Bruce Lee-s Fighting Method- Vol. 2- Basic Training (Bruce Lee-s Fighting Method) Description:

Bruce Lee's Fighting Method, Vol. 2: Basic Training (Bruce Lee's Fighting Method) review:
5 stars (Fantastic often overlooked principles of training) - Bruce Lee covers the basics and foundations of training.



All too often martial artists focus their energies on techniques without developing or preparing the body for such techniques.



This volume covers:



1) Aerobic Conditioning - running vs jumping rope

2) Stretching

3) Core muscle strengthening almost always overlooked. Namely abdominal toning

4) Proper stance and movement

5) Footwork

6) Developing power in your strikes

7) Increasing your speed




4 stars (The Fighting Method Series Captures Bruce Lee) - Mito Uyehara was the founder and publisher of Black Belt magazine. Mito actually took privates from Bruce in his office according to staff legend. Mito also gave Bruce plenty of exposure in Black Belt, but the books in this series, Bruce Lee's Fighting Methods, are the true legacy of that relationship. Mito was very protective of Bruce's image and his admiration for him is as clear as the many photographs in these books.Of course, Bruce Lee was always changing his methods and ideas about training. To what degree he would have stood behind this material some 40-years later has been the subject of much debate. The closest thing to a modern version of this series is How to Master Bruce Lee's Fighting Style by Lee student Joe Lewis, who credits much of his success to principles he learned while working with Bruce Lee. But, "never take your eyes off the finger, or you will miss a great book for any Bruce Lee fan."
5 stars (Required reading) - IN MEMORY OF MARIO PONTILLOSince the late 1970's, I have studied Mr. Lee's "Way of the Intercepting fist." I have the 1st editions of all the "best" books.This book will walk you through the physical aspect of his methods. I recommend you get all the volumes from this series. You will need to start from the beginning; and you do that by emptying your cup so Bruce may fill it.My favorite quote: "Knowing is not enough, you must apply; willing is not enough, you must do." -Bruce Lee Please do not hesitate to check out my Poetry book that I published while in the U.S. Navy in 2003; "Under the Rose: Poetry of Tragedy, Essence, and Romance"