{"id":98,"date":"2019-01-29T10:48:47","date_gmt":"2019-01-29T16:48:47","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.menomoniegoju.com\/?p=98"},"modified":"2022-02-16T06:25:55","modified_gmt":"2022-02-16T12:25:55","slug":"warming-up-to-the-new-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.menomoniegoju.com\/index.php\/2019\/01\/29\/warming-up-to-the-new-year\/","title":{"rendered":"Warming up to the New Year"},"content":{"rendered":"
Originally posted January 5 2016<\/div>\n
A few weeks ago I attended an in-service on sports performance with a very prestigious method that is used by many collegiate and professional sports teams, special forces and professional emergency response organizations and Rehabilitation\u00a0agencies. \u00a0<\/span>Self described “as a leader in applied research and innovation to advance human performance”. \u00a0This short in service was specific to the warm ups.<\/div>\n
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We were running through various exercises that were thoroughly studied to provide optimal preparation for maximum sports performance. \u00a0As we worked through this set of exercises my Physical Therapist co-workers, many of whom were collegiate athletes, noticed how it seems like I do these exercises all the time, which is great since they were very similar to some of the yoga exercises and Junbi undo techniques we employ in the dojo. \u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n

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Today I am writing about Junbi Undo, one of the cornerstones of Goju Ryu. \u00a0Created by Miyagi Chojun\u00a0Sensei<\/em>\u00a0after extensive research with medical professionals into the workings of the human body, the\u00a0junbi undo<\/em><\/strong>\u00a0of\u00a0Goju-Ryu<\/em>\u00a0are\u00a0more than a warm up but a<\/em>\u00a0way of instilling\u00a0martial movement<\/em>\u00a0and building a robust body of\u00a0good health<\/em>.\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n
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The exercises contained within\u00a0junbi undo not only\u00a0<\/em>loosen the joints they promote mobility and martial movement. Relating specifically to\u00a0Karate<\/em>\u00a0technique, the various methods gradually raise the heart rate, promote circulation, regulate the breathing, massage the internal organs, and boost the immune system. \u00a0Body-weight exercises designed to improve flexibility and strengthen the muscles and spirit of the practitioner. \u00a0Breathing exercises introduce the concept of\u00a0hakkei<\/em>\u00a0and how to issue power using the entire body and breath. Also contained within the exercises are elements of\u00a0Kiko<\/em>\u00a0(Qigong<\/em>), the harvesting and circulation of energy in the human body. Many of the\u00a0movements\u00a0transfer\u00a0directly\u00a0into Kata demonstrating the link. \u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n
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My definition of Self-defense has been to protect (my\/our-self) from anything that would cause us harm. \u00a0In modern days it may be complications from inactivity. \u00a0Regular practice of Junbi Undo helps to ensure we remain active, mentally alert, and energetic throughout the span of our lives. \u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n
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The cat may be out of the bag as we started last night, but our focus for January will be Junbi undo, Preparing the body for our Karate practice. \u00a0That is not to say we will not practice other things, but we will be paying special attention to Junbi undo and Sanchin as this is the foundation. \u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n
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On a related note our\u00a0Yoga class\u00a0<\/b>is on for\u00a0tonight<\/b>\u00a0if you are looking less to instill Martial\u00a0Movement\u00a0but still like the ideas of promoting mobility, increasing circulation, boosting immune function and stabilizing joints with\u00a0body-weight\u00a0exercises. \u00a0Additionally\u00a0we will work to connect with breath and calm focus the mind. \u00a0We will also begin some dedicated time for\u00a0supplemental\u00a0exercises, with\u00a0implements\u00a0to help with strength. \u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n
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Looking forward to a great 2016! \u00a0<\/span><\/div>\n
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