Shotokan Connection

A Bimonthly Newsletter Published By Central Valley Shotokan Fresno—March/April. 2002
 

Basic Principles Underlying

Karate Techniques

Role of Muscular Power

 

 

 

 

In our last issue we looked at the importance of Concentration of Power.  In this issue we will discuss the Role of Muscular Power.

Power to move the body is supplied by the muscles.  Well-trained, powerful and elastic muscles are mandatory in karate.  Even if the student is well versed in karate theory and knows the principles of the dynamics of movement, his technique will be weak if his muscles are not strong enough.  Therefore, constant training is necessary to strengthen the muscles of the body.

            If karate training is to be conducted scientifically, it is also necessary to know which muscles are employed in the execution of a particular technique.  When practicing a new technique, students sometimes use unnecessary muscles or muscles which actually hinder the performance of the technique.  Therefore, beginners must carefully follow the advice of their teachers.  When the proper muscles operate fully and harmoniously, the technique will be strong and effective.

 

 

 

 

Source:   Dynamic Karate by M. Nakayama

 

 

 
 
Text Box: Featured Student Christopher Lucero Christopher is ten years old and attends McKinley Elementary School in Central Unified. He is a 9th kyu (white belt) and trains at the Fresno dojo. His favorite kata is Heian Shodon, and his favorite technique is Shuto Uke (knife hand block). One of Christopher’s favorite hobbies is fishing, and he loves to eat Mexican food. He says what he likes most about karate is learning. Christopher has been training with great spirit and consistency preparing for his first examination. Good Luck! & KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!

Dates To Remember And Upcoming Events.

Friday, May 31, 2002---Training and Kyu Test---YMCA Fresno 6:00 p.m.

Saturday, June 1, 2002 –Training and Kyu Testing  Corcoran, Ca

August ?, 2002—Three Day Summer Training Camp---Corcoran, Ca.
 

Congratulations to the following students for their participation in the

ninth Annual Central Valley Shotokan Karate Tournament!  thanks to  Marty, Denise, Patrick, Allison, Chris, Craig, & Gayle for there help with the tournament.  Hope to see all of you at next year’s event.

 

Joe Thomas Jr          Joe Thomas Sr.         Nicole Vargas                       Kush Gaur                  Leonelle Ibarra

Leonel Flores                        Victor Torrez              George Torrez                       James Evaristo          Anthony Evaristo                   Jesus Ortega             Jairo Ortega              David Gonzales         Joshua Ayerza          

Mitzi Torrez       Yanelly Torres     Joshua Perez