a) proper alignments:
| i) | width = feet slightly wider than shoulders |
| ii) | depth = toe/heel |
| iii) | height = bend of knees such that shins are vertical |
b) proper rotation:
| i) | feet = directly forward or pointing slightly inward (perpendicular to Point of Reference) |
| ii) | body = directly forward (perpendicular to Point of Reference) |
c) proper weight distribution:
| i) | 50% / 50% between feet |
| ii) | weight pressed to the outer edges of feet |
d) proper positioning:
| i) | back vertical |
| ii) | both feet placed completely flat |
Form Specific
a) improper execution:
| i) | over rotation when transitioning into stance |
Note: The offset Horse is used to isolate the power principle of Back-up mass and as such any rotation with the execution of the block / strike should be eliminated.
Comments
a) Common errors:
| i) | turning into a Forward Bow or Neutral Bow |
| ii) | over rotation of the upper body toward the intended target(s) |
| iii) | not keeping the back up straight |
Example of proper offset Horse (right)
Example of proper offset Horse (right)
Example of improper foot rotation (both - not pointing directly to side) for offset Horse (right)
Example of improper foot rotation (rear - not pointing directly to side) for offset Horse (right)
Example of improper foot rotation (front - not pointing directly to side) for offset Horse (right)
Example of improper foot positioning (rear - lifted heel and rotated) for offset Horse (right)
Example of improper width alignment (toe - heel / too wide) for offset Horse (right)
Example of improper width alignment (toe - heel / too narrow) for offset Horse (right)
Example of improper depth alignment (heel - knee / too shallow) for offset Horse (right)
Example of improper depth alignment (heel - knee / too deep) for offset Horse (right)