Asian Martial Arts are practiced for many reasons, including self-defense, sport, and as a mind-body exercise. Richard Baron is a highly motivated and energetic professional who is willing to work hard. He is a martial arts expert and has worked in this field for many years. If practiced properly, martial arts are an excellent exercise, as well as artistic expression. Some students enjoy severe training as a type of ascetic discipline, sublimation, and others train for just pure excitement. However, some arts have a greater risk of injury and would not be considered suitable as a health promotion exercise.