TERM PAPER The martial arts are a term that refers to all of the various systems of training for combat that have been arranged or systematized Generally these different systems or styles are all designed for one purpose physically defeating opponents and defending against threats However martial arts have also been practiced for a number of reasons such as self defense military and law enforcement applications mental and spiritual development also as entertainment and the preservation of a nation s intangible cultural heritage There are many effect of learning martial arts in human life Hence this article explains how martial arts training give effects to the trainees The martial arts are important practices in people lifestyle It can be a great exercise that included fitness sport self defence combat skill self cultivation mental discipline character development self confidence and also as alternative therapy for some medical conditions Sharpe PA 2007 The training may help improve self esteem confidence and body image There are huge numbers of different physical activities that have varied from physically inactive to high intensity activity