"How To Use Your Makiwara!"
From: Jason Stanley
1st September, 2003
In part one I showed you how you can build your very own makiwara. Since the time of building my makiwara I have much to tell you.
I have always been a big advocate for impact training for helping students learn how to hit effectively. Over the years I have used many different tools on a regular basis to develop my punches and kicks, but never seriously used a makiwara until a few months ago. Some of these other tools include impact pads, punch/kick bags, focus mitts, ceiling to floor ball, speed ball and more. However after punching my makiwara for a good six months on a daily basis, I can give you some first hand advice of how to hit your makiwara correctly.
Most days I would punch at least 40 - 50 times with both sides of the body. Other days this number would exceed 100 depending on the circumstances, such as how good I felt, what conditions my hands were in, injuries, etc.
In the months since I've had my makiwara...