Okinawa is the birthplace of Karate; it is also where Junbi-4-Life has its roots. Developed by a personal trainer who is a lifelong fitness and martial arts enthusiast, Junbi-4-Life is unique in that it combines many aspects of Okinawan Karate into a fitness program for everyone. The idea of ‘junbi undo’ is from Goju-ryu, many of the movements are from Shorin-ryu, and the addition of dynamic tension is from Uechi-ryu. These ryus, or schools, are major styles of Okinawan Karate. At its most basic level, Junbi-4-Life provides a no-impact, full body warm-up. At its advanced levels, Junbi-4-Life can provide intense cardio, and muscle strengthening workouts. While many of the movements have martial arts applications, Junbi-4-Life is not taught as a combative practice. Instead, Junbi-4-Life focuses on the many health and fitness benefits associated with practicing martial arts.