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Martial Arts Myths: Behind the Myths!
Unlock the hidden secrets of Martial Arts and Self Defense...The no.1 Get your copy now!From acclaimed author Phil Pierce, discover the truths behind the secretive and fantastical world of martial arts.- Do you know the best martial art for 'real' street self-defense?- Or how board breaking really works … and how you can do it?- Uncover the one self-defense myth that could keep you alive!- The truth behind martial arts superhumans.- Which is the original martial art?- The truth about your inner badass.- The surprising reality behind everyone's favorite weapon.- The secret 'trick' to Bruce Lee's One Inch Punch (and how to do it yourself).Discover these and much more inside!From Amazon bestselling martial arts author Phil Pierce, this guide cracks open the secretive techniques and explores why we are fascinated by the unknown and the mysterious world of combat arts. Whether you train in Karate, Taekwondo, Kung Fu, MMA, or just want to learn the insider tips and tricks, get your copy now.
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124 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 13, 2013
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About the author
Phil Pierce
35 books11 followersAs a Martial Artist, Fitness Coach (and writer) I have been lucky enough to train all around the globe, in locations as diverse as China, Thailand, the USA and many places within the UK, all within a variety of fascinating styles; from Chinese Kickboxing (Sanda), Shaolin Kung Fu, TaeKwonDo, Thai Boxing and Escrima to more esoteric styles such as Xingyi and Chi Gong.
Along this journey I have also been fortunate to have first hand experience training with leading authorities including world champions, Chinese masters and stars of film and TV.
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Along this journey I have also been fortunate to have first hand experience training with leading authorities including world champions, Chinese masters and stars of film and TV.
For your free book head to:
http://www.BlackBeltFit.com
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March 17, 2017
It makes sense. This is a great book about martial artists and non practicing martial arts fans. I have been a practicing martial artist for over 18 year. Before that I was a fan as long as I could remember. Until I took my first class and realized all the hard work that goes into making and performing the simplest move flawlessly, I was seduced by the image of the on screen martial artist taking on whole armies by themselves most of who (individually) were twice this persons size. Honestly I think that is the way everyone I know decided to start martial arts. This is great from a recruitment point of view, however too many people (usually these that never done a trained), still perpetuate the on screen image and "legends" associated with martial arts as facts.
The book takes the fact Vs fiction approach, but some of the facts are coloured by opinion as what happens. Phil does a great job about explaining the science behind the techniques and their uses in the real world. E.g. board breaking looks great and is a staple in some traditional martial arts. Phil explains the theory behind, but also asks the question "where would this fit into the real world and in a real fighting situation? A couple of chapters that I practically liked was that fact the many people only associate the term martial arts with the Asian styles, where as I would (in agreement with Phil) call all forms of combat a martial art. There is a chapter on Bruce Lee as well trying to spate the man, his myth and the actor.
One of the reason people might turn on this book is that (me included) WANT to believe the Myth!!! Martial arts is about the journey but towards your own perfection. To some people this would be enlightenment, or glory, or to make a few bucks off impressionable students (I know that is ethical but it is true, Google how many people are teaching the "death touch" your own area). This is a great informative book and short enough to digest and remember facts of Martial arts history as well as the theories about certain techniques, and where this fit into the modern world.
The book takes the fact Vs fiction approach, but some of the facts are coloured by opinion as what happens. Phil does a great job about explaining the science behind the techniques and their uses in the real world. E.g. board breaking looks great and is a staple in some traditional martial arts. Phil explains the theory behind, but also asks the question "where would this fit into the real world and in a real fighting situation? A couple of chapters that I practically liked was that fact the many people only associate the term martial arts with the Asian styles, where as I would (in agreement with Phil) call all forms of combat a martial art. There is a chapter on Bruce Lee as well trying to spate the man, his myth and the actor.
One of the reason people might turn on this book is that (me included) WANT to believe the Myth!!! Martial arts is about the journey but towards your own perfection. To some people this would be enlightenment, or glory, or to make a few bucks off impressionable students (I know that is ethical but it is true, Google how many people are teaching the "death touch" your own area). This is a great informative book and short enough to digest and remember facts of Martial arts history as well as the theories about certain techniques, and where this fit into the modern world.
January 24, 2018
This is not worth the time to read
The author likes to present himself as knowledgable of martial arts. He isn't. Based on what he writes my guess is he has spent time taking a few karate lessons, probably earned a few belts, and spent some time around MMA. His mixes up several of the "traditional styles" and forms. The author has never seen real combat either. If he had he would understand what martial truly means. Training for war is about winning. He is right that there is nothing magical about any martial art. Everything else he writes about is so lacking it would take another book to correct. We have guns now but after spending time in numerous combat theaters be sure hand to hand combat still occurs. Styles don't matter only staying alive does. If you want to be good at defending yourself train like soldiers do all over the world. Don't train for wins inside a ring or other controlled environment.
The author likes to present himself as knowledgable of martial arts. He isn't. Based on what he writes my guess is he has spent time taking a few karate lessons, probably earned a few belts, and spent some time around MMA. His mixes up several of the "traditional styles" and forms. The author has never seen real combat either. If he had he would understand what martial truly means. Training for war is about winning. He is right that there is nothing magical about any martial art. Everything else he writes about is so lacking it would take another book to correct. We have guns now but after spending time in numerous combat theaters be sure hand to hand combat still occurs. Styles don't matter only staying alive does. If you want to be good at defending yourself train like soldiers do all over the world. Don't train for wins inside a ring or other controlled environment.
November 11, 2019
This book was very informative. It confirmed my choice of martial arts that would be best for me. Thank you to the author.
February 15, 2017
Excellent, Practical Straight Talk!
Pierce (himself a well-regarded martial artist) explodes some of the usual myths surrounding every individual martial art. He then explains, in clear language, how many "martial arts secrets" really work. It is ironic that so many different martial arts claim the same "secrets", but Pierce does a good job of explaining exactly why this is so.
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED: but fervent devotees of any particular martial art may be disappointed...if you are offended by factual critiques, you may want to take a pass.
Pierce (himself a well-regarded martial artist) explodes some of the usual myths surrounding every individual martial art. He then explains, in clear language, how many "martial arts secrets" really work. It is ironic that so many different martial arts claim the same "secrets", but Pierce does a good job of explaining exactly why this is so.
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED: but fervent devotees of any particular martial art may be disappointed...if you are offended by factual critiques, you may want to take a pass.
January 4, 2016
Enjoyable read
Martial arts has always interested me and I must admit when I took up judo in my teens it was down to some of the misconceptions described in this book. Now I'm older and wiser and the judo was short lived (stopped at green belt) I am on a journey of rediscovery into freestyle kickboxing..this book while not uber indepth was a pleasure to read and I came away more knowledgeable than when I started.
Martial arts has always interested me and I must admit when I took up judo in my teens it was down to some of the misconceptions described in this book. Now I'm older and wiser and the judo was short lived (stopped at green belt) I am on a journey of rediscovery into freestyle kickboxing..this book while not uber indepth was a pleasure to read and I came away more knowledgeable than when I started.
March 11, 2015
one inch slap
Pitiful.
Not worth the storage space.
Free is too much- should have been paid to download this book. Beware beware....
Pitiful.
Not worth the storage space.
Free is too much- should have been paid to download this book. Beware beware....
June 2, 2015
Free on Amazon, partly funny written but far too shallow to provide any value.
June 2, 2015
Pretty good read, some interesting insights into martial arts
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