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Art and Science of Judo

Watanabe, Avakian, Ohlenkamp
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      "There have been many books on judo--some highly competent, others well-written or well-illustrated, some fit for beginners, others for the advanced student. To have all these in a single volume is unusual."--San Francisco ChronicleThe Art and Science of Judo is a revealing Japanese martial arts manual that focuses primarily on the scientific principles at work in Judo.In this book, highly-respected Judo instructors Jiichi Watanabe and Lindy Avakian delve deeply into the mechanics of Judo, offering clear-cut scientific explanations for the numerous techniques involved in throwing and grappling. By understanding the science behind the art, you will become prepared to perform the right moves at the right time and successfully meet the challenge of responding to your opponent.The book has over 200 illustrations and 40 photos which show the forces that are employed when performing common Judo throwing and grappling moves such as hip throws, foot sweeps, collar holds, and many more. In addition to the precise explanations of judo's physical aspects, you'll also find detailed insights into the psychological factors related to judo's underlying philosophy. Topics include: How dynamics are applied to JudoThe three principles for practicing JudoThe three laws of motion and how they apply to JudoDifferent kinds of force found in Judo techniquesHow to effectively practice throwing and grapplingA new foreword by Judo instructor Neil Ohlenkamp offers insight on the book's importance as a resource for every Judo practitioner and instructor. The Art and Science of Judo is a fascinating and valuable work, which will help you achieve success by not only understanding what techniques to master but also why they work and when to use them.
      Format: CONTRIBUTORS: Watanabe, Avakian, Ohlenkamp EAN: 9780804852234 COUNTRY: United States PAGES: WEIGHT: 539 g HEIGHT: 229 cm
      PUBLISHED BY: Tuttle Publishing DATE PUBLISHED: 2022-03-01 CITY: GENRE: SPORTS & RECREATION / Boxing, SPORTS & RECREATION / Martial Arts / General, SPORTS & RECREATION / Training WIDTH: 152 cm SPINE:

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      Sports training and coaching, Judo

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      Jiichi Watanabe was a well-known Judo instructor in Japan. A sixth-degree black belt, he was one of the pioneers in the scientific study of Judo.Lindy Avakian was a respected Judo instructor. He served in the US Air Force, studying Judo in Japan in the early 1950s. He completed the first foreign instruction course at the Kodokan Judo Institute in Tokyo in 1956. During his time in the military, he trained US Special Forces in self-defense.Neil Ohlenkamp has been a Judo instructor for over 45 years. He is a 7th degree black belt and was head coach of the U.S. Judo squad at 2 Paralympic Games. He is a member of the Kodokan Judo Institute and head instructor at the Encino (CA) Judo Club. He is the author of Judo Unleashed: Essential Throwing & Grappling Techniques for Intermediate to Advanced Martial Artists.
      "There have been many books on judo--some highly competent, others well-written or well-illustrated, some fit for beginners, others for the advanced student. To have all these in a single volume is unusual."--San Francisco ChronicleThe Art and Science of Judo is a revealing Japanese martial arts manual that focuses primarily on the scientific principles at work in Judo.In this book, highly-respected Judo instructors Jiichi Watanabe and Lindy Avakian delve deeply into the mechanics of Judo, offering clear-cut scientific explanations for the numerous techniques involved in throwing and grappling. By understanding the science behind the art, you will become prepared to perform the right moves at the right time and successfully meet the challenge of responding to your opponent.The book has over 200 illustrations and 40 photos which show the forces that are employed when performing common Judo throwing and grappling moves such as hip throws, foot sweeps, collar holds, and many more. In addition to the precise explanations of judo's physical aspects, you'll also find detailed insights into the psychological factors related to judo's underlying philosophy. Topics include: How dynamics are applied to JudoThe three principles for practicing JudoThe three laws of motion and how they apply to JudoDifferent kinds of force found in Judo techniquesHow to effectively practice throwing and grapplingA new foreword by Judo instructor Neil Ohlenkamp offers insight on the book's importance as a resource for every Judo practitioner and instructor. The Art and Science of Judo is a fascinating and valuable work, which will help you achieve success by not only understanding what techniques to master but also why they work and when to use them.
      Format: CONTRIBUTORS: Watanabe, Avakian, Ohlenkamp EAN: 9780804852234 COUNTRY: United States PAGES: WEIGHT: 539 g HEIGHT: 229 cm
      PUBLISHED BY: Tuttle Publishing DATE PUBLISHED: 2022-03-01 CITY: GENRE: SPORTS & RECREATION / Boxing, SPORTS & RECREATION / Martial Arts / General, SPORTS & RECREATION / Training WIDTH: 152 cm SPINE:

      Book Themes:

      Sports training and coaching, Judo

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      Jiichi Watanabe was a well-known Judo instructor in Japan. A sixth-degree black belt, he was one of the pioneers in the scientific study of Judo.Lindy Avakian was a respected Judo instructor. He served in the US Air Force, studying Judo in Japan in the early 1950s. He completed the first foreign instruction course at the Kodokan Judo Institute in Tokyo in 1956. During his time in the military, he trained US Special Forces in self-defense.Neil Ohlenkamp has been a Judo instructor for over 45 years. He is a 7th degree black belt and was head coach of the U.S. Judo squad at 2 Paralympic Games. He is a member of the Kodokan Judo Institute and head instructor at the Encino (CA) Judo Club. He is the author of Judo Unleashed: Essential Throwing & Grappling Techniques for Intermediate to Advanced Martial Artists.

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