Provides guidelines and criteria so that the kickboxing exercise modality can be practiced both safely and effectively. Four subject areas includes an introduction to kickboxing fitness (growth, benefits, workout types and styles), exercise science (safe participation, aerobic stimulus, kinesiology, dynamic stretching), teaching a kickboxing workout (equipment, attire, environment, music, modifications, class introduction/health screening, cueing, intensity monitoring), and programming (components, techniques, proper progression, injury prevention, high-risk and contraindicated movements). Also includes sample workouts, a glossary, and suggested reading. Contains more than 60 clear photographs. Produced in cooperation with the American Council on Exercise.
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Tony Ordas, M.A., is a 4th degree black belt in Kenpo Karate and an active martial arts practitioner and instructor. He has a master’s degree in Applied Exercise Physiology from San Diego State University and is an ACE-certified Personal Trainer, ACSM Exercise Specialist, and NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist.
Tim Rochford, owner of Yorkville, Ill.-Based Empower Training Systems, Inc., is a 5th degree black belt in Kajukenbo Karate and has been a sport karate and amateur kickboxing competitor since 1979. He holds personal trainer certifications from ACE, NASM, The Cooper Institute, AFAA, and NSCA, and is an ACE spokesperson for kickboxing fitness.
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Kickboxing, which is rooted in Western boxing and Muay Thai (Thai kickboxing), can be traced as far back as 5000 years ago to boxing in the Middle East. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
sample workout, kickboxing workout, punching mitts, kickboxing skills, kicking pads, pivoting movements, rear kick, dynamic stretching, carpeted surface, front kick, elbow strikes, knee strikes Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
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Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Index | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
Kickboxing, which is rooted in Western boxing and Muay Thai (Thai kickboxing), can be traced as far back as 5000 years ago to boxing in the Middle East. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
sample workout, kickboxing workout, punching mitts, kickboxing skills, kicking pads, pivoting movements, rear kick, dynamic stretching, carpeted surface, front kick, elbow strikes, knee strikes Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Muay Thai Browse Sample Pages:
Front Cover | Table of Contents | First Pages | Index | Back Cover | Surprise Me!
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