Not for martial arts purposes. There may be other reasons that they might.
Certainly. Samurai warriors were martial artists in the truest form of the term.
I don't know of a reason why they have to. I know hundreds of highly skilled martial artists that cannot do a cartwheel.
Martial arts are no more evil then a gun or a knife, or even a stick. In fact, most true martial artists are recognized more for their contributions to society then their fighting ability. A true martial artist would never consider attacking someone for fun or just because they can. a true martial artist understands martial ethics.
There are too many variables to determine. All martial arts can be quite effective in promoting the overall fitness of an individual. More important is to find one that an individual will practice and continue practicing for a long period of time. Many martial artists live longer then the average population.
Martial Artists
National Association of Professional Martial Artists was created in 1994.
Not for martial arts purposes. There may be other reasons that they might.
The techniques that martial artist practice take a great deal of concentration. Meditation helps to clear and focus a martial artists mind so they can be develop the focus necessary to practice though's techniques.
Certainly. Samurai warriors were martial artists in the truest form of the term.
Because martial artists can break ice.
I think Jet Li is the best at martial arts
True martial arts is not a sport. It is true that the majority of people that practice a martial art are male. However, there is a very large population of female martial artists.
Lee is considered by commentators, critics, media, and other martial artists to be the most influential martial artist of all time
With an axe and a chainsaw like anyone else.
Because in fiction martial artists can break steel.
Hundreds of research projects have been done on martial artists. They involve everything from reaction times, bone density, general health, temprament and learning abilities.