Basic Ninjutsu Movement Routine — 5 Minutes a Day
Your body already knows the pattern that powers every punch, kick and throw - walking. Spend five focused minutes a day and turn ordinary walking into the best Ninjutsu footwork.
Why Start With Tai Sabaki?
- Universal foundation — every Ninjutsu technique begins with efficient footwork.
- Zero equipment — train anywhere, barefoot or in shoes.
- Longevity‑friendly — low joint stress, high carry‑over to daily life.
The 5‑Minute Daily Routine
- Turn-twist side to side. From × 60 sec — stand comfortably, rotate the waist, shoulders and neck try to look behind.
- Diagonal shuffle × 60 sec — step 45° forward, return; alternate sides.
- Triangle steps × 60 sec — forward‑left, back, forward‑right, back.
- Low-crouch walk × 60 sec — stay hip‑height, keep heels down.
- Shadow tai‑sabaki × 60 sec — blend patterns smoothly, slow to fast.
✓ Get medical clearance if you have injuries. Warm up joints before first rep.
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Your Built-In Martial Engine
The same cross‑body gait that keeps you balanced while walking becomes the torque behind throws and strikes, empty-handed or with weapons. By refining it consciously, you compress months of trial‑and‑error into weeks.
Next Steps
- Log 21 consecutive days of this routine using Using Self‑Discipline 101.
- Browse Tai sabaki to hone in on top of your footwork.