This is a really basic but effective single strike on the focus pads partner exercise.
You must think through the target, most karateka stop on the surface, feel like you want to destroy the target.
Have the feeling of Ikken Hissatsu (to finish with one blow).
Keep the body relaxed throughout the movement, breathe out sharply on impact, then immediately relax after the strike.
It’s so important for karateka to hit things and it’s great fun 🙂
Shotokan Single Strikes On The Focus Pads This is a really basic but effective single strike on the focus pads partner exercise. You must think through the target, most karateka stop on the surface, feel like you want to destroy the target. Have the feeling of Ikken Hissatsu (to finish with one blow). Keep the body relaxed throughout
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