{"product_id":"the-martial-artists-handbook-jeremy-lesniak-9798330594818","title":"The Martial Artist's Handbook: For Practitioners and Fans of the Martial Arts -Karate, Taekwondo, Kung Fu \u0026 Other Disciplines. A bit of self-help and","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis book is the result of over four years and four hundred episodes of \u003cem\u003eMartial Arts Radio\u003c\/em\u003e. Jeremy Lesniak, as host, has spoken with hundreds of martial artists the world over. Those stories, lessons, and personal experiences coalesce here, in \u003cem\u003eThe Martial Artist's Handbook.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBased on prominent episodes and important discussions, this book is much more than a transcript of these audio episodes. In fact, every word was rewritten. The contents are designed to make you think, to consider who you are as a person, and how martial arts training and experience contribute to the person you are.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTopics Include: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional Martial Arts vs Modern Martial Arts \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinding the Right Martial Arts School \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandling Injuries \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Paradox of Overweight Martial Artists \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Importance of Martial Arts in Popular Culture \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParticipation Awards \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParadox of Rank \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoiding Fights \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBalancing Safety with Effective Training \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComparing Yourself to Others \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelf-Doubt \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMartial Arts as Service \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith practical advice on a variety of subjects, \u003cem\u003eThe Martial Artist's Handbook\u003c\/em\u003e offers guidelines on how you might achieve your goals - in and out of training. Far from claiming authority, the author instead hopes to help you find your own authority, and use this book to that end.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book was not written for any one person or any one martial art. Topics included transcend specific styles and are focused on the bigger concepts and questions that impact martial artists from karate, kung fu, taekwondo, bjj, jiujitsu, tangsoodo, tai chi, silat, escrima, and every other martial arts style.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo matter where you are, how long you've been training, your goals, or your art, this book will help you. Parts of this book cover specific topics, including self-defense, forms (kata), sparring, and basics. Other parts are contemplative, meant to invite conversations on philosophy and personal growth. This is not a self-help book, though you may find it helpful in that way.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIt is my sincere hope that you will give this book a chance. It is the result of years of experience, both inside and outside of training. It is also based largely on advice and knowledge from many prominent martial artists who appeared on our show. Thank you for considering this purchase, and have a great day. jeremy\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Jeremy Lesniak\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798330594818\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Whistlekick, LLC\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 11\/20\/2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 248\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.10lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.63d","brand":"Jeremy Lesniak","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":46420576960767,"sku":"9798330594818","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_609b5679-d282-415e-9611-d40ae01d1390.jpg?v=1734635035","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/the-martial-artists-handbook-jeremy-lesniak-9798330594818","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}