Body Shifting – Understand to Use Effectively
In karate body dynamics and inside muscle action are the main sources of power (of course, controlled my the mind, so we could say the mind is the main source of energy). Body shifting is one of the 6 body dynamics. Shifting is used to produce force as well as to adjust distance, and it is generally used to apply techniques in longer distance. This principle is also taught in self defense classes for kids to help young learners understand effective body mechanics. We use straight shifting, such as in case of Oi Zuki, or side shifting, such as in […]
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