With its complex techniques, martial arts places high demands on flexibility. Martial artists therefore need special stretching training that takes into account the specifics of the respective discipline. A Thai boxer, for example, must have good mobility in the shoulder joint in order to be able to use elbow techniques effectively. A Taekwondo fighter, on the other hand, must have developed good flexibility in the leg muscles in order to be able to perform the numerous high kicking techniques. This book provides the basics of stretching, presents the most important stretching methods and complete stretching programmes for the most common martial arts. 112 pages, 155 colour illustrations, 170 x 240 mm, paperback