The Origin And Development
Of Martial Arts
Farming, fishing, hunting, medical science, trading and written
language are said to have been taught during the reigns of the
three mythical emperors Bok Hi, Sin Nong, and Hwang Je in China
about 3,500 BC. On the other hand, the mural paintings in the
tombs along the Nile and the hieroglyphic inscriptions engraved
in the pyramids proved that the Egyptians had a form of open hand
fighting similar to boxing as early as 3,000 BC.
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Taekwon-Do And Physical
Fitness
The study of Taekwon-Do offers several unique advantages to the
physical fitness of the student. No doubt one of life's most treasured
assets is good health. Therefore, one of the great cardinal sins
of mankind is his abuse of this asset. Incidentally, he who does
not abuse or hurt his own body, including the hair, is defined
as obedient to his parents; so described in Oriental philosophy.
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Theory Of Power
The beginning student may ask; "Where does one obtain the
power to create the devastating results attributed to Taekwon-Do?"
This power is attributed to the utilization of a person's full
potential through the mathematical application of Taekwon-Do techniques.
The average person uses only 10 to 20 percent of his potential.
Anyone, regardless of size, age, or sex who can condition himself
to use 100 percent of his potential can also perform the same
destructive techniques.
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Taekwon-Do And Mental
Effects
Taekwon-Do is an art that implies a way of thinking and life,
and particularly in instilling moral civilization and generating
the power for justice. Taekwon-Do is also known as one of the
best means of developing and enhancing the emotional, perceptual
and psychological characteristics that enable the younger generation,
regardless of age, social status or sex, to effectively learn
and participate in the social demands of his peers.
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