Benny Urquidez

Learn from a Master, effective techniques for using various equipment. Focus pad combinations, the jump rope, Thai pads, heavy bags, and more! An outstanding reference guide and working manual for amateur and professionals alike in boxing, kickboxing and competitive martial arts. Written in basic, very understandable text accompanied by excellent b&w photos clearly defining each piece of equipment and its use. Covers everything from speed bag to timing ball to jump rope to testing the ring ropes, even includes a step-by-step guide for proper hand-wrapping. Benny 'The Jet' Urquidez is unquestionably a fighter who knows what he's talking about but it's the clear, no-nonsense explanations and well-thought-out photo demonstrations that make this book a valuable addition to the library of any serious fighter

'The martial artist's mental attitude and physical approach to kumite (free sparing) is the same as for the kick-boxer and boxer for a bout. Once you learn the concepts in King of he Ring your training will become more dyamic'.-Gene Lebell Two Time AAU Judo Grand Champion and World Wrestling Champion and Martial Arts Pioneer

'Being both a world champion competitor and coach, Benny Urquidez has seen the view from both sides of the ropes. That experience shows in King of the Ring. It is a must for anyone who wants to maximize their workout.'-Carlos Palomino Welterweight World Boxing Champion

'Whether you are a professional fighter or a beginning novice, the value of the information contained in King of the Ring is unprecedented.'-Joe Lewis Heavyweight World champion Kick-boxer and martial arts pioneer.

'King of the Ring has a true philosophy and spirit, coupled with lessons on stategy that you will find invaluable. It is a guide post for not only how to meet and deal with the challenges in the ring, but also the challenges of living. This is Benny 'The Jet' at his finest'.-Joe Hyams Author of Zen In the Martial Arts as well as many other well received books.

'King of the Ring is the most comprehensive book on the subject that I have ever seen. It is geared for the beginner, the amateur and the professional'.-Rob Webb World Class Canadian Boxing and Kick-boxing coach

'King of the Ring should be considered as one of the first pieces of equipment the fighter gets on his way to the ring. It is as necessary as his wraps, gloves and mouthpiece'.-Thom Harinck European World Class Muay Thai kick-boxing coach and voted trainer of the year in Hong Kong

'Over twenty years ago Benny Urquidez was my sparring partner when I was both a contender and then as a World Champion. Take it from me, this man knows what he's talking aboiut, King of the Ring is a great book'.-Bobby Chacon Featherweight World Champion Boxer

'Nobody knows fighting and training better than Benny 'The Jet' and nobody explains it better than he does in King of the Ring.'-Don 'The Dragon' Wilson Kick-Boxing World Champion, marital arts pioneer and action film star.

'The science of fighting has never been explained as thoroughly as it has in King of the Ring'.-Paul Gonzalez 1984 Olympic Gold Medalist in boxing and flyweight World Champion Boxer

'I give thanks and respect to my sensei (teacher), Benny 'The Jet' Urquidez for his training methods and sound advice. He was instrumental in my becoming a world champion in kick-boxing with an undefeated record. The theories in King of the Ring is what I am schooled in. It is a must for anyone who wants to excel in the sport.'-Peter 'Sugarfoot' Cunningham Super-Lightweight World Champion Kick-Boxer

'You have to do things right or you'll never master the ring, King of the Ring shows you the right way to approach the sport'.-Joe Ponce World Class Boxing Coach

'King of the Ring is gym and ring tested. It's a winner's book!'-Blinky Rodriquiez Middleweight World Kick-Boxing Champion and World Class trainer in both kick-boxing and boxing.

Contents

Foreword
Introduction
Chapter One Entering the ring
Chapter Two Testing the ring with the boxer's walk
Chapter Three The Focus gloves
Chapter Four The Power shield
Chapter Five The Thai pads
Chapter Six The Timing ball
Chapter Seven The Jab bag
Chapter Eight The Body bag
Chapter Nine The Dancing bag
Chapter Ten The Upper-cut bag
Chapter Eleven The Banana bag
Chapter Twelve The Speed bag
Chapter Thirteen The Medicine ball
Chapter Fourteen The Jump rope
Chapter Fifteen Caring for yourself and the care of your equipment
Chapter Sixteen The Ring record… (meer)

from cover

There are two things that make a champion-ability and now-how. Benny 'The Jet' Urquidez is one of the world's best karateka because he possesses both these qualities. In his first book on professional karate, Urquidez instructs the student in the technques that made him number one-conditioning, speed, power, timing endurance, distancing, strategy, and, of course, Urquidez' famous fighting techniques for devastating opponents, Training and Fightng Skills, with its numerous photos and comprehensive instruction, will vastly imporve the student as a karateka and as a competitor.

Contents

Foreward
Preface
Speed
Power
Timing
Target Areas
Strategy
Nutrition
Conditioning
Impact
Balance
Evading and Blocking
Hand techniques
Foot techniques
Techniques in motion
Coordination
Rules of discipine
Rules of fighting
Philosophy of a champion
Bios
About the author… (meer)