An idiom referring to the disruption of a series of maneuvers and/or methods from their intended execution.

Comments:

Interrupted Flow is generic in nature and does not imply intent or purpose. It only refers to the disruption of an intended series of maneuvers and/or methods. Because of this it can equally refer to you, your opponent(s), or something that is done to you to your opponent(s), or something your opponent(s) do to you.

Interrupted Flow can equally be used in a defensive or offensive manner.

Interrupted Flow can equally be used in reference to self or in reference to the opponent(s).

Because of its generic nature, Interrupted Flow can also be created by any Environmental Condition.

Interrupted Flow differs from Broken Rhythm in that Interrupted Flow can refer to the full cessation of a series, rather than just altering the timing of. But often the terms are used interchangeably.

Example(s):

A Self-defense Technique stopped in mid-execution would demonstrate Interrupted Flow.

Synonym(s):

Broken Rhythm, Stutter

Opposite(s):

Continuity of Motion, Normal Flow, Rhythmic Pattern

Related Definition(s):

Break, Compensate, Timing

Related Term(s):

Anticipated Variable, Base Move, Compressing Distance, Controlled Response, Dead Motion, Deceptive Action, Depth Deception, Diversified Flow of Action, False Distance, Graduated Depth, Height Deception, Momentary Conditioning, Muscle Memory, Planned Reaction, Psychological Weapon, Quarter Beat Timing, Reactionary Anticipation, Reactionary Set-up, Relaxation Response Mechanism, Stages of Range, Strategic Ploy, Unanticipated Variable, Width Deception