Fedor: The Fighting System of the World's Undisputed King of MMA (Paperback)

~ Fedor Emelianenko (Author), (Author), Glen Cordoza (Author)
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"The perceived best mixed martial artist on the planet."—ESPN

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In Fedor, the undefeated, undisputed heavyweight MMA champion of the world unveils for the first time his trademark striking and grappling techniques through descriptive narrative and more than 2500 step-by-step color photographs. Detailing dozens of throws, punching combinations, cardio workouts and ground and pound techniques, this book leaves no stone unturned.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 270 pages
• Publisher: Victory Belt Publishing (September 5, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0977731545
• ISBN-13: 978-0977731541
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 9 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #12,350 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars In FEDOR, Fedor Emelianenko, Arguably the World's Best Fighter, Captures the X-Factors of Fighting., October 3, 2008

By	Jacob Regar - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Written by Jacob Regar

There is no one hundred percent fail-proof recipe for unarmed combat. Practitioners must learn all they can to prepare themselves for any possible fighting scenario. Techniques alone do not ensure victory in the modern fighting chess match that is MMA. Subtleties like footwork, combinations set up off of evasive movements and offensive feints, and timing, are the essence of fighting success. These variables are difficult to perceive, let alone define, and the ability to fuse them with game-tested techniques against a skilled and prepared opponent marks the clearest indication of a modern fighting master.

In FEDOR: the Fighting System of the World's Undisputed King of MMA, the martial arts public can finally find answers to their ongoing question: how does Fedor Emelianenko do what he does in the ring? He writes in the introduction to the book's section on "counter attacks:"

"The goal in any fight is to constantly remain on the offensive and either rack up enough points to earn a judges' decision or put your opponent to sleep. If your opponent is timid or dramatically outclassed, achieving your goal can be quite easy. You simply beat on him until he drops. However, the majority of opponents you face will climb into the ring or cage with the exact same goal as you, which means you'll have to contend with his attacks. The only way to remain offensive against an opponent who is also offensive-minded is to learn how to counter his attacks. By attacking, evading his strikes, and then immediately launching counterattacks, your opponent will be locked in defense mode even though he is throwing every strike in the book at you. And as long as he is constantly defending, you'll be winning the fight."

The above excerpt is just a taste of the abundant nuggets of world-class fighting philosophy that can be found in FEDOR. His thoughts are expertly drafted into workable instructions with the help of famed MMA writers, Glen Cordoza and Erich Krauss. The book is filled to the limit with clear photographs of Emelianenko displaying the precise body movements necessary to execute each featured technique. Additionally, most featured techniques are accompanied by a section of highlighted "key concepts" to keep in mind.

While studying the book, you will undoubtedly recognize many of the same movements and techniques that have worked for Emelianenko in his fights against the world's best heavyweight fighters. In addition, the book includes many new and exciting techniques like the "Reverse Bridge Summersault Escape" from mount where he literally summersaults horizontally over his shoulders to roll his opponent over to the bottom position.

Widely known for possessing some of the fastest and most devastating hands in the business, Emelianenko presents an in-book clinic on his powerful striking techniques. You will notice in the book's photographs his familiar tendencies to maintain head movement; shift his feet to compensate for his changing offensive angles; and deliver his strikes with his fists rotated beyond the traditional norm. His explanations are not so much a surprise, but they will aid readers in adopting his unorthodox style into their own game.

FEDOR covers every area of MMA: from fundamental striking and slick submissions, to fight-effective takedowns and mindfully defensive techniques. What once could only be ascertained through careful analysis of his legendary fights can now conveniently be learned step-by-step in his first instructional book. FEDOR is both intriguing and brilliant. A must have for any serious martial artist. It is the new standard for MMA instructional books.

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Good, but not systematic., March 17, 2009

By	Adam Norman - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This is a fine manual on fighting techniques, but its title is misleading. "Fedor: The fighting system..." is not a fighting system at all; it is a book containing many fighting moves.

This is one of a very large class of books that explain fighting techniques. Krauss and Cordoza's books are among the best. The authors clearly practice what they preach, and they have developed excellent instructional and photographic techniques.

As I expected, "Fedor" has excellent photographs. Each technique has been photographed from three angles simultaneously, so it is always possible to see the important aspects. The text is generally clear, too, although one gets the impression that Fedor is a man of few words, and that Cordoza and Krauss did most of the work.

The trouble is in the misleading title. Fedor has not presented a system of fighting. This is a shame, as I find these aspects the most interesting. Other writers have more systematic works; the best I have read is "Mastering Jujitsu (Mastering Martial Arts Series)" by Renzo Gracie. Gracie presents a very effective approach to fighting: take your opponent to the ground, work for ever-improving positions, then finish him with a submission. Of course, there's more to it, but at heart, it is quite simple.

There is no discernible system in "Fedor". The moves are no more complicated than "If x then y". There is no high-level plan, no ideas about how to fight, and no explanation of strategy.

That said, it is a good basic work for people who want to learn the fundamentals--and more--of fighting. Those who are less interested in fundamentals, and less interested in fighting, will find it less rewarding.

9 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Missing, October 20, 2008

By	imre veres "iveres" (zagreb, Croatia, Europe) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

We all know who is Mr Emilianenko, so no need to talk about him. But about book.In book description is writen Fedors "cardio training". But in book is not even a paragraph about it. Description of Fedor techniques is 4 star, but his winning is not only from his techniques. Without his coordination, speed, strength and stamina he would not be a "Fedor". But in book is also not a word about it. When you look at Fedor, you do not see a muscle guy, like many other MMA fighters, he looks more like a big guy from neighborhood, who do not care about bodyfat and muscle quantity. But he beat tham all very efectively. There are many MMA guys with excellent technique, but without Fedors speed and strength( I do not mean squat and bench preess strength). Again, in book description is writen " this book leaves no stone unturned", do you thint is it true? At the end, that is why this book is far from my expectations, and the author is maybe preparing a new book about the missing things.