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George S. Ledyard wrote:
If you look at this still shot of Saito Sensei (halfway down the page) his back is much straighter and his head is up, making his back much stronger.
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I see your point. I'll keep that in mind the next time we try it. There is definitely a big difference now that it's been pointed out.
When practicing I did straighten up one time, and the UKE was about 6 feet off the ground. I think it scared him, and me, so I went back to stooping over. But, now that it's been pointed out and I look at Saito-sensei, it appears that was the correct way. I felt a lot stronger too being more straight. Plus it probably would allow the UKE more time to get his feet rotated under him.
Thanks everybody for your time and input!
Anthony