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Disinfecting your martial arts gear after each use is an essential part of keeping it in good condition, not to mention keeping you free of germs. Sparring gear should be cleaned after each time you use it, between users when it is being shared, whenever it comes into contact with blood or other body substances, and before storing. We often put our athletic gear through a lot of wear and tear, and without taking the time to properly care for and clean said equipment, it can start to smell and b …

Google My Business (GMB) is a free business profile that lets businesses manage how they appear in Google Search and Maps. It is the first thing people see when they type in a business’ name in Google Search, and is one of the most important tools to have set up when you open your school. This section includes information such as your school’s name, address, hours of operation, and contact information. Since this is the first thing people will see when they look up yo …

Teachers won’t teach a sparring class without it. Parents demand it. Adolescents need it. Insurance companies require it. Martial arts headgear minimizes injuries while elevating safety and performance, and with new studies being released on the long-term effects of concussions, martial arts headgear is more important than ever. While different martial arts sparring gear may look the same, poor foam density and overall construction can greatly reduce the level of impact protection. Foll …

Karate is a widely practiced martial art that is rich in history and tradition. In addition to teaching self-defense techniques, it also has many other known benefits that include: improving physical and mental health, building self-esteem, and strengthening self-confidence while providing an effective and enjoyable workout. Have we convinced you to sign up for karate classes yet? If so, here are five karate facts you should know before you learn karate. Origins: Karate is a martial art tha …

The new year brings new year goals, and with them a time when we look back on the past year and whether or not we achieved the goals we initially set for ourselves. If you read our earlier blog post then you saw that our Team Macho members are no strangers to setting goals. It is the key to their success, as the goals they set in the beginning of the year serve as their guide through the rest of it. But what if we aren’t used to chasing after a specific goal or dream? How can we make sure …

2020 is almost here, and us at Macho Martial Arts are hard at work planning for what’s to come. Setting goals of what we’d like to accomplish in the nex year, or even decade, is on many people’s minds, and if you or someone you know are thinking of what fitness goals you would like to set, we recommend taking up martial arts! Although it may seem like an unconventional way to achieve your fitness resolutions, the martial arts provide a fantastic outlet for stress relief as wel …

We all know the saying it is better to give than to receive, but sometimes you can get stumped trying to figure out what to get certain people. Lucky for you our holiday gift guide has everything you need this holiday season. From small, stocking stuffers to full size sparring sets, our gear will help them showcase their love for martial arts. So spread some holiday cheer this year buy giving a gift from Macho to your favorite martial artist!  …

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 …