{"product_id":"the-art-and-science-of-judo-a-guide-to-the-principles-of-grappling-and-throwing-9780804852234","title":"The Art and Science of Judo: A Guide to the Principles of Grappling and Throwing","description":"\u003cb\u003e\"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.\"\u003ci\u003e--San Francisco Chronicle\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Art and Science of Judo\u003c\/i\u003e is a revealing Japanese martial arts manual that focuses primarily on the scientific principles at work in Judo. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIn 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. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe 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. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eTopics include: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow dynamics are applied to Judo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe three principles for practicing Judo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe three laws of motion and how they apply to Judo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDifferent kinds of force found in Judo techniques\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to effectively practice throwing and grappling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003eA new foreword by Judo instructor Neil Ohlenkamp offers insight on the book's importance as a resource for every Judo practitioner and instructor. \u003ci\u003eThe Art and Science of Judo\u003c\/i\u003e 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.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Jiichi Watanabe,Lindy Avakian\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Tuttle Publishing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 03\/01\/2022\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 192\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.15lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.90h x 6.00w x 0.70d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9780804852234\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eJiichi Watanabe\u003c\/b\u003e 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. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eLindy Avakian\u003c\/b\u003e 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. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eNeil Ohlenkamp\u003c\/b\u003e has been a Judo instructor for over 45 years. He is an 8th degree black belt and former head instructor at the Encino Judo Club in California. He was head coach of the U.S. Judo squad at the 1988 Paralympic Games and the 1989 World Championships for the Disabled. He is the author of \u003ci\u003eJudo Unleashed: Essential Throwing \u0026amp; Grappling Techniques for Intermediate to Advanced Martial Artists\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"booksdeli.com","offers":[{"title":"Jiichi Watanabe \/ Paperback \/ English","offer_id":47792938025117,"sku":"9780804852234","price":35.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0619\/5648\/9373\/files\/img_4c639166-314d-45fd-b31f-6afe47eb1c85.jpg?v=1774985056","url":"https:\/\/booksdeli.com\/products\/the-art-and-science-of-judo-a-guide-to-the-principles-of-grappling-and-throwing-9780804852234","provider":"booksdeli.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}