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Judoka

What is Judoka?

A Judoka is a person who practices judo, a modern martial art and combat sport that originated in Japan. Judo, which means "gentle way," focuses on throws, joint locks, and pins, rather than strikes. Judokas train to use their opponent's force against them, emphasizing technique, leverage, and balance. The sport is both a physical and mental discipline, promoting values such as respect, humility, and perseverance.

Related Article: Judo: The Gentle Way of Overcoming Opponents

Once a kata has been learned, it must be practised repeatedly until it can be applied in an emergency, for knowledge of just the sequence of a kata in karate is useless.
Gichin Funakoshi

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Dojo
A Dojo is a term used in Japanese martial arts to refer to a formal training hall or place where practitioners gather to train, study, and practice their martial art.
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Rikishi
In sumo wrestling, a "rikishi" is a professional sumo wrestler.
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Goju-Ryu
Goju-Ryu is a style of Karate that originated in Okinawa, Japan.
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Resistance Bands
Resistance bands are flexible, elastic bands used for strength training and physical therapy.
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Dohyo
A "dohyo" is the ring or platform where sumo wrestling matches take place.
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Qwan Ki Do is a Vietnamese martial art that combines various techniques and philosophies from traditional Vietnamese and Chinese martial arts.
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Economy of Motion
Economy of motion is a fundamental principle in martial arts, particularly emphasized in styles like Wing Chun.
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Aikido
Aikido is a modern Japanese martial art that focuses on harmonizing with an opponent's energy to neutralize the threat without causing serious harm.
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Nage-Waza
Nage-Waza is a term in Judo that refers to throwing techniques.
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