{"product_id":"ed-parkers-infinite-insights-into-kenpo-mental-stimulation-9781439241943","title":"Ed Parker's Infinite Insights Into Kenpo: Mental Stimulation","description":"\u003ch2\u003eEd Parker's Infinite Insights Into Kenpo: Mental Stimulation - Volume 1\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis foundational volume marks the beginning of Sr. Grandmaster Ed Parker's comprehensive five-book series documenting over thirty years of practical martial arts experience. Published in 1982, \"Mental Stimulation\" introduces the philosophical framework and innovative principles that define American Kenpo Karate as a complete system encompassing discipline, philosophy, art, and science.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBreaking Traditional Boundaries\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEd Parker recognized early in his training that martial arts required modernization. Analyzing fighting methods in Hawaii, his birthplace, he identified the need for an updated approach to combat. This volume details how he broke from tradition to develop logical, practical techniques for modern self-defense scenarios. The result was American Kenpo - his unique interpretation of martial arts adapted for contemporary fighting methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Universal Pattern Revealed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor the first time in published form, Parker provides detailed context for the mystic \"Universal Pattern\" - a concept he had introduced to students twenty years prior. This book transforms unknown concepts into understandable principles, making intangible martial arts theory tangible and removing unnecessary mysticism. Parker introduces an unparalleled number of combative predicaments, demonstrating why multiple viewpoints are essential in self-defense training.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDefining Martial Arts Qualities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eParker's goal was to articulate definable qualities within martial arts practice. This volume establishes the foundation for understanding American Kenpo's systematic approach to combat, setting the stage for the four subsequent books in the Infinite Insights series. The content reflects Parker's dedication to making martial arts accessible through clear explanation and practical application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe late Sr. Kenpo Grandmaster Ed Parker Sr. known as the Father of American Kenpo Karate and founder of the International Karate Championships in Long Beach, California. He introduced Bruce Lee to the Martial Arts world. Close friend and bodyguard to Elvis Presley. Author, actor, movie stunt coordinator, businessman, publisher, graduate of Kamehameha High School and Brigham Young University. Served in the United States Coast Guard. Founder of the International Kenpo Karate Association with affiliates worldwide. Native born Hawaiian and honored in the Hawaii Sports Hall of Fame. Loving husband, father and grandfather.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Booksurge Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50680912085266,"sku":"9781439241943","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/ed-parkers-infinite-insights-into-kenpo-mental-stimulation-9781439241943","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}