Author: Lily Chou and Norman G. Link
Publisher: PERSEUS / RUNNING PRESS, Jul 2010
Binding: Softcover
ISBN: 1-56975-787-9
Synopsis
The perfect training supplement for martial artists, this book's detailed anatomical drawings show exactly what is happening inside the body while it's performing a physical movement. The detailed illustrations highlight how specific muscles stretch & contract to create powerful kicks, throws, strikes, blocks, & holds. 60 Color illus.; 7.5x9inches, 128 pgs.
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The perfect training supplement for martial artists, this book's detailed anatomical drawings show exactly what is happening inside the body while it's performing a physical movement. The detailed illustrations in The Anatomy of Martial Arts highlight how specific muscles stretch & contract to create powerful kicks, throws, strikes, blocks, & holds. Designed for those practicing any martial art ? including judo, karate, kung fu, tae kwon do, capoeira, jujitsu, muay thai, & hapkido ? the book explains the training needs & universal techniques used to strengthen muscle, prevent injury, & improve form & control during each move. It also captions each illustration with the technical terms for every muscle, giving martial artists an in-depth understanding of the inner workings of their body in motion. More than just an anatomy book, each section is accompanied by a series of helpful strength training & stretching exercises to improve the function of vital & vulnerable muscles.
