Ibuki / Dynamic Breathing
息吹
Forced, audible diaphragmatic exhalation method combined with full-body isometric contraction.
Quick Facts
CategoryConcept / Principle
Pronunciation/[ee-boo-kee]/
Alternative NamesForced diaphragmatic breathing, Hard martial breathing
Definition
Ibuki is the hard dynamic breathing method in Goju-ryu and Kyokushin Karate. Exhaling loudly through a constricted throat while contracting the abdominals (Hara) compresses internal organs and conditions the torso against blunt strikes.
Related Terms
Kiai気合
Martial shout used to focus energy, tighten core muscles, and project intent.
Hara / Tanden腹 / 丹田Lower abdomen representing the physical and energetic center of balance.
Kime決めInstantaneous tightening of the body focusing maximum force into a single point of impact.
Sanchin Kata三戦形Foundational isometric tension and breathing Kata in Goju-ryu and Uechi-ryu Karate.