No Holds Barred Fighting: The Ultimate Guide to Submission Wrestling (No Holds Barred Fighting series) [Paperback]

Mark Hatmaker (Author), Doug Werner (Author)

Book Description

Series: No Holds Barred Fighting series | Publication Date: October 1, 2000

This instructional guide explains the origins of submission wrestling, the underlying fighting skill associated with such events as the Ultimate Fighting Championships and the King of the Cage. It explores its various offshoots and influences and features hundreds of photos to demonstrate techniques and training exercises. Rules and regulations regarding associated competitions, workout programs, and match etiquette are thoroughly discussed, and resources for further research are included. Full of self-defensive skills and tips that improve physical fitness, confidence, and mental toughness, this book starts the novice on the path to proper training and provides fundamental information for all skill levels.

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About the Author

Mark Hatmaker has 23 years of experience in the martial arts as well as boxing, wrestling, and Jiujitsu. He has produced several instructional videos, including Escape from Impossible Holds, Brutal Submissions, and Guard Submissions. He lives in Knoxville, Tennessee. Doug Werner is an author of sport and fitness instructional guides, including Boxer's Start-Up and Fighting Fit. He lives in San Diego, California.

Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Tracks Publishing (October 1, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1884654177
• ISBN-13: 978-1884654176
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.5 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (26 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #887,066 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book on submission wrestling, October 19, 2003

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Joseph M Burtner (Kennesaw, Georgia) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: No Holds Barred Fighting: The Ultimate Guide to Submission Wrestling (No Holds Barred Fighting series) (Paperback)

Mark Hatmaker has left a good impression on me with his (I think)first book. Though not realy NHB, as strikes aren't covered, this book had info on takedowns, possitions, reversals, escapes, submissions, drills... Although the book didn't have 'every single move in the world', what was presented would help anyone improve their game. It is as complete as a book of it's size can be on the subject it covers. It is well-written, logically presented, and has me eagerly anticipating the second book. If you are interrested in submission grappling at all, get this book; you will not be disappointed.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A Good Value and Useful Book, December 11, 2002

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Leftcoasterman (Canada) - See all my reviews

This review is from: No Holds Barred Fighting: The Ultimate Guide to Submission Wrestling (No Holds Barred Fighting series) (Paperback)

This book should drop the, "No Holds Barred Fighting" from its title as it deals ONLY with submission wrestling - that being said, it's a pretty good little submission wrestling book. The text is very logically presented and all the basics of submission wrestling are covered (grips, stances, gear, takedowns, escapes, drills, etc.). The photos are clear and the descriptions of techniques are top-notch. I counted 27 submissions demonstrated in this book, which isn't a lot; however, there are many books on the market, which deal with just submissions if that's what you're looking for. This book is a good value for the money and contains a load of useful info for persons interested in the sport, as well as for self-defence.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great Submission Wrestling and MMA Grappling Manual, September 16, 2005

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C. K. Mccracken "Jiu Jitsu Guy and One Time P... (Australia) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: No Holds Barred Fighting: The Ultimate Guide to Submission Wrestling (No Holds Barred Fighting series) (Paperback)

Grappling in MMA is about efficiency and simplicity. Hatmaker is one of those very few 'intellectual' instructors. He isn't as physically gifted as some others and has really studied to get to where he is. This is obvious in his videos, and in this book.

Hatmaker shows basic, high percentage techniques that work. More importantly he shows how string together to create sequences. As I said, MMA is about simplicity. These high percentage techniques work in the fast paced, sweaty environment of MMA. Some of the techniques might be considered a little eager by some standards (eg. Neck Cranks) but are legal in MMA and fair game in the street, as well.

Additionally, Hatmaker's methods are a useful changeup from the usual BJJ based grappling instructionals. Hatmaker weaves the efficiency of Jiu Jitsu with the more physical wrestling base that is so effective in MMA. And, he does it well.

This book is a simple and effective introduction to grappling for MMA and the street. Especially for those who already know how to strike. Hatmaker's materials have certainly helped me in MMA, Brasilian Jiu Jitsu and Submission Wrestling.