Functional Training for Fighters DVD by Takashi Nakakura & Koetsu Okazaki Isamu Uehara The roots of Aikido are

The roots of Aikido are deeply intertwined with the traditions of the Japanese sword

-Butterfly guard passes

incorporates martial principles

even if your opponent is trying to use his superior size to crush you and shut down your game

Functional Training for Fighters DVD by Takashi Nakakura & Koetsu Okazaki Isamu Uehara The roots of Aikido areFunctional training is designed to enable athletes to efficiently utilize the muscle strength they've built through traditional strength training. Regardless of how large the muscles are, their effectiveness hinges on how well they can be utilized. This type of training enhances essential functions such as speed, power, explosiveness, and reaction time required in combat sports, fostering a sensory awareness for using these abilities efficiently while