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Training
Secrets |
| An old proverb says that even heaven cannot make a diligent
worker poor. However, in Taekwon-Do, diligence or intensive training
alone does not produce quality techniques. On the contrary, instructions
from a false or unqualified instructor would be worse than not being
taught at all because unscientific movements not only reduce the power
but require a tremendous amount of time to correct. On the other hand,
under the proper guidance of a competent instructor, a student who
trains earnestly with dedication will learn the true techniques of
Taekwon-Do in a comparatively short period of time with less effort. |
| Students should keep in mind the following secrets: |
| To study the theory of power thoroughly. |
| To understand the purpose and method of each movement
clearly. |
| To bring the action of eyes, hands, feet and breath into
one single coordinated action. |
| To choose the appropriate attacking tool for each vital
spot. |
| To become familiar with the correct angle and distance
for attack and defence. |
| Keep both the arms and legs bent slightly while movement
is in motion. |
| All movements must begin with a backward motion or in
opposite direction with very few exceptions. However, once the movement
is in motion it should not be stopped before reaching the target. |
| To create a sine wave during the movement by utilizing
the knee spring properly. |
| To exhale briefly at the moment of each blow except a
connecting motion. |
