doesn't just grapple and then switch into striking mode, instead moves like "Whizzer into Punch" show you how to use a wrestling technique to set up a nasty punch. The techniques are clearly explained and the philosophy behind B.J.'s fighting style really comes through - ABC - Always Be Combining - B.J.
Regardless, this is a really useful book - and I don't even train. Sherk's peek-a-boo boxing style also plays into B.J.'s hands as it leads right into the clinch game where B.J. Too bad for Sherk that he doesn't have any kicking game of his own to take advantage of that with. has focused his style on what works for him and ignored the rest. The glaring absence of kicks from the offensive section of the book really jumped out at me. Nothing fancy, just master the basics and shove them down your opponent's throat until you beat him. What is shown are basic techniques, which if done properly, are always dangerous. There are no kicking techniques and no leglocks. The techniques in The Book of Knowledge are presented as whole MMA techniques which blend striking with grappling.īj's book is made up of techniques that work for him and would be usable by most people. Rather, he says, we should always be doing both. Penn warns us against developing the habit of separating grappling from striking, switching on the fly from one to the other. Second, that the style should be an integrated blend, not a disintegrated patchwork hybrid creation. The two most valuable lessons to take from this book is that first, a style of Mixed Martial Arts fighting should be built off of one main discipline with techniques from other styles added to complement the base style. Here's a review from Amazon that explains what I mean: Penn's approach to MMA and his offensive skill set.
Not only is it a very good MMA technique book from one of the best fighters in the sport, its also an invaluable insight into B.J. This is the perfect present for the Muscle Sharks on your list.
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