When the instep evolves in the desired direction,
it is never only the instep that changes.

Applying excessive load in training to achieve a beautiful arch of the foot cannot be considered effective.

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Forcing the foot by having another person push it, or inserting the toes into a sofa gap to apply pressure,
not only fails to bring about ideal results but also increases the risk of injury.

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“Ko-Dashi Stick NEO” allows you to progress step by step toward the ideal arch—
safely, naturally, and without strain—while clearly visualizing the optimal shape of the foot.

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The ideal instep is not created by stretching only the toes.
It is formed when the ankle, knee, and hip joints work together,
establishing the proper line of balance.

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It is said that bodily transformation occurs in the sequence:
awareness → nervous system → muscular system → skeletal system.

The development of the instep is also realized within the harmony of the whole body.

“Ko-Dashi Stick NEO” was designed with this total-body interconnection in mind.

During use, it not only gives the sensation of extending the instep, but also stimulates the often-neglected knee and hip joints along the subtle “center line,”
naturally activating them.

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This effect is supported by the belt structure,
which intentionally avoids excessive elasticity.
It is designed to act firmly on the skeletal framework,
minimizing unnecessary “slack” and making the body’s interconnected movement easier to sense directly.

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To “bring out the instep” does not simply mean expanding the range of motion of the joints.
An enlarged range of motion without control leads to instability,
and can even cause injury.

What truly matters is developing the ability to control and maintain that range.

Ko-Dashi Stick NEO is designed to naturally draw attention not only to the movement of extending the instep,
but also to the muscles involved in contracting it,
thus cultivating balanced joint function.

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Moreover, applying strong pressure all at once triggers fear and defensive reactions,
causing muscles to apply excessive brakes and increasing the risk of injury.

To mitigate this, the product’s carefully calculated stick shape and belt balance
allow for a gradual approach tailored to each user’s level.

Above all, the Instep Stick NEO serves as a clear and reproducible guide to the ideal instep shape.

Through daily training, it helps dancers discover their body’s true potential, becoming a reliable training partner in the pursuit of beautifully refined feet.