What makes a great business book is that it is a book that helps you find a better version of yourself. Keep in mind that anyone can view public collections - they may also appear in recommendations and other places. With detailed lineage charts of most of the major Okinawan Martial Artsl arts systems, sequential photographs displaying the distinctive techniques of his subjects, solid reportage, and frank quotes from his interview subjects, Okinawan Karate is a complete and encyclopedic source of information.

Finance is provided by PayPal Credit (a trading name of PayPal UK Ltd, Whittaker House, Whittaker Avenue, Richmond-Upon-Thames, Surrey, United Kingdom, TW9 1EH). With the collaboration of Lee's daughter, Shannon, and Bruce Lee Enterprises, this new edition is expanded, updated, and remastered, covering topics such as Zen and enlightenment, kicking, striking, grappling, and footwork. Kata, the formal exercises of karate training, were the essence of practice in Okinawa and China, and are the core training method even today. His ideas helped energize his life and career, and made it possible for him to live a happy and assured life, overcoming difficult obstacles with seeming ease. As well as setting forth the basic rules that must be put into practice when performing kata or applying techniques in kumite, this volume pinpoints the underlying physical and physiological principles.On his way home, he commits a rash act, becomes a fugitive and brings life in his own village to a standstill-until he is captured by a weaponless Zen monk. Good thing their sister has been training every day to master some serious karate moves that save the day. The Essential Karate book is a must-have for any martial arts enthusiast, from beginner to black belt!

To enable personalised advertising (like interest-based ads), we may share your data with our marketing and advertising partners using cookies and other technologies. It requires integration of varying strengths and speed, and mastery can be seen in a smooth and unbroken flow of movements. Read more about the condition New: A new, unread, unused book in perfect condition with no missing or damaged pages. Lund's book is one of the few books I would consider complete in providing an overall and detailed aspect of traditional Japanese karate. From the first enthusiastic kiai in the dojo to the solemn black belt presentation ceremony, students learn that karate is all about fitness, confidence, discipline and respect.Essential reading for anyone involved in sports and activitites who wants to understand and develop their overall fitness. This book complements volume 3 of this series and, like the earlier volume, includes writings of masters of the martial arts to guide the student toward spiritual awareness and mental maturity. For me, of one of the best books on explaining Japanese Budo to Westerners, but it had to be published privately in the Netherlands, ‘Budo – ‘Thoughts on Michi’ by Kyudo master Matsui Iwao (2006). The three kata in this volume are on the Japan Karate Association recommended list and are notable for the sticklike use of the arms–Jitte, the circular movements of hands and feet coordinated with breathing–Hangetsu, and easy, agile movements, combined into continuous techniques–Empi. Black Belt Karate: The Intensive Course – This highly-regarded instructional book looks at Shotokan techniques used in areas such as kihon, kumite and kata.