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The Martial Arts Woman

Author : Andrea F. Harkins

Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Page : 220 pages

File Size : 38,19 MB

Release : 2016-09-22

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ISBN : 9781544916217

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The Martial Arts Woman book shares the stories and insights of more than twenty-five women in the martial arts, and how they apply martial arts to their lives. Unlike most other martial art books, the reader will catch a glimpse into the brave and empowered woman who dares to be all that she can be. Many of these women had to overcome great societal or personal challenges to break into the men's world of martial arts. This book will motivate and inspire you to go after your goals in life and to fight through every challenge and defeat every obstacle. The Martial Arts Woman book will open your eyes to the power of the human spirit and the martial art mindset that dwells in each of us.



Women in the Martial Arts

Author : Carol A. Wiley

Publisher : North Atlantic Books

Page : 156 pages

File Size : 28,24 MB

Release : 1992

Category : Self-Help

ISBN : 9781556431364

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Essays discuss various types of martial arts, and looks at how the martial arts help women to develop positive self-images and break free of the role of victim.



Women in the Martial Arts

Author : Linda Atkinson

Publisher :

Page : 181 pages

File Size : 14,63 MB

Release : 1984-04-01

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ISBN : 9780396082972

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Global Perspectives on Women in Combat Sports

Author : Christopher R. Matthews

Publisher : Springer

Page : 480 pages

File Size : 11,79 MB

Release : 2016-04-29

Category : Social Science

ISBN : 113743936X

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Book Description

This volume offers a wide-reaching overview of current academic research on women's participation in combat sports within a range of different national and trans-national contexts, detailing many of the struggles and opportunities experienced by women at various levels of engagement within sports such as boxing, wrestling, and mixed martial arts.



A Woman's Guide to Self Defense

Author : Vic Shayne

Publisher : Consumer PressInc

Page : 116 pages

File Size : 27,75 MB

Release : 1993

Category : Health & Fitness

ISBN : 9780963764171

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Women in the Martial Arts

Author : Linda Atkinson

Publisher : Dodd Mead

Page : 200 pages

File Size : 19,73 MB

Release : 1983

Category : Sports & Recreation

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Tells of women who have achieved excellence in judo, karate, kung fu, t'ai chi chuan, tae kwon do, kendo, and aikido.



A Real Woman in Karate

Author : Clare Potter

Publisher : Lulu.com

Page : 166 pages

File Size : 50,59 MB

Release : 2018-05-15

Category : Sports & Recreation

ISBN : 024470564X

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Book Description

One woman's journey into Karate. Busy being a wife and mother whilst trying to hold down a full-time job, her dream was to explore the art of Karate. Clare gives an honest insight into the struggles she has overcome to lead a fulfilling life at home and in the dojo. Not a superhero, model or a fitness fanatic just a real woman in karate.



Sharp Spear, Crystal Mirror

Author : Stephanie T. Hoppe

Publisher : Inner Traditions / Bear & Co

Page : 326 pages

File Size : 16,79 MB

Release : 1998-03

Category : Body, Mind & Spirit

ISBN : 9780892816620

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The 24 female martial artists interviewed here discuss the challenges of their training and how it has helped bring new purpose to their lives. Some of these women were athletes before beginning, while others had never been comfortable with their bodies, yet all received deep spiritual nourishment through their practice.



Combat Fitness for the Elite Female Martial Artist

Author : Martina Sprague

Publisher : Wish Pub

Page : 222 pages

File Size : 23,79 MB

Release : 2006

Category : Sports & Recreation

ISBN : 9781930546813

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Teaches women how to toughen up and become effective martial artists and defenders of self and others. Although there are a few other martial arts books written specifically for women, these books generally focus on a particular style of martial art and give the reader basic information on that art. This book differs by focusing on how women can gain respect as martial artists in a male-dominated environment.