Longevity in the Martial Arts - Paperback

by Tom Muzila (Author), Marshall Raskind (Author)

People who practice the martial arts often extol the benefits of practice

regarding physical health, mental health, and even spiritual well-being.

There are testimonials about increased endurance, greater strength,

enhanced balance, more flexibility, better concentration, more confi-

dence, and increased perseverance. In addition to these anecdotal

reports, scientific studies also show benefits of martial arts practice,

including positive effects on older adults. These positive effects of

practice cut across physical, mental, and social domains. Collectively,

these studies provide evidence why we should continue practicing as

we age, as well as even begin practice later in life.