Competitive Judo

Description

Judo is referred to as the gentle martial art, but when two judokas square off, the action is fast and furious. Yet the art and sport forms of judo both require great regulate and swiftness. Indeed, a key to greatness in the sport is the ability to use an opponent’s own strength against him slightly than trying to subdue or combat it.

Competitive Judo is your guide to developing the technical skills, tactical maneuvers, and proper frame of mind to reach ultimate success in the sport. Master the usage of more than a few grips such as the sleeve lapel and double lapel, in addition to popular throws such as the leg grab (te waza). The book also details how to set up throw attacks for inducing opposite reaction in the opponent, use stepping patterns, execute combination techniques, and utilize blocks and stumbles. In putting in place groundwork techniques, more than a few transitions, combination ground techniques, and reversals are also covered in depth.

Long-time elite competitor and coach Ron Angus covers each facet of being a winning judoka, from scouting your opponent to building strength and speed to recovering. Apply his advice on training and competing, and then experience the excitement of scoring ippon in your next shiai.