Open library is an open, editable library catalog, building towards a web page for every book ever published. Used items may not include supplementary materials such as cds or access codes. Unlike isometrics, the resistance exercises of dynamic strength are performed in motion, which enhances flexibility and increase the blood flow. Harry wong has both a video and a book dynamic strength. The biggest problem with dynamic tension for body and strength building as opposed to general warmup is that the practitioner cannot know how. Bruce lee believed in simple body weight exercises. The yi jin jing muscletendon changing classic and other forms of chinese qigong are also great dynamic tension exercises. Dynamic tension exercises are not merely isometrics, since they call for movement. I dont think theyll build huge muscleslimbs targeted weight training is of course a more effective way of doing that, but they definitely help build healthy ones hence the name, and also give the heart and nerves a. See more ideas about exercise, workout and isometric exercises. For this reason, i address dynamic tension training the way i would address training in a gravity chamber. Originally published as dynamic tension, kung fu san soo master harry wong details comprehensive instructions with plenty of photos to show how to strengthen muscles, gain power and improve physique without the problems of weight training. In modern times, the renown martial artist, harry wong, has written a book entitled dynamic strength which is a comprehensive compilation of self resistance.
The course called for certain types of movements done in isometric fashion like pushups, where you hold yourself in a pushup position for a given time. However, i have some additional questions that i have been trying to address through web research without much success so far. This book offers another great alternative to the standard forms of exercising. Visualizing resistance during tiger moves transformetrics. The dynamic tension workout uses the latest scientific knowledge in sports medicine to build muscle and cut fat fast and effectively. For over 20 years, kung fu san soo master harry wong has been teaching his unique system of dynamic strength training, which has all the benefits and none of the negatives of training with equipment or floor exercises. Harry wong strength program warm fitness youtube gymnastics excercise rogue fitness. A 510 minute jump rope session once a day will suffice for a good cardio workout. The dynamic strength exercises are covered thoroughly in the third section.
Dynamic tension chi kung while tensing more jing or. This is a great exercise routine for everyone who hasnt got the time or money for the gym. The exercises require no weights or an sort of external resistance, instead, you simply tense your muscles and move them through the full range of motion as if you were actually lifting a weight. Yours for health and strength, lesson 1 the truest success is but the development of self. I understand from the book that the tiger moves have their origin in kung fu dynamic tension exercises, similar in some ways to what harry wong writes about in dynamic strength. I believe its possible to build a physique like his, as shown on the cover of his book, with the dynamic tension exercises he teaches.
I agree john has explored this system and opened doors that atlas didnt in his original course, but might have in his own life. Just search youtube for harry wong dynamic strength i warm up to see the first video and link to the others. If you entered a room where the gravity was perpetually higher than outside, your muscles, tendons, ligaments, nerves, and breathing would all be under duress. There was a vhs released to accompany the book, which i believe can be found on youtube.
Oct 19, 2011 the yi jin jing muscletendon changing classic and other forms of chinese qigong are also great dynamic tension exercises. I now utilize this type of exercise while doing my forms, practicing combinations whether it be hand andor foot combinations, or as a compliment to my normal weight lifting routine. Mar, 2014 and then they bought dynamic tensionatlas bodybuilding program based on bodyweight and isometric exercises, considered one of the most successful, impactful programs in history. The first section explains the mental aspects of dynamic strength. I believe its possible to build a physique like his, as shown on the cover of his book, with the dynamic tension exercises he. To suc ceed in the building of superb health and strength you must have power of will. I had this book or rather the printing, dynamic tension, back in the 80s and it contributed greatly to my training at such a young age. The exercises in harrys book have more of a direct application to martial arts techniques. In dynamic strength, your muscles gain in strength by working against other muscles in your body, rather than against weights. Dynamic strength is a unique exercise program, as it offers all the benefits of weight training without using weights. Comprehensive instructions with plenty of photos to show how to strengthen muscles, gain power and improve physique without the problems of weight training.
That means a lot of hard muscle flexing while also moving. Jan 18, 2019 the exercises described in the course didnt use weights, rather they used bodyweight exercises and dynamic tension exercises. Like body weight exercise, it promises the world of strength and fitness can be had with little to no equipment and less of a cost upon the lifestyle. Apr 19, 2018 this last technique is based on what i thought dynamic tension was before i read the course. Dynamic strength by harry wong and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Please do not confuse this book with the booklet by charles atlas although there are some similarities in a few exercises. However, dynamic tension incorporates more mental imagery. Jun 18, 2017 a true classic and a must have in any san soo practitioners library. The resistance which develops the muscles is dynamic, thus enhancing the muscles range of flexibility, speed and power in motion.
Now here is the meat and potatoes of this entire book, the dynamic tension exercises, which covers 24 different exercises for everything from your neck, chest. You regulate the resistance in each exercise by changing the amount of tension with which you perform each exercise. Biology, ideas and investigations in science, ideas and investigations in science, ideas and investigations in science, dynamic strength. Just was reading a book that reference harrys wongs dynamic strength. Dynamic tension is the name charles atlas gave to the system of physical exercises that he first popularized in the 1920s. Jun 01, 1982 one such book is harry wong s, dynamic tension. Dynamic tension is something i have a mixed history with. If you want to build up some endurance, strength and. Focus completely on your body and the exercise you are. I have the harry wong book and think for any into the martial arts it is a great book for fitness, i see it as a parallel and compatible system to transformetrics. Dynamic strength by harry wong 1980, paperback for sale. Is dynamic tension the ultimate in functional training. May show signs of minor shelf wear and contain limited notes and highlighting. Isometric exercises are performed without movement as well.
Plus remember that he also promotes pushups, dips, and deep knee bends bodyweight drills in the contents. Question about harry wongs dynamic strength bodybuilding. Dynamic strength has some similarities to isometric type exercises. In theory this would be great, because it would mean you could build big. If you can get hold of a copy, dynamic strength previously published as dynamic tension by harry wong has a number of excellent drills for developing muscular tension that can be practised anywhere at any time. Dynamic tension methods of development indicated in this and all succeeding lessons. In dynamic tension, all exercises are performed with a full range of movement. As flexit says, it doesnt really matter if harry wong lifted weights or not. As well as the design problems of static and dynamic loads, strength and safety.
Dynamic tension is an exercise system popularized by heman himself, charles atlas, but it was also a personal favorite for sprinter alan wells, baseball player joe di maggio, kungfu master bruce lee and boxer joe louis. Yes vrt concepts are very close to those advocated by wong. I now utilize this type of exercise while doing my forms, practicing combinations whether it be hand andor foot combinations, or as a compliment to my normal weight lifting. How to use dynamic tension as a muscle building technique. Harry then gives you a brief overview of some of the basic warmup exercises that you should perform prior to executing any of the dynamic tension exercises featured in this book. Having a positive mental attitude no matter what you are doing. Harry wong and body awareness transformetrics forums. So naturally, ive been interested in it as a training method for fitness independence.
This was the training system proposed by charles atlas, though it also incorporated some bodyweight exercises. Dynamic tension became the most successful mail order bodybuilding course of all time and made both charles atlas and. It is a series of different dynamic tension exercises to work different muscle groups of the body. Jan 29, 2015 dynamic tension is a selfresistance exercise method that involves dealing with motion and tension in plain old contraction. I have been a big fan of harry wong s since 2003, when i first obtained a copy of his book. Master dynamic tension for mobility and strength breaking. Publication date 1990 topics exercise, handtohand fighting, oriental.
Bruce lee workout increases strength and power free. Youtube strength program, charles atlas, harry wong. Dynamic strength by harry wong, january 1990, unique publications edition, paperback in english. Jul 14, 2016 videos for harry wong dynamic strength program. Jul 14, 2016 i highly recommend the book of the same name. Dynamic tension chi kung while tensing more jing or chi. This is a strength training program only, with no real cardio workout included. While the little dragon did weights and dynamic tension, he also did yoga and other body calisthenic exercises. I remember seeing the book when i was younger, but i never got it. Charles atlas dynamic tension bodybuilding and fitness courses has for over 80 years helped many achieve a great physique and also overall health. Dynamic tension is a selfresistance exercise method which pits muscle against muscle. The biggest problem with dynamic tension for body and strength building as opposed to general warmup is that the practitioner cannot know how much work their muscles are doing.
Dynamic tension exercises usually with kata like sanchin were often a major part of such training. Therefore, true dynamic tension would be flexing the muscles hard while also moving. And then they bought dynamic tensionatlas bodybuilding program based on bodyweight and isometric exercises, considered one of the most successful, impactful programs in. Mastering dynamic tension allows you to train against your own muscular tension. Dynamic strength training dvd harry wong flowing isometrics. And im pretty confident that that is where he got his ideas for his book.
However, isometrics emphasize static exercises which stress only a single point of the range of movement or flexibility. In dynamic tension, you visualize the muscle contracting more and more in order. Author of intelligent databases, ideas and investigation in science, dynamic tension, ideas and investigations in science. I have even modified these exercises and incorporated the principles behind them into my own training routine. The third bruce lee workout principle holds that body calisthenics are the best method for increasing personal strength and power. I can see why its origianal name was dynamic tension. You will also find that all discussions of the book, and isometric training in general, takes place in the context of a raging debate about the relative efficacy of isometric exercises vs. Wongs material is part and parcel to ancient, hard style qi gong. More the point, even just one workout using solely these two types of training is so tiring, painful and lengthy that you probably wouldnt want to do it again.
Dynamic strength by harry wong kung fu san soo shop. The exercises described in the course didnt use weights, rather they used bodyweight exercises and dynamic tension exercises. Dynamic strength has 1 available editions to buy at alibris. I have been a big fan of harry wongs since 2003, when i first obtained a copy of his book. Harry wong, has written a book entitled dynamic strength which is a comprehensive compilation of selfresistance exercises geared towards strengthening practitioners of the.
Mar 16, 2017 if you can get hold of a copy, dynamic strength previously published as dynamic tension by harry wong has a number of excellent drills for developing muscular tension that can be practised anywhere at any time. This is a pretty complete program, focusing on all major body parts. But, most of it could probably be found on the internet now for free. Oct 10, 2006 this book offers another great alternative to the standard forms of exercising. Martial artists use a form of this to increase punching power.
As well as the design problems of static and dynamic loads. First published under the title dynamic tension, this is a program of dynamic or moving selfresistance exercises, designed to develop strength evenly and naturally, free of weights or other equipment except two chairs and a short stick. It is all about tensing the muscles of a body part and then moving the body part against the tension, in the form of bodyweight, like while lifting a heavy weight. The exercises mentioned in the book are most effective as well as simple. Ive been practicing these techniques on and off for 2 years from this book called dynamic strength by harry wong yes, thats his name. Dynamic strength could best be described as flowingisometrics, where the practitioners own body provides the resistance.
He practiced what he preached and taught us that not only muscles needed to be exercised but also our character and behavior. Click download or read online button to get dynamic strength book now. Dynamic means dealing with motion, and we know from before that tension is simply contraction. Harry wong dynamic strength ebook softwareauctions.
A lot of people say you can build big muscle using dynamic tension and selfresistance alone, but i had never heard of anyone actually trying it. I dont know how much muscle people have gained over the years. Jun 17, 20 ive been practicing these techniques on and off for 2 years from this book called dynamic strength by harry wong yes, thats his name. Oct 22, 2014 its very hard to train explosively using dynamic tension or selfresistance, meaning the fasttwitch fibres wont get much of a look in. We selected exercises based on sophisticated electromyographic studies that identified the best ones for building and toning muscles in the shortest possible time. The decades old fitness advice that still rings true.
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