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Karate was developed by the masters, through the centuries, by the application of techniques against definite attacks. These attacks were quite frequent and a part of their way of life. Those who survived these attacks did so by the proper application of the techniques they developed. These techniques were retained, for in actual proven use they were definitely effective. Other techniques were discarded, for injuries and sometimes death followed their application. These masters learned the hard, precise way the techniques of karate in order to survive.

The masters perfected karate. What fool is there today who can step forward and perfect perfection?

Dynamic Tension

The power derived in the offensive and defensive movements in karate is accomplished by the dynamic tension (squeezing together as tightly as possible) of the muscles of the entire body at the moment of impact. This must be accomplished in the fastest possible time (split second during an attack). The movements of the body are controlled by the breathing. Any fast movement done by the body can only be performed by a quick exhalation of air from the lungs. In karate this exhalation is brought out very quickly by a loud scream or yell. This serves three purposes: