An idiom referring the the elimination of wasted motion.

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Economy of Motion is one of the major foundational principles of American Kenpo.

Most American Kenpo theory, concepts, and ideas can be traced back, in some way, to the principle of Economy of Motion.

Economy of Motion is directly associated with the saying: "don't make a cock a separate motion". In this same context, Economy of Motion is directly associated with the term Point of Origin.

Economy of Motion can be directly associated with and used in conjunction with timing and coordination.

Economy, in specific contexts, can be used interchangeably with efficient - and often implies effectiveness.

Economy of Motion is a term that is thrown around by its practitioners frequently, but often is not fully understood or examined. In this context, it is very similar to the term Category Completion.

Opposite(s):

Wasted Motion

Related Definition(s):

Cock, Move

Related Term(s):

Combat Effectiveness, Comparisons of Motion, Complete Harmony, Continuity of Motion, Directional Harmony, Harmonious Movement, Harmonized Power, Mental Harmony, Practical Kenpo