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Ultimate Flexibility is the book you've been waiting for. More than a collection of exercises or an explanation of technique, Ultimate Flexibility is a complete guide to stretching for martial arts, from the very basics of why you should stretch to detailed workout guidelines for every style and level of martial arts practice. Written by acclaimed author and martial artist Sang H Kim, Ultimate Flexibility is your guide to achieving maximum flexibility in your training. Begin with an in depth look at the hows and whys of flexibility and stretching. Learn about the many types of stretching, which methods are best for beginners, when to graduate to advanced techniques and why you should completely avoid certain types of exercises. You'll also find information that you wont find in any other martial art book, including a detailed exploration of how your body works for or against you in your training and how flexibility can make you stronger and faster. Building on this foundation, Sang H Kim teaches you nearly 200 flexibility exercises that he has personally used to achieve the highest levels of flexibility. You'll get detailed instructions, workout planning guides, goal setting tips, difficulty levels, injury prevention and recovery, and over 400 photos to guide you. Special bonus sections: 10 Tips for Full Splits, 20 Tips for High Kicks and 10 workouts for specific martial art types.

This is a comprehensive guide to the kicks of Taekwondo from white belt to black belt and beyond. Sang H. Kim shares his expert knowledge of fundamental, jumping, spinning and multiple kicks. You will get in-depth instruction for over 40 kicks, including the purpose of the kick, key points to pay attention to when practising, step-by-step execution of the kick, the best targets for each kick, applications for sport fighting and self-defence, plus the most common kicking mistakes and how to fix them. As you progress, you'll also learn exercises designed to improve your kicking flexibility, power, speed and balance. This book goes beyond the basics and explains the concepts behind awesome kicks including how to generate power using your whole body in every kick, how to generate maximum impact, how to use body mechanics to kick higher, and how to get the most out of every practice session. This is the ultimate reference for martial artists of all styles who want to master the art of kicking. Kicks included: Front Kick; Roundhouse Kick; Side Kick; Knee Kick; Raising Kick; Outside Crescent Kick; Inside Crescent Kick; Axe Kick; Whip Kick; Twist Kick; Pushing Kick; Flying Side Kick; Back Kick; Turn Kick; Spin Whip Kick; Hopping Kicks; Jumping Kicks; Jumping Spin Kicks; Multiple Kicks; Combination Kicks.

Advanced teaching concepts and effective school administration are thoroughly explored in this comprehensive guide for martial arts instructors. Dr. Sang H. Kim, a veteran in the field, addresses essential topics such as curriculum development, student retention strategies, and effective communication techniques. This reference serves as a valuable resource for instructors seeking to enhance their teaching skills and manage their schools efficiently, making it an indispensable tool for professionals in the martial arts community.

Successful self-defense begins with your most powerful weapon: your mind. Conceptual Self-Defense: A Personal Guide to Self-Protection is your guide to harnessing your natural survival instinct to overcome fear and respond quickly and decisively when faced with a threat. Author C. V. Rhoades examines the role our natural instincts play in self-defense: why we typically ignore them, how we can learn to tune in to them, and why we should listen carefully to what they are telling us in a crisis. With this knowledge as a foundation, you will discover specific methods for controlling fear, avoiding potentially dangerous situations, preparing yourself for a potential threat, understanding the role of weapons in an assault, and dealing with an assailant both physically and mentally.

Focusing on the roots of motivation, this book offers strategies for inspiring both yourself and others to break through obstacles related to creativity, productivity, and leadership. It delves into themes of success, decisiveness, change, and conflict resolution, providing practical insights to enhance personal and professional growth.

Ultimate Flexibility is the book you've been waiting for. More than a collection of exercises or an explanation of technique, Ultimate Flexibility is a complete guide to stretching for martial arts, from the very basics of why you should stretch to detailed workout guidelines for every style and level of martial arts practice. Written by acclaimed author and martial artist Sang H Kim, Ultimate Flexibility is your guide to achieving maximum flexibility in your training. Begin with an in depth look at the hows and whys of flexibility and stretching. Learn about the many types of stretching, which methods are best for beginners, when to graduate to advanced techniques and why you should completely avoid certain types of exercises. You'll also find information that you wont find in any other martial art book, including a detailed exploration of how your body works for or against you in your training and how flexibility can make you stronger and faster. Building on this foundation, Sang H Kim teaches you nearly 200 flexibility exercises that he has personally used to achieve the highest levels of flexibility. You'll get detailed instructions, workout planning guides, goal setting tips, difficulty levels, injury prevention and recovery, and over 400 photos to guide you. Special bonus 10 Tips for Full Splits, 20 Tips for High Kicks and 10 workouts for specific martial art types.

"Teaching: The Way of the Master" by Sang H. Kim Ph.D is an essential guide for martial arts instructors. It combines traditional martial arts training with contemporary teaching methods, offering a revolutionary system designed for the 21st century.

This is the first book on the market to cater to two growing populations, martial artists and baby boomers. Once a blood and guts sport for tough young men, martial arts is now touted by athletes, aerobics trainers, actors, super models and soccer mums as the number one way for adults to get fit and stay in shape. This book addresses important questions How old is too old start a marital art?; What type of exercises are best (and which ones are dangerous) for the over-40 martial artist?; What are the effects of ageing and how can martial arts combat them?; How can baby boomers keep up in a martial arts class full of gen-Xers?; What types of injuries are most prevalent after 40 and how can they be prevented? This book takes a positive and enthusiastic approach to taking up or continuing a martial art in middle age or later. Readers will be inspired, reassured and educated.

Focusing on the revitalization of Ki energy, this guide presents a sequence of 12 movements (MBX-12) designed to enhance the flow through the body's meridian channels. Combining mindful movement with deep breathing, it offers an active form of moving meditation that emphasizes principles of attention, centering, and release. The author provides detailed instructions, self-assessment criteria, and wellness applications, along with 13 MBX Mudras to further influence energy flow. Ideal for both beginners and experienced practitioners, it complements practices like Yoga, Tai Chi, and Qigong.