YOKO GERI — The Most Destructive Kinetic Chain in Shotokan

YOKO GERI — The Demolition Weapon of Shotokan
In this episode, we break down Yoko Geri: how the whole body becomes an ultra-powerful kinetic chain, how a double hip-knee impulse turns the leg into a battering ram, and why perfect skeletal alignment multiplies force and penetration.

👉 This kick isn’t about speed — it’s about structured force transmission.

📚 Scientific references on kicking biomechanics:

• Biomechanical review of roundhouse kicks detailing segment coordination and performance factors: Biomechanical Analysis of Mawashi-Geri Technique in Karate (Brieflands) 
• Systematic review comparing impact forces and kinematic indicators for different kicks: Front and Roundhouse Kicks Review 
• Study highlighting the role of kinetic chain efficiency in karate techniques: Kinetic Chain Contribution to Speed and Energy 

Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
1:26 Générique
2:19 Chapter 1 — Ultra-powerful kinetic chain
3:41 Chapter 2 — Double impulse
4:58 Chapter 3— Optimal bone alignment
6:27 Conclusion + Next Episode: Age Uke

🎥 Want to explore more?
⬇️ Watch the earlier episodes of Shotokan Lab:
📍 Episode 1 — Tsuki is NOT just a punch (6800N in 2 knuckles) Shotokan Lab #1
   • Tsuki is NOT just a punch (6800N in 2 knuc...  

📍 Episode 2 — Mae Geri is faster than your brain (Shotokan Lab #2)
   • Mae Geri is faster than your brain (Shotok...  

📍 Episode 3 — One Move, One Giant Shield - Gedan Baraï
   • Gedan Baraï : One Move, One Giant Shield   

📍 Episode 4 — The Living Blade of Shotokan
   • Shuto Uchi : The Living Blade of Shotokan  

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