Loosen Up in Aikido: How “Chikara wo Nuide” Unlocks Real Power
Many Aikido students misunderstand what Japanese teachers mean when they say “chikara wo nuide.” It doesn’t mean to “relax,” but rather to remove unnecessary strength so that movement becomes alive, connected, and powerful.
In this post, Lia Suzuki Shihan explains how to train looseness through breathing, connection, and awareness — even if you can’t take ukemi for hours like in Japan.
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