The Mixed Martial Arts Handbook: The Insider's Guide to Fighting Techniques

By John Ritschel

Book Overview

Packed with more than 300 full-color photographs, this book takes you through all the moves, step-by-step, demonstrating the various techniques required to master this martial arts phenomenon.

Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) is a full-contact combat sport in which a variety of fighting techniques are used, including striking techniques (kicks, knees, and punches) and grappling techniques (clinch holds, submission holds, sweeps, takedowns, and throws). Here is a guide to how to fight and win. The table of contents includes:
Mixed martial arts in competitionFighting strategiesStancesStrikesStand-up grapplingTakedownsDefense against takedownsFighting from the groundAnd much more!
Here's an essential handbook for anyone considering entering the Octagon.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1602397929
• ISBN13: 9781602397927
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 1.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 7.5" x 9.0"