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'Grandmaster Kang's unique approach to fitness is refreshing. His stretching exercises based on martial arts movements are so much more engaging than typical workout routines. Anyone looking for motivation to begin exercising will benefit from this book.'-Devin Alexander, New York Times bestselling
'Grandmaster Kang's approach to fitness and to life is one and the same-a balance of exercise, eating well, having fun, and building mental strength. Anyone looking to improve their well-being would benefit greatly from reading this book.'-Shane McMahon, Chairman of YOU On Demand and former WWE Executive Vice President of Global Media.
Get ready to try an innovative method of exercise-one rooted in the anicent Korean art of Taekwondo-that promotes remarkable physical and mental well-being. Improve your flexibility, balance, stamina, strength and focus through the use of Taekwondo stretches and movements. Combined movements stretch multiple parts of body simultaneously, improving circulation, building mental strength and minimizing the potential for injury. As part of his holistic approach to fitness, Grandmaster Kang outlines a food plan designed to help you lose weight naturallly. Unlike extreme diets and workouts that emphasize drastic results in short period of time, the Grandmaster's approach is balanced, easy-to-follow and realistic. This book features a 7-week plan based on the belt system of Taekwondo. With each week, you'll learn new skills that culminate in mastery of the techniques necessary to exercise and eat right for life. Throughout the book, actor Michael Imperioli shares his experiences training under Grandmaster Kang, and explains the benefits of following the Grandmaster's philosophy.
Grandmaster Tae Sun Kang was born in South Korea where he began his training in 1967. His father, Suh Chong Kang, a 10th Dan Black Belt in Taekwondo, was his first instructor. In 1969, the family moved to the U.S. and estabished their first Taekwondo school in Brooklyn, NY. Kang dedicated his life to mastering the art of Taekwondo and went on to receive his black belt in 1973. By 1977, he was named Head Instructor of the New York Taekwondo Academy. He received the revered Grandmaster status in 1994. He has participated in both national and international tournaments and has trained some of the top tournament competitors in the world. Today, his life is dedicated to his students. He and his professional staff have guided over 1,500 students to acheive the prestigious rank of black belt. Between his three centers in New York City and the Johns Hopkins Taekwondo Club, he continues to teach his unique and innovative progran.
Contents
Foreword by Michael Imperioli
Editor's note by Andrew J. Federici
Chapter 1 Finding the will-The story of Grandmaster Tae Sun Kang
Chapter 2 Jump start
Chapter 3 Finding the fountain of youth
Developing confidence with the right attitude
Chapter 4 Develping confidence through the tenets of taekwondo
A messge for parents
Chapter 5 Exercise and food plan for life
Combined dynamic stretching
White belt beginner level (Week One)
Yellow belt beginner level (Week Two)
Green belt intermediate level (Week Three)
Blue belt intermediate level (Week Four)
Brown belt advanced level (Week Five)
Red belt advanced level (Week Six)
Black belt advanced level (Week Seven and beyond)
Forms for meditation
Testimonials
Chapter 6 Self-defense
Self-defense techinques
Conclusion
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author: chef of NBC's The Biggest Loser and host of America's Chefs on Tour on PBS.'Grandmaster Kang's approach to fitness and to life is one and the same-a balance of exercise, eating well, having fun, and building mental strength. Anyone looking to improve their well-being would benefit greatly from reading this book.'-Shane McMahon, Chairman of YOU On Demand and former WWE Executive Vice President of Global Media.
Get ready to try an innovative method of exercise-one rooted in the anicent Korean art of Taekwondo-that promotes remarkable physical and mental well-being. Improve your flexibility, balance, stamina, strength and focus through the use of Taekwondo stretches and movements. Combined movements stretch multiple parts of body simultaneously, improving circulation, building mental strength and minimizing the potential for injury. As part of his holistic approach to fitness, Grandmaster Kang outlines a food plan designed to help you lose weight naturallly. Unlike extreme diets and workouts that emphasize drastic results in short period of time, the Grandmaster's approach is balanced, easy-to-follow and realistic. This book features a 7-week plan based on the belt system of Taekwondo. With each week, you'll learn new skills that culminate in mastery of the techniques necessary to exercise and eat right for life. Throughout the book, actor Michael Imperioli shares his experiences training under Grandmaster Kang, and explains the benefits of following the Grandmaster's philosophy.
Grandmaster Tae Sun Kang was born in South Korea where he began his training in 1967. His father, Suh Chong Kang, a 10th Dan Black Belt in Taekwondo, was his first instructor. In 1969, the family moved to the U.S. and estabished their first Taekwondo school in Brooklyn, NY. Kang dedicated his life to mastering the art of Taekwondo and went on to receive his black belt in 1973. By 1977, he was named Head Instructor of the New York Taekwondo Academy. He received the revered Grandmaster status in 1994. He has participated in both national and international tournaments and has trained some of the top tournament competitors in the world. Today, his life is dedicated to his students. He and his professional staff have guided over 1,500 students to acheive the prestigious rank of black belt. Between his three centers in New York City and the Johns Hopkins Taekwondo Club, he continues to teach his unique and innovative progran.
Contents
Foreword by Michael Imperioli
Editor's note by Andrew J. Federici
Chapter 1 Finding the will-The story of Grandmaster Tae Sun Kang
Chapter 2 Jump start
Chapter 3 Finding the fountain of youth
Developing confidence with the right attitude
Chapter 4 Develping confidence through the tenets of taekwondo
A messge for parents
Chapter 5 Exercise and food plan for life
Combined dynamic stretching
White belt beginner level (Week One)
Yellow belt beginner level (Week Two)
Green belt intermediate level (Week Three)
Blue belt intermediate level (Week Four)
Brown belt advanced level (Week Five)
Red belt advanced level (Week Six)
Black belt advanced level (Week Seven and beyond)
Forms for meditation
Testimonials
Chapter 6 Self-defense
Self-defense techinques
Conclusion
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ISBN
9780804843744
Publication
Tuttle Publishing Tokyo/Rutland, Vermont/Singapore