Fundamentals for a biomechanical analysis of aikido

Description: Man?s movements cannot be only limited to simple mechanical motion; on the contrary, it is one of the most complicated phenomena in the world. The functions of movable parts in the motor activity are very complex and they reflect in a highly organized function: the brain. Aikido is the art or the symphony of movement. Its practice is so useful and sutil that it can be applied and used at work, a theatre; in dancing, sports. It is also helpful in many areas that include education, aesthetics, recreation, but also psychology (for example to get self-confidence and poise). It improves muscle tone (more muscular mass and a better use of the muscle groups with higher endurance and lower effort). Since Aikido is a World Heritage Art, it can be adapted to any culture. Its creator O?sensei Morihei Ueshiba used to say that Aikido belongs to no country or race. This article will summarily describe some basics of Aikido?s technical moves by providing details that from the biomechanical point of view are useful to study its nature and therefore improve the training process of this martial art. The motion analysis of the joints and the causes of the movements in order to achieve an efficient technique, are the basis of this paper, that is to say, we will describe the causes that favour an effective technique from a physical analysis.
Universidad de Guayaquil
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