In kumite (sparring) basic techniques are sharpened and body movement and distancing acquired through practical application. This volume explains the types and meaning of kumite and the relation between jiyu kumite and basic training in fundamentals. Demonstrated by instructors of the Japan Karate Association. 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.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Kodansha America, INC International Concepts
ISBN-13
9781568365343
eBay Product ID (ePID)
176728201
Product Key Features
Book Title
Best Karate, Vol.3: Kumite 1
Author
Masatoshi Nakayama
Format
Paperback
Language
English
Publication Year
2013
Genre
Sports
Number of Pages
144 Pages
Dimensions
Item Height
224mm
Item Width
150mm
Item Weight
316g
Additional Product Features
Title_Author
Masatoshi Nakayama
Country/Region of Manufacture
United States
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