Beginner's Kendo Routine

This routine is recommended to those who have just started kendo. Use routine at least three times a week. It is also good for those who have been doing kendo for a while, fell out of it, and wish to get back into it.

Note to the beginner:Being strong in kendo often goes hand in hand with being physically strong. Whether we like it or not, kendo is both a physical, mental, and spiritual activity. To progress in kendo, one must be strong in every aspect; physically, mentally, and emotionally. That means one must train themselves in every aspect. The fundamental starting point, however, is physical training.

Estimated time: 20-30 minutes

Warm-up and stretch

Exercise	Repetitions
Push-Ups	10
Joge-Suburi	20
Squat Jumps	10
Matawari	30
Crunches or situps	50
Men-uchi-zenshinkotai	50
Push-ups	10
Men-uchi-zenshinkotai	100
Crunches or situps	50
Men-uchi-ikkyodo	100
Squat Jumps	15
Men-uchi-zenshinkotai	100
Six-inches	1 minute
Men-uchi-ikkyodo	100
Warm Down

For information on the exercises listed in Japanese, visit the Basic's page
If you are doing these exercises strictly to get back into shape for kendo, it is recommended that you do this routine for two weeks and then move onto the intermediate routine.

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