Written by Danny Dring and Johnny D. Taylor, this books teaches martial artists how to maintain and extend their athletic career in a healthy, proactive and positive way. It provides a comprehensive blueprint for health and healing that's divided into five sections. All essential concepts regarding a fighter’s well-being are covered. from the probability of injury and the important do's and don’ts to the value of knowing one’s strengths and weaknesses. This text takes a holistic approach, reviewing the concept of recovery and bridging the gap between physical therapy and athletic training. Illustrating how to maintain a positive mental attitude, the book demonstrates how a martial artist’s inspiration and perseverance are key to overcoming obstacles. It also addresses the issues of a martial arts career shift: what happens with a practitioner cannot return to training because of severe injury or natural aging. Color, 125 pages.