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15 Great Holiday Gifts for the Martial Artist

There is a proverb in the martial arts community that studying martial arts is not about fighting, it’s about building character.  So I am guessing if you have a martial artist on your holiday list, that they are a real character.  Here is a list of great gifts for the person that loves to punch... Read more »

By Katalin Rodriguez Ogren,
December 14, 2014 at 9:16 pm • 

Event to Raise Awareness for Domestic Violence & Clara's House a Southside Shelter

December is a month filled with days and moments dedicated to family and friends.  The efforts made to be generous and more considerate of others make December a truly joyous time of the year.  But the best part of year’s end and holiday spirit is the commitment many make towards being charitable towards strangers.  There... Read more »

By Katalin Rodriguez Ogren,
December 1, 2014 at 11:36 pm • 

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  Katalin Rodriguez Ogren

  Katalin is the Owner of The POW! Gym (powgymchicago.com),which has been in the West Loop since 2001. She is a 4 time black belt and has 30+ years in the martial arts/combat sports. She is an international presenter and writer for both the martial arts and fitness community. Katalin is the mother of 3 children and married to the most handsome Chicago Firefighter. She is very active in the West Loop in Chicago and serves on the Board of Directors. Katalin is also consistently active with non-for-profits. She is author of the Book Weight Training for the Martial Arts and has written several training manuals.

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