{"product_id":"9781465451170","title":"Krav Maga","description":"\u003cp\u003eKrav Maga, which means \"contact combat\" in Hebrew, is an easy-to-understand\/remember aggressive system of self-defense. \u003ci\u003eIdiot's Guides: Krav Maga \u003c\/i\u003ewill not only define what it is, but also review the principles and systems of techniques and training to ensure survival. Combining in-depth information and easy-to-understand illustrated instructions, this guide will be a wonderful tool to help train both men and women on how to protect themselves, deal with threatening situations, and reverse dangerous situations where they're at a disadvantage. \u003ci\u003eIdiot's Guides: Krav Maga\u003c\/i\u003e covers:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- The origination of Krav Maga: its history, birthplace, philosophy, and why it was created.\u003cbr\u003e- The core essentials of Krav Maga's theory and practice.\u003cbr\u003e- A review of how to condition the body and mind to outside threats and violence.\u003cbr\u003e- An understanding of not only the physical aspect of Krav Maga, but how it is part of the bigger picture of personal protection.\u003cbr\u003e- The thought process of the attacker and how to avoid potentially dangerous situations, if possible.\u003cbr\u003e- How Krav Maga differs from martial arts in terms of not following handed down fighting rules and techniques.\u003cbr\u003e- A breakdown of the belts in Krav Maga (yellow, orange, green, blue, brown, black), what it takes to attain them, and the differences between them. \u003cbr\u003e- Step-by-step illustrated directions on the popular stances, positions, movements, kick\/punch strikes, falls, joint locks, deflections, and techniques from the basics to advanced moves.\u003cbr\u003e- How to use body weight, your most powerful muscles, and momentum to defeat an attacker.\u003cbr\u003e- Instruction on protecting the body and weapons defense, in addition to mastering escapes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DK Publishing, Inc.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47172244373744,"sku":"9781465451170","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781465451170_p0.jpg?v=1763684886","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781465451170","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}