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THE ART OF HOJO UNDO
POWER TRAINING FOR TRADITIONAL KARATE |
| By: |
Michael Clarke |
| Format: |
Paperback |
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£16.99 |
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£14.02 |
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£2.97 |
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| ISBN 10: |
159439136X |
| ISBN 13: |
9781594391361 |
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| Publisher: |
YMAA PUBLICATION CENTER |
| Pub. date: |
1 January, 2009 |
| Pages: |
220 |
| Description: |
Hojo undo means 'supplemental training equipment' for traditional martial artists. This book details how to construct and use many training tools of Okinawa, provides mechanical drawings, comprehensive training methods, and an historical context to understand why Hojo Undo was created in 'old' Okinawa. |
| Synopsis: |
Silver Winner - 2010 IP'S Living Now Award1st Runner Up - 2010 Eric Hoffer AwardEndorsement - 2010 IP's Highlighted Title AwardFinalist - 2010 Book of the Year Award by ForeWord MagazineFinalist - 2010 USA Best Book Award Hojo Undo means 'supplementary training', and using these tools is the key for developing the devastating power of karate techniques. Without Hojo Undo, a practitioner cannot reach the profound strength levels required for a lifetime of karate training. This book details how to construct and use many training tools; provides accurate mechanical drawings, comprehensive training methods, and an historical context to understand why Hojo Undo was created in 'old' Okinawa. * Warm up exercises* Detailed construction drawings* Build your own Hojo Undo tools!* Learn how to use the tools to develop devastating power* Link your increased power to fighting techniques* Hear what Okinawan Masters say about Hojo Undo training |
| Illustrations: |
Black and White Photographs throughout |
| Publication: |
US |
| Imprint: |
YMAA Publication Center |
| Returns: |
Returnable |