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Book Synopsis Martial Arts For Dummies by : Jennifer Lawler
Download or read book Martial Arts For Dummies written by Jennifer Lawler and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2002-11-29 with total page 390 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There’s plenty of good reasons that millions of people around the world study martial arts. Besides the fact you can get a great workout when you study a martial art, you may also experience a rewarding balance between your mind, body, and spirit that you just won’t find anywhere else. Plus, it can be a lot of fun! No matter what shape you’re in, martial arts is a great way to drop extra pounds, learn to defend yourself, and develop personal and physical discipline. Whether you’re already studying a style of fighting or you’re just considering it, you’ll find everything you need to know in this helpful, friendly guide (including which movies to check out!). The book breaks down the differences and presents the basics of each style of fighting, so you can make an informed choice about which style you want to study. You’ll also find out what makes for a good instructor, so you can be sure that you’re learning from the best. And there’s much more. You’ll find out: What martial arts is and is not Five resolutions you must accept Understanding the role of the instructor How to set goals for yourself All about the proper clothes, shoes, and equipment How to prevent injuries The philosophy of self defense All about competing in tournaments About Meditation and breathing techniques The lowdown on weapons There’s also a helpful glossary of foreign-language terminology that you’ll frequently encounter in the dojo – that’s the training hall – so you’ll always be prepared. Whether you’re looking for a new way to get in shape, or a new way to sharpen your mind, Martial Arts For Dummies is all you need to get started in Karate, Kung Fu, Tae Kwon Do, or any other style!
Book Synopsis Mixed Martial Arts For Dummies by : Frank Shamrock
Download or read book Mixed Martial Arts For Dummies written by Frank Shamrock and published by For Dummies. This book was released on 2009-04-20 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Your full-color guide to this wildly popular combat sport! Mixed martial arts is sweeping the globe! In this practical guide, legendary MMA Champion Frank Shamrock shares his expertise and love for the sport. He introduces you to his famous training and fighting system, explaining the virtues, ethics, and techniques of MMA in clear detail while showing you how to develop a safe, effective training regimen. Begin with MMA basics — discover the history, the fighting styles, and modern rules and training techniques Prepare to start training — strengthen your body, focus your mind, learn the concepts of combat, and find a good instructor Stand up for yourself — your introductory course in stand up fighting, from essential strikes and defense to inside fighting with the clinch and takedowns Get ready to grapple — understand the essentials of ground fighting, including the guard position, submissions, and escapes Become a well-rounded fighter — improve your nutrition, develop a warm-up routine, expand your mental training, and get the rest you need Open the book and find: Proven strategies to train your body and mind More than 150 step-by-step, full-color photos illustrating proper technique The 8 positions of power Necessary MMA training equipment The styles and strategies of MMA competition Fight-specific training drills and games Tips for increasing your speed and avoiding injury Advice from the expert on improving your ground game
Book Synopsis Martial Arts for Beginners by : Ron Sieh
Download or read book Martial Arts for Beginners written by Ron Sieh and published by Writers & Readers. This book was released on 1995 with total page 155 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presenting an overview of the martial arts--their history, cultural importance, characteristics, and technique--this book discusses martial arts in general terms, especially the training and discipline which they all have in common, and the metamorphosis every martial artist must make, from the external to the internal. Covers T'ai Chi Ch'uan, Aikido, Karate, Tae Kwon Do, Kempo, and more.
Book Synopsis Complete Martial Arts Training Manual by : Ashley Martin
Download or read book Complete Martial Arts Training Manual written by Ashley Martin and published by Tuttle Publishing. This book was released on 2012-04-16 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Complete Martial Arts Training Manual is a complete guide for anyone who has an interest in the martial arts. Having a broad knowledge of the various techniques of the martial arts gives a martial artist an expanded ability to counteract a variety of attacks and overwhelm an opponent's defenses. Author Ashley Martin shares with the reader his years of experience as a practitioner and teacher. He provides a catalog of the various martial arts being taught worldwide and their strengths and weaknesses. He then covers the basics of hand-to-hand techniques within each of those disciplines, from strikes to ground fighting. Finally, he offers information on the overall health and well being of the martial artist, including important nutritional information and stretching techniques. The Complete Martial Arts Training Manual is a solid foundation of martial arts for beginners and a key supplement for the veteran martial artist.
Book Synopsis Martial Arts Instruction for Children by : Michael DeMarco
Download or read book Martial Arts Instruction for Children written by Michael DeMarco and published by Via Media Publishing. This book was released on 2020-11-01 with total page 149 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This anthology isn’t a typical “How To” book for teaching martial arts to children. The eight chapters included tend not only to the physical aspects of the instruction of skills, but give special attention to the essential nature of children, their body and minds, and the effects their train have on socialization. In addition, some authors write specifically on the special needs of children with autism, attention deficit, and hyperactivity disorders.
Book Synopsis Martial Arts Home Training by : Mike Young
Download or read book Martial Arts Home Training written by Mike Young and published by Tuttle Publishing. This book was released on 1999-11-15 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Martial Arts Home Training: The Complete Guide to the Construction and Use of Home Training Equipment, police and SWAT trainer Mike Young shows you how to make and use ingenious home training aids-from such inexpensive, easily obtainable resources as a grocery bag, an old towel, a worn-out tire, or various construction-site scraps-to enhance your martial arts practice. Included in this martial arts book are simple instructions for a wide array of equipment for the home martial arts studio, including the shadowboxing towel; footwork, balance, and leg developer; multipurpose tire; precision blocking stick; heavy-duty striking post; grocery bag; small hanging bag; and choking dummy. Martial Arts Home Training sets out Mike Young's patented "rock & roll" methods for getting the most out of your training equipment and your training time. With the twin maxims "correct practice makes perfect" and "KISS" (keep it simple, stupid) always in mind, Young provides a thorough grounding in the essentials of developing home training equipment and the fundamentals of maintaining the diligent yet playful attitude necessary to get the most from it.
Book Synopsis The Way of the Cosmic Fist by : Rod Griffin
Download or read book The Way of the Cosmic Fist written by Rod Griffin and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2018-05-08 with total page 138 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Editorial Reviews:"In this all inclusive book Master Gabriel and Mr. Griffin give you a thorough introduction into the art of Tai-Chuan-Tao. -- Action Martial Arts Magazine "Interesting, and a welcome addition to any martial artist's book collection!" -- Martial Arts Today Television "Take that! It was good enough to defend Ozzie Osborne, Warren Beatty, Kiss and other notable celebrities!" -- The Business Journal From the Publisher:Bringing philosophy back into the martial arts, Griffin and Gabriel do a wonderful job reminding us of what the martial arts is all about. For over forty years, while staying true to its philosophy, Tai-Ch'uan-Tao (TCT) has been creating sport karate champions. To date, with over thirty state and world champions it continues to do so. Many famed sport karate teams have benefited from Tai-Ch'uan-Tao's impressive techniques and style. To have one talented individual is a reflection on them, but to have many, that is a reflection on its instructor and its system. Two years in the making, this is the first official book on Tai-Ch'uan-Tao's system, principles, practice, and beginning techniques. Continuing this tradition and bringing philosophy back into the martial arts, in this all-inclusive book Si-fu Griffin and Master Gabriel give you a thorough introduction into the Art of Tai-Ch'uan-Tao. You will learn first-hand what is meant by, "Clearing the gate." You'll learn the system, basic blocks, kicks, attacks, vital points and defensive techniques. You'll also learn the first three forms, the requirements for your next rank and much more! We invite you to see and learn for yourself why Tai-Ch'uan-Tao continues to be an art that not only helps you in combat but through-out your whole life.
Book Synopsis The Complete Idiot's Guide to Tae Kwon Do by : Karen Eden
Download or read book The Complete Idiot's Guide to Tae Kwon Do written by Karen Eden and published by Penguin. This book was released on 1998 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A guide to the Korean martial art chronicles the sport's history and explains etiquette, belts and rankings, and training routines
Download or read book Kung Fu Basics written by Paul Eng and published by Tuttle Publishing. This book was released on 2018-06-19 with total page 287 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Get your training off to a great start--from basic kicks to practice and tournaments--this book is a perfect introduction to kung fu for beginners. It's everything you need to get started in kung fu! Whether you are considering taking up this martial art, or you've already started, Kung Fu Basics offers an easy, yet comprehensive introduction to everything you need to know to feel confident and be successful. You'll learn about: The origins of kung fu--philosophy, history and different styles What happens in a kung fu class--invaluable tips on choosing the right school, getting ready for your first class, and basic training methods The essential elements of the style--stances, footwork, kicks, and hand techniques, with tips on common mistakes and how to get the most power out of each move Drill and conditioning exercises--exercises to compliment your training Practical ways to improve your kung fu technique--traditional teaching advice of Chinese masters Resources--help further develop your knowledge and understanding of kung fu
Book Synopsis Focusing Martial Arts Power by : David Nelson
Download or read book Focusing Martial Arts Power written by David Nelson and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2004-01-01 with total page 117 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The goal of this manual is to provide an unbiased example of how to execute and apply basic martial arts techniques and improve physical performance.
Book Synopsis Learning Martial Arts by : Steve Potts
Download or read book Learning Martial Arts written by Steve Potts and published by Franklin Watts. This book was released on 1996 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gives a basic introduction to karate, judo, and ninjitsu.
Book Synopsis Guide to Martial Arts by : John Goldman
Download or read book Guide to Martial Arts written by John Goldman and published by Todtri Productions. This book was released on 2009 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Over 300 illustrations. Here is a basic introduction to the martial arts, including Taekwondo, Judo, Ju-Jitsu, Karate, and Kung Fu. With over 300 full-color photographs, this volume provides useful step-by-step illustrations of each movement, supported by lively descriptions that detail each move in context. A practical introduction to beginners and an authoritative review for advanced students, this book will be appreciated by anyone with an interest in the ancient art of self-defense.
Book Synopsis How to Jiu Jitsu for Beginners by : HowExpert HowExpert Press
Download or read book How to Jiu Jitsu for Beginners written by HowExpert HowExpert Press and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2014-07-08 with total page 154 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "How To Do Jiu-Jitsu For Beginners" is oriented toward teaching basic jiu-jitsu techniques for self-defense. The book shows the user how to control stand up aspects of a fight as well as ground aspects. Over 200 photos are combined with step-by-step instructions to illustrate effective application of jiu-jitsu moves. The accompanying text offers further insight in the various techniques and principles of jiu-jitsu. From a standing perspective, the e-book will explain how to keep the distance in a fight as well as what type of takedowns an attacker may employ. The text outlines these takedowns in detail and show ways to avoid or counter these techniques. Users are instructed on how to perform these vary same takedowns, so that the defender can become the attacker should the need arise. On the ground, the text and photos outline how to control an attacker who wants to harm the defender. Defense for stopping punches, how to control an attacker, and how to reverse positions, are all covered in the text. "How To Do Jiu-Jitsu For Beginners" also details how to attack on the ground, first from the back and then from top position. Finally, the text for ground work shows how to stand up quickly and effectively to get away from an opponent on the ground or to face a standing opponent. The jiu-jitsu text is broken down into the 7 distinct sections below: 1. Takedowns, takedown defense, and movement - this will relay movement, some basic takedowns, and how to defend against them. 2. Standing in guard - this will detail basic defense against an opponent who pushes or knocks you to the ground yet stays standing. 3. Escapes - this will show how to move from a submissive position to a dominant position on the ground by using basic escapes. 4. Sweeps - similar to the Escapes section, this will detail how to move from a submissive position to a dominant position using basic sweeps. 5. Attacks from guard - closed guard is one of the greatest defensive and offensive positions for a person on their back. This section will offer a few key attacks and chains for defending off your back. 6. Attacks from mount - this will show you how to control and attack from the top mount once you have achieved it. 7. Putting it together - this section will show you how to chain some of these movements together. To stress the importance of cross training, a brief section discussing stand up striking and some basic boxing principles is included. This is designed to help the user understand that every form of martial arts has some merit, and that cross training will benefit a person's self-defense ability. After finishing this text, and with proper practice, a person will understand and be able to apply the some basic skills of jiu-jitsu for self-defense.
Book Synopsis Research of Martial Arts by : Shifu Jonathan Bluestein
Download or read book Research of Martial Arts written by Shifu Jonathan Bluestein and published by Jonathan Bluestein. This book was released on 2014-07-27 with total page 418 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jonathan Bluestein's Research of Martial Arts is a book about the true essence of martial arts. It includes neither instruction on deadly killing techniques, nor mystical tales of so called super-human masters. Rather, it is a vast compilation of seriously thought-out observations made on the subject by the author, as well as many other martial artists and scientists, with a slight touch of history and humour. The goal of this project had from the start been to surpass the current standard in the martial arts literary market, and offer readers worldwide something which they have never seen before. In essence, a book in which are found countless answers for martial arts practitioners which they cannot be read elsewhere, which address commonly discussed martially-related topics with breadth and depth unparalleled in other works to this day (in any language). It holds among its pages no less than 220,000 words, containing knowledge which would be coveted by many. The aim of this book is to present the reader a coherent, clear-cut, and in-depth view of some of the most perplexing and controversial subjects in the world of martial arts, as well as providing a healthy dose of philosophical outlook on these subjects (from various individuals). At its core is the author's aspiration to build a stronger theoretical foundation for the discussion of martial arts, while addressing matters in innovative ways, which I have come to believe, would help people to better grasp the nature of these arts. There are books by authors who will tell you that some aspects of the martial arts are too complex for concrete, coherent and defined explanations. Others have used ambiguous terminology to explain what they could not pronounce otherwise. This is no such book. This book was written to provide you with the solid, applicable answers and ideas that you could actually understand, and take away with you. This book is mainly comprised of three parts: | Part I: From the Inside Out – External and Internal Gong Fu | This is essentially mostly a very long & thorough discussion of martial arts theory and practice. Traditional and modern concepts and methods are discussed through the mediums of Physiology, Biology, Anatomy, Psychology, Philosophy (Western and Oriental alike), sports science, and the author's personal experiences. The Internal Martial Arts of China receive a special, lengthier treatment in this part of the book. | Part II: Contemplations on Controlled Violence | This one is of a Philosophical and Psychological nature, and contains the author's thoughts on the martial arts and their manifestation in our daily lives, with guest-articles by various martial arts teachers. | Part III: The Wisdom of Martial Spirits: Teachers, and the Things They Hold Dear | This part includes various interesting and comprehensive interviews with distinguished martial arts masters, spanning dozens of pages each. Every one of the interviewees is a person whose views and ideas are thought provoking and well-worth reading. The teachers interviewed in this book are: Master Chen Zhonghua (Chen Taiji Quan) Master Yang Hai (Xing Yi Quan, Bagua Zhang and Chen Taiji Quan) Shifu Strider Clark (Tongbei Quan, Wu style Taiji, Shuai Jiao and more) Shifu Neil Ripski (Traditional Drunken Fist and many others) Sifu James Cama (Buddha Hand Wing Chun and Southern Praying Mantis) Itzik Cohen Sensei (Shito-ryu Karate) No matter the age, rank, status or experience – this book was written for everyone who see themselves part of the martial arts community. It is my sincere hope that any person who reads this book will benefit from the time he or she had spent doing so. May this work encourage others to continue intelligent writing and research in the field, as I was pushed forth and built upon the knowledge others have shared before me. May you have a pleasant reading experience! =]
Book Synopsis The Law of the Fist and the Empty Hand by : Ed Parker
Download or read book The Law of the Fist and the Empty Hand written by Ed Parker and published by . This book was released on 2011-05-01 with total page 156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Karate for Beginners by : Pierre Blot
Download or read book Karate for Beginners written by Pierre Blot and published by Sterling Publishing (NY). This book was released on 1997-04 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Demonstrates techniques and positions of karate for beginners.
Book Synopsis The Complete Martial Arts Training Manual by : Ashley Martin
Download or read book The Complete Martial Arts Training Manual written by Ashley Martin and published by Tuttle Publishing. This book was released on 2010-05-10 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Complete Martial Arts Training Manual is a book/DVD combo designed for anyone who has an interest in the martial arts. Having a broad knowledge of the various techniques of the martial arts gives a martial artist an expanded ability to counteract a variety of attacks and overwhelm an opponent's defenses. In expanding his own martial arts knowledge, Martin shares with the reader his years of experience as a practitioner and teacher. He provides a catalog of the various martial arts being taught worldwide and their strengths and weaknesses. He then covers the basics of hand-to-hand techniques within each of those disciplines, from strikes to ground fighting. Finally, he offers information on the overall health and well being of the martial artist, including important nutritional information and stretching techniques. With an instructional DVD included, The Complete Martial Arts Training Manual is a solid foundation of martial arts for beginners and a key supplement for the veteran martial artist. Chapters include: Learning the Aspects of Fighting—an introduction The Way of the Warrior—definition of a martial art; limitations of ground fighting; a complete martial artist A Catalog of Martial Arts—Kung fu; Jujutsu (or jiujitsu); Aikido; Judo; Karate; Kickboxing; Taekwondo; Boxing; Wrestling; and more Combat Basics—fighting ranges; reflex training; basic combat techniques Hand and Elbow Strikes—jabbing punch; hook punch; uppercut; superman punch; and more Defenses—slip; duck; block; two-handed defense Foot and Knee Strikes—front kick; roundhouse; tornado kick; flying knee strike Break Falling—front break fall; back break fall; side break fall; front rolling break fall; break falling myths Takedowns—hip throw; shoulder throw; side sacrifice throw; the sprawl Locks and Choke Holds—arm lock; Americana; rear naked choke; cross choke Ground Fighting—shoulder hold; chest hold; guard; passing the guard Stretching for the Martial Artist—leg flexibility; arm flexibility Nutrition for the Martial Artist—food pyramid; pre-exercise nourishment; reducing body fat; weight gain program
