Название: An Introduction to T'ai Chi
Автор: Alan Peck
Издательство: Optima
Год: 1991
Формат: pdf
Страниц: 121
Для сайта: litmy.ru
Размер: 16.95 MB
Язык: английский

T'ai chi chuan is becoming increasingly popular and, if you want to study, it is becoming easier to find a class, especially if you live in a town or city. There are a variety of styles to choose from and within each style a teacher will have his or her own individual approach, so that you will probably find that one class is quite different from another. But in spite of the variety of approaches there are clear principles which are accepted by all t'ai chi experts, and it is this fact which makes it possible to write an introduction to t'ai chi chuan.

Название: Pilates Anatomy
Автор: Rael Isacowitz, Karen Clippinger
Издательство: Human Kinetics
Год: 2011
Формат: EPUB
Размер: 16 Мб
Язык: английский / English

This is Pilates as you've never seen it before. With detailed descriptions, step-by-step instruction, and stunning full-color anatomical illustrations, PilatesAnatomy takes you inside the exercises and programs that will tone the body, stabilize the core, improve balance, and increase flexibility. Using the original mat work of Joseph Pilates, you'll see how key muscles are used, how variations and minor adjustments can influence effectiveness, and how breathing, alignment, posture, and movement are all fundamentally linked.

Название: Chinese Gung Fu: The Philosophical Art os Self-Defense
Автор: Bruce Lee
Издательство: Ohara Publications
Год: 1988
Формат: pdf
Страниц: 102
Для сайта: litmy.ru
Размер: 14.2 MB
Язык: английский

Originally published in 1963, this book includes personal testimonies regarding the author and his art from James Y. Lee, the legendary Ed Parker, and jujutsu icon Wally Jay. Through hand-drawn diagrams and captioned photo sequences, Lee’s text comes to life as he demonstrates a variety of training exercises and fighting techniques. Topics include basic gung fu stances, waist training, leg training, and the theory of yin and yang.

Название: Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt Techniques
Автор: Jean Jacques Machado, Kid Peligro
Издательство: Invisible Cities Press
Год: 2003
Формат: pdf
Страниц: 252
Для сайта: litmy.ru
Размер: 36.91 MB
Язык: английский

Known for his superior technical abilities and his unique and innovative moves, Jean Jacques Machado now presents his entire Brazilian jiu-jitsu system in book form for the first time. Detailed is a complete repertoire of jiu-jitsu moves to handle any situation that arises, whether on the mat or on the street. Techniques are not presented in isolation, but rather through a series of moves that guide practitioners from an initial threat or opportunity all the way through to a submission hold. The subtle interplay between various strategies is depicted, allowing students to choose the right attack or defense every time. More than 100 step-by-step martial arts positions are demonstrated. Over 800 color photos!

Название: Samurai Fighting Arts: The Spirit and the Practice
Автор: Fumon Tanaka
Издательство: Kodansha
Год: 2003
Формат: pdf
Страниц: 236
Для сайта: litmy.ru
Размер: 35.56 MB
Язык: английский

This book introduces the world of traditional Japanese martial arts and will provide readers with a deeper understanding of Bushido and Japan. Also known as Kobudo, these traditional martial arts can be seen as a continuation of samurai culture and comprise a number of styles formulated in the samurai era that are still being taught today.

Название: Kyudo: The Essence and Practice of Japanese Archery
Автор: Hideharu H. Onuma, Dan De Prospero, Jackie De Prospero
Издательство: Kodansha International
Год: 1993
Формат: pdf
Страниц: 177
Для сайта: litmy.ru
Размер: 21.03 MB
Язык: английский

Kyudo-the Way of the Bow-is the oldest of Japan's traditional martial arts and the one most closely associated with bushido, the Way of the Warrior. After the Second World War Eugen Herrigel introduced the concept of kyudo to the West in his classic Zen in the Art of Japanese Archery. But until now, no Japanese kyudo master has published a book on his art in English.

Название: Strong Is the New Beautiful: Embrace Your Natural Beauty, Eat Clean, and Harness Your Power
Автор: Lindsey Vonn
Издательство: Dey Street Books
Год: 2016
Формат: EPUB
Размер: 25 Мб
Язык: английский / English

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER

Lessons in strength, fitness, food, and attitude from the popular world champion skier and beauty icon—Olympic gold medalist Lindsey Vonn. Olympic Alpine skier Lindsey Vonn wants women to stop thinking about "losing weight fast," and instead focus on loving their bodies for what they are and what they can do. Lindsey is a small-town Minnesota girl at heart turned world-champion skier, but that didn't come without hard work.

Название: Триатлон для занятых людей
Автор: Мэт Диксон
Издательство: МИФ
Год: 2019
Формат: pdf, rtf
Размер: 11 Мб
Качество: Хорошее
Язык: Русский

Триатлон – очень сложный вид спорта, привлекающий амбициозных людей, которые ведут активный образ жизни и желают развиваться в разных областях. Мэт Диксон, успешный тренер, работающий и с профессионалами, и с любителями, показывает, как достигать высоких результатов в гонках Ironman и Ironman 70.3, не жертвуя при этом карьерой, общением с близкими людьми и другими увлечениями. Благодаря книге вы научитесь планировать тренировки с учетом индивидуальных обстоятельств и при необходимости корректировать график – переносить занятия, сокращать длительность или делать их более (менее) интенсивными.
Эта книга будет интересна триатлетам-любителям, специализирующимся на длинных дистанциях, а также тренерам по триатлону.
На русском языке публикуется впервые.

Название: Tai Chi Illustrated
Автор: Pixiang Qiu and Dr Weimo Zhu
Издательство: Human Kinetics
Год: 2012
Формат: PDF
Размер: 23 Мб
Язык: английский / English

Increase muscle strength, improve flexibility, and reduce pain and stiffness. Each year, millions of people worldwide discover the incredible physical and mental benefits of tai chi. Now, with Tai Chi Illustrated, you can, too. Internationally renowned instructor Master Pixiang Qiu and mind-body exercise expert Weimo Zhu demonstrate the most effective forms for harnessing the healing power of chi, or energy. Follow their lead and improve balance and coordination, relieve stress, and reduce pain and muscle stiffness.

Название: Aiki-jo: Techniques de baton (Aikido fondamental tome 3)
Автор: Christian Tissier
Издательство: Sedirep
Год: 1983
Формат: pdf
Страниц: 156
Для сайта: litmy.ru
Размер: 16.99 MB
Язык: французский

Seul livre en fran?ais sur la technique de b?ton en a?kido, AIKI-JO est un des volets de l’encyclop?die de Christian Tissier sur l’art de Morihei Ueshiba : AIKIDO FONDAMENTAL. Cet ouvrage sp?cifique pr?sente en huit chapitres l’ensemble de ce que doit conna?tre le pratiquant: technique de base, encha?nements, exercices d’attaque et de riposte avec partenaire, encha?nements miroirs, encha?nement sur plusieurs attaques, exercices contre deux adversaires, Kujimo (exercices de r?f?rence) et Kata (encha?nements codifi?s).