Fighting techniques, and techniques of any sport where you face an opponent, require an external focus of attention, i. It explaines how muscles work, what you do to them by stretching and the correct order of stretching exercises which is very, very important to get any results from stretching. Use our method to attain maximum height in your kicks and. Thomas kurz is the author of flexibility express, stretching scientifically, secrets of.
Kurzs book still lies unread on my bookshelf i just have too many books to read, so i havent tried his methods yet. Thomas kurz has described tests for the potential for front split and potential for side split. This book is available from stadion publishing since march 2003. That, and running helped to keep me sane after moving to san jose, a city that leaves sanity to be desired. First, in 1985, i wrote stretching scientifically, the book on increasing flexibility quickly and safely. Stretching and strengthening of the lower body hips and legs for sports and martial arts so athletes can do high kicks and splits with no warmup.
All previous books i have been reading about strectching lacked methodology and indepth explainations, but this book has it all. Kurzs book is probably the best book on stretching available. Stretching scientifically fourth edition 2003 is thomas kurz guide to increasing your flexibility. Potential for frontside split from thomas kurz author of. Flexibility and functional strength are the subjects of flexibility express, a new dvd from stadion publishing co. Yes there are two outstanding books on flexibility. Thomas kurz, the worlds foremost expert on flexibility training, is the author of flexibility express, stretching scientifically, secrets of stretching, and science of sports training and coauthor of basic instincts of selfdefense. Kurz has a reputation in the martial arts community as being the foremost expert on the subject of flexibility. Fineas new, 2 numbered pages that appear to be lightly viewed or not. Stretching scientifically a guide to flexibility training. And a good, straight forward nononsense read it was. Download stretching scientifically or read online books in pdf, epub, tuebl, and mobi format. Stretching scientifically a guide to flexibility training by thomas kurz, 9780940149267, available at book depository with free delivery.
Tom presents a uniquely eastern european look at this practical subject matter. I just started reading stretching scientifically and am really enjoying his evidence based approach. This book is all about stretching using the most up to date scientific. Stretching scientifically a guide to flexibility training epub. Supervised editing of the video clinic on stretching and kicking with tom kurz. A guide to flexibility training by kurz, thomsa, kurz, thomas and a great selection of similar used, new and collectible books available. Thomas kurz is the author of stretching scientifically 3. The rest of book is tantalizingly close to giving you a stretching routine you can adapt, but fails to do bring you to a worksheet or methodology.
Tom kurzs weblog tom kurz on sports training and exercise. Dec 06, 2004 kurzs book still lies unread on my bookshelf i just have too many books to read, so i havent tried his methods yet. A guide to flexibility training revised, updated by tom kurz isbn. A guide to flexibility training by thomas kurz ebook free download stretching scientifically. Now this is a problem for me because i have no access to weights, and using homemade stuff formerly. There are two books i would strongly recommend for real, applicable information and methodology for increasing flexibility. This book is useful to athletes, instructors, and coaches. You cant rush these things though this from someone whos had stretchingrelated injuries, just take your stretching slowly and it will come. Stretching scientifically download ebook pdf, epub. Nov 23, 2006 stretching and strengthening of the lower body hips and legs for sports and martial arts so athletes can do high kicks and splits with no warmup. A guide to flexibility training 4th revision ed thomas kurz on. Thomas kurz, the worlds foremost expert on flexibility training, is the author of flexibility express, stretching scientifically, secrets of stretching, and science of sports training and coauthor of basic instincts of selfdefense thomas kurz is the president of stadion publishing company, inc.
A guide to flexibility training thomas kurz on amazon. Presents a collection of exercises and stretches to increase flexibility and build muscles. It also dispells the usual nonsense typical to stretching books. To meet the needs of practitioners of all martial arts, thomas kurz designed the routine to maximize flexibility without sacrificing strength. Stretching scientifically tells you how to workout and what kept you from becoming more flexible faster. You can see him demonstrating a perfect selfdefense. Stretching scientifically download ebook pdf, epub, tuebl, mobi. A guide to flexibility training 3rd ed by thomas kurz isbn.
I cannot reach 180 degrees in the front split lunge, and the side split test when i touch my hip bones they feel like slightly out of alignment with the raised leg. Check out the new look and enjoy easier access to your favorite features. The paperback of the stretching scientifically by thomas kurz, eva c. Stretching scientifically fourth edition 2003 is thomas kurz guide to increasing your.
Difficulties with doing a side split by thomas kurz, author of stretching scientifically and secrets of stretching. A guide to flexibility training has 3 available editions to buy at half price books marketplace. I think i bought the book at least a year ago, but it got hidden in the stack of other books i was reading at the time. Wrote the fourth edition of stretching scientifically. Here i share phys ed and sports training knowhow that was drilled into me, and whatever info that i find useful. A guide to flexibility training by thomas kurz online at alibris. Stretching scientifically describes in good detail the recommended methods of stretching yes, there are more than one method, and some can be harmful. Because i practiced martial arts in poland and wanted to. Kurz states that before starting leg exercises, i should be able to do this exercise 15reps x 3 holding a weight that is of my body weight approx 17 kg in my case. Thomas kurz on fitness and sports training posts facebook.
The simplest test for the side split the test of outside rotation of the thigh is shown in the book stretching. Thomas kurzs role was far more important than simply serving as a translator from polish to english. Thomas kurz is the worlds foremost expert on flexibility training, the author of flexibility express, stretching scientifically, secrets of stretching, and science of sports training and coauthor of basic instincts of selfdefense he is the president of stadion publishing company, inc. Learn how to stretch safely and quickly to achieve and maintain your maximum flexibility how to make your muscles grow stronger and longer so you stay flexible all the time how to do splits even if you are over 40 or 50. While learning fighting techniques initially you may have an internal focus, i. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. All previous books i have been reading about strectching lacked methodology and indepth explainations, but this book. Kurz gives four sample regimens for stretching but does not delineate a complete routine using all four methods. White with gold colored ends spine and title in red letters, soft book condition.
This site is like a library, use search box in the widget to get ebook that you want. It then gives recipes for a workout and examples for several different sports. His style of writing is very direct and to the point, and ive been doing yoga for several years now, about two. Buy stretching scientifically by thomas kurz, eva c swider illustrator online at alibris. This video in dvd format is available from stadion publishing since june 2006. What are the best methods of stretching tom merrick. Rare are the books whose authors demonstrate the training methods they write about. Stretching scientifically thomas kurz free ebook download as pdf file. It tells you all the whys of dos and donts so now you will. Thomas kurz is the president of stadion publishing company, inc. The fourth edition of stretching scientifically, a guide to flexibility training 2003, by thomas kurz, is now available from stadion publishing inc. Apr 15, 2018 what are the best methods of stretching tom merrick.
Rather than one specific flexibility training program to be applied to all readers, kurz offers a variety of techniques and stretches, along with guidance for selecting from this menu and proper ordering of stretching exercises to tailor ones flexibility development to meet the needs of one. Its improved layout and more photos enhance the most uptodate science explained in practical terms for athletes, instructors, and coaches. Jun 21, 20 there are two books i would strongly recommend for real, applicable information and methodology for increasing flexibility. In many conversations with the authors, he clarified key concepts, pointed to recent research that bore on the issues, and adapted certain ideas to be more familiar to englishspeaking athletes and coaches. Improved layout and more photos enhance the most uptodate science explained in practical terms for athletes, instructors, and coaches. Thomas kurz stretching method stretching scientifically. Spend only 1530 minutes twice a week on our flexibility express exercises, which simultaneously increase strength and flexibility, and in just a few weeks youll perform splits, back bridges, and high kicks with ease. Stretching scientifically and science of sports training. Stretching scientifically download stretching scientifically ebook pdf or read online books in pdf, epub, and mobi format. Three items from tom kurz, athlete, instructor, coach, and graduate of the university school of physical education in warsaw, poland. Stretching scientifically by thomas kurz and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Stretching scientifically by thomas kurz, eva c swider. Thomas kurz is the author of flexibility express, stretching scientifically, secrets of stretching, and science of sports training and coauthor of basic instincts of selfdefense.
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