Great Books - Eight

Kinesiology is the science of human movement. It studies efficient and inefficient movement from the standpoint of the laws of physics. In the martial arts, we need to know that our techniques are scientifically correct, that our blocks, strikes, and kicks generate an optimal amount of force (and do so safely) and that our stances provide a platform solid enough to support our techniques.

Dr. Lester Ingber is a karate black belt but also holds a PhD in Physics. His book, Karate Kinematics and Dynamics, discusses the application of the laws of physics to our karate kihon (basics) and the various ways available to us to create maximum force in our techniques.

This book was published in 1981 and out of print. New copies are very expensive. But used copies are still available via Amazon at just a few dollars.