PERSUASIVE OUTLINE SPEECH

GENERAL PURPOSE: To persuade

SPECIFIC PURPOSE: To persuade my audience about the benefits of learning

the martial arts.

CENTRAL IDEA: The three benefits of learning martial arts can keep the body
healthy, improve self-discipline, and protect yourself from any
physical threat.

INTRODUCTION
i. Attention Getter

When we talk about money,

we often think is it enough
until last month while waiting
for our
next salary? We always hear
and see in religious books and
some motivational speeches
talk
about saving money is
important as we getting older.
I bet, when you see my title of
the
speech today, “Saving Money”
you must feel weird because
we often see the media
presenting that money is
important when we retired.
And today, I want to suggest
that this
phrase is totally true because if
you think money is nothing,
actually you’re not spending it
right
When we talk about money,
we often think is it enough
until last month while waiting
for our
next salary? We always hear
and see in religious books and
some motivational speeches
talk
about saving money is
important as we getting older.
I bet, when you see my title of
the
speech today, “Saving Money”
you must feel weird because
we often see the media
presenting that money is
important when we retired.
And today, I want to suggest
that this
phrase is totally true because if
you think money is nothing,
actually you’re not spending it
right
Before I start, I am going to ask you guys some questions. Have you guys ever heard
about martial arts? Do you guys know, martial arts are very important to human life?
Martial arts are a form of physical exercise used to protect oneself from an unarmed
enemy. It has existed for many years and varies according to the region and the
cultural elements and traditions of each. For example, in the Southeast Asian region
there are martial arts such as silat and muay thai while in the East Asian region, there are
the arts of taekwondo and judo.

ii. Reveal Topic

Today, I would like to share with you the three benefits of learning the martial arts.

iii. Preview

There are three benefits which are can keep the body healthy, improve self-
discipline, and protect yourself from any physical threat.

TRANSITION
Now, let’s begin with the first benefit which is martial arts can keep the body healthy.
BODY (MAIN POINT 1)
Martial arts can keep the body healthy
1. Martial arts can be healthy for the body because it involves many movements of the
body. According to scientific research, toxins from the body will come out through this
tough activity.

1.1 According to the research from Azlanrumadi, all training and learning involve
physical activity where our strength will be focused on movements capable of
 defeating enemies or threats. In addition, it can help build hand-eye
coordination dexterity especially.

1.2 Next, we will also do activities that involve cardiovascular such as running
and jogging because it is the basis of martial arts. This physical activity
without you realizing it will help you burn a lot of calories and fat in your body
and contribute to your weight loss. You may not be aware of this if you are
focused on learning the basic techniques of the martial arts you are
practicing.

1.3 Therefore, not only muscle strength can be achieved when we participate in
martial arts classes, but it can also provide good physical health and provide
ideal posture and body weight if we practice or do training consistently. With
various health problems plaguing society today, it is appropriate for us to
consider this art as a tool to avoid being affected by any disease because
prevention is better than treatment.

TRANSITION

Alright, let’s move on to the next benefit which is martial arts can improve self-discipline.

(MAIN POINT 2)

Martial arts can improve self-discipline

2. Throughout the training of martial arts there is no denying that you will always be
tested in various ways. Physically and mentally, you will always test the limits of your
endurance.

2.1 According to the article from ipendidikan.seni-mempertahankan-diri, we can

observe where every martial art is concerned with controlling one's emotions
before doing any action. As in life, we cannot make decisions involving
emotions because they are unstable. On the other hand, we need to always
be rational and realistic in making any decision or action. This value is very
important and must be taught so they will be more mature and able to give
the best results.

2.2 In fact, martial arts help us to be on time better. This situation can directly
shape a person's identity with positive and useful values. Although at first it is
difficult for some of us to change but with a strong spirit, we can change
ourselves to be better than yesterday.
TRANSITION

So, we already know the two benefits of learning the martial arts. Now we will go through the
last point which is can protect yourself from any physical threat

(MAIN POINT 3)

Martial arts can protect yourself from any physical threat

3. In recent times, criminal cases such as cases of kidnapping, extortion and sexual
harassment have become more prevalent and become headlines in news broadcasts
and newspapers. This scenario has made the community feel uneasy because the
threat of crime can happen to anyone at any time.

3.1 According to the article in level3Karate.com, by learning martial arts, we can

know what steps need to be taken in the event of a threat against us. Our
mentality will also be more prepared to make the right decision and act
efficiently because this situation can only be learned if we know martial arts.

3.2 Next, martial arts exist so that one learns how to properly control and defend
oneself if one ever encounters an attacker. Therefore, martial arts prepare
you to face an opponent or attacker and develop speed in responding to
urgent situations. It is also able to save your life in the face of unexpected
threats.

INTERNAL SUMMARY

I hope this is enough information to convince you all about the benefits of learning martial
arts. When you learn martial arts, it can keep your body healthy, improve your self-
discipline, and protect yourself from any physical threat.

TRANSITION: Now, we are done with all the explanations regarding the benefits of learning
the martial arts. Let us move to the conclusion.

CONCLUSION

In conclusion, conventional society should broaden its horizons and start appreciating
martial arts, especially those originating from our country. Therefore, we should be
responsible for preserving and developing the martial arts inherited from our ancestors
because they represent a heritage and tradition that cannot be found anywhere else. I will
end my speech with a quote from Bruce Lee, "A goal is not always meant to be reached,
it often serves simply as something to aim it." Thank you.
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