Black Belt Debuts Magazine Redesign in Nov. 2007 Issue
Black Belt Debuts Magazine Redesign in Nov. 2007 Issue |
The contents are as follows: COVER STORIES JEET KUNE DO'S 4-CORNER DEFENSE Renowned JKD authority Tim Tackett teaches one of the art’s best defensive methods. THE TRUTH OF BOXING This Black Belt Classic story examines Bruce Lee’s boxing acumen, with commentary from Muhammad Ali, Dan Inosanto and Richard Bustillo.
11 PRINCIPLES OF POWER Learn the secrets of muay Thai’s power kick from a man who lives, trains and fights in Thailand. THIRD-PARTY PROTECTION John Whitman explains Krav Maga’s formula for fending off indirect threats with a firearm. 10 COMMANDMENTS OF SELF-DEFENSE After training with David James, a frequent Black Belt contributor presents the essential teachings of vee-arnis-jitsu. OLD VS. YOUNG Aging is inevitable, but it doesn’t have to diminish your ability to practice your martial art. STACK HANDS ON HIP Chris Thomas examines an enigma of isshin-ryu karate and explains its hidden pressure-point application. DEPARTMENTS JEET KUNE DO SOURCE Shannon Lee updates Black Belt readers on the Bruce Lee Foundation’s recent accomplishments and future projects.
Russell McCartney outlines the inner principles of swordsmanship: breath, footwork, posture and swing. LEGENDS OF KUNG FU Dr. Mark Cheng says a step-by-step approach to overcoming obstacles can apply to the martial arts and to life. STATE OF TAEKWONDO Floyd Burk taps a hapkido master for the self-defense applications of sweeps and takedowns. HIGH RISK Sgt. Jim Wagner says the focus mitt is on the way out. Its replacement: a specially designed replica of the human skull. FULL CONTACT Tournament veteran Bill Wallace gives pointers on beating a faster opponent—and improving your own speed at the same time. KARATE WAY Do you want to be better than your sensei? Dave Lowry shares his thoughts on the touchy subject. THE SHAOLIN PATH Improving your kicking ability demands flexibility and daily strength training, a Shaolin kung fu expert says. WAY OF THE WARRIOR Learn how the traditional martial arts influence who you are—whether you’re a mixed martial artist or a reality fighter. SCREEN SHOTS Patrick Vuong reviews The Masutatsu Oyama Trilogy, a DVD set starring Oyama’s most famous student, Sonny Chiba. CELEBRITY WATCH Jared Rogers is Kenny Rogers’ nephew and a successful musician, but he’s his own man thanks to Shaolin kung fu and tai chi chuan. PLUS Editorial + Mailbox + Black Belt Times + Shop Gear Black Belt Pages + Classifieds + From the Archives About the cover: Alex Norouzi designed the cover using a photograph of Bruce Lee. The image and likeness of Lee are used with the express permission of Linda Lee Cadwell and Concord Moon LP. All rights reserved. |
