Body hardening is a very important aspect of martial arts if you are planning on competing in a combat sport. Body hardening, also known as iron body, allows the body to both receive and deliver impact without significant damage.
This video shows a method used by Shaolin masters to strengthen the head and harden the skull. Enjoy!
Body hardening toughens the body for combat scenarios. Having tough and durable hands are highly important when performing and combat training or competition. Your hand will sustain a lot of punishment through the repetitive training techniques. But with the proper iron palm training, you can strengthen your hands to become powerful and durable weapons.
In this video, you will learn how to perform shaolin iron palm training techniques. Iron palm training will reduce your risk of injury, and allow for longer and tougher training sessions.
Martial arts was originally developed to be used for combat and protection against potential threats such as bandits. During any combat situation, injury is always a possibility.
In order to reduce injuries and pain, many martial arts practitioners have discovered that using body hardening can reduce the risk of pain and enable you to continue fighting uninhibited. Body hardening, also known as iron body, can increase your resistance to pain and injury.
Check out the above video to learn a great iron leg training technique than can be used to strengthen the legs for combat.
