Archive for Martial Arts Books
Total MMA: Inside Ultimate Fighting
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- ISBN13: 9781550228465
- Condition: NEW
- Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.
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From the Ultimate Fighting Championship’s (UFC) meager beginnings to its present-day glory, this in-depth chronology reveals all the information needed to understand the contemporary world of mixed martial arts, where the backroom deal-making is as fierce as the fighting. Between the UFC’s controversial president, Dana White, the political persecution that the sport has suffered from politicians like John McCain, and the tumultuous careers of its greatest stars, m… More >>
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There are many self-defense books on the market, all of which stress reaction in the face of an attacker’s aggression and few of which are not hampered by invalid assumptions derived from carefully constrained martial sports. The emphasis is overwhelmingly on reactive technique, rather than pro-active strategy. But, as any football fan knows, most often the best defense is a strong, unpredictable offense. With a slavish dedication to the wrong traning paradigm and u… More >>
Soul of the Samurai
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Thomas Cleary’s translation of Code of the Samurai introduced the social, political, and organizational principles of samurai culture, including loyalty to family, a sense of service and duty, and the rules for dealing with allies and enemies.
In Soul of the Samurai, Cleary delves into the key influence of Zen on the samurai’s combat style, from its emphasis on detachment-meaning a willingness to sacrifice life (including one’s own)-to the attempt to clear the mi… More >>
Tang Soo Do : A Korean Martial Art Question and Answer Book
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Bokken: Art of the Japanese Sword
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- ISBN13: 9780897501040
- Condition: NEW
- Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.
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Dave Lowry frequently travels throughout Asia to research its culture and history, and has written several books about Japan and the budo. He started writing for Black Belt magazine more than 20 years ago and has shared his traditional take on the martial arts world in a monthly column called Karate Way since 1986. In Bokken: Art of the Japanese Sword, Lowry focuses his expertise on the techniques and history of the bokken–the wooden training sword use… More >>
Freedom From Fear: Self Defense for Women
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Daniels and Van Dyk to very accomplished self defense experts will teach you the real ways of defending yourself from a ladies perspective and so much more you will be totally amazed by what you learn from these two…. More >>
Bunkai-Jutsu: The Practical Application of Karate Kata
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Warrior Speed
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Warrior Speed is the definitive reference on speed training for martial artists. Author Ted Weimann has done exhaustive research on the physiology, kinesiology, and psychology of speed to bring you the most modern and effective techniques, tactics and training methods. Get answers to the common questions about speed including: * What is the origin of speed and how can you enhance your natural talents?
* What are plyometrics and how should you do them … More >>
Mastering the Rubber Guard: Jiu Jitsu for Mixed Martial Arts Competition
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- ISBN13: 9780977731596
- Condition: USED – VERY GOOD
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In Mastering the Rubber Guard, Eddie Bravo, the only American to submit a member of the legendary Gracie family in jiu-jitsu competition, reveals the techniques and strategy of the Rubber Guard, a revolutionary system of grappling designed specifically for the street and mixed martial arts competition.
Through descriptive narrative and nearly a thousand color photographs, Bravo teaches dozens of unique moves and submissions. Widely regarded as not only the most … More >>
Mastering the Rubber Guard: Jiu Jitsu for Mixed Martial Arts Competition
- ISBN13: 9780963199638
- Condition: NEW
- Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.
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High quality paperback. One of the fastest selling martial arts books in the world! 20,000 copies in print. 9×10 1/2″ Full Color cover. 500 plus charts, illustrations, and photos. Authors George Dillman, with Chris Thomas are considered the top experts on pressure point self-defense in the world. Because of this book, Black Belt Magazine editor Michael James said,” Dillman will change the way future generations learn karate.”… More >>
Advanced Pressure Point Fighting of Ryukyu Kempo: Dillman Theory for All Systems Point Fighting