Mastering Tenchinage: The Key to Relaxed Shoulders and Powerful Technique

In Aikido, shoulder tension can be a common barrier to effective technique, especially in tenchinage. In this post, we’ll explore insights from my New Year’s Aikido seminar in Los Angeles. Discover how to use weight shifting and relaxation to improve your tenchinage and kokyunage, helping you create a more efficient, fluid practice. Whether you're working on basic forms or advanced techniques, these strategies will elevate your training.

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