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All the tools necessary to build a powerful defensive base for
boxing -- every defence for every punch from every angle -- are
included in this manual. Punching prowess has become equated with
boxing, but what is done in response to that incoming flurry makes
a truly good boxer: how to make an opponent miss, how to easily
defend, and, most importantly, how to counterattack. Building on
that defensive base, this book explores natural punching triggers,
or logical counter-punching sequences, that move past the
beginner's realm of being a mere puncher into the upper echelons of
crafty counter boxing. With encyclopaedic boxing defensive drills
bolstered by numerous illustrative photographs, this is a one-stop
resource for learning the art of counter-punching.
Going beyond the standard workout for boxers, this innovative
manual introduces a diverse set of training methods, integrating
them into drill sets that build the athletic attributes for which
past and present fighters are known. From Leroy Jones sparring with
chickens and Ken Norton’s 15 combined rounds of shadow boxing,
sparring, and bag work to Ricky Hatton’s staggering 12-round
sparring bouts with a body belt and Kosta Tszyu’s creative
tennis-ball and head-strap punching apparatus, this guide
highlights a wide vocabulary of exercises, all incorporating
boxing-specific equipment. The drills can be performed solo or with
a partner, and each piece of equipment is approached individually
with detailed descriptions of routines, including floor exercises
and drills with the heavy bag, medicine ball, horizontal rope, and
jump rope. With two workout menus for weight training, this guide
guarantees a regime to suit any individual need—be it
professional or simply a desire to train like some of the best
athletes in the world.
This guide to the finer points of boxing provides the wisdom needed
to make the transition from enthusiastic beginner to proficient
pugilist. The ABCs of ring generalship, offensive and defensive
ring movements, feints, and draws and fakes are examined and
explained along with clinching techniques, head-hunting, body work,
and counter-punching chains. Strategies for boxing against tall and
short opponents as well as for a variety of fighting styles such as
charger, speed-demon, stick-and-move, and slugger and brawler are
discussed in detail. Specific drills focus on sophisticated ring
stratagems such as throwing complex combinations, cutting off the
ring, fighting off the ropes, generating power, and cornering an
opponent are included.
When violence becomes unavoidable, it's best to be informed, and
this self-defence book provides revolutionary information that
could mean the difference between life and death in the event of a
physical assault. Included are drills to increase awareness,
examples for using the environment as a self-defence tool, and
methods that allow victims to best use their inherent strengths to
repel an attack. An interesting look at the psychology of an attack
-- exploring the mindset of both attacker and victim, and
illuminating the dynamic between the two -- this manual puts the
power back into the hands of concerned citizens.
This fourth No Holds Barred Fighting training manual contains all
fighters need to know about the art of takedowns, or "shooting,"
and how to counter takedown tactics used by an opponent. Readers
learn to see it from both sides with offensive and defensive
stances, footwork, setups, and shooting techniques. Several
variations of the most commonly employed shots are
featured—double leg takedowns, single leg takedowns, snatch
singles, and low singles—as well as counters for each. Hundreds
of sequential photos illustrate the steps, grips, and angles of
every move, and takedowns are included for use inside the
inevitable clinch. Sections on drills and chains, as well as a list
of resources for further practice, round out the text.
Offering cohesion and clarification for what is currently a loose
collection of strategies, this reference delves into the 'ground
and pound' fighting method - winning a fight by striking an
opponent after a takedown. Demonstrating through fight metrics how
just as many matches are won by strikes as submissions, this manual
addresses the importance of proper 'grounding' and lists an array
of riding, pinning, and transitioning skills. Following the first
element up by introducing an exhaustive 'pounding' vocabulary, this
guide is key to making stand-up strikers all the more formidable on
the floor. Guaranteed to improve the game of even the best
submission players, this handbook ensures tighter defence and
enhanced offensive tactics, offering a one-stop solution for this
vital but often overlooked aspect of the mixed martial arts arena.
One of the most feared and useful weapons in mixed martial arts
(MMA) competition is dissected and discussed in this
fully-illustrated guide to both perfecting and defending against
the low kick. Many competitors view this technique as a
single tool in their arsenal, limiting themselves when they could
be taking this low-line method of attack and
modifying it to fit far more kicking situations than those commonly
used. This volume demonstrates how to expand the low-kicking
arsenal, showing how a simple alteration in leg targeting can
strongly challenge an opponent's defense, and how to hone
low-line kicking power and speed so that rapid-fire low-line
kicking becomes a powerful advantage. These techniques are
prime for MMA competitors and anyone who wants to improve both
their self-defense and competition skills with the best empirical
information available.
This instructional guide explains the origins of submission
wrestling, the underlying fighting skill associated with such
events as the Ultimate Fighting Championships and the King of the
Cage. It explores its various offshoots and influences and features
hundreds of photos to demonstrate techniques and training
exercises. Rules and regulations regarding associated competitions,
workout programs, and match etiquette are thoroughly discussed, and
resources for further research are included. Full of self-defensive
skills and tips that improve physical fitness, confidence, and
mental toughness, this book starts the novice on the path to proper
training and provides fundamental information for all skill
levels.
Emphasizing the "mix" in mixed martial arts, this manual addresses
the inherent problems in combining different fighting styles.
Pioneering a unique drilling matrix that allows the fighter to
dissolve the distinctions between separate arts, this guide allows
practitioners to effortlessly blend the different disciplines into
one seamless whole. Covering both offensive and defensive aspects,
this training handbook is the definitive reference for executing
optimal flow-chain drills.
Ideal for aspiring or practising no-holds-barred (NHB) athletes or
for anyone seeking an elite fitness routine, this manual employs
the regimens of top NHB athletes. Explaining how to apply the
scientific concepts of specificity and synergy to create tailored
workout routines, this manual features scores of exercises -- from
old standbys to modern training techniques -- for any type of
athlete. Requiring minimal time and equipment, the programs in this
resource add excitement to routines and keep readers stimulated
while providing fundamental training information for all skill
levels.
Written for women who want more out of their workout routine than
polite, early-evening sessions of Pilates or Zumba or yoga, this
go-to manual is filled with a wealth of information on high
intensity training (HIT) that will help readers meet quality,
high-end fitness objectives. The book begins with profiles of a
diverse range of women who have blazed a trail in extreme sporting
activities. It then addresses some of the usual concerns women have
about becoming overly muscled, offering facts and real-life stories
that prove that femininity doesn't have to be sacrificed for
fitness. The guide also discusses the importance and value of HIT,
describing what it is, what is realistically achievable, and how
approaches differ for men and women. Hundreds of illustrations of
core exercises are also provided, from the basic building blocks to
the most challenging exercises, and the exercises themselves are
organized into a variety of conditioning programs that match
different fitness levels and needs. Women looking to test the
limits of their fitness and endurance need look no farther than
this book.
Covering the essential tactic and art of striking in a series of
blows, this guide illustrates how today's best mixed martial arts
fighters have discovered the devastating effect of "punches in
bunches", or strike combinations - a mix that includes fists,
kicks, elbows, and knees. The importance of striking in multiples
of three is emphasised with an explanation of how to stage strikes
in order to maximise load and release, counter striking, creating
angles, and straight striking. Also included is the tactical role
of footwork, how to merge defensive and offensive moves, and
overcoming the various challenges posed by range. Avoiding a common
blend of different styles, this reference takes the most efficient
combinations culled from elite competition and presents them in
stair-stepped drill sets, enabling fighters to utilise the same
striking approaches advocated by the best coaches and competitors
in the business.
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