Tae Kwon Do is more than just a fighting style: it combines self-defense, exercise, meditation, philosophy, and self-awareness to improve oneself physically, mentally, and spiritually.
From the Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and author of The Prince of Providence, a revelatory biography of greatest heavyweight champion of all time.
Chivalry is a flower no less indigenous to the soil of Japan than its emblem, the cherry blossom; nor is it a dried-up specimen of an antique virtue preserved in the herbarium of our history.
Separating fact from myth, Kalb attempts to determine which of these long-held conspiracy theories hold water, and which ones fall flat under scrutiny.
If you want to look like a world-class athlete, you have to train like one, and no athletes train harder or look better doing it than professional boxers.
In every sport, in every country around the world, there are fans on the losing side who know that something other than skill and luck beat their favorite team or player.
Authentic qi gong as practiced in the Shaolin Temple where this discipline originated centuries ago *; Reveals the fundamental spiritual principles and includes both a short and long form of the daily exercises*; Explains the benefits of mastering energy in the body, such as organ strengtheningThe great teacher Bodhidharma is credited with the creation of Shaolin Temple qi gong and kung fu in the 6th century CE.
A guide to the internal martial arts exercises of short-form Wu-Style Tai Chi *; Details the 8 core forms of Wu-Style Tai Chi with fully illustrated instructions *; Ideal for older practitioners as well as those with health disabilities due to the ';small frame' primary stance, slower and smaller movements, and conservation of energy *; Explains how Wu Style provides a natural introduction to martial arts boxing *; Reveals how Wu Style eases stiffness, relieves back pain, and reduces abdominal fat Following the flow of chi energy, rather than directing it as in traditional Tai Chi, Wu-Style Tai Chi focuses on internal development, seeking to conserve chi energy and gather jin power from the Earth through the tan tien.
Morihei Ueshiba, who founded Aikido early in this century, intended that his martial art would give form to profound spiritual truth, and lead to a unification of the world's peoples.
Brock Lesnar became the biggest name in international Mixed Martial Arts when he debuted in 2008, and not just because of his jaw-dropping 6'3"e;, 265-pound physique.
Before Frank Shamrock became known professionally as "e;The Legend"e;-winning almost every mixed martial arts title in existence-he endured a childhood marred with abuse, neglect, and molestation that led to an equally troubled young adulthood.
An intimate profile of the legendary mixed martial arts (MMA) referee, this first full-length autobiography of pop culture icon Big John McCarthy details every aspect of his lifefrom his strong-handed Los Angeles upbringing to his involvement in the naming of the sport, his role in its regulation, and MMAs rise in stature.
Delivering an inside account of one of wrestling's most famous fighters, this autobiography offers a rare chance to learn about Joe "e;Animal"e; Laurinaitis's life both inside and outside the ring.
This book is the most comprehensive and authoritative reference ever published on the wide range of martial arts disciplines practiced in cultures around the world.
An introduction to the ancient Kung Fu practice designed to unify physical, mental, and spiritual health*; Describes the unique Iron Shirt air-packing techniques that protect vital organs from injuries*; Explains the rooting practice exercises necessary to stabilize and center oneself*; Includes guidelines for building an Iron Shirt Chi Kung daily practiceLong before the advent of firearms, Iron Shirt Chi Kung, a form of Kung Fu, built powerful bodies able to withstand hand-to-hand combat.
Energetic massage techniques that dispel negative emotions, relieve stress, and strengthen the senses, internal organs, and nervous system *; Shows how Chi Massage employs one's own internal energy to promote rejuvenation *; Presents Chi Massage techniques for every organ and bodily system *; Provides a daily practice routine that requires only 5 to 10 minutes to complete The Western concept of massage primarily concerns muscle manipulation.
