Videos and Articles About Arnis, Qi Gong, Stress, Diet, Inflammation, Martial Arts, and Wellness.
Summer brings the year’s most stable Yang, but that does not always feel energizing. Master Steenrod explains summer fatigue, Yin...
Arnis is more than self-defense. This Filipino martial art may help older adults improve balance, coordination, reaction time, and cognitive...
Arnis and gym conditioning are often framed as opposing approaches to fitness—but for long-term health, the smartest path may combine...
Pro Arnis
Learn how Arnis competitions are scored, judged, and won. From armor-based WEKAF clashes to traditional NARAPHIL point fighting, discover the...
Explore the spiritual, historical, and martial legacy of the kris in Filipino Martial Arts, from its iconic wavy blade to...
Most Americans don’t know Arnis is the official national martial art and sport of the Philippines. Learn how Republic Act...
Qi Gong
Master Mikel Steenrod explains how seasonal yang energy affects your body, sleep, and emotional balance. Learn how to align with...
Summer Solstice 2024: Master Steenrod explains how to align with peak yang energy and avoid seasonal imbalances during this powerful...
Discover why the brain—not your muscles—is the biggest consumer of qi. In this video lesson, Master Mikel Steenrod explains how...
Relieving Stress and Wellness
What Is Wellness? Wellness is more than fitness or diet—it’s a proactive way of living that supports your health, mood,...
Arnis training develops more than coordination. Through repeated stick flow, practitioners build grip endurance, rotational strength, and tendon resilience in...
Arnis is more than a combat art—it’s a lifelong practice. This article explores how Filipino martial arts support joint health,...
Nutrition and Wellness
Autumn is a season of transition. Qi Gong aligns diet with the Metal phase of the Five Elements, emphasizing roots,...
Boost joint health with anti-inflammatory foods and essential nutrients. Discover meal plans and tips to reduce pain, enhance flexibility, and...
Discover essential nutrition tips for martial artists to recover faster with protein, carbs, and anti-inflammatory foods. Fuel smarter!...