The Martial Spirit

The emphasis is on mental training and the philosophical, psychological, and spiritual elements of the martial arts in this comparison of the various martial-arts systems and mind-body principles, covering such topics as self-defense, exercise, meditation, philosophical foundations, forms of practice, and more.

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An insightful and inspirational introduction to the martial arts, The Martial Spirit is a comprehensive guide to the development of the physical and mental skills necessary for all of the most common disciplines including Karate, Judo, Aikido and many others. Written by one of the world's most acclaimed teachers in the field, it is an indispensable guide to the merits, techniques and philosophical foundations of each practice. With stunningly atmospheric and instructional photographs throughout.