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)
