Volume 1: Mastering Striking
Unlock the art of "striking" with precision and power under the expert guidance of Shigeharu Kuramoto, renowned as the headmaster of Kuramoto Juku and the highest instructor of Karate-do Shuukikai.
Contents:
"Striking" and "Thrusting" - Know the Nature of Strikes
- Understand the fundamental differences between "hitting" and "thrusting".
What Does it Mean to "Strike" (Teto)?
- Explore the essence and technique behind effective striking.
What Does it Mean to "Thrust" (Seiken)?
- Learn the mechanics and applications of thrusting techniques.
Training for "Hitting"
- Focus on triceps training and explosive muscle development.
Training for "Thrusting"
- Emphasize shoulder and armpit training for stationary muscle strength.
Awareness of Muscles and Trajectory
- Develop a keen understanding of muscle engagement and striking paths.
Front Kick - "Hitting" and "Thrusting"
- Master the execution of front kicks with both hitting and thrusting techniques.
Roundhouse Kick - "Cutting" with the Inside of the Shin
- Perfect the roundhouse kick using the inside of the shin for cutting strikes.
Training for "Kicking"
- Strengthen thigh muscles and hamstrings for explosive kicking power.
Localized Training
- Drill down into specific techniques such as straight fists, shin strikes, tegatana (hand blade), and uraken (back fist).
Instruction and Supervision:
Shigeharu Kuramoto, known as "The Monster Kuramoto," began his martial arts journey at age 10 and has since become a formidable figure in the world of karate. As the founder of Karate-do Shuuki-kai and with extensive connections in martial arts and sports, Kuramoto Sensei brings decades of experience and expertise to this comprehensive guide on striking techniques.
Language: Japanese
Run Time: 68 min.
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