Download or read book The Overlook Martial Arts Handbook written by David Mitchell and published by Harry N. Abrams. This book was released on 1997-03-01 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An ideal introduction and comprehensive survey for both the novice and the experienced martial artist, this highly readable and complete martial arts handbook covers Karate, Kendo, Kung Fu, Judo, and Aikido, as well as the lesser known disciplines of Budo, Hapkido, and the Thai martial arts. 150 line drawings. Glossary.
Download or read book The Overlook Martial Arts Reader written by Randy F. Nelson and published by Harry N. Abrams. This book was released on 1992-12-01 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For the general reader and specialist, this anthology presents, in the words of the masters, the basic philosophies behind each martial arts discipline.
Download or read book The Overlook Martial Arts Reader written by John Donohue and published by Harry N. Abrams. This book was released on 2004-11-08 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A detailed anthology and analysis of fundamental martial arts writings from the ancient and modern worlds, from Lao Tzu's Taoist principles of striving for the natural to Musashi's classic writings on swordsmanship and discipline, is complemented by editor commentary on why the martial arts exert in
Download or read book The Martial Artist s Handbook written by Jeremy Lesniak and published by . This book was released on 2022-06-30 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A lifetime of experience in martial arts and fitness plus years of conversations with prominent martial artists led to this book, a collection of key topics that every martial artist should consider, from the basics to the philosophical.
Download or read book The Overlook Martial Arts Dictionary written by Emil Farkas and published by Overlook Books. This book was released on 1985 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Overlook Martial Arts Reader written by Randy F. Nelson and published by Overlook Books. This book was released on 1989 with total page 342 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Articles focus on the history, training and discipline, and philosophy of of the martial arts, and stress their common elements.
Download or read book A Handbook of Martial Arts written by Fay Goodman and published by Southwater Publishing. This book was released on 2003 with total page 268 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book examines the underlying philosophy behind each martial art and the physical benefits to be gained, and presents the most popular techniques, and some of the more advanced moves.
Download or read book The Martial Arts Book written by Laura Scandiffio and published by Annick Press. This book was released on 2003 with total page 68 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The history and philosophy of the various martial arts and how they have evolved to today's practice.
Download or read book Southeast Asian Martial Arts Cambodia Myanmar Thailand Vietnam written by Michael DeMarco and published by Via Media Publishing. This book was released on 2017-02-24 with total page 145 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What martial arts are associated with Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, and Myanmar (Burma)? What makes them unique when compared with other Asian martial systems? This anthology is a convienent collection that focuses on the martial arts of these areas, such as the familiar art of Muay Thai, and lesser-known arts of Than Quyen of Vietnam, Burmese bando, and Cambodian leth wei. In chapter one, the David Allan brings readers inside the Lumphini Stadium in Bangkok to witness the fighters’ kickboxing skills and etiquette through text and photographs. He also records how musicians play and the locals participate in each event, with emotional exuberance of cheering, and betting. Jeremy Skaggs wanted to go to Thailand to train with some of the top Muay Thai fighters. His chapter allows readers to relive his experience through text and superb photography. He reports on his travel to Thailand, daily training routines, daily life there, and a night at the Lumphini Stadium. Chapter three by Jason Tran presents the origin and functions of That Son Than Quyen’s “spirit forms” as inspired by real and mythic animals. This is accomplished by contrasting Than Quyen with Chinese imitation styles, tracing the development of Vietnam religion and superstitions, and exploring the impact of geographic and cultural elements. In the next chapter Scott Mallon recounts excursions he made into Myanmar and Cambodia to learn about their indigenous martial arts firsthand. He reports on the Muay Thai-like systems and their similarities and difference, along with the special cultural atmospheres where these arts are found. Excellent photo coverage highlight the martial artists. Loh Han Loong’s chapter goes beyond the common views of Thai boxing by critically examining the way Muay Thai is portrayed in nonacademic sources, such as articles and websites. The manner in which Muay Thai is framed in popular culture is not simply the result of historical facts, but is a way of creating the Thai nation myth and the uniqueness of Thai culture. The lengthy final chapter by Dr. Winborne focuses on the bando system. His chapter explores ancient Burmese fighting traditions and their evolution to modern-day martial arts practices. Bando is a seamless amalgam of striking methods, grappling techniques, weapons approaches, and healing strategies from the Southeast Asian country currently known as Myanmar. This comprehensive self-defense system is reviewed and analyzed based on documented viewpoints of prominent masters and practitioners. The philosophy and principles that undergird the bando system are discussed as well. This anthology offers a concise overview of the history, cultures, and combative systems associated with the geographic areas of Cambodia, Myanmar, Vietman, and Thailand. Familiar or not with these martial traditions, readers will be find the chapters informative and photography delightful.
Download or read book The Mixed Martial Arts Handbook written by and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 185 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Boxer s Heart written by Kate Sekules and published by ABRAMS. This book was released on 2012-05-29 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Brave and ballsy . . . the internal chaos that prompts Sekules’ rage and desire to retaliate is a more original, fascinating place to visit than any gym.” —Salon.com The Boxer’s Heart is a brilliantly candid memoir of the world of women’s boxing, now updated and with a new afterword. Written in raw and vivid style, it tells the story of how a young everywoman moves to New York City to write and, through struggles and disappointments in her personal life, rises through the ranks at the famed Gleason’s Gym to box professionally. Sekules’s account unfolds with the pace and depth of a great novel, crammed with larger-than-life characters and piercing observations. Any woman who has grappled with anger and trust in her relationships, been nagged by insecurity at the gym, or wondered what it feels like to throw a punch will identify with this witty and honest account of “ the sweet science of bruising.” “It’s a knockout, folks . . . The Boxer’s Heart is a winner, on all cards.” —Newsweek “What is most captivating about Sekules’ love letter to boxing is how she reconciles the feminine proclivity for tenderness and nurturing with their simultaneous ability to knock one another out, to unleash fury in a controlled and respectful way.” —Oprah.com “Sekules . . . is appealingly self-aware . . . [and] gives us a sense of women’s boxing as a thriving movement.” —The New York Times Book Review “This is a story of self-discovery, about finding out what you love, and then doing it—with passion, with a boxer’s heart.” —Kirkus Reviews
Download or read book Chinese Martial Arts Training Manuals written by Brian Kennedy and published by Blue Snake Books. This book was released on 2008-01-08 with total page 345 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Secret training manuals, magic swords, and flying kung fu masters—these are staples of Chinese martial arts movies and novels, but only secret manuals have a basis in reality. Chinese martial arts masters of the past did indeed write such works, along with manuals for the general public. This collection introduces Western readers to the rich and diverse tradition of these influential texts, rarely available to the English-speaking reader. Authors Brian Kennedy and Elizabeth Guo, who coauthor a regular column for Classical Fighting Arts magazine, showcase illustrated manuals from the Ming Dynasty, the Qing Dynasty, and the Republican period. Aimed at fans, students, and practitioners, the book explains the principles, techniques, and forms of each system while also placing them in the wider cultural context of Chinese martial arts. Individual chapters cover the history of the manuals, Taiwanese martial arts, the lives and livelihoods of the masters, the Imperial military exams, the significance of the Shaolin Temple, and more. Featuring a wealth of rare photographs of great masters as well as original drawings depicting the intended forms of each discipline, this book offers a multifaceted portrait of Chinese martial arts and their place in Chinese culture.
Download or read book The Kung Fu Handbook written by Peter Warr and published by Rosen Young Adult. This book was released on 2008 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introduces the sport of kung fu, discussing such topics as stretching and warm-up exercises, stance and fist training, hand and foot techniques, and kung fu for self-protection.
Download or read book Martial Arts written by Claudio A. Iedwab and published by Human Kinetics. This book was released on 2000 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Martial Arts Mind & Body combines the best mental and physical training principles of various martial art forms to enhance performance. Centered on the Japanese concept of kiai, the book explains how to unite your mental, physical, and spiritual energies. As a result, you will be able to: sharpen concentration and awareness, improve your ability to learn new skills, perform better in training and competition, and remain focused under stress." "As you learn how to integrate the energy of the mind and body, you will increase your resistance to fatigue, discomfort, and distraction. You'll also learn techniques to control the body's responses to respiration, metabolism, and muscle relaxation."--Jacket.
Download or read book The Kung Fu Handbook written by Peter Warr and published by . This book was released on 2008-01 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This handbook looks at the history and development of kung fu, as well as demonstrating stances, hand and foot techniques from some of the main styles, and the philosophy behind the martial art.
Download or read book Hidden Hands written by Phillip Starr and published by Blue Snake Books. This book was released on 2010-11-23 with total page 250 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The solo forms or sets of a martial art may appear to be merely flashy performances or rote exercises for conditioning, and because of this many students disregard this aspect of their training. True martial arts masters, however, know that the forms of a system actually contain all of the techniques and secrets of that system—if one knows how to look for them. Often called the “great books” of martial arts, forms are crucial for a deeper understanding of the art one practices. In Hidden Hands, Phillip Starr provides detailed instruction in the art of reading martial arts forms: by first mastering rudimentary “words” (individual techniques) and then moving on to simple “sentences” (combinations of techniques), the student will come to understand forms as ancient documents that contain the true essence of their art. Starr discusses different aspects of forms practice such as rhythm, timing, spirit, and performance, and presents specific guidelines for interpreting the movements of various forms. The book ends with the dissection and interpretation of a complete form. Containing examples from Chinese, Japanese, Okinawan, and Korean martial arts, Hidden Hands shows serious practitioners how to improve in any art and style.
Download or read book Martial Arts For Dummies written by Jennifer Lawler and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2002-11-29 with total page 390 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There’s plenty of good reasons that millions of people around the world study martial arts. Besides the fact you can get a great workout when you study a martial art, you may also experience a rewarding balance between your mind, body, and spirit that you just won’t find anywhere else. Plus, it can be a lot of fun! No matter what shape you’re in, martial arts is a great way to drop extra pounds, learn to defend yourself, and develop personal and physical discipline. Whether you’re already studying a style of fighting or you’re just considering it, you’ll find everything you need to know in this helpful, friendly guide (including which movies to check out!). The book breaks down the differences and presents the basics of each style of fighting, so you can make an informed choice about which style you want to study. You’ll also find out what makes for a good instructor, so you can be sure that you’re learning from the best. And there’s much more. You’ll find out: What martial arts is and is not Five resolutions you must accept Understanding the role of the instructor How to set goals for yourself All about the proper clothes, shoes, and equipment How to prevent injuries The philosophy of self defense All about competing in tournaments About Meditation and breathing techniques The lowdown on weapons There’s also a helpful glossary of foreign-language terminology that you’ll frequently encounter in the dojo – that’s the training hall – so you’ll always be prepared. Whether you’re looking for a new way to get in shape, or a new way to sharpen your mind, Martial Arts For Dummies is all you need to get started in Karate, Kung Fu, Tae Kwon Do, or any other style!
