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Links
A number of excellent sites exist that give practical information about the use of the makiwara and how it can improve your punching technique, power and also harden your weapons. The following links are some of the better sites we have found offering information on this subject. There is, however, no substitute to getting this information directly from your sensei or another person who is experienced in the use of a makiwara. All links will open in a new window.
- www.angelfire.com
- Tips by David Somers on using a makiwara. Includes a schematic on constructing and mounting a makiwara post, should you want to try and make one yourself.
- Karate Tips by Jason Stanley
- Another excellent link for anyone who wishes to try their hand at making their own post.
- Shorinryu Karate school
- An good discussion on the benefits of using a makiwara.
- "The Lost Art of Breaking" - George W. Alexander
- An article on the development of kime through using a makiwara.
- Atlanta Okinawa Karate
- Useful tips on the aspects of makawara training on which a student should concentrate. Emphasizes the importance of building up power gradually over time.
- Shihan Chris Rowen
- The homepage of Shihan Chris Rowen (Chief instructor of the Bunbakan Institute of Classical Japanese Budo Culture).
- www.shoshinkanuk.blogspot.com
- Jim's blog about traditional Okinawan karatedo.
- Makiwara Training - by Lawrence Kane
- Makiwara Training: The Time Honoured Way to Develop Fight-Ending Power, available in the guest articles section at www.iainabernethy.com.
- www.fsk-karate.com
- The Federation of Shotokan karate website (founder Sensei Aidan Trimble 7th Dan).
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