Martial Arts Pocket Guide

By (author) Kingfisher
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A concise yet fact-packed pocket guide to the super popular sport of Martial Arts.
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From major competitions to sporting facts, there''s so much to be inspired by as you turn the pages of this comprehensive handbook, the Martial Arts Pocket Guide!

Keen to learn more about the history, as well as modern-day stats? Trying to find which style is right for you? Whether it’s the fast kicks of taekwondo, the skilled throws of judo, or the disciplined moves of karate, this book breaks down the history and philosophy of martial arts.

You could be an established enthusiast or new to the sport - this book is filled with practical tips, iconic moves to aspire to, and important insight about how focus, respect and determination are vital parts of training.

Whether you''re gripped by kung fu, karate, judo, taekwondo, aikido, Brazilian jiu-jitsu, tai chi, Muay Thai, capoeira, sumo, silat, kendo, hapkido, savate, or one of the many other martial arts, this exciting handbook has it covered.

Clear, engaging text by Eric Rynston-Lobel combined with bold, colourful photographs make this an accessible and comprehensive guide for young readers. Discover why martial arts is so popular around the world with this fantastic book!

Biographical note:
Eric Rynston-Lobel is a Chicago-based sportswriter and journalist with over a decade of taekwondo experience under his belt. He currently works with Northwestern University’s Local News Initiative and was previously a reporter for the Concord Monitor in New Hampshire and sports director for Northwestern’s WNUR Sports. His writing has been published by Sports Illustrated, The IX Sports, World Lacrosse, and Popular Science.
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A concise yet fact-packed pocket guide to the super popular sport of Martial Arts