1850 vs Today: The Evolution of Karate from Self-Defence to Sport

1850 vs Today: The Evolution of Karate from Self-Defence to Sport

World Famous Martial Arts
28 Video Views·Jan 13, 2026

Discover the biomechanics of Karate stances and why Shotokan deep stances replaced Okinawan natural posture. We analyze the evolution of Zenkutsu-dachi from self-defense to modern sport performance.