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Live Like a Champion
MMA great BJ Penn has spent his life preparing for his role as champion. Now that it’s here, he plans to make the most of it. By Dave Cater, with BJ Penn and Tom Callos

Where Are They Now? – Chuck Merriman
One of karate’s greatest modern names looks back on a groundbreaking career. By Dave Cater

Masters & Styles
5 sifu show you how their style defends against an attack from behind.

Bubba: The Perfect Training Dummy
Use full power and full force anytime without risking serious injury to your training partner. Interview by Al Iba

Cane-Fu Gets A-Head
We offer three simple cane head control techniques anyone can learn. By Eric Stalloch

A Life-Changing Experience
Fang shen do brings out a student’s natural instincts and gives him tools to face life’s challenges with confidence. Interview by Dave Cater

Power of the Tiger
Pengda-jin is designed by nature to stabilize the lower torso during forceful action. By Dr. John P. Painter

Putting Your Best Side Forward
For JKD practitioners, the days of fighting from the strong-side lead are over. By David Cheng

5 Animals Fundamental Training
Wu xing quan training sequences are shorter than the five animal forms and coordinate basic patterns of attack and defense. By Travis Alschbach

Yang’s High-Powered Combat Set
The Yang fast form is one of the most-effective, yet least-understood fighting sets. By Robert Dreeben

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