How To Jam Power Down Your Legs In Karate Kata Heian Three

How To Jam Power Down Your Legs In Karate Kata Heian Three

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It's odd, a lot of people think that Karate is nothing but fighting. The fact is, it has the same subtle properties as other arts, and the same core concepts. Here's a for instance of that with the Power developed by a move from Karate Kata Heian Three (sometimes called Pinan Three).

The first movement of this karate pattern is a an outward block, which is an easily understood move. Then you move into a feet together standing up, leaning slightly forward at the waist with the legs straight, set of low and middle blocks. I mean, what the heck kind of a move is that supposed to be?

You can't maintain balance with your legs straight! And leaning forward ain't no good! And two double blocks?

Well, digging deeper, the student shortly realizes that there is genius here. Unfortunately, the genius is often not seen, unless one does a specific type of form application. So here is the application that will make sense out of this mess.

Pay no attention to the fact that there are two blocks, they could be used for other techniques. Instead, just block two strikes. You simply stand and block one, then the second.

Now, with the blocking hand grab the wrist of the second punch, twist from the feet, and pull as you do a horizontal backfist across the side of the head. I know this sounds weird, but think your way through it, and you will find some mighty interesting things happening. In fact, you are going to find some awesome internal power generating.

As you pull, you see, you need to sink your weight into the earth. This sinking is the same as Tai Chi Chuan concept of 'rooting,' but it is quicker and more violent. Still, it does the deed.

As you pull, the hips twist, adding to the action, and you find that you are moving massive amounts of weight simply by leaning your body into it, or against it, or whatever. Now, this is an awkward move, and against the rules of all stances...and then you realize, it shows you how to use all stances. Concentrate on that sinking power, liven up the tan tien (the energy center just below the belly button), use the weight of the whole body, and, zingo bingo, you have the classical power of the martial arts, but distinctly through the odd move at the beginning of Karate Kata Heian Three.

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