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Оглавление - Biomechanics of Iaido: From Support to Blade
- Preface
- Introduction. What Biomechanics Is and Why It Matters in Iaido
- PART ONE: The Internal Architecture
- CHAPTER 1. Feet, Ankles, and Knees in Iaido: Support, Force Transmission, and Stability
- The Foot as an “Interface” Between the Body and the Ground
- Myofascial Chains and the Support Triangle
- Center of Gravity and Proprioception
- Work of the Ankle and Knee in Transmitting Impulse
- Key Takeaways
- CHAPTER 2. Pelvis and Hips in Iaido
- Anatomy and Biomechanics of the Pelvis and Hips. Pelvic Positions: Neutral, Anteversion, Retroversion
- Pelvis and Fascial Lines
- Awareness of the Center and the Stabilization Cylinder
- Pelvis and Hips in Steps
- Key Takeaways
- CHAPTER 3. Trunk and Spine
- Anatomy and Biomechanics of the Trunk
- Supporting the Axis in Motion
- Anatomy and Biomechanics of the Spine
- Fascial Connections of the Trunk: How Structural Integrity Is Built
- Individual Variations in the Trunk and Spine
- Key Takeaways
- CHAPTER 4. Shoulders and Scapulae
- Biomechanics of the Shoulder Girdle
- Scapulohumeral Rhythm in Basic Iaido Actions
- Work of Fascial Lines in the Shoulder Girdle
- The Role of Joints in Different Movements
- Centering of the Glenohumeral Joint (GH)
- Breathing and Stabilization of the Shoulder Girdle
- Key Takeaways
- CHAPTER 5. Forearms and Hands
- Forearm and Hand: Anatomy and Biomechanics
- Geometry of the Grip and Hand Contacts with the Handle
- The Role of Fascial Lines in Guiding the Blade
- Tenouchi: What It Is and How It Works
- Practical Application of Forearm and Hand Mechanics in Different Movements
- Key Takeaways
- CHAPTER 6. Breathing in Iaido
- Historical and Methodological Background of Breathing
- Anatomy and Mechanics of Breathing
- Coordination of Breathing in Iaido
- Key Takeaways
- PART TWO: Training the Body
- CHAPTER 7. Sequence for Establishing Biomechanical Invariants Before Beginning Kata Training
- Principles of Training Planning
- Staging: From an Isolated Movement to a Combination and Kata
- Sequence for Mastering Invariants
- Key Takeaways
- CHAPTER 8. Common Errors and How to Correct Them
- Section 1. Feet and Ankles
- Section 2. Pelvis and Hips
- Section 3. Trunk and Spine
- Section 4. Shoulder Girdle and Arms
- Section 5. Breathing
- Section 6. Transfer Errors from Kendo
- Afterword
- APPENDIX 1. Basic Actions (Invariants) in Iaido: A Brief Biomechanical Description
- APPENDIX 2. List of Anatomical Terms (Alphabetical)
- APPENDIX 3. Abbreviations and designations of selected joints and structures
- APPENDIX 4. Myers Lines and Their Role in Iaido
- APPENDIX 5. Inhalation and Exhalation Windows in Individual Movements (Micro-Timing)
- Bibliography and Further Reading
- About the Author