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What Is The Karate Kiai Or Shout And When Should It Be Used?
Kiai 気合 is a Japanese term used in karate for a short spirited shout, that is used to focus energy when performing an attacking or defending move. The term kiai is a combination of Ki (life force), and Ai (meaning to blend or harmonize). These are just my views on the karate kiai, I am […]
Lesson 1 Have Vincent’s Attitude! Then Hit Fast Hit Hard Hit With Accuracy, But Most Of All Hit With Intent
Ask a boxer, thai boxer or mixed martial artist if they hit with intent!They will give you a bemused lookBecause if the do not strike with intent, it’s all over! Originally, karate was ALL about fighting and self defense. 200 years ago the world was a very different place, peoples lives would be in danger […]
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