Shisei

In judo, Shisei refers to posture or body position, which is fundamental to both offensive and defensive techniques. There are two primary types of Shisei:

Shizen-tai (Natural Posture)

This is a relaxed, natural standing posture. It includes:

• Shizen-hontai: Basic natural standing posture.
• Migi-shizen-tai: Right natural standing posture, with the right foot slightly forward.
• Hidari-shizen-tai: Left natural standing posture, with the left foot slightly forward.

Jigo-tai (Defensive Posture)

This is a more defensive stance, with a lower center of gravity to resist attacks.

Maintaining proper Shisei is crucial for balance, stability, and effective execution of techniques in judo.

References

1. CHAPTER 2 SHISEI (Posture) - Judo Info. https://judoinfo.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/pdf/posture.pdf.
2. Principles of Judo Technique - waza - Judo Info. https://judoinfo.com/judowaza/.
3. Moto waza - Shisei - Judotechnik. http://www.judotechnik.eu/Motowaza/shisei/en_shisei.php.