A martial artist benefits from strength training a few times per week. It builds stability, stamina and power.

Think you’re hardcore -- or that you have a hard core? Prove it! These 41 midsection-mangling moves are some of the most advanced on the planet.

Measure your reach in boxing to determine the approach appropriate when sparring with an opponent.

USA Boxing coaches train at the local level, all the way up to the Olympic level. In order to be a USA Boxing coach, you must earn a certification.

The desire to go pro as a boxer is strong, but you should be sure that you're ready to make the leap.

Building reaction time and explosive power and improving hand-eye coordination will help you increase hand speed.

As a boxer, you likely spend a lot of time in the gym building your upper body strength. However, strengthening your neck and jaw muscles is just as important. Bonus - these exercises don't require more gym time!

Martial exercises vary based on the type being practiced, though some moves are more common than others.

Getting a massage every week sounds amazing — if we could only afford it. Fortunately, there are stretches you can do at home to loosen up all your tight muscles and feel as good as if you’d had an actual massage. (OK, almost as good.

Whether the elliptical or the treadmill, we love our cardio exercise machines. But strength training is vitally important, and everyone should incorporate it into their exercise routine, regardless of age or fitness level. Yes, ladies, that means you too.

Spring cleaning isn’t just about de-cluttering your house. Spring is also the perfect time to evaluate other important areas of your life that might need some scrutiny and fixes, namely your fitness routine.

A Swiss ball is one of the most versatile pieces of fitness equipment out there. You’ve probably seen people stretching or performing sit-ups on these big, squishy rubber balls, but there’s so much more you can do with one. (No, we’re not talking about using it as a giant clown nose.