Inside, Vertical Forearm Strike Sequence

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Inside, Vertical Forearm Strike Sequence

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The inside, vertical forearm strike sequence is as follows:

1)Rotate forward into a left forward bow with the execution of a right, thrusting straight punch, at solar plexus level, while simultaneously cocking the left arm and fist to the left shoulder area
2)Rotate backward into a left neutral bow with a left, hammering, vertical, inside forearm strike, while simultaneously retracting the right arm to a right chambered position

 

An analysis of this sequence exposes the following information:

the sequence uses one-in-one timing

the sequence highlights the concept of intent

 

Reverse Punch Specific Information

An analysis of this maneuver exposes the following information:

the strike is executed using one-in-one timing

the strike repeats the maneuver demonstrated in Long Form One on to the minor angle ('x')

 

Inside, Vertical Forearm Specific Information

An analysis of this maneuver exposes the following information:

the strike is executed using one-in-one timing

the strike has a Line of Sight to its potential target

the maneuver highlights the concept of intent

the shift back to the Neutral Bow causes the practitioner to slightly Open the Gap

the opposite arm is retracted creating posture that is not covered (checked)

the previous maneuver prepares (cocks) this maneuver

it demonstrates the opposite (horizontal) direction to the Half-knuckle Sequence (vertical)