The inside-downward, palm up block sequence is as follows:
| 1) | Step the left foot backward into a right front twist with a left, hammering, inside downward palm up block, while simultaneously retracting the right arm to a right chambered position |
| 2) | Unwind into a right neutral bow with a right, snapping vertical punch, at lower rib level, while simultaneously retracting the left arm to a left chambered position, palm up |
| 3) | Repeat the sequence on the opposite side (toward 10:30H) |
The obvious information derived from this sequence is:
•it retreats
•it utilizes the twist and neutral bow stances
•it demonstrates execution with the front weapon (defensively / offensively)
•it demonstrates in-place stance rotation
•it shows both sides of the sequence (opposites)
•the two sides of the sequence are executed without change in Point of Reference
Analyzing this sequence further exposes the following information:
•it demonstrates distance then rotation - in reverse
•it steps onto a minor angle (instead of a major angle) - retreating
•it introduces a new foot maneuver - twist through (in reverse)
Inside-Downward, Palm-up Block Specific Information
The obvious information derived from the Inside-Downward Block is:
•it is defensive
•it is executed as a parrying block
•it emphasizes the power principle of back-up mass
•it uses the hammering Method of Execution
•it is executed on a linear path of travel (diagonally)
Analyzing this maneuver further exposes the following information:
•the foot maneuver (cross-over) demonstrates distance without rotation
•the foot maneuver (cross-over) enhances the execution of the block
Vertical Punch Specific Information
The obvious information derived from the Vertical Punch is:
•it is offensive
•it is executed to mid range
•it emphasizes the power principle of torque
•it uses the snapping Method of Execution
•it uses the snapping Method of Execution to a horizontal plane
Analyzing this maneuver further exposes the following information:
•the foot maneuver (unwind) demonstrates rotation without distance
•the foot maneuver (unwind) enhances the execution of the strike
•the strike is executed on a linear line of travel (horizontally)