Karate Basics

As mentioned in the Introduction, this book is recommended for all novice practitioners of karate. That being so, we shall start the learning process by presenting some basic information about karate.

Karate is a Japanese method of unarmed combat using blows with the hand, foot, head, or elbow. Thus, if one wants to be good at it, he must first learn the corrects terms used to refer to the body parts which are frequently used in the sport. At same time, he must learn how to properly use the said body parts for maximum effect. Afterwards, the acquisition of the basic techniques must be given emphasis.