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Taking It to the Street: Making Your Martial Art Street Effectiveby Marc Macyoung
Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments:Most real fights are short, fast and brutal. They are not displays of skill, and they are not played by the rules. Ex-streetfighter Marc "Animal" MacYoung knows from experience that no matter how much training they have, most people get overwhelmed in the first critical seconds of a streetfight. With photos, illustrations and detailed instructions, Animal brings the martial artist from the structured safety of the dojo to the mayhem of the street, alley and biker bar. Anyone who's ever wondered if his or her martial arts training would hold up to a real-life attack needs to read this book.
Synopsis:Most real fights are short, fast and brutal. And there are no rules. The martial artist who thinks heas trained to handle whatas coming may be in for a painful surprise. But this isnat one of those books about bringing your martial art up to street speed that rips on everything youave worked so hard to learn. Itas a book on taking your moves and making them fast, fanged and fierce enough to stand up to a surprise attack. Ex-streetfighter Marc aAnimala MacYoung knows from experience that no matter how much training theyave had, most people get overwhelmed in the first critical seconds of a streetfight. And itas nearly impossible to get over the shock of being attacked and organize a viable response while someone is tap dancing on your face. With photos, illustrations and detailed instructions, Animal brings the martial artist from the structured safety of the dojo to the mayhem of the street, alley and biker bar. He teaches you the quickest ways to get your attacker off his feet; how to do bulletproof blocks and throws; how to anticipate a strike and how to make a kicker howl. He also gives you important tips on what to do after a brawl, because such issues as legalities, revenge seekers and your own mental well being last long after the fight is over. Anyone whoas ever wondered if his or her martial arts training would hold up to a real-life attack needs to read this book.
About the AuthorMarc "Animal" MacYoung knows the ins and outs of American violence. He is the author of many books and has appeared in countless videos on street violence and self-defense for Paladin. Reading his books and watching his videos will save you a lot of hassles and a lot of hurt.
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