Martial Arts Fitness

The Art of Expressing the Human Body, a title coined by Bruce Lee himself to describe his approach to martial arts, documents the techniques he used so effectively to perfect his body for superior health and muscularity.

Wing Chun is the most popular form of Chinese kung fu in the world today, with more than four million practitioners. This guide will fascinate and educate anyone interested in the martial arts, from beginner to master. The art as it is presently understood has been handed down from teacher to student for more than 300 years. Until now, no one has ever stepped back and taken a critical look at why this art's techniques are presented and performed the way they are.

From legendary Brazilian jujitsu and MMA master Rickson Gracie comes a riveting, insightful memoir that weaves together the story of Gracie’s stunning career with the larger history of the Gracie family dynasty and the founding of the Ultimate Fighting Championship, showing how the connection between mind and body can be harnessed for success both inside and outside the ring.

Miyamoto Musashi (1584 - 1645) was arguably the greatest swordsman who ever lived, a legendary figure whose methods of thought and strategy have been studied and adopted across a wide spectrum of society, from martial artists to military leaders to captains of industry. The iconic sword saint of Japan was clearly a genius, yet he was also a functional psychopath - ruthless, fearless, hyper-focused, and utterly without conscience. Shortly before he died, Musashi wrote down his final thoughts about life for his favorite student Terao Magonojo to whom Go Rin No Sho, his famous Book of Five Rings, had also been dedicated.

Over 40 and training in BJJ? Zen now offers new concepts that will change the way you think and train instantly. This is the audiobook I wish I had when I began training in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. My age, I didn't think was a factor at the time and now after many years on the mats, I've found that certain strategies and concepts when applied save me from constantly being injured or de-motivated by plateaus.

One of the most popular Chinese martial arts, Tai Chi Chuan, is also one of the most effective stress relievers available. In China, it is also used extensively for the prevention and treatment of illnesses, and its beneficial effects for health and fitness are now widely recognized in the West. The Complete Book of Tai Chi Chuan is a comprehensive and fascinating guide to the practical application and potential benefits of Tai Chi Chuan.

This is an introduction to the amazing world of krav maga, a self-defense option unlike any other! In Krav Maga: Easy and Quick Guide to Self-Defense, you'll learn about this comprehensive self-defense technique. Learn about the history behind krav maga, its origins, and how it grew to be an international phenomenon. Krav maga was created for the military but has been adapted for civilians. No matter your walk of life, krav maga is an option for you!

Are you a novice trying to learn the basic katas? Do you often struggle with advanced Kung Fu moves and forms? Is your regular Shaolin training seemingly getting you nowhere? This audiobook will solve all your martial arts dilemmas, answer all your Wushu questions, and help you become a Kung Fu master in the shortest time possible. With helpful descriptions of moves and stances, you don't have to waste time searching for walk-throughs during your training regime. It is high time you took your Kung Fu practice to the next level, and this audiobook will help you do just that.

A comprehensive guide on many different aspects of martial arts pedagogy. Topics include: teaching children with learning disabilities, anatomy and common injuries, leadership skills, and hundreds of specific drills.

Have you ever been attacked by a bigger, or stronger person? Self-defense training in Not a one size fits all approach! Tactics designed for bigger, stronger persons do not work for smaller, weaker individuals. Physiology matters! In this book you will learn: • The most efficient strikes specifically geared for the smaller person. • Crucial blocks and defenses to help you avoid getting hit. • The most effective clinching tactics to stop the assailant from hitting you. • Critical techniques and tactics to use to avoid getting grabbed by a strong assailant. • A complete fitness ...

Step into the transformational world of "Mindful Moves," where each page turns the key to a deeper understanding of how mindfulness and movement converge to create a more enriched, balanced, and powerful lifestyle. This groundbreaking eBook invites you to embark on an exploratory journey to unite the spirit of meditation with the vitality of exercise, opening up realms of possibility for your physical and mental wellbeing. Commence your adventure with "The Foundation of Mindful Moves," as you grasp the seamless interconnection between mind and body, and unlock the myriad benefits of a ...

Power Boxing Workout Secrets: A 21-Day Program to Becoming a Devastating Knockout Puncher in Boxing and Mixed Martial Arts is a unique power development program made for fighters who want to be champions by dramatically increasing their power and explosiveness in the ring. When used correctly, this comprehensive power program will double your knockout power and fighting explosiveness in as little as 21 days. Power Boxing Workout Secrets is different from any other boxing program. The boxing drills and exercises featured in this program are seldom seen or discussed in boxing circles. ...

So many disciplines promise happiness, security, health, wisdom or enlightenment, but few deliver more than just words. Yet, when you fuse together an ancient eastern practice with a thoroughly 21st century take - you create something beautifully intriguing and inspiringly new that encompasses so many of these qualities: Bean Curd Boxing.

Taekwondo is distinct in many aspects. Although it is a combat sport, it is incredibly ironic. In contrast to violence or anarchy, Taekwondo sparring fosters a sense of camaraderie. Taekwondo is a lifestyle that you need to experience.

SUPERHERO SIMPLIFIED: Collected, Selected, Revised and Expanded collects the best of the Superhero Simplified blog (www.SuperheroSimplified.blogspot.com) with over 50 pages of new, previoulsy unpublished material added in. Written by Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt and Strength & Conditioning coach Scott Burr, the Superhero Simplified blog served as a "fitness, nutrition, and skill resource for the aspiring superhero." FROM THE AUTHOR'S FOREWORD: "I started the Superhero Simplified blog in August, 2013. At that time I'd been running The Fight Gym—a mixed martial arts training center-turned...

Kickboxing 101 teaches basic kickboxing techniques for self-defense, fitness, and fun. It explains how to control stand up aspects of a fight through movement, defensive maneuvers, and striking attacks. It also offers insight in the various aspects and principles of kickboxing. This manual imparts on listeners as many of the basics as possible.

If you answered yes, you're not alone. Whether you are just starting out or have been training for years, this is the book for you! Don’t be that guy or gal on the mat who loses not because of a lack of skills, but because your opponent simply outmuscled you or had more endurance. This book takes out all the guesswork about how to properly build strength and endurance. You’ll find all the tools you need to get you performing at the highest level possible.

This is a very short guide giving 50 Kickboxing combinations. It includes a warm-up and extensive stretch routine. This will give you a set of 50 top combinations that you can practice as part of your home workout routine. Some knowledge of martial arts or completing the beginners book in this series is needed.

Whether you are just starting to explore the self-defense/self-protection world or you are already a martial artist but you're looking for more information, this book will give you all of the answers you need to get started or keep going.

Tai Chi is a mystical art that promises martial power, as well as good health. But sometimes, it is just too abstract to know if we are doing it correctly. This book is for practitioners who wish to get on the right track and aims to explain Tai Chi with no abstract concepts, scientific concepts, and even styles-specific concepts.