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2) Sambo: Una guía esencial sobre este arte marcial similar al judo, el jiu-jitsu y la lucha libre, jun
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Una guía práctica para entender el sambo y sus diversos componentes. ¿Quiere mejorar sus habilidades de defensa personal contra alguien con un arma?¿Por qué el sambo es una de las disciplinas más importantes de las artes marciales?¿Cómo se puede calmar una situación tensa utilizando sus habilidades en el sambo?
Este libro se centra principalmente en proporcionar una comprensión práctica y completa del sambo para que pueda mejorar sus técnicas...
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The surprising roots of the self-defense movement and the history of women's empowerment.
At the turn of the twentieth century, women famously organized to demand greater social and political freedoms like gaining the right to vote. However, few realize that the Progressive Era also witnessed the birth of the women's self-defense movement.
It is nearly impossible in today's day and age to imagine a world without the concept of women's self defense....
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The problem with learning MMA is that it can be overwhelming for beginners who are unsure where to start or how to progress. Many people give up on MMA after a few training sessions because they feel like they're not making any progress, or they're not confident in their skills.However, "Fighter Mindset: Mental Toughness Techniques for MMA Success" provides a comprehensive and structured approach to learning MMA, from the basics of striking and grappling...
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This book is the second part of a four-book series that collectively presents and provides detailed illustrated descriptions of close to 200 technical manoeuvres used in modern boxing.In this edition you will find descriptions of series of three punches only, while previous part describes combinations of two punches and subsequent parts describe series of four and five punches.All presented manoeuvres aim to cultivate skills of athletes helping them...
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This book is the third part of a four-book series that collectively presents and provides detailed illustrated descriptions of close to 200 technical manoeuvres used in modern boxing.In this edition you will find descriptions of series of four punches only, while previous parts describe combinations of two, series of three punches and the last part describes series of five punches.All presented manoeuvres aim to cultivate skills of athletes helping...
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Did you know that the latest technology and research shows that the brain undergoes very specific changes in its functioning during a close combat incident? Whether training for self defence, law enforcement / military close combat procedures, or traditional martial arts and sports fighting: under certain conditions the brain will switch from one mode of functioning to another. The Maul Book is the first book to delve into this research, and through...
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The follow-up novel to the Highly-Rated The Origin of Master Hopkick: Beginnings!
John started training martial arts on his home island with no knowledge of belts, ranks, or styles. Now that he finds himself calling Australia home and has a black belt around his waist, John is learning that a black belt isn't the end goal but is instead a new beginning. He has much to learn as he prepares to teach new students for the first time based on his...
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In Tae Kwon Do: A Guide for Players and Fans, young readers will jump right into one of the world's oldest sports. Readers will find easy-to-read explanations of tae kwon do's beginnings, basic rules and strategies, and how they can suit up and head to the dojang. This book features colorful photos, fun facts, and informative sidebars, and kids who love martial arts will get closer to earning their first belt with every page!
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It has been said that a successful martial artist doesn't need size or strength, because "it's all in the technique." It has also been said that the power of a martial artist seems to increase quickly with weight, and the best lightweight fighter in the world will be defeated every time by an unranked heavyweight in a bar brawl. So is it size and physical strength that matters, or is it experience and dedication to correct technique? This book explores...
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An empowering guide, helping kick-ass women to realise their true strength.
'As women, we've been told from an early age that we're weaker and need saving. Now we know better. We must learn how to use our strengths to our advantage, so that we can unleash the animalistic lioness in us all to protect and fight, tooth and nail, with our heads held high.'
Fight Like a Girl is a practical and empowering guide, arming you with the knowledge and confidence...
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LEARN THE ULTIMATE DEFENSE AND FIGHTING SYSTEM FOR BEGINNERSAs the official fighting system of the Israeli Defense Forces, Krav Maga hasbeen battle-tested and has been proven successful. Its emphasis on instinctivemovements and efficient counterattacks makes it an easy-to-learn and highlyeffective program for anyone-male or female, large or small, young or old.Krav Maga for Beginners presents the system's fundamental techniques, its most useful real-world...
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Kung Fu Panda 4 bursts into theaters on March 8, 2024! This movie novelization retells Po's and Zhen's epic adventures in the blockbuster film. It also features a quote book with Po's favorite sayings! Dumplings not included.
Po is the Dragon Warrior, chosen by Master Oogway to wield the Staff of Wisdom. But when Master Shifu makes a shocking announcement-that Po must train his successor and assume the mantle of Spiritual Leader-Po isn't sure...
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Seven Seas Entertainment, LLC
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[2022]-
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"Feared and hated for his sinister abilities, Wei Wuxian-the grandmaster of demonic cultivation-was driven to his death when the most powerful clans united to destroy him. Thirteen years later, Wei Wuxian is reborn. Summoned by a young man who sacrificed his soul in a forbidden ritual, Wei Wuxian is now bound to seek vengeance on the stranger's behalf or risk the destruction of his own soul. But when an evil entity emerges, a familiar face from Wei...
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Paramount
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[2022]
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Hard-luck hound Hank finds himself in a town full of cats who need a hero to defend them from a ruthless villain's evil plot to wipe their village off the map. With help from a reluctant teacher to train him, our underdog must assume the role of town samurai and team up with the villagers to save the day.
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Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 2
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Fifteen-year-old Ben's mother would like him to follow his best friend, Tanner, and join Chief Master Lisa Kleisch's tae kwon do studio, but Ben is loyal to his long-time instructor, Mr. Ronson; besides he really does not like what he sees of Lisa Kleisch's joyless technique--and when Tanner admits that he hates it at the new dojang, Ben is more determined than ever to prove that he can win with Mr. Ronson.
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