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Written in 1976, this is the story of Larry Gains, the Coloured Heavyweight Champion of the World. It tells of his life in the rings of the world...riding the night trains of Canada...working the cattle boats...gambling in the casinos of the Riviera...Paris in the '20s, Cologne and the Charleston, Leicester and the long Indian Summer. It reveals the secrets of the champions...the twilight world of the Boston Tar Baby...the amorous ways of Harry Greb...how Battling Siki saw the light...the feuding with Jeff Dickson...and the chasing of Jack Sharkey.

Many individuals consider purchasing a gun for home protection, yet have no experience with firearms and the information available online seems confusing and often contradictory. This audiobook was written specifically for the novice and is a practical and common sense introduction to selecting your first firearm (handgun or shotgun) and learning how to use it safely and effectively in the absence of formalized training.

A fascinating chance to hear legendary boxer Henry Cooper talk about his life and career, in a selection of interviews taken from the BBC radio and TV archive. The interviews are: Desert Island Discs, BBC Radio 4 (first broadcast 16 May 1966, featuring Roy Plomley); Parkinson , BBC One (first...

When Seconds Count is a comprehensive street smart self-defense book instructing law abiding citizens how to protect themselves against the mounting threat of violent crime. You can't learn this in a Karate class or mixed martial arts school. In fact, there are many instructors out there who are doing a lot more harm than good by making people believe they are trained to cope with vicious street criminals. Truth is, the martial arts techniques that score points and win trophies could get you killed in real-life self-defense encounters.

Sambo consists of different elements that range from throws, holds, and movements that you should know. This audiobook helps you learn the basics that can help improve your self-defense skills. Additionally, it provides a basic understanding of Sambo and how it differs from other disciplines in martial arts. It also outlines the benefits and everything you want to know about this kind of martial art.

Pro wrestler and political commentator Tyrus goes deep into his wild but triumphant life story, from his painfully dysfunctional upbringing to bodyguarding for Snoop Dogg, to becoming a wrestling icon and one of the most provocative on-air voices today. 

Classic WWF Golden Generation ppvsJoin us as we embark on an epic journey.Can a 23 yr old who has no wrestling fandom what so ever, watch all this stuff for the first time and become a fan. We will Navigate from the first Wrestlemania and keep going through the Golden Generation and possibly beyond, watching all the ppvs one after the other and see if today's Generation can apreciate the stuff we all adored as kids.Can we make this absolute newcomer a fan of the era? Or will he watch Wrestlemania 2 and think "Nah this is crap."Come along for the ride and find out.For updates,Follow us on ...

Strength without force. Calm under pressure. A practice you can carry into every part of your life.Most of us were taught that getting what we want means pushing harder: more effort, more grit, more force. Yet the strongest martial artists and meditators Jeff Patterson has trained with over more...

Fun Riddles and Trick Questions for Kids and Family contains the best riddles and brain teasers around that are guaranteed to give your entire family, especially the young ones, countless hours of fun and learning! This amazing collection offers 300 riddles that range from easy to hard to challenge kids of different age groups. It is a fail-safe way to stimulate your kids’ mental power, wit, creativity, and ability to think outside the box - and give them fun, entertainment, and an amazing opportunity to bond with family and friends as well!

A comprehensive guide on many different aspects of martial arts pedagogy. Topics include: teaching children with learning disabilities, anatomy and common injuries, leadership skills, and hundreds of specific drills.

Welcome to "BJJ Balance," your ultimate guide to mastering Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and conquering life's challenges! Join hosts Black Belt Matt Veiga and Purple Belt Kenny Wilson for hilarious, insightful talks on balancing BJJ expertise with daily life. Episodes feature the black belt sharing cutting-edge BJJ techniques, while the purple belt adds relatable perspectives and funny anecdotes. Special guests, interviews, and entertaining stories promise inspiration.

'Til death do they part. Tina Cooper is a young mother on the run from a past soaked in violence. With fresh scars, broken bones, and nothing but the clothes on their backs, she and her daughter flee a man who would rather see them dead than free. In a small mountain town, hidden beneath the...

This comprehensive guide on starting Jiu-Jitsu is the perfect resource for anyone looking to explore the benefits of this empowering combat sport. The author, an enthusiastic practitioner with valuable insights from personal experience, shares habits and best practices that can enhance your Jiu-Jitsu journey.

In the early 1990s, Tommy Morrison, a young roughneck from Jay, Oklahoma, burst onto the boxing scene to become one of the most controversial fighters of his era. Handsome, eloquent, and dynamic, Morrison parlayed destructive knockout power and a homespun personality into celebrity status throughout middle America, where boxing rarely prospered. But it was his starring role in Rocky V alongside Sylvester Stallone that propelled him to stardom—and ultimately led to his tragic downfall. 

A Mind for the Fight provides you with the necessary tools to facilitate a critical evolution in your survival mindset. Retired Green Beret, renowned martial artist, and infamous street fighter Jim "Smokey" West offers a comprehensive guide to developing the mental game necessary to turn your defense into offense when a violent street assault finds you.

Dive into the extraordinary life of UFC's most influential figure in "Dana White Biography Flash" - the podcast that unravels the compelling story behind the man who transformed mixed martial arts forever. Hosted by industry insiders, this high-octane series explores Dana White's journey from a scrappy boxing trainer to the global powerhouse president of Ultimate Fighting Championship. Listeners will discover exclusive insights into White's strategic brilliance, controversial leadership, and the pivotal moments that shaped modern combat sports. Each episode peels back the layers of his ...

This is legendary 17th century swordsman Miyamoto Musashi’s exposition of sword fighting, strategy, and Zen philosophy. Required listening for any martial artist, business person, or student of strategy, this audiobook includes the one hour Zen inspired soundtrack, The Mysterious Sound of Wind in the Bamboo, performed on authentic Japanese instruments.

Pro Wrestling Forever is a podcast for fans who love wrestling without the baggage.Hosted by Professor Degree and Blade Daily, this show is built on one simple idea: No Masters. No Gatekeepers. No Holds Barred. Just two middle-aged fans who’ve been watching for decades and still believe pro wrestling is at its best when it’s shared—not policed.Every week, the hosts dive into the full spectrum of professional wrestling—past, present, and everything in between—celebrating the art, the athleticism, and yes… the absurd, the hideous, and the downright dumb. Because wrestling isn’t ...

This book may be controversial to the church establishment, or even banned by your local church, because we expose the majority of American churches out there as "sellouts," and on the take of the government. If one of the ultimate goals for a martial arts ministry is to disciple believers in the faith, this reality has to be exposed to be successful at starting a martial arts ministry. The man of God who has been called to start a martial arts ministry, has to understand the serious nature of his responsibilities, and move as the spirit of God leads.

A pro-wrestling and music podcast, hosted by Jason Jimenez-Garrido and Dan Carlin. Tune in for discussions, predictions, album reviews, and much more!