Gaiam Tao T'ai Chi Pants With Calligraphy Print - Black - Unisex - S-M-L-XL

Product Description
Traditional yet designed for today, nothing gets you in the chi state-of-mind like wearing our Tao Pants. Relaxed fit with elastic drawstring waist; slightly tapered leg. With calligraphy design to remind you that living is a form of art. 100% cotton. Unisex S-M-L-XL. For a less roomy fit, order a size down. Small: 31 1/4" Waist x 50" Hips x 29 3/4" Inseam. Medium: 33 1/4" Waist x 52" Hips x 30 3/4" Inseam. Large: 35 1/4" Waist x 54" Hips x 31 3/4" Inseam. XLarge: 37 1/4" Waist x 56" Hips x 32 3/4" Inseam. Imported.

Martial Arts Pants White Poly/Cotton

Great pants for this price. They are just thick enough without being too hot while doing Tae Kwon Do. They wash great and come out of the dryer ready to be worn. My son and I are both happy with them. the size chart was accurate in choosing the correct size too.

Why Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Is Beneficial To Everyone

When most people think of martial arts, the Jackie Chan movies come to mind, or simply fighting in a ring. While some martial arts styles are taught as standing tools, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu teaches ground-based techniques and can be a useful tool to have if you are ever approached by a criminal.

In the chance that you are overpowered by an attacker, you should fall straight to the ground. This will give the attacker a false sense of power as it seems he has the upper hand, but this is actually a key position for the guard, a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu technique.

The purpose of the guard is to use your legs to prevent the attacker from mounting or pinning you and blocking any punches or scratches he throws. It is simple to shift positions once you have succeeded in this one.

The arm drag to arm bar maneuver will let you gain power by placing you in a dominant position. Just pull his sleeves toward you with your hands, hook one hand under his leg and place the other on his face to control his head. Shift your body so your leg swings over his face and arch your body to sufficiently apply the arm bar—your opponent’s arm will be trapped by your tricep. Attack him as you feel necessary with a couple punches in the stomach, etc.; anything you need to demobilize him enough to get away.