Real Karate Talk: Ego vs. Mastery — Why You Should Train Slow

Many Karateka avoid slow practice because it exposes their flaws.
But hiding behind speed only limits true growth.
In this episode, I share why slowing down is essential for building real technique — not just to correct form, but to cultivate awareness, humility, and mastery.
You’ll see how slow motion practice helps you feel where your technique breaks, strengthen your foundation, and develop genuine speed and power.
This talk is inspired by my experience training in Yahara Sensei’s Dōjō in Japan, where every class combined slow, mindful repetitions with full-speed testing — teaching that both are equally essential.
Karate is not about impressing others or seeking validation.
It’s about becoming your own master.

This video is an excerpt from the July 30, 2025 Karate live session that I taught inside our Yūshin Geiko community.

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https://yushingeiko.substack.com/p/80...

The class was mainly focused on how to transition smoothly and effectively from Basic Kihon to Kumite.

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OSS! 🙏
Nicolas

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