Josh Gold
The article below has been selected from the extensive archives of the Online Aikido Journal. We believe that an informed readership with knowledge of the history, techniques and philosophy of aikido is essential to the growth of the art and its adherence to the principles espoused by Aikido Founder Morihei Ueshiba.
To master this “kokyu” or breathing power and concentration power is more difficult than you might think. You should learn with your body through constant practice and study how to balance the stress and length of the inhalation, exhalation and breath-stopping phases with smooth shifts of your center and how to move your body to the rhythm. Then you will finally become able to move your body lightly and easily and, what is more, you will realize an improvement in the effectiveness of your technique and a decrease in the degree of fatigue. You will understand by yourself how wonderful Aikido is and this realization will enable you to enjoy your practice more.
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