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The only American heir to W. C. Chen, Phillip Starr continues the
master's teachings in this useful guide that also profiles the
exciting early years when martial arts were still new in America.
Through this entertaining collection of personal anecdotes
involving Master Chen, the author, and his classmates, readers
learn a particular aspect of the traditional martial arts. Included
are explanations of the importance and meaning of courtesy and the
custom of bowing, the significance of training with weapons and how
it impacts bare-handed skills, and the value of traditional forms
and how they relate to actual combat.
A History of the Samurai tells the complete story of Japan's
legendary warrior class from beginning to end--an epic tale of
intrigue, bloodshed and bravery that is central to an understanding
of the Japanese character and of Japanese history. It describes in
detail the core Samurai philosophy of Bushido--"the way of the
warrior"--a complex code of conduct embracing ideals of honor and
loyalty that continues to govern the Japanese way of life today.
Historian Jonathan Lopez-Vera offers a compelling look at these
enigmatic warriors including: The lives of famous Samurai--Miyamoto
Musashi, Japan's greatest swordsman; Tomoe Gozen, the woman who
became a Samurai; Tokugawa Ieyasu, the last Shogun; and many more
The tragic tale of the 47 Ronin who chose honor over their own
lives and were forced to commit ritual suicide after avenging their
fallen master The philosophy of Bushido, "the Way of the Warrior,"
the code of conduct that embraced the ideals of honor and loyalty
and governed the Samurai way of living The decline of the Samurai
and their transformation from rough, battle-hardened warriors to
highly educated philosopher-poets Illustrated with 125 archival
prints and photos, the nobility and grandeur of the Samurai is
brilliantly showcased in this book. Readers will enjoy immersing
themselves in the Samurai's world, as historian Jonathan Lopez-Vera
traces the fascinating story of the rise and fall of these
enigmatic warriors throughout Japanese history.
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Boxing Fitness
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Clinton McKenzie, Hilary Lissenden
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Boxing is well-known for its training regime, which produces some
of the strongest, fittest athletes in the world. 'Boxing fitness',
a recent development in personal fitness, has adapted elements of
this training into a safe, enjoyable and effective workout. A
non-contact discipline, it's fun and suitable for everyone.
In essence, it's a great cardiovascular workout that also helps
develop strength, speed, coordination, balance and flexibility. In
this book, two experts describe the techniques involved - a circuit
that includes shadow boxing, skipping, punch bag and focus-pad work
- and explain how a regime can be tailored to address each
individual's fitness goals, whether it be weight loss, general
toning, increased stamina or improved strength.
The unique structure of a boxing fitness session evokes the
traditional boxing experience, adding an authentic touch to a
modern exercise regime that's suitable for men and women, young and
old. Whether you're a cross-training athlete or simply want to
enjoy a great workout, this clear and well-illustrated guide will
help you reach the top of your game.
Standing qigong is a simple, effective form of exercise suitable
for all ages that can increase health, balance and vitality. This
complete and accessible guide introduces standing qigong for health
and martial arts. Beginning with an introduction describing his own
discovery of the practice and an exploration of the health
benefits, the author provides detailed instruction on the basic
health postures and the process for diaphragmatic breathing. The
second part of the book focuses on the martial postures and
provides guidance on the subtle variations of the movements that
help to cultivate and strengthen healing and internal power.
Practice sequences are also included to help readers get started
immediately, including, in the third part of the book, the Xing Yi
Five Element linking form. Easy-to-follow, and covering all the
basics, this guide to standing qigong is perfect for anyone who is
looking for ways to improve their health, or with an interest in
the internal or martial arts, especially practitioners of Taiji,
Qigong, XinYi, Bagua,YiQuan and yoga.
"In this collection of artful writing by a man dedicated to honest
self-expression, we glimpse the private side of Bruce's eloquence
as he bares his soul through the art of letter writing." --from the
Preface, by Linda Lee Cadwell Bruce Lee Letters of the Dragon is a
fascinating glimpse of the private Bruce Lee behind the public
image--a man with the patience and concern to dedicate as much
effort to crafting a thoughtful personal answer to the letter of a
young fan as to those from his old friends and associates; an
extremely active man never too busy to make time for an old family
friend in need of simple companionship; a man who never wrote
without careful thought, and never thought from the head alone, but
always from the head and heart together. The letters in this
inspiring book trace Bruce Lee's career and development from his
decision--made while he was still in secondary school--to move to
the U.S. to further his education. Readers will journey with him
through the many setbacks, rededicated efforts and triumphs of life
that shaped his martial art and humanity, all the way to the last
letter he ever composed, just hours before his sudden death. After
absorbing the letters in this volume, readers will inevitably find
that the private Bruce Lee was every bit as great as the public
Bruce Lee. This Bruce Lee Book is part of the Bruce Lee Library
which also features: Bruce Lee: Striking Thoughts Bruce Lee: The
Celebrated Life of the Golden Dragon Bruce Lee: The Tao of Gung Fu
Bruce Lee: Artist of Life Bruce Lee: The Art of Expressing the
Human Body Bruce Lee: Jeet Kune Do
Did you just get reamed out by your boss? Did Bob in accounting eat
your sandwich out of the fridge again? Don't take your stress out
on your coworkers,take it out on this mini punching bag! Desktop
Boxing is the perfect desk accessory for inconspicuous yet
effective stress relief, and everyone from 9-to-5ers to boxing fans
will enjoy this fun distraction. The kit includes a mini desktop
punching bag with suction cup base, two tiny boxing gloves for your
pointer fingers, and a 32-page book with basic finger boxing moves
and boxing trivia.
A powerful story of sadness, hope, pride, honour and triumph from
the real-life Rocky! Raw, confronting and honest, UFC champion Mark
Hunt's inspiring autobiography shows it is possible to defy the
odds and carve a better life. Born into a Mormon Samoan family,
Hunt details his harrowing early life, his troubled teen years, and
his angry youth with no apparent future. After being plucked from
an Auckland street fight and dropped into his first kickboxing
bout, Mark went on to achieve unprecedented success in Australian
and New Zealand combat sports. In an ongoing career that has
spanned the globe, Mark Hunt has been in some of the UFC, Pride and
K-1's most memorable battles. But in some ways those fights pale in
comparison to that which he has overcome out of the ring and cage.
As fearless with his opinions as he is in the Octagon, Mark pulls
no punches in revealing the highs and lows of his extraordinary
life.
This book is the most comprehensive and authoritative reference
ever published on the wide range of martial arts disciplines
practiced in cultures around the world. ABC-CLIO's Martial Arts of
the World: An Encyclopedia of History and Innovation is the most
authoritative reference ever published on combat disciplines from
around the world and across history. Coverage includes Shaolin
monks, jousting knights, Roman gladiators, Westerner gunfighters,
samurai warriors, and heavyweight boxers. These iconic figures and
many more are featured in this title, as well as representatives of
less well known but no less fascinating systems, all vividly
characterized by expert contributors from around the world who are
themselves martial arts practitioners. Martial Arts of the World
comprises 120 entries in two volumes. The first volume is organized
geographically to explore the historic development of martial arts
styles in Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas. The second volume
looks at martial arts thematically, with coverage of belief
systems, modern martial arts competitions, and a wide range of such
topics as folklore, women in martial arts, martial arts and the
military, and martial arts and the media.
NINE LEVELS, EASY TO EXPERT This book stands apart from other staff
training manuals. While most titles focus on forms and twirling,
The Art and Science of Staff Fighting emphasizes the dynamics of
combat. The author draws on thirty years of martial experience,
presenting the best of both Eastern and Western traditions. Joe
Varady lays out a comprehensive course of study in nine levels,
from beginner to expert. He guides readers through such
fundamentals as stances, striking, blocking, and footwork. In
advanced lessons, readers learn disarming techniques, groundwork,
and facing multiple opponents. But this book is not just for staff
enthusiasts. Even those unfamiliar with martial arts can adapt
these techniques, increasing their skill and confidence in
defending themselves. "Our environment is usually full of
improvised weapons," Varady writes. "Staff fighting techniques can
be effectively applied in a self-defense situation using a walking
stick, coatrack, curtain rod, floor lamp, hockey stick, fallen tree
branch, broom, mop, shovel, or rake." Equipped with this knowledge,
readers will begin to realize that, in one way or another, they are
nearly always armed and capable of defending themselves. This book
features: Nine levels of instruction, progressing from easy to
expert Over 600 photos with motion arrows A "nondenominational"
approach to staff, utilizing the best of Eastern and Western arts A
comprehensive, methodical approach to building staff skills If you
are already a student of the staff, these lessons will not conflict
with your katas or current style. Instead, they will augment your
techniques, broadening your options. Whether you are an experienced
staff fighter or a layman seeking practical techniques for
self-defense, The Art and Science of Staff Fighting will help you
develop the skills you need.
Take Taekwondo beyond just kicking and punching--discover powerful
grappling moves that build on the patterns you already know!
Taekwondo is the most popular Korean martial art, with over 70
million practitioners in the world. Taekwondo Grappling Techniques
presents the most effective grappling maneuvers ever developed for
Taekwondo. With this comprehensive Taekwondo book as your guide,
you'll confidently defend yourself against attacks and apply your
own devastating grappling techniques to bring assailants into
submission. This guide contains 15 chapters with 89 different
Taekwondo techniques. Movements include: Low Double Knifehand Block
to Circular Block Upward Elbow Strike to Double Knifehand Block
Sitting Stance Punch to Sitting Stance Punch to Outer Forearm Block
Reverse Punch to Scooping Block Square Block to Inward Knifehand
Strike Vertical Spearhand Strike to High Backfist Strike Reverse
Inner Forearm Block to Reverse Punch Double Knifehand Block to High
Punch Includes instructional DVD. All disc content is alternatively
accessible on tuttlepublishing.com/downloadable-content.
Sports fans had much to occupy themselves with during the memorable
summer of '41, including New York Yankees great Joe DiMaggio's
record-setting consecutive games hit streak and Boston Red Sox star
Ted Williams' dogged pursuit of batting .400. No sports story,
however, loomed larger that summer than Joe Louis versus Billy
Conn, the hard-hitting heavyweight champion, Detroit's Brown
Bomber, battling the stylish and cocky Pittsburgh Kid." Considered
one of the greatest matches in boxing history, the fight saw the
underdog Conn well ahead on points until Louis knocked him out in
the 13th round. Ed Gruver captures the high drama of that sultry
night at the Polo Grounds, the brash confidence of the challenger
from Pittsburgh, and the quiet dignity of the Black champion Louis,
who personified "the memory of every injustice practiced upon his
people and the memory of every triumph."
Warrior Origins is an account of the history and legends of the
world's prominent martial arts and how they share a common
heritage. It chronicles the origins of the Shaolin warrior monks,
Shaolin Kung-Fu and their celebrated founder, Bodhidharma, who is
also considered the first patriarch of Zen (Chan) Buddhism. The
book considers Bodhidharma's origins in the context of ancient
Persia and its royal houses and continues with the rise of Karate
from ancient Okinawan roots to Japan and then into a global sport.
It connects the record of Ninja and Ninjutsu and the influence of
some of its latter luminaries, including Seiko Fujita, whilst also
revealing new evidence on renowned martial artists such as Bruce
Lee. This work takes a dramatically original approach to the heart
of the martial arts and their founders. Author Dr Hutan Ashrafian,
who holds black belt grades in several martial art styles,
including a 5th Dan in Okinawan Goju-Ryu Karate and championship
medals in Karate and Judo at World and European Masters level,
delineates the inheritance of these arts using innovative
evolutionary approaches to find previously unidentified links
between them. Warrior Origins traces the pattern from Bodhidharma
to the remarkable diversity of modern martial arts.
Master the Chinese martial art of T'ai Chi with this accessible,
illustrated guide. T'ai-chi (Tai Chi) is an effortless and
rhythmical art that stresses slow breathing, balanced and relaxed
postures, and absolute calmness of mind. It requires no special
equipment or place to practice and takes no more than ten minutes a
day. This book, from renowned Tai Chi master, Cheng Man-Ch'ing,
introduces T'ai-chi as a means to a healthier life, as a sport and
as a method of self-defense. It is a complete step-by-step manual
for the beginner. With conscientious practice, readers will master
the sequence of thirty-seven postures that will make up the
T'ai-chi solo exercise. Students will learn how to progress from
exercise to sport to self-defense with maximum efficiency. The
instructions are clear and easy to follow, and more than 275
photographs and 122 foot-weighting diagrams guarantee an
understanding of the correct form. A history of T'ai-chi, including
thumbnail sketches of famous masters, and the first English
translation of the basic T'ai-chi document, known as the T'ai-chi
Ch'uan Classics, are also included.
In the tradition of the bestselling Workouts from Boxing's Greatest
Champs, this sequel volume will KO all boxing/combat sport
enthusiasts. Featuring a classic coterie of international boxing
legends, this superb anthology is illustrated throughout by some of
the best photos of them at work in the ring or training in the gym.
Our celebrated present-day fighters and former champions range from
the instantly recognisable Manny Pacquiao, Floyd Mayweather Jnr,
Mike Tyson, Thomas Hearns and Roberto Duran to such respected
international figures as Danny Williams and Vitali Klitschko.
Incorporating career biographies for every fighter, the reader is
introduced to the fitness and training regimes of some of the
world's most physically powerful men. Culled from the author's
original research and interviews, the greatest ever champion
pugilists grant us a fly-on-the-wall look at their 'Typical Day'
and their personal workout regimes.
Tai Chi Chuan Martial Power is the next level in Tai Chi Chuan
training. This book is written especially for those who have
learned the Tai Chi form, have begun Pushing Hands, and now want to
develop and refine their Tai Chi skills. Tai Chi Chuan Martial
Power focuses on the martial essence of Tai Chi Chuan, an aspect
many other books ignore. This book goes in-depth and explores the
subject of Jing (internal martial power), general Tai Chi theory,
and the application of Chi (Qi) in the Tai Chi form. Because Jing
training is essential to martial art Tai Chi, this work is a
valuable reference that no serious practitioner should be without.
Contents include: A comprehensive training plan for Jing (power)
development. Understand the difference between true Jing (internal
power) and Li (muscular power). Learn how to accumulate Chi and
Jing in the Tai Chi postures. Discover the essential role your mind
plays in Tai Chi and Jing practice. Includes a special selection of
Tai Chi poems (the place the ancient masters hid their theory),
translated and explained with commentary by Dr. Yang. A must for
advanced students. This edition includes an easy-to-follow layout.
Each technique is presented in four to six large photographs with
detailed instructions on how to perform the movements. Motion
arrows are used on the photographs to help you execute the
movements correctly.
Written by a former Survival Instructor of the SAS (Special Air
Service - England''s equivalent of the United States Special
Forces), The SAS Self-Defense Handbook provides easy-to-follow
illustrated instructions - for both men and women - on coping with
all kinds of threatening situations, from muggings to knife
attacks. The author teaches you strategies for both avoiding
conflict and getting out of a dangerous situation quickly and
safely. Learn how mental attitude, body language, assertiveness,
and the ability to overcome fear can prevent you from becoming a
prime target for criminals. Learn which body parts are the most
effective weapons in fending off an attacker, and which are the
most likely targets for attack. Defend yourself from sudden grabs,
strangles, weapons, and road rage. And find out how to deliver the
SAS five-second knockout, a defense previously available only to
British SAS Special Forces soldiers. (71/2 X 91/2, 160 pages,
b&w photos, illustrations)
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