LOOK: Celebrities who trained in martial arts
GMA Network is set to air an exciting array of new action-packed shows, among which are the action-adventure series Mga Lihim ni Urduja, and the mecha-anime series Voltes V: Legacy. Because of this, the stars of the series have been busy training in martial arts for their respective roles to deliver some of the best action scenes viewers can see.
Aside from self-defense, martial arts is also a great way to stay fit and active, especially if people have no time to go to the gym. It's one of the best cardio exercises, a way to train muscles, coordination, balance, and discipline. That's why some celebrities chose to train in different martial arts too and are clearly enjoying the benefits.
Take a look at which celebrities who kick it on TV and can also kick it on the floors mats:
Kylie Padilla
Kylie Padilla started her training for her role in Mga Lihim ni Urduja together with co-star Vin Abrenica. In an interview, Kylie said that she asked her dad, action star Robin Padilla for help with her training.
Vin Abrenica
Vin Abrenica, meanwhile, has been training in the Filipino martial arts Arnis. He's doing it for his cardio workout, too.
Jeric Gonzales
Aside from Vin, Jeric Gonzales has also been doing some martial arts training for his role in Mga Lihim ni Urduja.
Jasmine Curtis-Smith
There is a reason why Jasmine Curtis-Smith is a pandesal girl and the best way for her to achieve those abs is to train in the gym and do some martial arts training, including MMA or mixed martial arts.
Yassi Pressman
As a dancer, Yassi Pressman needs to be fit and agile and one of the best ways she can achieve that is by training in martial arts.
Ruru Madrid
Ruru Madrid is also into martial arts, including arnis. He used it as part of his preparation for his hit series 'Lolong' where he used Filipino martial arts to keep the criminals at bay when he was moonlighting as a vigilante.
Cristine Reyes
Actress Cristine Reyes also trained in Jiu-Jitsu, a martial art that focuses on grappling and takedowns. Additionally, she also trained in Kali, the bladed weapons branch of Filipino martial arts for a role in a movie.
Raphael Landicho
'Voltes V: Legacy' star Raphael Landicho trained in Taekwondo, a martial art focused on kicks.
Rocco Nacino
Elias definitely did not need the help of Ibarra as its actor, Rocco Nacino, trained in Jiu-Jitsu. Not only that, he also teaches kids self-defense, discipline, and being humble.
