A 40-year-old member asked:
what are the health benefits of doing kenpo or any other martial art?
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Dr. Carl Deirmengian answered
Orthopedic Surgery 22 years experience
Health benefits: Martial arts are great to promote flexibility, strength and stamina. They are generally good at strengthening all of the major muscle groups, as well as providing cardiovascular training.
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