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Old 10-13-2009, 07:55 AM   #2
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Re: blending with the atack.

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Tim Evans wrote: View Post
Any thoughts on practicing this important part of aikido.
Assuming you're interested in the non-IT (Internal Training) answer: focus less on performing a specific technique and more on managing the contact with uke. Trying hard to make a technique work will result in muscling through, clashing and conflict. Rather think sensitivity, angles and timing. Think softness and relaxation. You've got to lead uke in the situation you want him to be in, not force him/her.
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