Kihon is often repeated in every class with extended periods of basic drills. This type of practice is used to ingrain the techniques into the 'muscle memory' of the karateka. In the absence of thought or pre-meditated action; instinct or ingrained actions will take over. The constant practice of basic drills allows the kihon movements to occur in the sub conscious, without conscious thought.
Saturday, February 13, 2010
Kihon (Basics or Fundamentals)
Kihon means "Basics" or "Fundamentals"
Kihon is the practicing of basic techniques or the fundamentals of karate. This includes the kicks. punches, blocks, movements, stances and other physical techniques. It also refers to creating the correct spirit and attitude within the karateka student.
Kihon is often repeated in every class with extended periods of basic drills. This type of practice is used to ingrain the techniques into the 'muscle memory' of the karateka. In the absence of thought or pre-meditated action; instinct or ingrained actions will take over. The constant practice of basic drills allows the kihon movements to occur in the sub conscious, without conscious thought.
Kihon is often repeated in every class with extended periods of basic drills. This type of practice is used to ingrain the techniques into the 'muscle memory' of the karateka. In the absence of thought or pre-meditated action; instinct or ingrained actions will take over. The constant practice of basic drills allows the kihon movements to occur in the sub conscious, without conscious thought.
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