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The Art of Hojo Undo—Power Training for Traditional Karate

by Michael Clarke

Hojo Undo means ‘supplemental training’, and using these tools is the key for developing the devastating power of karate techniques. Without Hojo Undo, a practitioner cannot reach the profound strength levels required for a lifetime of karate training.

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Release date: 
September 1, 2009
Paperback: 220 pages
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9.36 × 7.4 × 0.5 in
ISBN: 9781594391361
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Release date: 
September 1, 2009
Paperback: 220 pages
Dimensions: 
9.36 × 7.4 × 0.5 in
ISBN: 9781594391361

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ADDING POWER TO THE FIGHTING TECHNIQUES OF KARATE

Hojo Undo means 'supplementary training', and using these tools is the key for developing the devastating power of karate techniques. Without Hojo Undo, a practitioner cannot reach the profound strength levels required for a lifetime of karate training.

This book details how to construct and use many training tools; provides accurate mechanical drawings, comprehensive training methods, and an historical context to understand why Hojo Undo was created in 'old' Okinawa.

  • Warm up exercises
  • Detailed construction drawings
  • Build your own Hojo Undo tools!
  • Learn how to use the tools to develop devastating power
  • Link your increased power to fighting techniques
  • Hear what Okinawan Masters say about Hojo Undo training

Reviews

IP's Living Now Award - Gold Winner - 2010

Eric Hoffer Award - 1st Runner Up - 2010

IP's Highlighted Title Award - Endorsement - 2010

ForeWord Reviews Indie Award - Finalist - 2010

USA Best Books Award - Finalist - 2010


About the Author

Michael Clarke

Michael Clarke, Kyoshi 8th dan. Born in Dublin, Ireland, in May 1955, Michael moved to Manchester, England with his family in 1958. There he grew up enjoying a very happy, but financially deprived, childhood. At the younger end of six children he came to understand early on, that life was tough, it wasn't always fair, but it was always worth living. His official schooling was 'basic' and he completed the mandatory ten years required by law, but left school at the earliest opportunity, … More »