Karate demands high levels of strength, endurance, and mental focus. Proper nutrition plays a key role in achieving and maintaining physical and mental readiness for intense training and competitions. In this article, we’ll explore the best nutritional strategies for karate athletes, the foods that help optimize energ…

Foto: wkf The 13th edition of the World Cadet, Junior & U21 Karate Championships will be held in Venice (Italy) from October 9 to 13. This event stands as the pinnacle for young karatekas, representing the most massive tournament in the sport and a must-watch for enthusiasts worldwide. Venice-Jesolo is also a majo…

Foto: wkf   The 2024 Mediterranean Karate Championships will take place from September 20 to 22 in Olbia, Italy. This prestigious event will gather over 400 of the best karate athletes from 18 Mediterranean countries, competing across Cadet, Junior, and Senior divisions. The tournament will also feature a beach compet…

Foto: wkf The final day of the Karate 1-Series A in Salzburg was filled with high-energy performances, as four champions emerged in their respective categories. The climactic event saw Quentin Mahauden and Maryam Ajaray, both from Belgium and  Brian Timmermans of the Netherlands and Pamela Bodei of Italy winning the l…

Foto: wikipedia   The final Karate 1-Series A event of the season kicked off in Salzburg with a thrilling first day of competition. Leading the way to gold were Ariel Torres, Johanna Kneer, Rizvan Talibov, and Valentina Zapata, each delivering standout performances in their respective categories. Female Kata: Zapata c…

Karate and kickboxing are both popular martial arts, but they have different origins, techniques, and philosophies. Here's a comparison of the two: 1. Origin: Karate: Originated in Okinawa, Japan, and has its roots in traditional Chinese martial arts. It was later influenced by Japanese martial arts, making it a b…

Shotokan karate is one of the most well-known and widespread styles of karate. Developed by Gichin Funakoshi, this style focuses on strong, direct techniques and disciplined, formal practice. The basic techniques in Shotokan karate can be divided into several categories: stances (dachi), hand strikes (tsuki and uchi),…

Anzhelika Terliuga (ukr. Анжеліка Терлюга) is a distinguished Ukrainian karateka born on March 23, 1992, in Odessa, Ukraine. She is renowned for her significant successes in international karate competitions, particularly in the kumite (sparring) category. Early life and career beginnings Anzhelika began practicing ka…

Foto: WKF   The first day of the Karate competition at the African Games in Accra, Ghana, showcased a captivating display of skill and determination among athletes from across the continent. Egypt emerged as a dominant force, securing multiple gold medals, while other nations also put up commendable performances. In t…

Foto: rafaelaghayev.com   Rafael  Aghayev (Azerbaijani: Rafael Ağayev) was born on March 4, 1985, in Sumqayit, Azerbaijan SSR. He is a prominent Azerbaijani karateka with an impressive list of achievements. At the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo, Japan, he clinched the silver medal in the men's kumite 75 kg division…

Foto: WKF   The Karate 1-Premier League, the biggest event in karate, is returning to Turkey with the 2024 Karate 1-Premier League set to take place in Antalya from March 15 to 17, 2024. As one of the leading nations in the sport and a center for major events, Turkey will host the second Karate 1-Premier League tourna…

Foto: WKF   The African Games in Accra, Ghana, serve as a pivotal platform for Karate enthusiasts across the continent, attracting the best talents from various nations. With over 5000 athletes participating in 23 disciplines, the event holds significant importance, especially as it marks Karate's ninth appearance…

Foto: wkf The second day of the 2024 Karate 1 Youth League in Fujairah, UAE, was marked by thrilling performances from young karatekas who demonstrated their skills and determination across various categories. The event celebrated youth talent, with participants from around the world showcasing their best in pursuit o…

Foto: WKF In a spectacular display of talent, the opening day of the 2024 Karate 1 Youth League in Fujairah witnessed an exceptional triumph for Egyptian athletes, who secured an impressive six gold medals. The 2024 Karate 1-Youth League in Fujairah marks the beginning of the season for Karate’s series of internationa…

In the Male Kata division, spectators were treated to a showcase of skill and precision as Ryusei Ikeda of Japan advanced to the final alongside compatriot Yasuhiro Machida, setting up an All-Japan final. Ikeda secured his spot in the final by defeating Rey Chinen of the United States with a score of 42.00 to 41.30, w…

The opening day of the 2024 Karate 1 Series A in Larnaca, Cyprus, showcased intense competition as athletes battled through the elimination rounds in the first categories. Representatives from Japan demonstrated strength as they reached six final spots today. In the Female Kata category, Sakura Alforte of the Philip…

The city of Larnaca, located in Cyprus, is set to host the second Karate 1-Series A event of the season from February 16 to 18, 2024. Following the tournament in Athens, Greece, the series of international events moves to Larnaca, where an eagerly anticipated tournament will take place at the Kition Athletic Centre. S…

Foto - equipedefrancekarate   The 2024 European Karate Federation (EKF) Cadet, Junior & U21 Championships kicked off today in Tbilisi, Georgia, with an impressive display of skill and precision in the Kata categories. Favorites such as Paola Garcia Lozano of Spain, Mai-Linh Bui of France, and Guido Polsinelli of I…

The city of Tbilisi in Georgia is poised to create a historic moment as it hosts the European Karate Federation (EKF) Cadet, Junior & U21 Championships for the first time. Taking place from February 9 to 11, the prestigious international karate event in the Eastern European country's capital promises an exci…

Introduction: Goju-Ryu is a traditional style of Karate that originated in Okinawa, Japan. The name "Goju-Ryu" translates to "hard-soft style," reflecting the dynamic balance between powerful, linear movements and subtle, circular techniques within this martial art. Rooted in a rich history and phi…