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BypeterasotoApril 19, 2024Kenpo Karate Forms Each form has a unique way to present the form using fingers on the palm and on both sides to...
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BypeterasotoMay 23, 2025Thrusting Salute The martial art of Kenpo Karate emphasizes practical self-defense techniques that can be executed quickly and effectively in real-life situations. Thrusting...
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BypeterasotoNovember 30, 2025Hook Kick in Karate The hook kick, or Ura Mawashi Geri in Japanese, is a powerful technique in Karate that can deliver a...
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BypeterasotoMay 24, 2025Negative Pull Up: Build Strength, Control, and Pulling Power Benefits of the Negative Pull Up The Negative Pull Up is one of the...
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