Book Description
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.
Author : Carol A. Wiley
Publisher : North Atlantic Books
Page : 156 pages
File Size : 39,48 MB
Release : 1992
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 9781556431364
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.
Author : Andrea F. Harkins
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 220 pages
File Size : 30,77 MB
Release : 2016-09-22
Category :
ISBN : 9781544916217
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.
Author : Linda Atkinson
Publisher :
Page : 181 pages
File Size : 22,10 MB
Release : 1984-04-01
Category :
ISBN : 9780396082972
Author : Christopher R. Matthews
Publisher : Springer
Page : 480 pages
File Size : 25,8 MB
Release : 2016-04-29
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 113743936X
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.
Author : Vic Shayne
Publisher : Consumer PressInc
Page : 116 pages
File Size : 38,77 MB
Release : 1993
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9780963764171
Author : Linda Atkinson
Publisher : Dodd Mead
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 32,50 MB
Release : 1983
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN :
Tells of women who have achieved excellence in judo, karate, kung fu, t'ai chi chuan, tae kwon do, kendo, and aikido.
Author : Monica McCabe-Cardoza
Publisher : Overlook Books
Page : 216 pages
File Size : 15,95 MB
Release : 1996
Category : Self-Help
ISBN :
Author : Michael DeMarco, M.A.
Publisher : Via Media Publishing
Page : 233 pages
File Size : 16,73 MB
Release : 2016-07-01
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 1893765288
This anthology is filled with content specifically selected for readers who have a strong interest in women’s participation in the Asian martial traditions. In addition to combative theory and practice, topics include aspects of theatrical performance, music, dance, gender studies, and insights for embodying philosophical elements into daily life. The twelve chapters that were written by noted authorities will certainly educate and inspire. These focus on the martial traditions of Japan, China, India, Korea, Indonesia, and the Philippines. All of the historical and cultural details add much to the scholarly perspectives on these Asian arts. At the same time they add to the appreciation of how and why martial elements are infused in artistic performances, such as theater, music, and dance. Throughout can be seen the unifying thread of the womans’ role which will increase our appreciation of the feminine presence in Asian martial traditions.
Author : L.A. Jennings
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 223 pages
File Size : 12,24 MB
Release : 2014-10-23
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 1442236442
Women’s fighting sports have a rich and storied history. As far back as the eighteenth century, female fighters battled at varying levels, from county fairs to elite events. With new opportunities to compete in legitimate arenas—from the Olympics and the Golden Gloves to wrestling tournaments and Ultimate Fighting Championships—women are now able to fight in ways their predecessors never could. And though women today still often face the same derision their predecessors faced, their fortitude and determination has earned them respect from much of the fighting community. In She’s a Knockout!: A History of Women in Fighting Sports, L.A. Jenningschronicles the stories of these strong and resilient women—including wrestlers, mixed martial arts competitors, and boxers—and the different issues they have encountered. Throughout the narrative, Jennings situates the stories of the female fighters in the culture of their time, revealing how women were often seen as objects of spectacle and ridicule before finally garnering admiration in the fighting world. The women featured in this book include England’s “Championess” Elizabeth Stokes of the 1720s, American wrestler Cora Livingstone in the 1930s, and early MMA great Debi Purcell in the 2000s. Featuring historical and contemporary photographs and exclusive interviews with professional fighters, this book delivers an in-depth look into the struggles and triumphs of female fighters. Fans of fighting sports, sports historians, and those interested in the history of women in sports will find this a fascinating and illuminating read.
Author : Tracy Ilene Carrington
Publisher :
Page : 230 pages
File Size : 43,85 MB
Release : 2001
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ISBN :