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How often should I stretch?

"Master Amy, how often should I be stretching?" I get this question often for all ages of students. To be honest, everyday for about 10mins will not only gradually improve your body's condition but will boost your energy too! The main reason we encourage stretching especially prior to class is to prevent injury. When we stretch, we are controlling our breathing and awakening our muscles to prepare them for practice. Stretching at least 15-30 mins prior to training is ideal so that you can give your body plenty of time. Stretching naturally will help to increase overall reach and flexibility. This way you can extend those roundhouse kicks high. When we stretch properly, we also help ....
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Are you drinking enough water?

About 60-70% of our body is composed of water. I recently learned that 90% of our blood is water. That's why it is recommended to drink 8 glasses of 80z water each day to stay hydrated and keep our body functioning properly. Drinking that much water daily easier said than done though for some of us isn't it? I get caught up in a million and one things at any given moment, I actually forget to drink water throughout the day. Can anybody relate? Water acts as a cushion and natural lubricant for our joints, muscles and organs. Aid's in healthier skin and weight loss. I also notice that I have less headaches with drinking more water. This is because the water helps carry oxygen flow ....
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Try this next time you make the kids do chores

With everyone being at home more now than ever, mom and dad would love some help around the house. We see value is delegating chores at home and no age is too young. Whether it is cleaning up toys after playtime, clearing the table after dinner, doing dishes or taking the trash out... everyone can give a hand. Chores are a great way to practice teamwork, learn responsibility and learn life skills. It also helps us to appreciate the things we have a bit more. Next time you do chores try this: Parents, you write 5 chores that you'd like to see done. Then, Let the kids pick 1 more chore to add to the list. Roll 2 dice and whatever #'s they land on are the 2 chores that need to be ....
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Best foods to eat after class

So, you worked hard in class tonight and need to re-fuel your body. What we put into our bodies will translate into the energy we are able to put out. It is important to eat the right foods in order to get the most of your training. Try to eat something no later than 60 minutes after class and drink lots of water. Here is a short list of foods you can choose from: Berries; especially Blueberries. These little guys are superfoods! Blueberries are high in antioxidants and high in Potassium and Vitamin C. They aid in quickly replenishing your body. Eggs. Eggs are high in protein which helps with muscle building and repairing. Just one egg contains about 6g of protein and contains all the ....
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A takeaway from 2020...

Happy New Year everyone! To the year 2020, wow, what can besaid that hasn't already been said? You really put us all to the test. You threw just about every obstacle our way and when we finally thought we got a grip, you continued to surprise us. 2020 is officially behind us and although the pandemic is not over, we are hopeful that 2021 will bring us joy and normalcy. Let's take a moment to reflect as we step into 2021. If I had to put it in one word, it would be... Resilience. Parents were forced to work from home, children were forced to virtual, many businesses shut down and caused for loss of jobs, homes etc. We went through shortages of hand sanitizer, Lysol wipes, N-95 masks, ....
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2019 Children's Attention Home Fundraiser

Our students participated in a kickathon event to raise money to support the children in need at the Rock Hill, SC Children's Attention Home! This youth social services organization provides shelter and care for displaced children. For our 2019 community project, we were able to raise a total of $4,905.85! ....
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Welcome To Our New Website! We’re Proud To Serve Charlotte with Kids Martial Arts! At Usk Martial Arts, we are working hard to go above and beyond for every person who walks through our doors. And you could be next! We are offering Charlotte a hands-on approach to Kids Martial Arts. And you don’t need any prior experience to succeed! Come visit us at Usk Martial Arts and see for yourself what makes us the best Kids Martial Arts facility in town. Just fill out the "Request Information" form on the side of the page and stop in for a visit today! And don't forget to click below to visit us on our social media pages!! ....
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Erin S.

Hello, I’m usually not a big fan of sharing with the public but this is not normal times! I am so proud of USK as a company, as friends, and as a big part of our family. Everything y’all have done to stay connected with us and still provide us with classes has been amazing and so appreciated. It meant so much to me as a mom that y’all made the belt test happen, but even more to Amelia. She has worked so hard to earn her greenbelt and it has been a daily topic of conversation around her for months! Today to see the pride in her face as she tested for you and then read your email, it was truly wonderful. So again thank you so much for all that you do!

Sincerely, Erin Schmid

Laura

We have been very pleased with our experience at USK Martial arts. Our daughter, who is a type 1 diabetic, enjoys the chance to be active without the pressure of competition. She loves that each time she practices, she has the opportunity to reach a new goal. She has become disciplined in practicing her forms and terminology in hopes of reaching her next belt goal. She did not seem like the personality to enjoy structure, but she has thrived in the classes and is the first to yell "yes sir" or "yes ma'am". I was leary at first, but I have been won over. Master Amy has taken special attention to my daughter. Several times she has taken time to personally help achieve goals and encourage my daughter to try her hardest, going as far as to let me video tape a form lesson. We appreciate the extra 5 minutes that she gave us when she saw that we needed help. We have been pleased with all of the instructors, each adding something different to the studio. They are all kind, yet firm and have expectations that have pushed my daughter to try her hardest. We have had the pleasure of having Grand Master Kim teach as well, which I think is wonderful that he takes the time to even teach the white belts. He doesn't act "too good" but seems genuinly invested in the kids starting with good form and a passion for what they are learning and gives reasons behind why things need to be the way that they are. All in all, we have are very happy with our experience and look forward to seeing our daughter move up through her belts and meeting all of her goals and seeing the structure and discipline flow over into our home.

Justin C.

My girls and I began taking classes at USK Fort Mill in January of 2017. They came highly recommended and they have not dissapointed. Master Amy and Mister Howie are top notch instructors and more importantly, top notch people. Both of our girls have shown tremendous improvement in their behavior both at home and at school. Take the plunge if you are considering USK... your family will love it!

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