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BALANCE

Contest Balances:    (Randori Kuzushi)

Off-balance set-up for throws.

These actions should always precede any attempt to throw. They may be used singly or in combi-nation.

Lifting: Practice lifting up as you move ar.ound with your opponent. (It is shown exaggerated in photo). Use gentle, constant pressure up (not heavy, lifting). This takes opponent off his solid base, making him top-heavy, easy to throw. At the same time, the action plants you morę firmly on ground, strengthening your balance. Photo #1.

Tilt Forward: Puli slightly forward and up, placing opponent's center of gravity in front of him. Photo #2.

Circular Twist: As though turning a wheel, rotate opponent's body to right, as in Photo #3, or, if attempting throw on opposite side, to the left.

Both your hands follow the same circular path in this action.

On all actions above, keep elbows well in to your sides.

Tilt Back: Raise opponent slightly and rock him back on heels, placing his center of gravity be-hindhim. Photo #4.

Circular Twist Back: As though turning a wheel, rotate opponent's body to left, as in Photo #5, or if attempting throw on opposite side, to right.

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