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“Imagine the intensity in which the honey bee lives… it spends its life gathering nectar from one flower to the next which, in the insect’s entire lifespan, only produces one teaspoon of honey. This rich ambrosia, in turn, takes only a mere second to consume. But oh, isn’t that honey so good? That’s the feeling of great health and vitality. If we lived our lives as intensely as the bee, perhaps we could all enjoy the sweet taste of success.”
— Ray Khan
Why did I write this book?
In today’s fast-paced society, we all want to get the most out of our training programs in the least amount of time, right? This book was written on the assumption that most of us have very fixed habits and regimented thought processes; that every new idea introduced to us gets corralled into a standard method of thinking. This conventional methodology prevents most of us from retaining our youth and vitality because we repeat old training habits and routines, and watch ourselves deteriorate physically and mentally. In the end, gravity will win, but we can slow down the aging process by constantly and consistently welcoming and accepting new training concepts. That’s the message I want to share with you, and the reason I authored this book.
It’s my intention, within the following pages, to bring clarity to a new and innovative mode of workout by integrating effective training methods into your daily exercise routine; practices that historically have produced tremendous results through the ages.
As both a trainer and teacher, I have a specific edict upon which I structure my life and my training techniques. It’s the very foundation upon which each of my students and I work. This personal ideology reflects my belief that life is not linear; it is multidimensional and we are designed to move much more than our lifestyles or society dictates.
When there is intensity, there is clarity. The Kick-fit Athletics Training Program workout is intense; therefore, most people find that in addition to the obvious physical benefits, the workouts serve to enhance several areas in their lives, and bring absolute clarity to their levels of fitness.
Who were my major influences?
Bruce Lee, the great Chinese American martial artist who is widely regarded among the most influential martial artists of the 20th century, and Guru Dan Inosanto are prime examples of the success of multidimensional training, which is exercise utilizing any type of movement that is dynamic and crosses several planes of motion with variations in endurance, strength, and flexibility. Guru Dan Inosanto champions the restorative benefits of training martial arts—yoga, gyrotonics, and strength training with the Kettle Bell, to name just a few. Nearly 70 years of age, he always exhibits youth and vitality as he teaches hour after hour, day after day. My daily inspiration comes from the gratitude for the knowledge Guru Dan has shared with me through his dedication to movement and martial arts.
Additionally, fitness expert Billy Blanks, inventor of Tae Bo®, was one of the first people who inspired me with his concept of combining martial arts with a fitness mentality of maximum exertion into challenging cardiovascular workouts.
Finally, my father always has been, and continues to be, a major source of inspiration in my life. Now well into his 60’s, he consistently toils away at his passion of beekeeping in South Florida; a process that is hard work, but keeps him as fit today as he was when I was a child.
What is the best way to use this book?
As I mentioned above, this book was written under the assumption that we are all creatures of habit, and we need to get beyond our current training routines and mindsets. Our lives literally depend on it. So I submit to you the best way to use this book is for motivation. For inspiration. To gain new, pertinent knowledge of movement forms and functions. To develop your own, dynamic training routine. And as the cocoon through which you will emerge as your “new, fit self.”
Every training program claims that the participants will derive the most benefits in the shortest period of time. Over the next several pages, not only will you learn why you will get results in the shortest period of time after engaging in the Kick-Fit Athletics Training Program workout; but you will actually see how. This initial book has been organized to illustrate form and function. These illustrations indicate the muscles influenced by the martial arts training program, as well as the Kick-Fit Multidimensional Training Circuit. The movements depicted are basic martial arts techniques done in conjunction with other training methods.
Please use the accompanying DVD to reinforce the material in the book, for further clarification of the illustrations for the muscles worked, and to assist you in becoming further educated on the variety of possibilities that exist in the Kick-Fit Athletics Training Program. Remember once you get started, you should always stay focused and keep the emphasis on great form even, and especially, when you’re tired. This will offset the chance of a serious injury. This book is not intended to be a textbook, nor is it intended to replace one-on-one martial arts instruction or strength training. It was created to enhance your experience of kickboxing and strength training.
Get ready…
Pick a martial arts movement and select three to four other training methods, such as jumping rope, single leg Biceps Curls, Squats, biking, etc.
Get steady…
Set up your circuit with a clear idea of how many repetitions and sets you need to do. For example, three sets of 30 reps means you will do every exercise you select 30 times for each circuit, and a total of three circuits.
Go!
Change the order and types of exercises often and try to circuit train at least three times per week with one day off from circuit training in between. Of course, if the opportunity for a hike, bike ride or some other recreational activity presents itself, go for it!
The rest of your life starts when you turn the page.
Have fun and be safe!
Ray Khan |
