How to Respond to Opponent’s Block & Counter (The Example of 2nd Tier “Response to Response” Drill) In general, when the opponent responds to punching attack using deflection block and counter attacks with punching, they expose themselves by creating space between their blocking and counter attacking movements. To minimize the risk, the length of deflecting action (and its’ kime) should…
It all comes down to the ready mind The application of ready mind to martial arts and contemporary sports cannot be overvalued. Whenever a split of a second decides who wins and who loses, it is to large extent the mindset that determines the outcome. Successful application of ready mind strongly depends on the level of synchronicity between the mind,…