Introduction to Kuk Sool Won™

Mohm Puhl Ki

Body Conditioning Exercises

Mohm Puhl Ki is a specific set of body conditioning exercises that we do in Kuk Sool.  These exercises are designed to move each of the 164 joints in the body to their full range of motion.  Mohm Puhl Ki represents a basic set of exercises with a specific goal.

It is important to understand that the goal of these exercises is not just stretching the muscles to improve flexibility.  Rather, it to condition the muscles, tendons, ligaments and joints so that they adapt to doing the kinds of movements specific to martial arts.  For example, in doing kicks, certain muscles have to be relaxed in order to achieve full extension of the kick.  Mohm Puhl Ki helps the muscles achieve the appropriate state of tension or relatation for martial arts practice.  If you have other goals, such as increasing strength or flexibility, you may wish to supplement Mohm Phul Ki with additional exercises.

Practice of Mohm Puhl Ki need not be limited to the dojahng (martial art school). Mohm Puhl Ki can also be practiced at home or office.  For example, you can do the neck stretching exercises at the office or the leg stretching exercises while watching television at home.