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80Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Techniques vs. Aikido Techniques: Blending
While Blending or Harmonization is a fundamental component of Aikido techniques, can such principles be applied in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu techniques? The short answer is yes. Blending focuses on: - Not...
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73Aikido Techniques – Ki Development: What Lies Under the Surface
In star Wars the hero, Luke Skywalker, is mentored by Obi Wan Kenobi, who spoke of the Force as an invisible energy field that "flows through us". Many of us that practice the martial art of Aikido believe...
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75Aikido Techniques: Ki - The Fundamental Building Block
Because I am a huge George Lucas fan, I will relate some of the concepts to you in the context of Star Wars. "A New Hope" began with, Ben Kenobi telling Luke that the Force is an energy field and their...
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56Aikido Techniques
Aikido is one of the oldest types of martial arts. Founded by Morihei Ueshiba, aikido came about through the studies of several different kinds of long-established martial art forms. In truth, it is often...
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66Aikido Techniques and Women - Shadow Aikido
How can a woman overcome the apparent disparity of the lack of upper body strength compared to men? The two key issues that come to mind when thinking about Aikido Techniques and Women include blending...
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71Aikido Techniques and Women: Icebergs and Ki Energy
Imagine that you are the captain of the Titanic and you see an iceberg, dead ahead! To avoid collision, you would need to steer a wide course around it. Why? Because the mass of ice that lies just beneath the...
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69Aikido Training and Women: What is the Value of Meditation? Part 1
Can Aikido techniques reduce stress in women? Our lives are filled with stresses of every variety and it doesn't matter whether you are a businesswoman, a stay-at-home mom, or trying to be both - stress can...
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65Aikido Techniques to Help Resolve Family Conflits
No, I don't mean body-slamming your spouse or child when you disagree! Those of us that are "approaching decrepitude" (a term used in the movie The Bucket List) may remember the sitcom "All In the Family",...
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65Aikido Techniques: Fundamentals: Physical Application / Spiritual Focus
Aikido combines the physical nature of self-defense techniques with training in mental and spiritual development. The martial art of Aikido was developed by Morihei Ueshiba and evolved from his early training...
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73Aikido Techniques: From the Woman’s Perspective
The Obvious: Women are not the same as men…ya think?? This applies to the physical as well as the mental or emotional dimensions. Thus, the approach to self-defense in women must necessarily different...
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