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Having trouble deciding on what you would like to ask for Christmas this year? We have items that will make martial artists of every level happy, so take our quick questionnaire below to see what would make the perfect gift under the tree.  Stay tuned for our complete Holiday gift guide coming out over the next few weeks! …

It’s that time of year again, and you know what that means! Time for massive amounts of holiday pies, cookies, stuffing, and more…or does it? While many gladly partake in this food extravaganza (us included!) for those in the middle of tournament season or who are trying to meet certain fitness goals, the approaching holidays and all that comes with them can be fairly intimidating, if not at times stressful. But do not worry! Macho is here to help guide you with some healthy reci …

Wearing proper martial arts sparring gear can help protect martial artists in a variety of situations. Its greatest use is in creating safe and effective training scenarios, but reliable gear can also offer adequate protection when learning new striking techniques. At Macho, we believe that one injury is one too many, especially if the injury could have easily been prevented with the right gear and proper instruction. If you are looking to invest in some sparring gear, here are t …

This past weekend the Macho team attended the Diamond Nationals in Minneapolis, MN, where 3 of our Team Macho athletes were competing. We all had a fantastic time at this event, and it was the first time our newest member, Gavin, was competing as part of Team Macho. Overall they won 2 Grands & Diamond rings as well as several placings. See the full results below along with some photos of the Macho family! Gavin Richmond 13/under Boys Forms Grand Champion 13/under CMX …

Rank: 1st Degree Black Belt Style: Oki-Ryu Kenpo Age Started: 2 years old   Accomplishments include: Appearances in numerous movies and TV shows in a variety of roles, including a reoccurring role in a Netflix Original series that is coming out very soon!  Certified by and member of the Screen Action Stunt Association  2015 KRANE #1 16-17 Open Forms  2014 WAKO World Champion Musical Forms (Karate)  As the son of Coach Christine, Dante has …

Rank: 5th Degree Black Belt Style: Oki-Ryu Kenpo Age Started: 8 years old Age Became a Black Belt: 13   Achievements: 55 Grand championships between Forms, Weapons, and Fighting in KRANE  Ocean State Grand Nationals Senior Forms Grand Champion (2018)  9x KRANE Triple Crown Winner  10x KRANE Female Competitor of the Year Hall of Fame Inductee  International Kenpo Council of Grandmasters Forms and Fighting World Champion Title  After her f …

The Stryker Pro training system is a device that allows people of all ages and skill levels to experience the benefits of a martial arts-based fitness workout at home. Although primarily used by martial artists to enhance their kicking speed, power, and balance, it can be used in a myriad of ways, whether it be for boxing practice or just following along with the company’s videos from the comfort of your own home. The new Stryker Pro provides martial artists with a comprehensive …

Getting injured is one of the worst things that can happen to any athlete. Not being able to compete and perform is disappointing for everyone, and can be even more frustrating for martial artists in the middle of tournament season. However, there are ways that you can quickly recover from your martial arts injury so you can get back to training. Here’s what to do: 1. Get Medical Help When you do get injured it is important to identify exactly what happened instead of makin …

Rank: 2nd Degree Black Belt Style: Taekwondo (12 years), Karate (7 years), Chinese Wushu (2 years) Age Started: 6 years old Age Became a Black Belt: 10    Below is a list of her most recent accomplishments. 2019 5x Overall Champion KRANE 2019 5x Division Champion KRANE 2019 NASKA World Champion 2018 – Triple Crown Champion 2018 Inducted into the KRANE Hall of Fame 2018 – Won 3 National Overall Grand Champion titles and all 4 divisions Champion titles at …

Learning good sportsmanship is just as important to someone’s training as learning different martial arts moves and techniques. The practice of martial arts involves both mental and physical training, with an emphasis put on meditation, self-reflection, and breathwork, as these can be used to help students better understand themselves and their emotions. In fact, martial arts can help individuals harness their natural strength by harnessing and controlling the power within their spirit an …