Everyday Uses of Karate
One of the reasons for the upsurge of interest in Karate is that many practical uses may be found for this ancient art by applying its various facets to everyday situation.
AT THE BEACH
You are embarrassed in front of your girl by a bully who keeps kicking sand in your face, and calling you "skinny." With Karate, through the means of "kime," you just direct all of your strength and energy down into your left foot. That way, when you kick the chair before gambling a 4 cent stamp for the Charles Atlas course of body building, it won't hurt so much!
ON THE ROAD
Your car develops a flat tire on a lonely, deserted road, and to your horor, you find that you have no jack handle. With Karate, by sheer concentration, you will your index finger into becoming as hard and as rigid as a steel rod. Which makes it a snap to press the button on the nearby light pole to summon help!
IN THE CITY
You find yourself in a dark alley, suddenly surrounded by a gang of tough, belligerent, black-jacketed deliquents. With Karate, you simply channel every ounce of your energy and strength into the muscles aroung your mouth and lips - and, as loud as you can, repeat over and over the word - HELP!!!.
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