A Consideration of Changes in Brain Blood Volume for Sport Fukiya Execution

Abstract

This paper describes changes of Near Infra-Red Spectroscopy (NIRS) signals, that is, changes in brain blood volume, for sport Fukiya execution. The fundamental to health benefits is the Sport Wellness Fukiya Breathing Method based on abdominal breathing. It is said to be useful for mental concentration, blood circulation promotion, cell activation, and positive effects on internal organs, and leads to acquire mental power and concentration. The changes of NIRS signals during basic motion of sport Fukiya are clarified.