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Anticipation Timing

Sen No Sen

Countering by moving as the opponent begins their attack.

MovementMovementsAdvancedKarate

Key steps

  1. React to the start of the opponent's movement, not after impact.
  2. Keep the counter direct and simple.
  3. Use distance control to make the timing possible.
  4. Avoid guessing without reading the opponent's intent.

Coaching points

  • React to the start of the opponent's movement, not after impact.
  • Keep the counter direct and simple.
  • Use distance control to make the timing possible.
  • Avoid guessing without reading the opponent's intent.
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