and physical
toughness.
About the Author
Al Dawson is a 25 year + keep fit fanatic and runs the company : http://www.ultimateboxingbags.com.
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