
Fighter's Fact Book 1
Principles and Drills to Make You a Better Fighter
Loren W. Christensen(Author)
YMAA Publication Center (Publisher)
2nd Edition
Published on 13. October 2016
Book
Paperback/Softback
304 pages
978-1-59439-482-9 (ISBN)
Description
With over 45 years of experience in the ring, on the mat, and in the street, Loren W. Christensen understands the daily challenges martial artists face. In this book he has put together a collection of over 400 tips, drills, principles, concepts, and exercises to give you the edge, no matter what style of martial art you practice. Discover quick and innovative ways to improve your punching, kicking, sparring, and self-defense skills-plus dozens of tips to develop speed, power, and flexibility. If you are feeling stuck or bored in your martial arts routine, Loren's no-nonsense style will get you up and training with a fire you have not felt in years. Highlights include: *10 ways to improve your speed*5 ways to increase your power*10 ways to train for self-defense*10 ways to improve health and fitness*Dozens of tips for improving kicks, blocks, and hand strikes*Guidance on psychological preparation Fighter's Fact Book includes hundreds of training methods drawn from the author's vast experience, research, and interviews with top instructors from around the country. This is an essential reference for every martial arts student and instructor.
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Edition
2nd Edition
Language
English
Place of publication
Rolindale, MA
United States
Edition type
New edition
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Illustrations
black & white halftones
Dimensions
Height: 228 mm
Width: 151 mm
Thickness: 20 mm
Weight
480 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-59439-482-9 (9781594394829)
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E-Book
11/2016
YMAA Publication Center
€14.49
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Person
Loren W. Christensen has been involved with martial arts since 1965. He has earned an 8th dan in American Free Style Karate, 2nd dan in Jujitsu, and 1st dan in Modern Arnis. Loren has authored over 50 books (a couple non-fiction), and has written popular articles for numerous martial arts magazines during the past 30 years. Loren was inducted into the 2001 Masters Hall of Fame for a Golden Lifetime Achievement Award. He is a retired Army MP and Portland Police Officer. Loren Christensen resides in Portland Oregon.