Kihon Zuki

Kihon Zuki

In this section: we look at an introduction to zuki techniques with Vickerman Renshi.

How posture, balance, timing and body movement all play a part in the kihon of zuki techniques — and how to get the most from your practice.

• Zuki is not “just a punch” — treat it as whole-body movement, not only the arm.
• Start from a stable base (e.g., Shiko-dachi), roughly 1½–2× shoulder width, toes turned out.
• As you sink, let the knees track in the same direction as the feet.
• Bringing the hands to centre should be natural: rotate/turn rather than forcing the arms inward.
• Keep the elbow in; avoid early twisting that creates a “flick”. Turn the wrist late.
• Relaxation first: drop and return smoothly; tension only appears at the right moment.

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Kihon Zuki 2

A further look into zuki techniques with Vickerman Renshi — refining posture, balance, timing and body movement.

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