
Zitat von
Ryuji Shirakawa
There are joint techniques in Aikido. However, it is very different from MMA joint techniques. Usually, MMA uses joint techniques to instantly destroy* an opponent and destroy a joint and win. However, Aikido's joint techniques was, as said by Morihei Ueshiba, to "clean the joints". In other words, in a modern way, it means use the Aikido joint techniques to stretch the joints and improve blood flow. If you understand the spirit of Aikido and practice properly, your joints become softer and healthier instead of worsening them... So in practice, make it (the joint technique) as delicate as possible while feeling the energy of your opponent. Avoid colliding with your opponent's energy. Ukemi is also soft, so your shoulders and and wrists will (become) soft.. How old can Aikido start? You can practice at any age regardless of gender, because Aikido is not fighting. It doesn't hurt each other. Aikido is a budo that improves each other.
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