1)

Controlling the delivery of a strike such that the intended effect on the target is either minimized or negated. This is accomplished by shortening the delivery range of the strike. The final remaining distance between the intended target and the weapon can vary from a fraction of an inch to the surface of the target.

2)

See Pull in basics.

Inflected Forms(s):

Pulling (adjective), Pulls (plural), Pulled (past tense)

Comments:

1)

Pulling is typically done to reduce or eliminate damage to the target.

Pulling is most often employed during sparring, self-defense practice, and other forms of training; but on occasion in combat.

2)

See Pull in basics.

Opposite(s):

Push

Related Definition(s):

Intent, Range, Strike, Weapon

Related Term(s):

Back-up Mass, Body Mechanics, Method of Disturbance, Method of Execution

Related Basic(s):

Jerk, Push, Yank