Spin (Foot Maneuver)

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Spin (Foot Maneuver)

 

A distinctive rotating foot maneuver which is physically distinguished by accomplishing its execution through a horizontally oriented rotation.

 

Comments:

 

The amount of a rotation for this foot maneuver is typically 360 degrees, but is not limited to this. The rotation can be much less or much more, depending upon circumstances.

 

This maneuver can rotate either clockwise or counter-clockwise; but the rotation is always predominantly horizontal, while the practitioner remains predominantly vertically oriented.

 

Related Definition(s):

Circle, Move, Pivot, Timing

 

Related Term(s):

 

Axis of Rotation, Body Alignment, Body Harmony, Body Mechanics, Body Momentum, Body Rotation, Committed Action, Directional Harmony, Over Rotate, Path of Travel, Pivot Point, Pivoting Axis, Residual Torque, Rotating Force, Rotational Velocity, Torque, Width Zone

 

Related Basic(s):

 

Roll, Spin, Stance