.. The martial arts are more than just punching and kicking; they have much to contribute to our understanding of health and fitness. This useful book returns to original sources to explore the history, philosophy, and spirituality of the martial arts. From these traditions the authors have distilled practical information and simple exercises for breathing, body alignment, strength, and flexibility.
.. The authors' knowledge of physiology and kinesiology enables them to interpret the wisdom of the ancient martial arts masters, while their experience in health and fitness instruction enables them to demonstrate how the dynamic principles can be incorporated into modern exercise and physical education programs. As martial artists they share the benefits of the training for mind, body and spirit.
.. The electronic version of this popular book can be downloaded easily in a PDF file (using Acrobat Reader available free from our site!). An excellent resource for all martial artists or anyone interested in improving their health & fitness. Explains the principles of martial art training, the philosophy and traditions behind them, and how they can be applied for everyone. Includes illustrated exercises.

.. Free Sample Chapter (PDF 372K)
.. Also e-version in Spanish

• Printed version (English)
...ISBN 0-8348-0462-X
...Weatherhill, Inc - New York-Tokyo- 1999
• Printed version (Español)
...ISBN 84-7813-212-0
... Miraguano Ediciones - Madrid - Spain - 2000

.. An exciting exploration of the world of Martial Art for all
young people interested in some of the history and thinking behind the study of Martial Art. With new full color illustrations, this Author's Electronic Version of The Peaceful Way investigates the ancient and modern traditions such as the meaning of the Black Belt, practice etiquette, the concept of Budo, and non-aggression self-defense.

.. Free Sample Chapter (PDF 276K)
.. Also e-version in Spanish

• Printed version (English)
...ISBN 0-89281-929-4
...Destiny Books - Inner Traditions
...Rochester - Vermont - 2001
• Printed version (Español)
...ISBN 84-9754-028-X
...Ediciones Oniro - Barcelona, Spain - 2002
• soon available in Portugues

.. "Written in accord with traditional Japanese martial arts theory and practice, Iedwab and Standefer have written a book most useful to any student and teacher involved in this discipline. Such a work deserves attention by anyone interested in making martial art practice a richer life experience."
.. Michael A. DeMarco - Publisher
.. Journal of Asian Martial Arts

.. Martial Arts Mind & Body combines the best mental and physical training principles of martial art traditions to enhance performance. Centered on the Japanese concept of kiai, the book explains how to unite your mental, physical, and spiritual energy.
.. As a result, you will be able to:
.. • understand how martial art training works
.. • sharpen concentration and awareness
.. • improve your ability to learn new skills
.. • perform better in training and everyday life
.. • remain focused under stress
.. As you learn how to integrate the energy of the mind and body, you will increase your resistance to fatigue, discomfort, and distraction. You'll also learn techniques to control the body's responses to respiration, metabolism, and muscle relaxation. Make Martial Arts Mind & Body part of your training and soon you will think, feel, and move better than ever.