Learning Self-defense Kalaripayattu

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If you want a little extreme sport, kalaripayattu may be your hobby choice. As reported by The India Times, this martial art is recognized as the mother of all martial arts in India such as kathakali, velakali, teyyam, and so forth. Kalaripayattu consists of movement, the art of using swords, with a little dance movement

Kalaripayattu originated in Kerala, India 3,000 years ago. Taught by generation, Kalaripayattu became one of the martial arts with high levels of discipline and hard work in his practice. Kalaripayattu consists of exercises using weapons, training with swords, shields, bamboo, sticks, and knives. But the use of swords and other sharp objects is usually only used if you are professional.

The essence of kalaripayattu is to stretch the body with a movement that combines mind and spirit. It can harmonize various body systems and launch fluid circulation, so it can clean the inside of the body. For the next stage, kalaripayattu is designed to release the stress or emotion that is in your mind.

The initial exercise is a body movement that is like a dance movement, like a twisting shoulder movement, then a high jump and push ups. Even in the early days of practice, kalaripayattu must have made you out of breath. For the next stage, there are leg exercises that consist of various kicks, such as kick swing and high kicks. This exercise is good for moving and reinforcing the long-standing joints that are not moved. You have to kick hard and strong. Kalaripayattu focuses on strengthening the core muscle and stamina, and improves flexibility in the legs and back. That is why kalaripayattu is better known as a defensive martial art than an assault.

There are many other exercises in kalaripayattu that emphasize flexibility, such as bending the body backward, making a circle, then returning to the original position quickly. If you are interested in making this sport a new hobby, make sure you find an expert trainer. You can also enter the Kalaripayattu community in your city. Do not do it alone if you are not an expert, and do not be too push yourself. You can practice little by little and stay safe.