Questions tagged [kiai]
A Japanese term used in martial arts for the short shout uttered when performing an attacking move. Known as kihap in Taekwondo.
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Why is exhalation so strongly associated with striking in martial arts?
Is exhalation strongly associated with striking, or is this just a perception?
If it is the default for striking, what physiological principles make it optimal during strikes?
If this is a general ...
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If yelling is so good, why MMA fighters don't yell often
In our class, the benefits of yelling/shouting, i.e. Kihap, in sparring are sometimes pointed out. If yelling is so beneficial, why MMA fighters don't yell often? Or do they?
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When is the best time to kihap while executing a strike?
When I took Kuk Sool Won trial classes, we learned how to "correctly kihap" when kicking/striking. According to the instructor the best time is the instant before your hand/foot hits the ...
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Kiai, the Hara and Dantian (etymology and philosophy)
I'm trying to figure out what, precisely, Kiai means.
I've done some reading, and am aware that the Kiai is supposed to come from the Hara, or Dantian - the stomach area.
Literally Kiai, means 'join ...
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Why do we say “kiyay” in karate? [duplicate]
In all of the karate styles I have seen that fighters scream loudly by yelling "kiyay" during kumite when they think that they got a point. I am also a karate student and when I joined my karate ...
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Why do martial artists “shout” in the execution of a technique?
When I see people doing forms, competing, or breaking blocks of concrete or wood with their hands, they are always vocally expressive in what they are about to do. What names does this "shouting" have ...
