Back Fall
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Back Fall (Squatting Position)
Now practice the same technique by falling backward from a squatting position. Begin by assuming a deep squat position with the arms in a guarding position, then:
- Cross the arms at the chest with tight fists and roll backward with a kiai.
- Follow the same steps as explained in the sitting position description.
- Do not let the legs fly back over the head.
- Return to the squatting position.
- Repeat until the movements become smooth and powerful.
- Standing-Squatting
- Next practice the same technique by starting from a standing position with the arms in a guarding position, then:
- Squat and fall backward with a kiai, all in a smooth motion.
- Follow the same steps as explained in the sitting position description.
- As you roll backward quickly pull the knees inward toward the chest to absorb the rolling momentum and keep the legs from flying back the head.
- Return to the standing position.
- Repeat until the movements become smooth and powerful.