There is only one way to master the Way of the Sword and that's to get lots of blisters, feel your forearms screaming, make your shoulders burn and build up a good sweat. This is what we call the 1000 Cuts katana workout. If you're new to this, you will find it enlightening. If you're doing it as part of the katana week series by now you're halfway there. Your opponents are beginning to tremble before your growing fame and your friends bow before you in awe.
Extra Credit: 30 seconds rest between sets.