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| − | '''Twisting''' is | + | '''Twisting''' is a simple way of avoiding linear techniques, in a way which coaxes the opponent into over-extend themselves. Since straight [[Punches|punches]] and [[Kicks|kicks]] have a small cross-sectional areas, they only require small body displacements (~4” or ~10 cm) to avoid. Additionally the twist’s hip rotation augments the power of your [[Blocks|blocks]] (especially [[Ude uke|ude uke]]) or counterattacks (like [[Uppercut|uppercuts]] or [[Elbow break|elbow breaks]]). |
| − | From a [[Ready stance|ready stance]] facing #1, lower and turn your [[Center|center]] 90° to either side, until you are in a [[Cat stance|cat stance]] facing either #3 or #7. The motion is exactly spinning on a barstool, and your head and chest | + | From a [[Ready stance|ready stance]] facing #1, lower and turn your [[Center|center]] 90° to either side, until you are in a [[Cat stance|cat stance]] facing either #3 or #7. The motion is exactly spinning on a barstool, and your head and chest move just enough for the opponent’s technique to miss. |
[video of twists, back and forth, fast and slow, from the front and the side. ] | [video of twists, back and forth, fast and slow, from the front and the side. ] | ||
| − | Twisting is usually reserved for [[Intermediate|intermediate]] students, because timing is critical. If you twist too early, the opponent can adjust their technique mid-flight and | + | Twisting is usually reserved for [[Intermediate|intermediate]] students, because timing is critical. If you twist too early, the opponent can adjust their technique mid-flight and hit you. If you twist too late, you won’t complete the twist in time to evade. |
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Revision as of 11:37, 4 February 2021
Twisting is a simple way of avoiding linear techniques, in a way which coaxes the opponent into over-extend themselves. Since straight punches and kicks have a small cross-sectional areas, they only require small body displacements (~4” or ~10 cm) to avoid. Additionally the twist’s hip rotation augments the power of your blocks (especially ude uke) or counterattacks (like uppercuts or elbow breaks).
From a ready stance facing #1, lower and turn your center 90° to either side, until you are in a cat stance facing either #3 or #7. The motion is exactly spinning on a barstool, and your head and chest move just enough for the opponent’s technique to miss.
[video of twists, back and forth, fast and slow, from the front and the side. ]
Twisting is usually reserved for intermediate students, because timing is critical. If you twist too early, the opponent can adjust their technique mid-flight and hit you. If you twist too late, you won’t complete the twist in time to evade.
