The book covers the following topics: Understanding kata and bunkai (applications) The role of grappling in self defence Close range strikes Throws and takedowns Ground fighting Chokes and strangles Arm bars Leg and ankle locks Neck wrenches Finger locks Wrist locks Fighting dirty Combinations Live grappling drills
Yoga for the hands--sounds too good to be true. Do it at the office,
on an airplane, lying in bed. Seasoned yoga teacher Gertrud Hirschi has
used these hand postures to ease asthma, relieve flu symptoms, think
more effectively, relieve tension, even have a bowel movement. The
possibilities she attributes to these ancient Indian techniques are
endless. Join the tips of the index finger and thumb: this clears the
mind. Switch the thumb to the little finger: this restores the body's
fluid balance. It's not quite that easy, of course. Hirschi is careful
to lay out exercise regimens, related herbal remedies, and associated
affirmations. Like a classroom instructor, she guides with simultaneous
breathing advice and conjures up helpful images. From building
character to healing emotional pain, from bringing luck to connecting
with the divine, mudras can work wonders. Now limber up those digits
and lets get into spiritual shape. --Brian Bruya
Sumptuous color photography combined with comprehensive and detailed easy-to-follow instructions demonstrate a unique way for women to get and keep fit while expressing their sensuality through Belly Dancing. Would-be dancers who have longed to learn the intricacies of this ancient dance form can now experience the pleasure of learning and mastering all the basic steps, putting together an individualized routine and adding magic to their performance with veils, swords, and the tiny finger cymbals known as zills . Each complex movement of the body is painstakingly broken down into concise step-by-step directions that are easy to follow.
