The Complete Martial Artist Book (Copyright 2001, 160 pages)
In martial arts there is a wide array of forms and highly specific styles. This diversity encourages an emphasis on the differences between the philosophies, techniques, and practices associated with each art. In The Complete Martial Artist, Willie The Bam Johnson presents a unified, holistic approach to personal excellence A<>A-- known as Wushudo Universal Martial Arts A<>A-- for all martial artists. This approach focuses on furthering the physical, mental, and spiritual development of anyone in any martial arts form. Willie The Bam Johnson's accomplishments have been both record-breaking and history-making. He is a seven-time sport karate and kung fu world champion, a two-time All-American champion, and the first nationally ranked Triple Crown martial arts champion. In The Complete Martial Artist, Johnson provides: explanations on how to turn negatives into positives by applying martial arts principles to everyday life; an introduction to Wushudo and its 12 universal principles; details on how to benefit from qualities like discipline, concentration, and determination in practice and competition; drills to improve focus, fluidity, balance, endurance, coordination, and confidence; insights on how to develop the free mind, reaction time, and reflexes to outmaneuver opponents; and the strategies he uses A<>A-- and you can use A<>A-- to keep motivated. Whereas most books concentrate exclusively on either the skills, drills, or spiritual aspects of martial arts, The Complete Martial Artist covers the development of the whole self A<>A-- physically, mentally, and spiritually. It will show you how, no matter what your martial arts style, you can develop all the essential components to become The Complete Martial Artist. About the Author A seven-time sport karate and kung fu world champion and two-time All-American champion, Willie The Bam Johnson is a true hero in the world of martial arts. As the creator of Wushudo Universal Martial Arts, Johnson is known for his dynamic, universal approach to developing physical, mental, and spiritual fitness. He is the owner and president of The Bam's Universal Martial Arts Concepts Academy in Laurel, Maryland. In 1991, Johnson made history as America's first nationally-ranked Triple Crown martial arts champion. Only three years later, he had the distinction of being the first African-American to be ranked number one in kung fu forms and weapons. In addition to these accomplishments, he has earned fifth- and seventh-degree black belts in