An idiom describing action that is changed in some way to correct for any re-assessments or errors in judgment on the part of a practitioner.

Inflected Form(s):

Compensates (present tense, future tense), Compensated (past tense), Compensation (noun), Compensations (plural)

Comments:

Compensation is commonplace in combat, sparring, self-defense technique execution, or any activity that is extemporaneous in nature.

The practitioner is encouraged to become comfortable and accepting of compensation and change.

Some of the common causes for compensation are:

Environmental constraints or changes

From the practitioner:

a.Read errors

b.Tactical errors

c.Visual Interpretation errors

d.Distraction

From the opponent:

a.Unanticipated Variables

b.Deceptive Action

c.Broken Rhythm or Delayed Movement

Compensate differs from deviate in that compensate is more specific and is essentially deviation to make-up for problems or errors.

Example(s):

Shortening or expanding (adjusting) the planned execution range of a punch to offset for the movement of an opponent, demonstrates compensation.

Synonym(s):

Corrective Adjustment

Related Definition(s):

Accelerate, Add, Adjust, Alter, Amplify, Anticipate, Available, Base, Considerations, Delete, Environment, Feint, Formulate, Gauge, Graft, Insert, Jam, Offset, Prefix, Read, Rearrange, Regulate, Shift, Stutter, Suffix, Timing, Trap

Related Term(s):

Balance Compensation, Broken Rhythm, Change-up Point, Deceptive Action, Delayed Movement, Flow of Action, Formulation Equation, Formulation Phase, Geometric Angle, Intuitive Awareness, Margin for Error, Momentary Conditioning, Normal Flow, Orbital Adjustment, Orbital Change, Orbital Switch, Peripheral Assessment, Peripheral Awareness, Peripheral Interpretation, Planned Reaction, Position Recognition, Protective Measure, Reactionary Anticipation, Reactionary Position, Reactionary Posture, Reactionary Set-up, Retaliatory Choice, Sequential Flow, Set-up, Strategic Ploy, Technique Sequence, Unanticipated Variable, Variable Expansion, Versatility of Action, Visual Interpretation, What if Phase