Intentional Transitions
I always forget how nice it is to just hit the bag sometimes. Oftentimes I’m just going over forms and techniques. It’s good to hit the bag and put those techniques into action. Feel how the body changes to the new intent. See how well the transfer of power is. Having the physical target changes so much of what I do. When I’m throwing techniques in the air I’m always holding back a little for the sake of my joints. My intent is different. My delivery of power is different. It’s important to note these changes and how they manifest from form to application. Transitions have been the other big thing on my mind. Mainly thinking about how I transition my weight/center in a technique, in my forms, and in Tai Chi. Tai Chi I realize the subtlety of how I place my foot and the way it changes how I’m connected and transferring my energy. When I start to spe...
