3 Fires of Sanchin Kata

Sanchin is a remarkable and rare kata (form). Unlike many fighting forms, it is not flashy or exciting to perform or observe. Nevertheless, sanchin kata is profound in both its simplicity and effectiveness.Sanchin kata is foundational to many traditional martial arts systems of the Ryukyu archipelago. As a result of this role, the kata was historically studied in-depth, forming the basis for everything practitioners needed to become dominant fighters.Translated as "three battles,"...
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Sanchin is a remarkable and rare kata (form). Unlike many fighting forms, it is not flashy or exciting to perform or observe. Nevertheless, sanchin kata is profound in both its simplicity and effectiveness.Sanchin kata is foundational to many traditional martial arts systems of the Ryukyu archipelago. As a result of this role, the kata was historically studied in-depth, forming the basis for everything practitioners needed to become dominant fighters.Translated as "three battles," implying unification of mind, body, and spirit, sanchin kata is recognizable by the patterns of the practitioners' feet along with its unique breathing and powerful body structure.Those who practice it know that it helps them perfect their fighting posture. Further, the ability to strengthen breathing, improve dynamic movement, and ancillary health benefits have long been speculated. Yet, there has been a limited scientific exploration of the form until now.U.S. Martial Arts Hall of Fame Member Kris Wilder leveraged the Scientific Method to undertake an extensive evaluation of sanchin kata. The impact on practitioners' body, heart, lungs, and brain were all studied.Using a variety of tools such as a pulse oximeter and electroencephalogram device, Wilder uncovers the hidden aspects of the kata that cannot be discerned through observation and practice alone. His results are both fascinating and valuable for practitioners who want more. To unlock the full power of sanchin kata, you need this book!