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Aikido for Beginners: What I Wish I Knew in My First Year
In this episode, I share what I wish someone had explained to me during my very first year of Aikido. Many students are surprised when their fast early progress suddenly slows down, and they begin to wonder whether...
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How to Stay Calm During Fast Attacks in Aikido
Fast attacks in Aikido can feel overwhelming — but speed itself usually isn’t the real issue.
In this episode, I explore why our internal reaction to speed matters more than how fast an attack actually is. When...
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Adaptable, Not Fixed: Real Stability in Aikido
What makes an Aikido stance truly stable?
In this episode, I clarify a common misunderstanding that affects many practitioners: stability does not come from fixing your feet, lowering your stance, or holding your body...
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Aikido Still Feels Stiff? Why Flow Breaks Down — and How to Fix It
If your Aikido feels stiff or choppy, it’s probably not because you don’t know enough techniques.
In this episode, Lia Suzuki explores why smooth movement breaks down — and how to restore flow without adding force,...
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Aikido Basics: 3 Mistakes That Quietly Slow Your Progress
Aikido Basics: 3 Mistakes That Quietly Slow Your Progress
Many students believe they’re training Aikido basics—but unknowingly reinforce habits that slow their progress over time.
In this episode, Lia Suzuki breaks...
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