[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-heretic-trainer-the-gym-is-my-cultivation-method":3,"chapter-heretic-trainer-the-gym-is-my-cultivation-method-heretic-trainer-the-gym-is-my-cultivation-method-chapter-19":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Heretic Trainer: The Gym Is My Cultivation Method",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1633159,2099,"Chapter 19: Martial Arts 101","heretic-trainer-the-gym-is-my-cultivation-method-chapter-19",19,"\u003Cp>The man frowned as Garion casually blocked his fist with just one hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"H-how can you stop my Bear Fist with just one hand?!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion tilted his head, smiling.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It was quite easy, you know. You threw a punch with only the power of your arm. All bark and no bite.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He turned his head slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Dahlua, listen carefully. I’ve seen a lot of martial art techniques in this world, but they all share one weakness.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia was surprised to hear that and couldn’t help but ask.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Weakness, Master? How can it be? All the techniques I see could even destroy huge stones? Just what is the weakness master is talking about?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion nodded and smiled, hearing Dahlia’s question.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes. They all depend too much on mana without any real form. If the mana runs out, the strikes will be useless.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The big man growled, struggling to release his hand from Garion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Shut up! I don’t care about form or anything! Just let my hand go, you bastard!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion grinned, turning back to the big man.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright then, I released you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion also called Dahlia, without turning back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And Dahlia... watch closely. I’ll show you how to land a real, powerful punch.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He released the man’s hand, shifted his stance, and planted his feet shoulder-width apart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His hips twisted, his shoulders rolled, and then... WHAM!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion drove his fist straight into the man’s stomach.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was a strike without any mana in it. Just raw power and a perfect form.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The big man’s eyes went wide.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His body folded as he stumbled backwards, coughing and finally vomiting on the ground.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion dusted his knuckles and smirked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That’s how a punch should be. Use the whole body power, not just the arm.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia nodded quickly. She had seen how his master moved his whole body to deliver that one punch.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I see it, Master.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The rest of the bandists started at the downed big man, frowning.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The youngest one took out his sword, snarling.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You think you’re smart, huh? Fine! Watch this! Tiger Claw Strike!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He dashed forward, slashing down his sword in a sharp arc.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion didn’t even flinch and called out calmly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Dahlia, do you see it? Look at the line of his strike. It’s quite obvious, isn’t it? It’s just a flashy swing with no form.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia squinted, following the sword.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes... I think I see it now!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion sidestepped smoothly, teh sword whistling past his arm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After that, he quickly caught the young man’s wrist before the strike could continue.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Good. And now, let me give you another lesson.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a swift motion, Gairon yanked the boy off balance, twisted his arm, and locked it against his chest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He then dropped to the ground, dragging the boy down to the floor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This is called an Armbar.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion then tightened the hold until the bandit screamed while explaining the move.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It was very effective against a swordman or people who relied heavily on their arms. Once you control their arms, they become useless.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The young bandit kicked and thrashed around, shouting in pain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let go! I said, Let go of me, you bastard!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion leaned back slightly, increasing the pressure, making the bandit’s joints crackle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"See, Dahlia? With this technique, even someone smaller and weaker can control and defeat a stronger opponent.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia quickly smirked, hearing that.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I understand, Master. It’s also quite easy... for me to use.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion laughed before releasing the young bandit back to the group.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The young man only rolled on the ground, clutching his arm and wailing in pain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion stood up, brushing some dust from his clothes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Remember this, Dahlia. Flashy moves might scare people. But in a real fight? Only true form, balance, and technique can win a fight.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia nodded, keeping his teaching on her head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes, Master. I understand it now. Strength without form is wasted.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion nodded and smirked as he turned to the rest of the bandits.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Now, Dahlia. Let me show you some simple moves that even a girl like you can do easily.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia blinked. \"Moves that even I can do?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion nodded, gesturing for her to stand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes. Come here and watch me carefully.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He turned back to the group and pointed at them lazily.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You... don’t just stand there looking like a dumb monkey. Come at me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One of the smaller bandits growled, stomping forward with his knife raised.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You bastard! You think we’re toys?! I’ll show you how real this is!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The bandit lunged, and Garion simply caught the man’s wrist and twisted it outward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion then used his free hand to throw a clean palm strike into the bandit’s nose.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The man howled and stumbled back, blood pouring down his face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"See that, Dahlia? That’s a palm strike. Easier for you than a fist and less chance of breaking your knuckles.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion then pointed at his own nose, chin, and chest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And remember. Aim for these parts I show you. Nose, chin, and chest. Not only were they the easiest, but they also dealt more damage to them.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He then motioned her to copy him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia hesitated a bit, but still, she mimicked his stance, pushing her palm into the air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion nodded proudly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Good. Now add your hips, and don’t just slap forward. Push your body into it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia tried again, twisting her hips with the movement. Her strikes quickly cracked the air louder this time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion smiled, seeing that Dahlia did it even better than he thought.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Good. Now, that’s a strike that can knock teeth out.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The other bandits were fuming.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Stop treating this like a lesson!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion ignored them and pointed to his legs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Next is a simple kick. Dahlia... for you, the front kick is the best. Aim for the stomach, the groin, or the knee.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It doesn’t matter how big your opponent is... if he can’t stand, then he can’t fight. It’s simple, right?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Another bandit charged forward, swinging his club at Garion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion only smiled and sidestepped smoothly, planted his foot, and kicked the man right at the knees.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The man quickly screamed in pain as he collapsed to the ground, holding his leg.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Garion dusted his hands, turning back to Dahlia.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And that’s a basic front kick. No mana or even fancy technique. It’s just a front kick, and even a girl like you can do it if you have good form.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dahlia nodded as she already understood what Garion meant.\u003C\u002Fp>",1078,"2026-06-06T11:12:18.261Z",1,"novelbin.me","1f6f5036c09d70e18ecec7dbd2b74a6af2a9a2cff56b3e8797b12f57163ddde4","heretic-trainer-the-gym-is-my-cultivation-method-chapter-263","heretic-trainer-the-gym-is-my-cultivation-method-chapter-262",613,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fheretic-trainer-the-gym-is-my-cultivation-method-cover.jpg"]