Fitness for Full-Contact Fighters

Author: Christoph Delp
Publisher: Blue Snake Books
ISBN: 9781583941577
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 264

Book Description
Martial artists require a unique physical training program, one that ensures that powerful attacking and rapid counterattacking techniques can be used in self-defense performed over the full course of any contest or practice. In Fitness for Full-Contact Fighters, trainer, author, and fighter Christoph Delp presents a fitness training program expertly tailored to the martial arts. The book, amply illustrated with spectacular photographs from renowned photographers, details the basics of martial arts fitness training and offers an in-depth description of its various elements: flexibility, stamina, and power. The exercises are described in detail and presented step-by-step by leading martial artists. The book focuses on planning and monitoring one’s training and includes complete training programs as well as extensive advice on the proper diet. With this guide, martial artists at all skill levels, from newcomers to those at an advanced level, vastly improve their ability to perform in training and competition.

Muay Thai Basics

Author: Christoph Delp
Publisher: Blue Snake Books
ISBN: 1583941401
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 225

Book Description
A step-by-step guide to all things Muay Thai—with historical insights, training programs and schedules, and technical demonstrations by Muay Thai champions. In this hands-on manual, renowned trainer Christoph Delp offers a crash course in Muay Thai, or Thai Boxing, which combines fitness training, self-defense, and competitive sport. The guide covers: • Muay Thai history, rules, and equipment • basic but essential skills, including starting positions and footwork • all attacking techniques and select defensive techniques and strategies • training regimen structure, content, planning, and scheduling • historical training methods and stretching programs Featuring detailed demonstrations by Thai champions from Bangkok’s famed Sor Vorapin gym, Muay Thai Basics offers authoritative instruction for Thai boxers and other martial arts enthusiasts looking to self-train or supplement their club training.

The Ultimate Mixed Martial Arts Training Guide

Author: Danny Plyler
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1440307830
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 270

Book Description
A Must-Have Resource for all Warrior Athletes Regardless of your skill or fitness level, The Ultimate Mixed Marital Arts Training Guide - with more than 300 step-by-step photographs, detailed callouts, and comprehensive instruction - is the personal trainer you need to accomplish your workout goals and sharpen your techniques. You'll learn: • Cardio and strength training exercises like mountain climber push-ups, partner closed guard sit-up reaches, and the Muay Thai scarecrow • Striking and defense techniques such as the jab, cross, hook, overhand, Muay Thai knee, inner/outer thigh kick, and head kick • Wrestling and countering techniques including the dirty boxing clinch, the over-under clinch, and the Muay Thai clinch • Takedowns like the hip throw, shoot takedown, and single and double leg takedown • Jiu-jitsu passing and escape techniques for the full mount, knee mount, closed guard, open guard, and more • Winning submission moves like the arm bar, Kimura, omoplata, guillotine, ankle lock, and triangle choke • Drills to improve your punching and kicking speed and accuracy • Mental exercises to sharpen your focus, reduce your fears, and increase your concentration • Diet and nutrition techniques the pros use to stay in top fighting condition - whether they're in training mode or cutting weight before a match Whatever your personal fitness and fighting ambitions might be, The Ultimate Mixed Martial Arts Training Guide is your all-in-one resource to peak physical conditioning, clear mental focus, increased confidence, and superior fighting skills.

Mastering Muay Thai Kick-Boxing

Author: Joe E. Harvey
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
ISBN: 1462905641
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 388

Book Description
Become a champion in the Thai martial arts world with this Muay Thai training guide! Muay Thai (or Thai boxing), the national sport of Thailand, has become one of the most prominent martial arts forms in the mixed martial arts (MMA) arena. Often called "the art of eight limbs," Muay Thai combines the use of punches, kickboxing, elbows, knees and standing grappling moves. Mastering Muay Thai Kick-Boxing is an excellent aid to anyone training in Muay Thai or MMA--new students can learn the moves efficiently, while experienced students will refine their techniques. Author and experienced martial artist Joe Harvey presents students with over 200 color photographs and training aids, such as stepping diagrams, tables, training drills, tips, and more! This Muay Thai book will take your practice of this intense sport to the next level.

Muay Thai Kickboxing

Author: Chad Boykin
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN: 9781981132805
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 216

Book Description
In the most comprehensive guide available for entry into the fast-growing sport of Muay Thai kickboxing, personal trainer, Thai boxing coach and experienced fighter Chad Boykin leads you through every aspect of the game. Whether you long to test your mettle in the ring or simply get in the best shape of your life, this book will show you how. With clear, instructive photos and descriptions, Boykin demonstrates the conditioning exercises that provide the foundation for the power and speed of Muay Thai. Then he takes you step by step through the brutal elbow and knee strikes, punches, clenches and kicks that form your offensive arsenal, plus the blocks and evasion techniques that will confound your opponent. Training drills teach you to flow from one move to the next with accuracy and confidence. A veteran of the ring, Boykin gives novice fighters inside information on what to expect and offers advice on fighting styles and strategies. Whether you've been participating in kickboxing for years or are new to the sport, this book will give you the edge you need to succeed.

Muay Thai Training Exercises

Author: Christoph Delp
Publisher: North Atlantic Books
ISBN: 1583946586
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 201

Book Description
A full-color specialized guide for fitness, strength, and cross-training for Muay Thai and Mixed Martial Arts fighters as well as their trainers Effective martial arts training, especially for a demanding sport like Muay Thai, requires a prudent training plan. In Muay Thai Training Techniques, professional trainer Christoph Delp shows amateur as well as advanced fighters how to best utilize their training time, whether at home or in the gym, alone or with a partner or coach. A comprehensive guide for Muay Thai fighters as well as those utilizing Muay Thai techniques in Mixed Martial Arts (MMA), Muay Thai Training Techniques includes over 300 full-color illustrations and photos. It teaches effective exercises to improve flexibility, stamina, and strength as well as basic fighting techniques such as feints, counters, and combinations. Muay Thai champions Saiyok Pumphanmuang and Kem Sitsongpeening are featured, demonstrating their own training methods and most effective techniques. Training is broken down into core components that any Muay Thai fighter or instructor can use to help build an individual training plan; several ready-made, detailed training plans are also included for beginners, intermediate, and advanced practitioners. Rounded out with crucial information on nutrition, weight classes, and the importance of regeneration to effective training, Muay Thai Training Techniques will help all Muay Thai fighters to take their practice to the next level.

How to Fight Muay Thai

Author: Howexpert
Publisher: Howexpert
ISBN: 9781647582180
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 180

Book Description
If you want to learn how to fight Muay Thai, then get How to Fight Muay Thai narrated by a real-life Muay Thai instructor. This How to Fight Muay Thai guide will give you all the history, traditions, customs, and basic techniques you need to know to begin Muay Thai. If you've always wanted to start Muay Thai, but weren't sure what the techniques are and how to perform them, How to Fight Muay Thai will explain basic techniques that you can learn quickly. You can then build on those basic techniques. This step-by-step guide will help you begin your Muay Thai journey the right way. Whether you want to improve your current Muay Thai, or start from the beginning, this step-by-step guide will show you basic techniques that you can develop and easily practice on your own. In this audiobook, your questions will be answered as to why certain techniques are performed and why they should be executed correctly to get the most power. Improve your stance to ensure better footwork skills. Learn to carry out basic Muay Thai moves the right way. Get a better workout by practicing correctly and efficiently. Learn the proper way to wrap your hands. What should you expect in your first Muay Thai class? Learn to become more powerful by using the tips and tricks in this step-by-step guide. If you enjoy Muay Thai, then this is the perfect opportunity to live your dream of becoming better at Muay Thai. Advance your conditioning and stamina with the drills in this guide. Discover what you've been missing in your punches or kicks with the detailed instruction. Gain speed and accuracy by following the numerous tips. The ancient art of Muay Thai is more than just fighting; this step-by-step guide will be invaluable to you. HowExpert publishes quick 'how to' guides on all topics from A to Z by everyday experts.

Weight Training for Martial Arts

Author: Katalin Rodriguez-Ogren
Publisher: Price World Publishing
ISBN: 1619843587
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 332

Book Description
Weight Training for Martial Arts is the most comprehensive and up-to-date martial arts-specific training guide in the world today. It contains descriptions and photographs of the most effective weight training, flexibility, and abdominal exercises used by martial artists worldwide. This book features year-round martial arts-specific weight-training programs guaranteed to improve your performance and get you results. No other martial arts book to date has been so well designed, so easy to use, and so committed to weight training. This book is the most informative and complete resource for building muscles, speed, and stamina to enable the body to excel in judo, karate, aikido, kung fu, jujitsu, taekwondo, kempo, muay thai, and all other martial arts forms. The book provides martial artists with an abundance of easy to follow training techniques needed to be effective in the martial arts, such as flexibility, joint stabilization, balance, and muscle development. From recreational to professional, martial artists all over the world are already benefiting from this book’s techniques, and now you can too!

Training for Warriors

Author: Martin Rooney
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 006204656X
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 1124

Book Description
To be a warrior, you must train like a warrior Discover the training secrets that have produced World Champions in MMA, Submission Grappling, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and Judo. More than 750 color photos will show you how to perform hundreds of exercises designed to specifically target each area of your body. You'll also learn: Nutrition and safe weight-cutting tips Information on dealing with injuries Advice on the warrior mind and mental game The ultimate 8-week warrior workout plan Whether you are a fighter or just want to look like one, Training for Warriors is a proven, comprehensive system to get you fit for whatever battle life throws at you.

Muay Thai The Art of Eight Limbs The Science of Nine

Author: Stuart Hurst
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781673939002
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 332

Book Description
This is not just a "how-to" book, about Muay Thai but a "how and why we do" book. It contains the knowledge gained in over forty years of training with World famous Muay Thai Grandmasters. I have taken their teachings and combined it with my own experiences in the Thai arts to help explain why Muay Thai is still recognised as the ultimate stand-up fighting art. I also explain using modern frames of reference and Western science the original ancient teachings of Eastern Muay Thai. Striking methods are broken down in simple, easy-to-understand steps, or in "my Muay Thai principles" as I prefer to call them. Learn the A, B, C's of Muay Thai skills and the circles of attacking weapons, why the 45-degree triangle is so important in Muay Thai, and many more to help you get the most out of your Muay Thai training. These proven techniques and principles have helped countless fighters become champions. Ajahn Stu.