Whether you are a kendo fanatic or merely curious about the martial arts, this book will interest you. The author, Geoff Salmon, has taken the lessons learned over his 45 year kendo career and distilled them into a series of instructive, thought-provoking articles covering kendo training methods and techniques, as well as the attitudes and philosophies that make kendo a lifetime's pursuit for many people. It highlights some of the differences between kendo training in Japan and other parts of the globe and also includes some light-hearted commentary on this martial sport. At the core of this book are the direct teachings of some of the great 2nd and 3rd generation kendo teachers, which have been either reproduced or paraphrased by the author. Salmon also uses his own experience to guide readers towards developing correct, efficient kendo. Geoff Salmon holds the grade of 7th Dan and is one of the few westerners to have passed the new All Japan Kendo Federation kyoshi examination. He has lived and trained in Japan and has devoted 45 years to the study of kendo. Geoff teaches kendo internationally and writes about the art at www.kendoinfo.net; he is also the author of 'Kendo, A Comprehensive Guide to Japanese Swordsmanship'.

This book reviews the importance of nonverbal behavior in any communication, especially in the martial arts. Whether a student, instructor or school owner, this book is a must to enhance the messages you send as well as those you receive. This book covers nonverbal behavior in basic communication and its importance when dealing with students, customers, at martial arts tests and functions, when competing or sparring, as well as nonverbal warning signs of a of a potential attack. Communicating without the knowledge and understanding of nonverbal behavior is like communicating with someone from a foreign country whose language you do not know. Knowledge of nonverbal behavior will enhance your ability to communicate with others in every aspect of your life.

Providing a flexible approach for readers of different ages and lifestyles, this book proposes that Qi Gong is necessary for vitality, longevity, and serenity for everyone. Through a simple technique which associates body movements to breathing and concentration, Qi Gong restores vital energy and keeps the body healthy and agile. Ofreciendo un enfoque flexible para lectores de varias edades y estilos de vida, esta guia propone que el Qi Gong es necesario para establecer y mantener la vitalidad, longevidad y serenidad para todos. A traves de una simple tecnica la cual asocia los movimientos del cuerpo con la respiracion y la concentracion, el Qi Gong restaura la energia vital y mantiene al cuerpo agil y saludable.

In our post-feminist society, nothing is hotter than women who not only do so called guy things, but take it one step further and do alpha male things, while at the same time still retain their classical femininity. Femininity is changing and women who participate in Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) have become the new sex symbols. Through poetry, this work celebrates three well known female MMA stars.

Out of the violent chaos of medieval Japan, a remarkable band of peasants rose to become the world's most feared warriors--trained to perfect the art of ninjutsu, the deadly union of martial arts and deception. Today, however, these real life ninjas are overshadowed by legend and pop culture caricatures. Could they fly? Climb walls? Make themselves invisible?

Drawing on a wealth of historical texts, local Japanese sources, and his own comprehensive treks across Asia, acclaimed author John Man takes us back to the ninjas' origins in China, through to their heyday in the bloody civil wars that ended with the unification of Japan in 1600. Man also illuminates the twentieth-century reemergence of the Japanese tradition of shadow warfare through the Nakano Spy School--the elite military-intelligence academy that operated as an extensive spy network during World War II--and reveals one former Nakano soldier, Onoda Hiroo, who may be the last surviving ninja.

Compelling and absorbing, Ninja reveals at last the fascinating true history behind one of the world's most enduring legends.

Inner Bushido concisely and assertively challenges many long-held assumptions surrounding Samurai ethics, while offering a practical re-interpretation of the so-called seven virtues of Bushido. Hannon takes a starkly unorthodox approach to exploring this esteemed system of values and offers a refreshing, non-dogmatic, and intellectually honest analysis of the Samurai code of conduct, making it applicable to the daily lives of Western audiences. Readers will be surprised at some of Hannon's contentions that often fly in the face of presumed "virtue." Not just for martial arts practitioners, this book is for anyone interested in exploring human relations, ethics, and cultivating true strength without conflict.