The Art and Science of Judo: A Guide to the Principles of Grappling and Throwing
"There have been many books on judo—some highly competent, others well—written or well—illustrated, some fit for beginners, others for the advanced student. To have all these in a single volume is unusual."—San Francisco Chronicle

The Art and Science of Judo is a revealing Japanese martial arts manual that focuses primarily on the scientific principles at work in Judo.

In this book, highly—respected Judo instructors Jiichi Watanabe and Lindy Avakian delve deeply into the mechanics of Judo, offering clear—cut scientific explanations for the numerous techniques involved in throwing and grappling. By understanding the science behind the art, you will become prepared to perform the right moves at the right time and successfully meet the challenge of responding to your opponent.

The book has over 200 illustrations and 40 photos which show the forces that are employed when performing common Judo throwing and grappling moves such as hip throws, foot sweeps, collar holds, and many more. In addition to the precise explanations of judo's physical aspects, you'll also find detailed insights into the psychological factors related to judo's underlying philosophy.

Topics include:
  • How dynamics are applied to Judo
  • The three principles for practicing Judo
  • The three laws of motion and how they apply to Judo
  • Different kinds of force found in Judo techniques
  • How to effectively practice throwing and grappling
A new foreword by Judo instructor Neil Ohlenkamp offers insight on the book's importance as a resource for every Judo practitioner and instructor. The Art and Science of Judo is a fascinating and valuable work, which will help you achieve success by not only understanding what techniques to master but also why they work and when to use them.
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The Art and Science of Judo: A Guide to the Principles of Grappling and Throwing
"There have been many books on judo—some highly competent, others well—written or well—illustrated, some fit for beginners, others for the advanced student. To have all these in a single volume is unusual."—San Francisco Chronicle

The Art and Science of Judo is a revealing Japanese martial arts manual that focuses primarily on the scientific principles at work in Judo.

In this book, highly—respected Judo instructors Jiichi Watanabe and Lindy Avakian delve deeply into the mechanics of Judo, offering clear—cut scientific explanations for the numerous techniques involved in throwing and grappling. By understanding the science behind the art, you will become prepared to perform the right moves at the right time and successfully meet the challenge of responding to your opponent.

The book has over 200 illustrations and 40 photos which show the forces that are employed when performing common Judo throwing and grappling moves such as hip throws, foot sweeps, collar holds, and many more. In addition to the precise explanations of judo's physical aspects, you'll also find detailed insights into the psychological factors related to judo's underlying philosophy.

Topics include:
  • How dynamics are applied to Judo
  • The three principles for practicing Judo
  • The three laws of motion and how they apply to Judo
  • Different kinds of force found in Judo techniques
  • How to effectively practice throwing and grappling
A new foreword by Judo instructor Neil Ohlenkamp offers insight on the book's importance as a resource for every Judo practitioner and instructor. The Art and Science of Judo is a fascinating and valuable work, which will help you achieve success by not only understanding what techniques to master but also why they work and when to use them.
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The Art and Science of Judo: A Guide to the Principles of Grappling and Throwing

The Art and Science of Judo: A Guide to the Principles of Grappling and Throwing

The Art and Science of Judo: A Guide to the Principles of Grappling and Throwing

The Art and Science of Judo: A Guide to the Principles of Grappling and Throwing

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"There have been many books on judo—some highly competent, others well—written or well—illustrated, some fit for beginners, others for the advanced student. To have all these in a single volume is unusual."—San Francisco Chronicle

The Art and Science of Judo is a revealing Japanese martial arts manual that focuses primarily on the scientific principles at work in Judo.

In this book, highly—respected Judo instructors Jiichi Watanabe and Lindy Avakian delve deeply into the mechanics of Judo, offering clear—cut scientific explanations for the numerous techniques involved in throwing and grappling. By understanding the science behind the art, you will become prepared to perform the right moves at the right time and successfully meet the challenge of responding to your opponent.

The book has over 200 illustrations and 40 photos which show the forces that are employed when performing common Judo throwing and grappling moves such as hip throws, foot sweeps, collar holds, and many more. In addition to the precise explanations of judo's physical aspects, you'll also find detailed insights into the psychological factors related to judo's underlying philosophy.

Topics include:
  • How dynamics are applied to Judo
  • The three principles for practicing Judo
  • The three laws of motion and how they apply to Judo
  • Different kinds of force found in Judo techniques
  • How to effectively practice throwing and grappling
A new foreword by Judo instructor Neil Ohlenkamp offers insight on the book's importance as a resource for every Judo practitioner and instructor. The Art and Science of Judo is a fascinating and valuable work, which will help you achieve success by not only understanding what techniques to master but also why they work and when to use them.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9780804852234
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Publication date: 03/01/2022
Pages: 192
Product dimensions: 6.00(w) x 8.60(h) x 0.60(d)

About the Author

Jiichi Watanabe was a well—known Judo instructor in Japan. A sixth—degree black belt, he was one of the pioneers in the scientific study of Judo.

Lindy Avakian was a respected Judo instructor. He served in the US Air Force, studying Judo in Japan in the early 1950s. He completed the first foreign instruction course at the Kodokan Judo Institute in Tokyo in 1956. During his time in the military, he trained US Special Forces in self—defense.

Neil Ohlenkamp has been a Judo instructor for over 45 years. He is a 7th degree black belt and former head instructor at the Encino Judo Club in California. He was head coach of the U.S. Judo squad at the 1988 Paralympic Games and the 1989 World Championships for the Disabled. He is the author of Judo Unleashed: Essential Throwing & Grappling Techniques for Intermediate to Advanced Martial Artists.

Table of Contents

List of Illustrations 8

Foreword 12

1 The Art and Science of Judo 17

2 How Can Dynamics Be Applied to Judo? 25

Nervous System 26

1 Sensory nerves (five senses: sight, touch, taste, hearing, smell) 27

2 Motor nerves (control of muscular action: movement of fingers, working, talking, etc.) 27

Reaction Time 28

1 Reaction quickened by exercise 28

2 Unconditioned reflex action 28

3 Conditioned reflex action 29

4 Evaluation of the use of these three reactions in judo 29

Nine Cases in Which Reaction Time Becomes Longer 30

The Unguarded Moment 32

3 Three Principles for Practicing Judo 35

Break Your Opponent's Posture before Applying Your Throw: kuzushi (unbalancing opponent) 35

1 Stability of an object 37

2 Stability of a human body 40

3 How to break the opponent's posture 42

Take Advantage of the Waist and Abdominal Region 47

1 The force of the waist and abdominal region coordinates all parts of the body 48

2 The force of the waist and abdominal region benefits the nervous system 50

3 The force of the waist and abdominal region can be developed by training 52

Practice Judo in a Natural Posture 54

1 The natural posture is best for practicing judo 56

2 Grappling techniques require a different type of posture 56

4 Three Laws of Motion 59

First Law of Motion 59

Second Law of Motion 60

Third Law of Motion 61

5 Kinds of Force 65

Muscular Force 65

Gravity 68

Momentum 70

1 Impulse 72

2 Impulsive force 73

3 How to apply the strongest force possible on the opponent 73

4 The relation of momentum to the force of the arm 75

Friction 76

Coefficient of Friction 78

6 Acting State of Force 81

The Principle of Transmissibility of Force 81

Composition of Forces 82

Decomposition of Forces 84

The Moment of Force 85

The Moment of a Couple 90

7 How to Practice Throwing 95

Some Advice on Throwing Techniques 95

1 Where to hold 95

2 How to grasp 95

3 How to advance or retreat 96

Ukemi: The Art of Falling 97

Explanation of Throwing Techniques 102

1 Uki-goshi (hip throw) 102

2 Uki-otoshi (floating drop) 104

3 O-goshi (major hip throw) 106

4 Tai-otoshi (body drop) 108

5 Tsurikomi-goshi (lifting hip throw) 110

6 Harai-goshi (sweeping loin throw) 112

7 Hane-goshi (spring hip throw) 114

8 Hiza-guruma (knee wheel) 116

9 Harai-tsurikomi-ashi (lifting foot sweep) 118

10 De-ashi-harai (advanced foot sweep) 120

11 Okuri-ashi-harai (sweeping ankle throw) 122

12 O-soto-gari (major external reaping) 124

13 O-uchi-gari (major inner reaping) 126

14 Ko-uchi-gari (minor inner reaping) 128

15 Tomoe-nage (circle throw) 130

16 Uki-waza (floating throw) 132

8 How to Practice Grappling 135

Classification of Grappling Techniques 135

1 Osaekomi-waza (hold downs) 135

2 Shime-waza (strangles) 136

3 Kansetsu-waza (elbow locks and twists) 136

The Relation between Grappling and Throwing 137

Attack Methods in Grappling 138

1 Force must precede speed and lightness of motion in grappling 138

2 First consider how to produce the largest momentum possible and how to apply it effectively 139

3 Immobilize the force of your opponent's lower extremities 141

Defense Methods in Grappling 144

Explanation of Osaekomi-waza (Hold Downs) 146

1 Hon-kesa-gatame (side collar hold) 146

2 Kuzure-kesa-gatame (modified side collar hold) 148

3 Kata-gatame (single shoulder hold) 150

4 Kami-shiho-gatame (four-quarter hold) 152

5 Kami-shiho-gatame: a slight modification 154

6 Kuzure-kami-shiho-gatame (modified four-quarter hold) 156

7 Kuzure-kami-shiho-gatame: another modification 158

8 Yoko-shiho-gatame (side four-quarter hold) 160

Explanation of Shime-waza (Strangles) 162

1 Nami-juji-jime (normal cross strangle) 162

2 Kata-juji-jime (half cross strangle) 164

3 Kafa-juji-jime (half cross strangle): a modification 166

4 Okuri-eri-jime (sliding collar strangle) 168

5 Yoko-okuri-eri-jime (side sliding collar strangle) 170

6 Kata-ha-jime (single wing strangle) 172

7 Hadaka-jime (bare-hand strangle) 174

8 Ryote-jime (two-hand strangle) 176

Explanation of Kansetsu-waza (Twists, Bends, or Locks Applied on the Elbow Joint Only) 178

1 Hiza-gatame (knee-elbow lock) 178

2 Juji-gatame (cross armlock) 180

3 Ude-garami (entangled armlock) 182

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