Iain Abernethy - Applied Karate - Vol. 1 DVD

The 'Applied Karate' series covers the information techniques and training methods that karate practitioners - and exponents of similar systems - need to be familiar with if they are to practice their art as a practical fighting system. These DVDs explain in detail the practical use of many misunderstood techniques in addition to covering the changes that need to be made to common training methods in order to practice karate as an effective system with genuine relevance to live situations. Applied Karate Volume 1: Punches Hand-Strikes and Limb-Control includes detailed... instruction on: close-range punching power generation the practical reason for the hands coming to the hip the frequently misunderstood and ignored lessons of kata the role of a 'guard' (where should the hands be held?) bringing underused karate punching techniques back onto the syllabus the use of open-hand strikes the use of impact equipment combination punching controlling the opponent's limbs to create openings freeing your limbs from an opponent's grip punching drills and more! [show more]

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