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Physical Benefits: • Strength and Endurance
– As a result of utilizing both arms and legs when executing punches, blocks, kicks, and various stances for numerous
times, Karate training develops a high level of muscular strength, endurance, and agility. • Cardiovascular and Respiratory
– All Karate training sessions include 20-30 minutes of continuous execution of Karate techniques (Kihon) or form training
(Kata). This simulates the aerobic segment of any complete exercise program while still enjoying many other benefits. •
Flexibility and Balance – Karate utilize maximum range of movement, and therefore the importance of stretching is stressed.
The movement methodology in Karate provides major contributions to flexibility that does not exist in most other sports. Psychological
Benefits & Mental Benefits: • Karate training, as well as exercising in general, results in enhanced
self-esteem, improved overall psychological well-being, increased self confidence, and hence, decreased depression. •
By exercising and mastering difficult techniques beyond expectations, one learns how to conquer limitations and realizes that
they exist only in one’s mind. Self-Defense Benefits: • All of the listed benefits are achieved through
the mastering and execution of techniques of a fighting art. By developing a stronger, fit person with a high level of concentration
and quick reflexes, in an addition to the knowledge of self-defense skills, Karate helps changing the odds favorably when
one is confronted with threatening situation.
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