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As well as setting forth the basic rules that must be put into practice when performing kata or applying techniques in kumite, this volume pinpoints the underlying physical and physiological principles of karate: source and concentration of power; stance, form, stability and technique; movement in all directions; basic and comprehensive aspects of training.
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7 of 8 people found the following review helpful
The Best Karate series is THE definitive reference
for the praticing karataka. Fundamentals covers
the basic blocks, strikes and stances.
for the praticing karataka. Fundamentals covers
the basic blocks, strikes and stances.
Now having moved up to yellow belt I can better understand its content. I have regularly diped into this reference in order to better understand the techniques and knowledge my sensi has passed on in the dojo.
The book is all about Kihon (Fundamentals): The generation of power using the hips, developing good stance, the dynamics of moving and changing direction. The key points of basic techniques and coordination.
The text is well supplemented with lots of clear black and white photographs (a picture paints a thousand words).
There is no substitute for time spent in the dojo or practicing your kata in the garage, however, IMHO, time spent reading and absorbing the content of this book WILL benefit you.
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The serious students starting point.
22 July 1997
The Best Karate series is THE definitive reference
for the praticing karataka. Fundamentals covers
the basic blocks, strikes and stances.
for the praticing karataka. Fundamentals covers
the basic blocks, strikes and stances.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Simply the Best
12 April 2010
The Best Karate Series are the definitive books for learning the art of Shotokan karate. They have been around for many years and still none have surpassed their excellence. They are very helpful for the beginner and the advanced student alike. I have read them all and have found that each book in the series is excellent. Although you can't learn a martial art from a book alone, these books are an excellent supplement to your training and are very helpful in learning the finer points of the art of Shotokan. Each book in this series sets the standard for books on Shotokan training. There are simply none better, at least none better that I have found, and I read a lot of martial arts books. I highly recommend these books for anyone who is interested in improving their karate or who is interested in Shotokan. They are simply the best! Highly recommended. 5 Stars.
Bohdi Sanders, Shotokan Blackbelt and author of Warrior Wisdom: The Warrior's Path
Bohdi Sanders, Shotokan Blackbelt and author of Warrior Wisdom: The Warrior's Path
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
An excellent guide to Shotokan Karate Basic techniques.
25 Feb 2010
The Best Karate Series by the late Master Nakayama are fantastic manuals to help any karate student improve their techniques and understanding of karate-do. This volume covers an explanation of Karate-Do, how to use the hips correctly to deliver the most powerful blocks, punches, strikes and kicks. The importance of having a strong stance, how to change direction and how to block, punch, strike and kick correctly are covered in this text.
Using this great text in combination with training in a Shotokan Karate dojo will increase your skill level to a high degree.
Rating: 5 Stars. Joseph J. Truncale (Author: Shotokan Karate for Self-Defense: Combat Karate for the street official manual).
Using this great text in combination with training in a Shotokan Karate dojo will increase your skill level to a high degree.
Rating: 5 Stars. Joseph J. Truncale (Author: Shotokan Karate for Self-Defense: Combat Karate for the street official manual).
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