Volume 4: Chair Exercise Method – The Phantom Superhuman Training Method

This volume introduces a series of chair exercises designed to deepen breathing and strengthen the body’s core, focusing on the tanden and spirit. These exercises aim to transform everyday movements into effective strengthening techniques, enhancing overall physical fitness and vitality.

Contents:

1. Adjustment exercises for forearms, breathing, and central strength

   • Techniques to enhance forearm strength and central stability through specific breathing methods.

2. Adjustment exercises for upper arms, breathing, and central strength

   • Exercises targeting the upper arms to improve strength and coordination, accompanied by focused breathing techniques.

3. Adjustment exercises for shoulders, breathing, and central strength

   • Shoulder-focused exercises designed to strengthen muscles and improve posture, integrating central breathing techniques.

4. Adjustment exercises for chest, breathing, and central strength

   • Techniques aimed at strengthening the chest muscles while emphasizing deep breathing and central stability.

5. Adjustment exercises for lower back and abdomen, breathing, and central strength

   • Exercises focusing on the lower back and abdominal muscles, incorporating breathing exercises to enhance core strength.

6. Adjustment exercises for upper legs, breathing, and central strength

   • Leg exercises targeting the upper legs for strength and endurance, supported by techniques to enhance central breathing.

7. Adjustment exercises for lower legs, breathing, and central strength

   • Exercises to strengthen the lower leg muscles, combined with breathing practices to promote overall central strength.

Harumichi HIDA

• Born in Yamanashi Prefecture in 1883 (Meiji 16), Harumichi Hida overcame childhood frailty and developed the Kawai (Hida) style of strengthening and health techniques. His integration of Western physical training with Japanese martial arts and tanden development methods has left a lasting impact across diverse fields.

Ryoun Sasaki

• Born in Tokyo in 1947 (Showa 22), Ryoun Sasaki’s lifelong dedication to martial arts, Zen meditation, and yoga led him to discover and propagate the Hida-style strengthening techniques. As the director of the Tanden Research Institute, he continues to educate and guide individuals nationwide on health and vitality through these methods.

Language: Japanese

Run Time:58 min.

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