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Karate has tremendous benefits for body, mind and spirit.  Physically, karate is good for the heart, strengthens bones, builds muscle, creates resilience,develops hand-eye coordination, and makes the body less susceptible to sicknss and injury.  Mentally, karate helps develop patience, discipline, perseverance, understanding and open-mindedness, as well as concentration and focus.  spiritually, karate builds confidence, develops self-control and increases calmness and peace.

Last updated on July 9, 2009 by Erik Larsen