Jun 01, 1982 one such book is harry wong s, dynamic tension. They didnt simply tack the word dynamic on just because they liked the sound of it and didnt know what it meant. 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. 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. And im pretty confident that that is where he got his ideas for his book. This is a strength training program only, with no real cardio workout included. Dynamic strength by harry wong 1980, paperback for sale. 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. Master dynamic tension for mobility and strength breaking. I dont know how much muscle people have gained over the years. Bruce lee workout increases strength and power free. 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 is the name charles atlas gave to the system of physical exercises that he first popularized in the 1920s. Jun 30, 2017 the dynamic tension workout uses the latest scientific knowledge in sports medicine to build muscle and cut fat fast and effectively. Just search youtube for harry wong dynamic strength i warm up to see the first video and link to the others. Dynamic tension exercises are not merely isometrics, since they call for movement. 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. As well as the design problems of static and dynamic loads. I have even modified these exercises and incorporated the principles behind them into my own training routine. 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. Jan 18, 2019 the exercises described in the course didnt use weights, rather they used bodyweight exercises and dynamic tension exercises.
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. The charles atlas course and harry wongs book were called dynamic tension. And then they bought dynamic tensionatlas bodybuilding program based on bodyweight and isometric exercises, considered one of the most successful, impactful programs in. Please do not confuse this book with the booklet by charles atlas although there are some similarities in a few exercises. Dynamic strength has 1 available editions to buy at alibris. Ive been practicing these techniques on and off for 2 years from this book called dynamic strength by harry wong yes, thats his name. To suc ceed in the building of superb health and strength you must have power of will.
May show signs of minor shelf wear and contain limited notes and highlighting. Dynamic tension methods of development indicated in this and all succeeding lessons. The practitioner tenses the muscles of a given body part and then moves the body part against the tension as if a heavy weight were being lifted. I have been a big fan of harry wong s since 2003, when i first obtained a copy of his book. Mastering dynamic tension allows you to train against your own muscular tension. Harry wong strength program warm fitness youtube gymnastics excercise rogue fitness. Dynamic tension chi kung while tensing more jing or chi. Apr 19, 2018 slowly stand up again using only your legs to lift you, keep your heels on the floor, and do as many as you can. Dynamic strength training dvd harry wong flowing isometrics. In dynamic tension, all exercises are performed with a full range of movement. Question about harry wongs dynamic strength bodybuilding. However, i have some additional questions that i have been trying to address through web research without much success so far. I agree john has explored this system and opened doors that atlas didnt in his original course, but might have in his own life.
Dynamic tension exercises usually with kata like sanchin were often a major part of such training. Biology, ideas and investigations in science, ideas and investigations in science, ideas and investigations in science, dynamic strength. Dynamic tension is a selfresistance exercise method which pits muscle against muscle. There was a vhs released to accompany the book, which i believe can be found on youtube. The first section explains the mental aspects of dynamic strength. However, isometrics emphasize static exercises which stress only a single point of the range of movement or flexibility. 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. Open library is an open, editable library catalog, building towards a web page for every book ever published. This is a great exercise routine for everyone who hasnt got the time or money for the gym. Wongs material is part and parcel to ancient, hard style qi gong. For variation, you can place your feet wider or closer together, or do them one leg at a time.
The biggest problem with dynamic tension for body and strength building as opposed to general warmup is that the practitioner cannot know how. 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, upper body, and arms to your legs. Bruce lee believed in simple body weight exercises. 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. As well as the design problems of static and dynamic loads, strength and safety. Dynamic tension by harry wong meet your next favorite book. So naturally, ive been interested in it as a training method for fitness independence.
The exercises mentioned in the book are most effective as well as simple. The dynamic tension workout uses the latest scientific knowledge in sports medicine to build muscle and cut fat fast and effectively. Put your toes on the edge of a step and hold on to the hand rail for balance. Has this guy conclusively proven dynamic tension works. Jul 14, 2016 videos for harry wong dynamic strength program. As flexit says, it doesnt really matter if harry wong lifted weights or not. A 510 minute jump rope session once a day will suffice for a good cardio workout. We selected exercises based on sophisticated electromyographic studies that identified the best ones for building and toning muscles in the shortest possible time. See more ideas about exercise, workout and isometric exercises. Harry wong dynamic strength ebook softwareauctions. Yes vrt concepts are very close to those advocated by wong. Visualizing resistance during tiger moves transformetrics. The third bruce lee workout principle holds that body calisthenics are the best method for increasing personal strength and power.
I have been a big fan of harry wongs since 2003, when i first obtained a copy of his book. Charles atlas dynamic tension bodybuilding and fitness courses has for over 80 years helped many achieve a great physique and also overall health. Oct 19, 2011 the yi jin jing muscletendon changing classic and other forms of chinese qigong are also great dynamic tension exercises. Is dynamic tension the ultimate in functional training. Dynamic tension is something i have a mixed history with. Click download or read online button to get dynamic strength book now. This book involves isometrics but also moving tension exercises in china this is known as iron wire qigong as it strengthens the tendons and fascia plus associated meridians so the sinew becomes strong like iron wire. The yi jin jing muscletendon changing classic and other forms of chinese qigong are also great dynamic tension exercises. I can see why its origianal name was dynamic tension.
Used items may not include supplementary materials such as cds or access codes. The totalbody dynamic tension workout fitnessrx for men. He practiced what he preached and taught us that not only muscles needed to be exercised but also our character and behavior. For this reason, i address dynamic tension training the way i would address training in a gravity chamber. It is a series of different dynamic tension exercises to work different muscle groups of the body.
The resistance which develops the muscles is dynamic, thus enhancing the muscles range of flexibility, speed and power in motion. Author of intelligent databases, ideas and investigation in science, dynamic tension, ideas and investigations in science. Publication date 1990 topics exercise, handtohand fighting, oriental. The exercises described in the course didnt use weights, rather they used bodyweight exercises and dynamic tension exercises. As far as i can remember they were all dynamic exercises and not isometrics. Jul 14, 2016 i highly recommend the book of the same name. 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. 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. That means a lot of hard muscle flexing while also moving. Dynamic strength january 1990 edition open library.
Yours for health and strength, lesson 1 the truest success is but the development of self. Dynamic strength by harry wong, january 1990, unique publications edition, paperback in english. Dynamic strength by harry wong kung fu san soo shop. 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. 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. 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. I believe its possible to build a physique like his, as shown on the cover of his book, with the dynamic tension exercises he. Dynamic strength could best be described as flowingisometrics, where the practitioners own body provides the resistance. Plus remember that he also promotes pushups, dips, and deep knee bends bodyweight drills in the contents. 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. Dynamic tension chi kung while tensing more jing or. 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.
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. Oct 10, 2006 this book offers another great alternative to the standard forms of exercising. Wong s material is part and parcel to ancient, hard style qi gong. I remember seeing the book when i was younger, but i never got it. While the little dragon did weights and dynamic tension, he also did yoga and other body calisthenic exercises. But, most of it could probably be found on the internet now for free. 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. 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. If you want to build up some endurance, strength and. Jan 29, 2015 dynamic tension is a selfresistance exercise method that involves dealing with motion and tension in plain old contraction. Harry wong and body awareness transformetrics forums.
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