1)

An idiom describing the execution of a maneuver prior to the intended move.

2)

To add or alter a maneuver during the execution of a form for the purpose of creating proper positioning or alignment

Inflected Forms(s):

Cheating (noun, adjective, verb), Cheats (plural), Cheated (past tense)

Comments:

1)

Cheating is a common bad habit among the novice or inattentive practitioner while executing foot maneuvers.

Cheating breaks the principle of Economy of Motion and creates a Telegraphing maneuver.

2)

A cheat is commonly created during the execution of a form at a tournament, in order to correct a mistake or compensate for incorrect body angles.

Example(s):

1)

Turning the front foot at the beginning of the execution of a Step-through going forward demonstrates a cheat step.

2)

Changing or adding a foot maneuver to reposition the ending position of a form would demonstrate the creation of a cheat.

Related Definition(s):

1)

Break the Heel, Economy of Motion

2)

Add, Align, Alter, Form, Position

Related Term(s):

1)

Break the Heel, Economy of Motion

2)

Formulation Equation

Related Basic(s):

1)

Foot Maneuver