Fitness can be divided into two parts. First is muscular fitness. The body becomes strong through the rigor of karate training to withstand harsh physical punishment without becoming weary. The second part is energy fitness. Energy fitness is the ability of the body to supply the muscles with the right fuel at the right time to perform efficiently at a high level.
Karate training meets almost all the principles required by sports physiologists.
Training Principles Karate training meets all the principles required by sports physiologists. First the training systems in karate are specifically designed to prepare the body for harsh punishment. Well defined karate programs systematically and progressively prepare the body for the high performance necessary to defend oneself. Karate training requires a long term commitment to excel. The variety of training methods prevents boredom and moderation develops a strong mental attitude.