Half Step Slide in Side Snap Kick

Pretty much the same as yesterday except that I start much closer.

Therefore my shuffle is only half as far.

The idea is that I want to be able to kick with this kick whether I am at full kicking distance or closer…
https://youtu.be/AmL5EXKk5M0
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Slide in Side Snap Kick

A simple easy review today.

I start in a Leading Horse Stance.

A step forward and raise my hip up while cocking the leg (as shown).

I snap the side edge of my heel into the target.

A withdraw and repeat as necessary.
https://youtu.be/v69m66mm5Z0
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Alternate Arm Drill using The Downward Sweeping Foot Block

This is a swinging motion.

When I execute it, the motion feels slow (compared to other blocks).

As with the other blocks I have shown this week; I keep my torso still and my core frim.

I also keep my shoulders still.

As I said at the beginning of this post; The motion of this block is basically that of a ‘Swinging Backfist’ done to the side of the incoming limb (with my forearm).
https://youtu.be/p0mpj714WRU
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Alternate Arm Drill using a Crossdownward Arm Block

Today I am guarding my torso with a Crossdownward Arm Block.

I keep my torso still as I snap the block out.

The speed of the arm and the twist of the wrist combine with a stable stance to power this move.
https://youtu.be/KT7N1jnBR_M
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The Alternate Arm Outside Forearm Blocking Drill

Just easier to show than to explain.

The important point are to keep my torso still and core firm.

I do not put my shoulder into it, instead I keep still.

I snap the arm across my body and torque the wrist as I make contact.
https://youtu.be/uPNqFoj0SZE
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The Alternate Arm Inside Hooking Block Drill

Just like it sounds.

This blocking drill works the ‘Inside Hooking Block’ with both arms alternately.

I cover my upper torso with this.

Again, my core is firm, my torso is still.

My knees are bent and my weight is on the balls of my feet.

The snapping turn of the wrist as I make contact adds power to this movement.

This is a light quick feeling strike.
https://youtu.be/z8PBx4_qtnU
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An Alternate Arm Rising Block Drill

The block itself is light quick and efficient against a thrust to the head.


The snap of the wrist at the end of the block adds power to an already powerful move.


My torso is still, my core is firm and my knees slightly bent with my weight on the balls of my feet.
https://youtu.be/kKf62r0zFCk

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