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Why does a Taekwondo belt need to be even?

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Julee Peck Jones is a Taekwondo Expert and the Owner of Pecks TaeKwonDo America in Raleigh, North Carolina. Julee has over 35 years of experience and teaches self-defense, the benefits of exercise, and leadership development. The objective of her work is to help improve physical health and build confidence for students of all ages through martial arts training. She was Taekwondo America's President & CEO from 2013 to 2017 and is a licensed Master Instructor. She received her B.A. in Psychology and Theater Arts from the University of St. Thomas, Texas.

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There's symbolism behind having the ends of the belt be even. It's a representation of the balance of the Yin and Yang that are in Taekwondo and the Korean philosophy. One side represents your mental strength, while the other side represents your physical strength. So, you want to have those belt ends be even because you want to be balanced both mentally and physically.

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Does this tell me how to tie a white belt?

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Yes, it is the same steps regardless of what color the belt is.

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I'm interested in resuming Taekwondo after a three year gap. What practice should I do before joining my academy?

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Work to become more flexible, do some yoga, and eat a healthy diet.

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My belt is too short to be wrapped by two ends. What should I do?

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It would be best to get a longer belt that fits you. There isn't really a fix if your belt is just short. Try to improvise and make it look good however you can.

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My belt is too long, what should I do?

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Try wrapping the belt twice or maybe three times before knotting in place. Ask your instructor if they have a shorter belt that is easier for you to tie.

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My belt keeps on untying but I keep pulling it tighter but it still keeps untying, any advice?

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Make sure that you're doing the knot correctly and that both sides are the same length. If they're not the same length, it won't work. Also, make sure that you try each method to see which one works for you. If possible, ask a friend to help you tie it. Maybe they can help you.

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I was a green belt a decade ago. I stopped because I moved. If I start again, will I be a green belt or do I have to go back to white?

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Most places will have you start back at a white belt. Additionally, be sure to prepare your body before you restart: drink plenty of water, eat a healthy diet, stretch, etc.)

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