Provides an introduction to the sport of kickboxing, including equipment, techniques, training and fitness routines, preparing for competitions, self-defense, and related matters.

Learn the origins of various martial arts, how to select the best style, and discover the keys to achieving a balance between physical, spiritual, and mental training. 70+ photos.

A guide to the Korean martial art chronicles the sport's history and explains etiquette, belts and rankings, and training routines

This book teaches the basics of the Pilates method of fitness, a whole body workout that strengthens the abs and back and straightens the posture. Practiced worldwide by dance companies, physical therapists, and health clubs, the method is especially good for pregnant women, for people who have special fitness needs because of chronic back pain, joint stress, or obesity, and for anyone wishing to prevent osteoporosis.

Fitness boxing is one of the hottest workout trends across America, with over 10,000 health clubs featuring fitness boxing and boxaerobics programs. But what is fitness boxing, exactly? It's an exercise program that uses aspects of professional boxing training and aerobics to build strength and confidence, and of course, burn calories. And, it's fun--especially with a partner. This is the only book of its kind to lead the reader through each dynamic stage of fitness boxing. From stretching and jumping rope to sit ups, toning, and leg work, to each kind of punch and their combinations, expert Tom Seabourne puts it all together in this knockout of a fitness title. And, to make it even easier, he and two of his students demonstrate the program on a professional 30- minute DVD, produced for and packaged exclusively with this title.

You're no idiot, of course. You know how important it is to find an activity that exercises both your body and your mind. But you've given up on yoga, dropped out of cardio-kickboxing, and decided that aerobics just doesn't cut it. You'd love to try karate, but just thinking about all those fancy kicks and chops makes your head spin. Don't kick back just yet! The Complete Idiot's Guide to Karate includes tons of easy-to-understand information on this exciting martial art. In this Complete Idiot's Guide, you get: --Invaluable insights into the student-teacher relationship. A look at the history of karate in Japan and the United States. Expert advice on choosing a karate school. Idiot-proof strategies for mastering different stances, blocks, punches, and kicks. Simple ways to ward off injury in class and in competition.

This book is aimed at the beginner wishing to learn the art of Kickboxing and Muay Thai. It includes a step-by-step technique photo guide. A practical and easy-to-understand beginner's guide to Kickboxing and Muay Thai.