Now it seems possible that he was reading the other person's intention. To find their kyo , or to sense their intention to strike, we benefit if we read not only our opponent's physical movements, but also their ki . Given the broad range of translations of the word, it should be clear that the idea of ki has many other applications as well. The shouts that karate students give are called kiai , meaning a focusing of ki , and the contraction of the stomach helps to generate power while executing techniques. Exercises that claim to harness ki have been proven to improve circulation and health.
Many people believe that the ability to control ki can even help to heal injuries.
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