The Side Shuffle | Newaza Hokyo | Yusuke Kanamaru
Newaza Training
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2m 14s
This side shuffle is another fairly simple, but a fundamental movement for Ne Waza. You start on your back, leaning your legs and hips to one side, with your arms and shoulders turned the other way. The aim of the movement is to switch your hips and shoulders, finishing in the opposite position. You should keep your legs and head off the tatami at all times throughout the exercise. This will help build core strength and the correct coordination for this movement.
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