Publisher Description

In Black Belt Fitness for Life, Grandmaster Tae Sun Kang applies his four decades of experience to guide you through an innovative method of fitness using Taekwondo principles. Whether you're a beginner or veteran, you can easily follow Grandmaster Kang's 7-week routine based on the belt system of Taekwondo, an ancient Korean martial art. With each week of the regimen, you will learn new skills and techniques that culminate in the mastery of the techniques necessary to continue exercising and eating right for life.Through the use of Taekwondo stretches and movements, this black belt 'Combined Dynamic Stretching' method will improve your flexibility and balance, stamina and strength, as well as your focus and mental health. You'll stretch multiple parts of your body at the same time, improving circulation and building mental strength. As part of his holistic approach to health and fitness, Grandmaster Kang also outlines an eating plan designed to help you lose weight naturally. Unlike extreme diets and workouts that emphasise drastic results quickly, the Grandmaster's approach is a balanced, easy-to-follow, and — most importantly — realistic plan designed for your life. 

Author Biography

Grandmaster Tae Sun Kang is a greatly accomplished martial artist. He has dedicated his life to mastering the art of Taekwondo and received his 1st Dan Black Belt in 1973, achieved Grandmaster (8th Dan) status in 1994, and awarded his 9th Dan Black Belt in 2007. He has participated in both national and international tournaments and has trained some of the top tournament competitors in the world, as well as many celebrities and their families. He is the director of three of the largest martial arts schools in New York. Visit his website at tkangtkd.com.

Michael Imperioli is an American actor, writer, director, and producer. He is best known for his role as Christopher Moltisanti on The Sopranos, for which he won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series in 2004. He also appeared in the TV drama series Law & Order as Detective Nick Falco.

Review

"Grandmaster Kang's unique approach to fitness is refreshing. His stretching exercises based on martial arts movements are so much more engaging than typical workout routines. Anyone looking for motivation to begin exercising will benefit from this book." --Devin Alexander, New York Times bestselling author; chef of NBC's The Biggest Loser and Host of America's Chefs on Tour on PBS
"Grandmaster Kang's approach to fitness and to life is one in the same--a balance of exercise, eating well, having fun, and building mental strength. Anyone looking to improve their well being would benefit greatly from reading this book." --Shane McMahon, Chairman YOU On Demand and former WWE Executive Vice President of Global Media
"In these pages you will find the essence of Grandmaster's teachings, philosophy, and workout programs all of which are transformative, not only from a physical standpoint, but more importantly, from a mental standpoint." --Andrew Federici, Webby Award Winner and T. Kang Tae Kwon Do student, 2nd Dan Black Belt

Long Description

In Black Belt Fitness for Life , Grandmaster Tae Sun Kang applies his four decades of experience to guide you through an innovative method of fitness using Taekwondo principles. Whether you're a beginner or veteran, you can easily follow Grandmaster Kang's 7-week routine based on the belt system of Taekwondo, an ancient Korean martial art. With each week of the regimen, you will learn new skills and techniques that culminate in the mastery of the techniques necessary to continue exercising and eating right for life. Through the use of Taekwondo stretches and movements, this black belt 'Combined Dynamic Stretching' method will improve your flexibility and balance, stamina and strength, as well as your focus and mental health. You'll stretch multiple parts of your body at the same time, improving circulation and building mental strength. As part of his holistic approach to health and fitness, Grandmaster Kang also outlines an eating plan designed to help you lose weight naturally. Unlike extreme diets and workouts that emphasise drastic results quickly, the Grandmaster's approach is a balanced, easy-to-follow, and -- most importantly -- realistic plan designed for your life.

Review Quote

"This book is really well organized, very readable, and indeed, even makes you want to try out the stretches and exercises. It really does motivate you to at least try out what the author is saying." -- Jaredd Wilson, Martial Thoughts blog

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