The Aikido Ikkyo wrist grab defense is a great martial art to defend against wrist grabs. Watch this free martial arts video and learn the simplest Aikido technique to avoid a wrist grab. Defend against the wrist grab with Aikido Ikkyo - Part 1 of 10.
Find out how Veronica Webb gets her booty of steel. It takes a good workout to look good and stay super model gorgeous. This Modelinia video shows you the workout that can get you as hot an ass as Veronica! Her workout partner shows you some capoeira moves, Brazil's martial art. Workout with supermodel Veronica Webb & capoeira.
In northern style kung fu, practice the rising block, reverse punch, shin kick, side kick and side punch combination to add power to a martial arts arsenal. Perform this unique attack combo with tips from a professional kung fu instructor in this free martial arts video. Perform a northern style Kung Fu combination - Part 1 of 20.
Considered one of the best stuntmen of the 20th century, Cyril Raffaelli has been in many films, including Luc Besson's The Transporter and John Frankenheimer's Ronin.
Tan Tui, in kung fu, is a basic Chinese drill used to help improve your martial arts technique. Learn a Tan Tui opening drill from a professional martial arts instructor in this free martial arts video. Improve your technique with the Kung Fu Tan Tui drill - Part 1 of 11.
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We are embarking upon a new year. As usual, some of us will make "resolutions." There isn't anything wrong with setting goals for the year. It's actually a good idea. It may help focus the energy we bring to life.
Brenda Starr the Film: Sergio Kato and Brooke Shields.
This is the demo showing how to stretch your muscles for martial arts that will make our body so flexible. Most of the people having problem on posterior muscles of thighs when they try to kick their legs upwards. We can avoid these types of problems by stretching your muscles 15- 30 minutes a day. There are different types of stretching! The first thing you should practice is splitting your legs almost 180 degree on the ground! You have to stay in this position for five minutes. You should a...
In kung fu, use the twisting elbow lock to counter against the punch or grab attack. Perform this intricate defense move with tips from a professional kung fu instructor in this free martial arts video. Counter an attack with a Kung Fu twisting elbow twist - Part 1 of 10.
A rear wrist grab is easily defended in Aikido with the Nikyo technique. Learn this ancient Aikido self defense move from a martial arts expert in this free video clip and be prepared. Defend against rear wrist grabs with Aikido Nikyo - Part 1 of 10.
A double leg kick takes you completely vertical facing the ceiling. Learn the double leg kick from a from a taekwondo expert in this free martial arts video. Perform a Taekwondo double leg kick - Part 1 of 15.
The taekwondo front kick is one of the most basic kicks used in taekwondo. Learn the front kick from a taekwondo expert in this free martial arts video. Perform a Taekwondo front kick - Part 1 of 15.
Tan Tuis, in kung fu, are basic Chinese drills used to help improve your martial arts technique. Learn the Tan Tui three opening drill from a professional kung fu instructor in this free martial arts video. Do the Kung Fu opening drills Tan Tui - Part 1 of 11.
Pulp heroism rules! And everyone's favorite masked vigilante hits the big screen tomorrow night, thanks to fantastical filmmaker Michel Gondry and his new superhero movie, The Green Hornet.
Dashi is a traditional Japanese broth recipe that uses kombu kelp, katsuo flakes and cold water. It has a savory, umami flavor and is used as the base in many Japanese soups, such as the popular and versatile udon noodle soup. Make traditional Japanese dashi broth to use as a stock.
A traditional taste of the Emerald Isle, with a powerful whiskey kick. So popular that the Irish host an annual festival in its honor! Make a traditional Irish Coffee cocktail.
The crane balancing technique, in kung fu, is important for improving stability and overall strength. Learn to perform the crane balance from a professional kung fu instructor in this free martial arts video. Perform the Crane balancing technique in Kung Fu - Part 1 of 5.
These versatile eggs can be served almost any time! You will need: 2 eggs per serving (this video uses quail eggs), 2 ounces fresh sausage, 1 chicken egg, flour and panko braedcrumbs for dredging, 2 ounces sliced and roasted peppers, 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar, olive oil and mixed greens to garnish. Make traditional sausage wrapped Scotch eggs.
In this "Baking With Julia" episode, Julia Child demonstrates how to make traditional French bread. Use terra cotta tiles to bake the loaf in the oven. Make traditional French bread.
A traditional and popular Italian dish serving spaghetti with a baked tomato and beef sauce. The original and still the best! Try this Spaghetti Bolognese recipe. Make traditional Italian spaghetti bolognese.
In this "Baking With Julia" episode, Julia Child demonstrates how to make traditional Swedish oatmeal hardtack. These are very thin crispy Scandinavian crackers. Make traditional Swedish hardtack.
The full crunch exercise, in kung fu, will help strengthen your palms and the tops of your feet. Learn more about the full crunch exercise from a professional kung fu instructor in this free martial arts video. Strengthen yourself with the Kung Fu full crunch - Part 1 of 6.
In kung fu, combine the jump toe kick and tornado kick to produce a powerful attack sequence. Perform the jump toe kick and tornado kick combo with tips from a professional kung fu instructor in this free martial arts video. Perform a Kung Fu kick combination - Part 1 of 20.
The arm bar is a great self-defense maneuver to use when being attacked from behind. Learn to perform the arm bar for self-defense from a professional martial arts instructor in this free combat video. Defend against a back attack with the arm bar - Part 1 of 17.
Use the lead hand to block in praying mantis fighting techniques. Learn how to do praying mantis kung fu palm block counter punches in this free martial arts video from a black belt instructor. Execute Praying Mantis Kung Fu counter punches - Part 1 of 23.
Part wild horses mane is a Tai Chi maneuver that's sometimes performed as a zig zag pattern transitioning movement. Learn to perform this transitional movement from a professional Tai Chi instructor in this free martial arts video. Do the Tai Chi move "Part Wild Horses Mane" - Part 1 of 15.
French film Banlieue 13 introduced David Belle and the art of parkour to the the world. Haven't seen it? How about James Bond's Casino Royale? Belle choreographed the opening chase that garnered the film much of its praise and laurels.
The perfect way to get rid of leftovers! Start with some corned beef and potatoes, then add in chopped onions, peppers or whatever else suits your fancy! Add some salt, pepper and Worchestershire sauce. Traditionally served with either eggs or boiled cabbage. Make a traditional Irish corned beef hash.
It's not just the sauce that makes the steak, it's the rub you put on the meat as well. To make the perfect rancher's rub, you need: 1/2 cup ancho chili powder (or pure chili powder), 1/2 cup mild paprika, 1/4 cup kosher salt, 1/4 cup sugar and 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper. Grill a ribeye steak with a traditional rancher's rub.
Dukkah is a bit like hummus - it is a an ancient recipe that blends roasted nuts, spices and sesame seeds into a delicious, savory condiment. You can serve it with bread, fresh vegetables or use it as sandwich dressing. Make your own traditional dukkah recipe at home.
A classic of Persian or Iranian cuisine is the simple mirza gashemi. To make this at home, you will need: 2 eggplants, 5 tomatoes, 1/2 cup olive oil, 1 tablespoons of garlic, salt and pepper, turmeric, 2 eggs and chopped fresh parsley. Make the traditional Iranian dish mirza gashemi.
A shortbread cookie is made from sugar, butter, salt and flour. Because the dough is so simple, you can use cookie cutters to cut them into fun shapes and then decorate. A great recipe to bring to any party or potluck. Make traditional shortbread cookies for decorating.
This recipe calls for milk, sugar, yeast, flour and eggs. The amount of eggs gives this bread a light and fluffy flavor, with a thick, flaky crust. It's not very hard, you just need to set aside time for the dough to chill. Bake a traditional French brioche bread.
In order to make and eat Polenta the traditional way, you will need the following: 600 grams polenta flour, 1.5 liters of warm water, 2 liters of boiling vegetable or meat stock, salt, and a tomato meat sauce. Slowly add the polenta to the water. Add it a little at a time, stirring it constantly. A wire whisk may help you to avoid lumps. Bring to a boil. Add the stock one ladle at a time. Stir it as you add the stock. Allow it to cook for 30 minutes.
IMAGINE you are an experienced martial arts referee. You are asked to score a number of taekwondo bouts, shown to you on video. In each bout, one combatant is wearing red, the other blue. Would clothing colour make any difference to your impartial, expert judgement? Of course it wouldn’t.
A demonstration of Ubisoft's Your Shape: Fitness Evolved for the Xbox 360's Kinect. This was probably the best demonstration for Kinect out of the whole conference. The game will come out around the same time of the launch of Kinect in November.
Learn how to fold napkins in the traditional manner. This video shows you step by step how to do it. Fold a traditional napkin (Pliage classique).
This pudding won't make you sad, it's a recipe developed during the Great Depression. For this recipe, you will need: 2 eggs, 1 1/2 sticks of butter, 1 cup sugar, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 2 1/4 cups flour, 2 cups heavy cream and 2 cups pure maple syrup. Make a traditional Pudding Chomeur, or Depression Pudding.
What makes this recipe different is the egg and lemon sauce that gives it a bit of zing. You will also need one jar of grape leaves, 1 pound of ground beef, beef stock, rice, olive oil, onion, parsley, salt and pepper. Make fresh and delicious traditional dolmades (Greek stuffed grape leaves).
