Competitive Taekwondo: Championship Techniques and Training - Softcover

"Master Kil does an exceptional job exploring the many aspects of the sport, from developing the all-important physical skills to gaining the mental edge over your opponent. Whether you are practicing for your next belt test or training for a championship match," Competitive Taekwondo "will give you the knowledge and confidence to attain your goal." Jason Han Six-time U.S. national team member "Master Kil provides the blueprint for becoming a taekwondo champion." Competitive Taekwondo "is the must-have reference for any coaches and athletes looking to advance in their mastery of the sport." Sei Hyuk Kim Korean national team head coach, 1985,2003 Korean Olympic team coach, 1988, 2004 Competitive Taekwondo "details the sparring and training techniques so vital to athletes who desire to reach the elite level of the sport. This book will greatly benefit students, athletes, instructors, and coaches at all levels of the sport." Master Han Won Lee Olympic bronze medalist, 1988 U.S. Olympic coach, 2000 U.S. Olympic Training Center head coach, 1993-2003 "I enjoyed the way this book was broken down from kicks to punches to a daily workout schedule. I used many of Master Kil's drills in preparing for the U.S. National Championships. Athletes of all skill levels will find" Competitive Taekwondo "an invaluable resource." Sanaz Shahbazi Eight-time U.S. national taekwondo team member

Competitive taekwondo is a demanding sport. Participants must be quick and able to score when given an opportunity. This book will guide the reader to victory by demonstrating the proven skills needed to succeed. Through detailed descriptions and photos, former World Champion, Master Yong Sup Kil illustrates how subtleties of technique, such as stance, foot angle and timing provide the foundation for unstoppable direct, indirect and counter attacks. Further fight strategies, such as creating an attacking opening and setting up counter attacks allows the reader to dominate their opponent and score at will. From conditioning drills to increase flexibility, strength, endurance and power to information on making weight and pre-fight strategies to improve focus and concentration, this book provides the blueprint for competitive success.