Articles by Andrew Zerling

About Andrew Zerling
Andrew Zerling began his martial arts journey in 1987. Zerling is a black belt martial artist with extensive experience in a variety of styles. His work has appeared in the Journal of Asian Martial Arts, Black Belt Magazine, MMA Uncaged Magazine and other well-known magazines.   Zerling’s first article in Black Belt Magazine, “The Neck: The Grappler’s Secret Weapon,” was fully featured in the book “The Ultimate Guide to Grappling” published by Black Belt Books. Additionally, Zerling is the author of the multi-award-winning book “Sumo for Mixed Martial Arts: Winning Clinches, Takedowns, and Tactics” (YMAA Publication Center), which is available on Amazon and Barnes & Noble. Zerling holds a B.S. in biology from Temple University in Philadelphia and has been a technical writer for the food and drug industry. He resides in New Jersey.   You’ll love Zerling's eBook available on the Amazon Kindle titled “Juggling for Peak Athletic Performance: Cross-Training Guide.” Elevate your game through the sport of juggling. Unlock your athletic potential with juggling cross-training. Have you been searching for an innovative cross-training activity that will give you an outstanding edge in competition? This 65-page eBook on juggling cross-training for peak athletic performance is very possibly what you’re seeking. Check out this website for more info: https://www.thejugglingathlete.com/

Girl Power: Margot Sathaye

June 16, 2024 Andrew Zerling 0

    Girl Power Margot Sathaye By: Andrew Zerling Introduction During Judo competitions many thrown bodies hit the mat and important lessons are learned. Judo came from feudal Japanese samurai warrior hand-to-hand combat on the battlefield, but now Judo is respected as an Olympic sport. Judo is a male-dominated martial art [Read More]

Juggling for the Martial Arts: Supercharge Your Skills

September 9, 2021 Andrew Zerling 5

Introduction Metal weapons clashed violently together in combat. On the Great Wall of China, over two thousand years ago, ancient Chinese warriors were defending their country against brutal nomadic invaders. Warriors of the past greatly relied on their mind-body skills and not fancy technology. In fact, some ancient Chinese warriors [Read More]