K.O. Power


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Explosive Speed and Power isn't something you are either born with or not, but like all things can be developed. K.O. Power will show you how to unlock your hidden potential,allowing you to be faster and more powerful than you thought possible. In K.O. Power you will learn: --How to design a personalized training routing to develop explosive power and speed in your punches, kicks and throws --How to optimize training time and properly peak for competition --Which are the most effective strength training, plyometric and ballistic exercises for fighters --Why big muscles aren't necessarily strong, and why strong muscles aren't necessarily powerful --How improper endurance training can inhibit your speed and power. --Why light-weight, high-speed training can actually make you slower. Praise for Mark Ginther and K.O. Power: "Mark's workouts for explosive power are really impressive. When it comes to training for speed and power, K.O. Power is the undisputed champion!" --Mark Hunt, MMA fighter in the UFC, Pride FC, and winner of the 2001 K-1 World Grand Prix "I was an avid reader of Mark's strength & conditioning column in Full Contact Fighter, and was impressed by how dead-on his information and advice was. For those that want to become heavy hitters, K.O. Power is a must read." --Phil Baroni, Veteran MMA fighter of the UFC, Pride FC, Strikeforce and others. "In preparation for my fight in K-1 Dynamite, Mark devised a routine that improve my endurance without sacrificing power! Mark has the ability to take what you think you know, and throw a whole new light on it. Anyone interested in developing knockout power should definitely read K.O. Power." --Bob Sapp, Veteran fighter in K-1, Pride FC, and others, professional wrestler, actor, comedian and former professional NFL football player




Power Punches


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A year in boxing by Boxing Scene.com contributer JE Grant. From his famous Top 25 Heavyweights lists, to coverage of major and minor fights alike, to insights about the boxing game, this is a must-read for boxing fans worldwide.




The 10 Best Power Punches


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WANT BONE SHATTERING POWER PUNCHES! Dramatically increase your punching power with Sammy Franco's battle tested power punching techniques. THE 10 BEST POWER PUNCHES FOR BOXING, MARTIAL ARTS, MMA, AND SELF-DEFENSE gives you the winning edge you'll need in both the ring and the streets. In this one-of-a-kind book, you'll learn simple and effective bone crushing knock-out power punches that will drop any opponent of any size. THE 10 BEST POWER PUNCHES is ideal for: Boxing Mixed martial arts (MMA) Martial arts Kickboxing Self-defense/Street fighting Personal fitness TURN YOUR FISTS INTO SLEDGEHAMMERS! This easy to follow book covers the entire spectrum of explosive power punching techniques. Learn how to throw the perfect "knockout power punch", turn your hands into virtual sledgehammers, discover the hidden secrets of power punching footwork, hand strengthening, heavy bag conditioning, target and timing training, and the best power punching training tips. THE 10 BEST POWER PUNCHES FOR BOXING, MARTIAL ARTS, MMA, AND SELF-DEFENSE will show you that it's not size or strength, but punching form and technique, timing and proper footwork that will turn your fists into lethal power pistons. By following the techniques outlined in this book and the workout routines, you will dramatically improve your punching power regardless of your size, strength, or level of training experience.




Fighting Power


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Find out how to combine the latest techniques with centuries-old secrets, resistance exercises and proper body mechanics to make your punches, kicks, blocks and throws more powerful, as well as to defend yourself against explosive power. Double your fighting power by following this proven training regimen.




Straight Lead


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"The straight punch is the core of Jeet Kune Do."—Bruce Lee The straight lead was a key element in Bruce Lee's development of his own personal style. It was designed to be uncomplicated, economical, and brutally effective but is not as simple as it might seem. Bruce Lee once described it the most difficult move in the Jeet Kune Do arsenal. Lee developed JKD as a response to the shortcomings he found in traditional martial arts, but it also includes elements of Western combat systems that he found effective. It incorporates contributions ranging from Jack Dempsey's approach to boxing to the fencing style of Aldo Nadi. In The Straight Lead: The Core of Bruce Lee's Jun Fan Jeet Kune Do, author Teri Tom describes the development of the straight punch in Western martial arts and describes Bruce Lee's refinement of the technique. It also offers a thorough instruction in the complexity and power of the move—showing martial artists of any discipline how to incorporate this devastating attack into their repertoire. With forewords by Shannon Lee Keasler and Ted Wong, chapters include: A Brief History of Straight Punching Evolution of Jeet Kune Do's Straight Lead The Stance Mechanics of the Straight Lead Footwork Why the Straight Lead? Application Speed Variations of the Straight Punch What Jun Fan Jeet Kune Do is Not Go to the Source An Interview with Ted Wong




Inch Punch Power


Book Description

Inch Punch Power covers the details and training methods of this unique aspect of Kung Fu, including the famous one-inch punch. This book presents the...• Details of cultivating kinetic Martial power, • The 4 energies or “Sei Ging”, • The 12 Body zones which generate power, • Inch power exercises from Wing Chun, White Eyebrow, Southern Mantis, Southern Crane and Six Elbows Kung Fu, • The 36 Classical Martial tactics, • 187 Martial Maxims, device training, specialized striking fists and much much more.




Boxer's Bible of Counterpunching


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Boxing is more about what you do in resonse to punches than punching prowess itself. This guide is an encyclopedia of counter boxing and includes every effective defense, response and follow-up combination to every attack.--Publisher.




Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky (Volume 1)


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Best-selling author Rick Riordan presents Kwame Mbalia's epic fantasy, a middle grade American Gods set in a richly-imagined world populated with African American folk heroes and West African gods. Seventh grader Tristan Strong feels anything but strong ever since he failed to save his best friend when they were in a bus accident together. All he has left of Eddie is the journal his friend wrote stories in. Tristan is dreading the month he's going to spend on his grandparents' farm in Alabama, where he's being sent to heal from the tragedy. But on his first night there, a sticky creature shows up in his bedroom and steals Eddie's notebook. Tristan chases after it--is that a doll?--and a tug-of-war ensues between them underneath a Bottle Tree. In a last attempt to wrestle the journal out of the creature's hands, Tristan punches the tree, accidentally ripping open a chasm into the MidPass, a volatile place with a burning sea, haunted bone ships, and iron monsters that are hunting the inhabitants of this world. Tristan finds himself in the middle of a battle that has left black American folk heroes John Henry and Brer Rabbit exhausted. In order to get back home, Tristan and these new allies will need to entice the god Anansi, the Weaver, to come out of hiding and seal the hole in the sky. But bartering with the trickster Anansi always comes at a price. Can Tristan save this world before he loses more of the things he loves?




The International Boxing Hall of Fame's Basic Boxing Skills


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For all boxers and fans, this step-by-step guide to successful boxing by a two-time World Heavyweight Champion will be educational and entertaining. Floyd Patterson set out to “pass along to you what I’ve learned, to unlock some of the secrets of the greatest sport in the world.” He succeeded, creating a classic that’s one of the most comprehensive boxing manuals ever written. Topics include rules, equipment, how to bandage your own hands, stance, bobbing and weaving, punching technique, offensive and defensive moves, strategy, and conditioning—all offered with stories from Patterson’s career. Plus, there is a full workout program. With a new introduction by International Boxing Hall of Fame member Bert Randolph Sugar, this tour de force is an excellent resource for trainers and boxers as well as a tribute to a great champion’s career. Skyhorse Publishing, as well as our Sports Publishing imprint, is proud to publish a broad range of books for readers interested in sports—books about baseball, pro football, college football, pro and college basketball, hockey, or soccer, we have a book about your sport or your team. In addition to books on popular team sports, we also publish books for a wide variety of athletes and sports enthusiasts, including books on running, cycling, horseback riding, swimming, tennis, martial arts, golf, camping, hiking, aviation, boating, and so much more. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to publishing books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked by other publishers and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.




Black Belt


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The oldest and most respected martial arts title in the industry, this popular monthly magazine addresses the needs of martial artists of all levels by providing them with information about every style of self-defense in the world - including techniques and strategies. In addition, Black Belt produces and markets over 75 martial arts-oriented books and videos including many about the works of Bruce Lee, the best-known marital arts figure in the world.