Solo Training 2 : The Martial Artist's Guide to Building the Core / Loren W. Christensen.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Christensen, Loren W., author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Martial arts--Training.

Martial arts.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (334 pages)

Edition:

Second edition.

Place of Publication:

Wolfeboro, NH : YMAA Publication Center, Inc., [2016]

Summary:

The next evolution in fighting techniques and concepts In this follow-up to his phenomenally popular Solo Training, Loren W. Christensen digs down deep to come up with hundreds of more ways for you to rev up your training at home or in the gym. Solo Training 2 kicks off with a focus on building your body's core for stronger, faster, and more effective grappling, kicking, and punching. A strong core--chest, abs, hips, shoulders, and back--is the source of your body's power, speed, and coordinated movement. As a martial artist, having a strong core helps you to get more out of your training and to respond instantly and effectively to the fast-changing demands of competition or an explosive street encounter. You'll also get over 100 ways to work your combinations, cheat speed, improve accuracy, fight from unconventional stances, practice grappling when you can't find a partner, and get the most out of your mannequin bag. This book wraps up with eight workouts, each with a specific goal, like the free-hand power builder and the boxer workout. If you're looking to get more out of training, Solo Training 2 represents your next evolution in fighting techniques and concepts.

Contents:

Front Cover

Back Cover

Title Page

Copyright Information

Acknowledgements

Contents

Using This Book

Section One: Building a powerful foundation

11 Ways to Develop Powerful Fighting Abs

16 Innovative Push-Ups and 3 Ways to Bench Press

12 Ways to Develop Legs of Steel

13 Ways to Improve Your Core Grappling Strength

48 Ways to Build a Bone Crushing Grip

41 Ways to Prevent and Relieve Pain

21 Ways to Develop a Powerful Mind-Set

Walking Meditation

8 Ways to Create and Use Mental Triggers

Section Two: Sharpening the Warrior's Blade

9 Ways to Practice the Art of Fighting Without Fighting

9 Ways to Attack &amp

Defend From the I-Don't-Want-to-Fight Stance

5 Everyday Fighting "Stances

20 Ways to Practice Solo Grappling

16 Ways to Cheat Speed

14 Combinations on a Mannequin Bag

10 Ways to Create Same-Arm Combinations

12 Ways to Increase Your Hitting Accuracy

6 Differences Between Practice and Real Fighting

4 Mental Techniques For Women

4 Things to Do the Day of the Tournament

Section Three: 15-, 20- &amp

35-minute workouts

35-minute workout: boxer workout

20-minute workout: I-don't-want-to-fight stance

20-minute workout: cheating speed

25-minute workout: up-and-down kicking drill

15-minutes workout: weights

20-minute workout: free-hand power builder

20 Minutes: Combinations on a Mannequin

20-minute workout for women: mental commitment

Conclusion

Random thoughts to ponder

About the Author

Index

Books from YMAA

DVDs from YMAA.

Notes:

Includes index.

Description based on print version record.

ISBN:

1-59439-491-1

OCLC:

983742113