Translated directly as ‘reinforcement' - in Judo, ‘Hokyo’ involves repeating fundamental movements in order to commit them to your body's memory. Highly valued by Kanamaru - you can improve your Judo with or without a partner. ‘Newaza Hokyo’ reinforces important movements and postures used throughout ground work.
Here are four static movements that are important for successful Newaza. All are performed from your back with your head up, to engage your core.
Once competent, these exercises can be linked together into a sequence. You can then apply it to a Judo related situation. Here, Kanamaru demonstrates how to perform the sequence:
Yusuke Kanamaru gives you an overview of Tandoku Renshu, or individual practice.
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