Category Archives: Body (Physiology)

Flexibility Training

I was asked this question by one of my adult students recently, in relation to taiso, “I need to increase the flexibility in my legs and I appreciate there is no quick solution. I would appreciate any advice, guidance etc?” PROVISO: … Continue reading

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Age is No Limitation

Needless to say, I’m sure that Sensei Ochi doesn’t live on Excuses or Complaints:    

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Taiso, Warm-up and Calisthenics

Most karate students will know that class begins from the moment they step across the threshold of the dojo door on the way in and does not end until they step across again on the way out. Arguably, training does not end … Continue reading

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