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9780834805736

Budo Mind and Body Training Secrets of the Japanese Martial Arts

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  • ISBN13:

    9780834805736

  • ISBN10:

    0834805731

  • Format: Paperback
  • Copyright: 2007-01-09
  • Publisher: Weatherhill
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Summary

Budo is about learning more than how to fight; true budo is a way of seeking and uncovering meaning in life. Here, Nicklaus Suino, one of the leading iaido teachers in North America, gives expert advice on how to get the most from training in traditional Japanese martial arts such as iaido, kendo, aikido, judo, kyudo, and karate-do. He reveals the essential components of budo training, including:how to determine the principles behind techniqueshow to develop physical strength, technical strength and strength of characterhow to discipline your mind to really focus and be in the present moment

Author Biography

Nicklaus Suino is a sixth-degree black belt in Muso Jikiden Eishin Ryu iaido. He is currently codirector of the iaido division and director of the judo division of the Shudokan Martial Arts Association, and is a regional director of the North American branch of the International Martial Arts Federation. He lives in Traverse City, Michigan, and teaches iaido and other martial arts at seminars throughout North America.

Table of Contents

Preface ix
Introduction 1
1. Training the Body 13
2. Training the Mind 29
3. Budo Culture 41
4. Three Martial Virtues 55
5. Training the Spirit 77
Appendix 1: The Japanese Martial Arts 97
Appendix 2: Eight Essential Texts 123
Bibliography 127
Resources 141

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