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Jasmine Jasudavicius is back at UFC Denver: A Must-See Battle Against Rising Star Fatima Kline
In a recent interview, Jasudavicius shared her excitement and pre-fight rituals, revealing her unique approach to managing energy and nerves
Black Belt Team
Jul 10, 2024


The Sword Behind the Smile: Samurai Poker Face
I remembered one that I heard as a child: umi no uchi no katana, “the sword behind the smile...
Dave Lowry
Jul 9, 2024


Karate Illustrated Cover Throwback: Donnie Williams
It was through his involvement in karate that Donnie Williams ventured into the world of movies...
Black Belt Team
Jul 7, 2024


In Self-Defense Training, Beware Of Intellectualization!
Intellectualization is defined as a defense mechanism that entails using reasoning to avoid unconscious conflict and its associated...
Kelly Mccann
Jul 6, 2024


Shock and Tears: ‘The Karate Hottie’ Michelle Waterson-Gomez Ends Her Epic UFC Journey
Michelle Waterson-Gomez, known affectionately as ‘The Karate Hottie’, bid an emotional farewell to her fighting career...
Black Belt Team
Jul 4, 2024


Hungry for Hungary: WAKO USA Kickboxing Training Camp Showcases America's Top Talent
The USA National Kickboxing Team hosted their elite training camp for athletes slated to compete at the Junior World Championships...
Black Belt Team
Jul 3, 2024


UFC 303 Aftermath:The Kick That Shook the World!
The adrenaline-fueled night concluded with Alex Pereira delivering a jaw-dropping finish that sent shockwaves through the MMA community...
Black Belt Team
Jul 2, 2024


Karate Illustrated Cover Story Throwback: Patrick McCarthy
The May 1984 cover featured Karate Master and Champion Patrick McCarthy. Originally from Canada, McCarthy migrated to Japan during the...
Black Belt Team
Jun 30, 2024


Black Belt Magazine Cover Story Throwback: Al Dacascos
Al Dacascos founder of Won Hop Kuen Do, and Master of Kajubenbo is featured on the May 1984 cover along with his son and future martial...
Black Belt Team
Jun 27, 2024


Weapon Ambidexterity: Vikings, Bushwhackers, and Necessity
Ambidexterity in the empty-hand game may be of little value in the long run...
Mark Hatmaker
Jun 26, 2024


Jiří Procházka's Swift Ascent to UFC Light Heavyweight Champion: Key Fights and Achievements
Jiří Procházka's entry into the UFC light heavyweight division was nothing short of meteoric...
Black Belt Team
Jun 25, 2024


Karate Illustrated Cover Story Throwback: Keith Cooke
The November 1984 Karate Illustrated cover featured a young Keith Cooke before his explosion as action star on the silver screen. Even...
Black Belt Team
Jun 23, 2024


In Case You Missed It: “The Bricklayer”
Starring Aaron Eckhart (“The Dark Knight”) and Nina Dobrev (“The Vampire Diaries”) this action/thriller is about an ex-FBI agent..
Black Belt Team
Jun 21, 2024


Two World Title Fights Headline Two Consecutive Weeks of Must See Bellator Champions Series Action on September 7th and 14th
Bellator Champions Series will return in September with two straight weeks of global action, headlined by two Bellator World Championship...
Black Belt Team
Jun 18, 2024


UFC Saudi Arabia Main Event Shakeup: Chimaev Out, Rising Star Ikram Aliskerov Steps Up to Challenge Veteran Whittaker on June 22
In a surprising turn of events, the UFC's inaugural event in Saudi Arabia has undergone a major change...
Black Belt Team
Jun 14, 2024


Black Belt Cover Story Throwback: Jun Chong
The February 1979 cover featured a 32-year-old Tae Kwon Do Master Jun Chong performing a perfect jumping front kick on a 22-year-old...
Black Belt Team
Jun 13, 2024


Ikram Aliskerov Ready to Shine at UFC Vegas 93, this Saturday
Ikram Aliskerov, a rising Russian middleweight, has adapted to the unpredictability of fight schedules with grace and resilience.
Black Belt Team
Jun 12, 2024


Stunning Photos of Sensei Keiko Fukuda (The Last Living Student of Judo's Founder Kanō Jigorō) by Iconic Photographer Cathy Cade
Judo practitioner Sensei Keiko Fukuda (born April 12, 1913, Tokyo, Japan and died February 9, 2013 at 99 years old in San Francisco, CA)..
Tom Callos + Black Belt Team
Jun 11, 2024


Superstar Erko Jun among first fighters confirmed for BRAVE CF’s return to Slovenia
BRAVE Combat Federation has announced the first fighters confirmed for its return to Slovenia, scheduled for September 28 in Ljubljana
Black Belt Team
Jun 10, 2024


Action Flick Pick: Wanted Man
Martial arts and action movie legend, Dolph Lundgren spent years bringing Wanted Man to life.
Black Belt Team
Jun 7, 2024


Daito-Ryu 101: Aikijujutsu Has Influenced Many Martial Arts - Its Time to Learn More About It
Daito-ryu aikijujutsu is definitely not the world’s most popular martial art. It’s not even close...
S.D. Seong
Jun 6, 2024


Itsuki Hirata Learning From Failure To Succeed At ONE 167
Itsuki Hirata was one of ONE Championship's fastest-rising atomweights.
Black Belt Team
Jun 5, 2024


Karate Illustrated Cover Story Throwback: Carlos Bunda 1970
The August 1970 Karate Illustrated featured one of Southern California's top competitors Carlos Bunda, featured on the cover with his...
Black Belt Team
Jun 2, 2024


Cover Story Throwback: Hee-il Cho (1990)
In his 4th cover of Black Belt, Tae Kwon Do Master Hee-il Cho demonstrates his jumping twist kick in a cover shot by Doug Churchill
Black Belt Team
May 30, 2024
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