On the surface my training may not be notable or appear to be advancing in leaps and bounds. However when I take note of everything I'm learning and discovering this year, I see a continuation of internal awareness and applying that awareness to my training.
Core engagement, flow and chi have been at the forefront of my training this year. This wasn't completely intentional and yet through a series of class instruction, Tai Chi and personal goals I've been guided and followed this years current flow of training and learning.
When I engage my core as I move trough a technique, there is an immediate positive feedback. I can feel my center lower slightly and I feel more grounded and solid. Core engagement for me can feel like an internal expansion and contraction of varying degrees. Almost like its own living, breathing entity that helps to facilitate the external. It's like everything is working together - six harmonies as it finest.
Everything I'm learning and experiencing also prompts me to explore that which does not feel right, which is exciting. Being able to feel when a technique isn't quite right and working through possible issues with a positive outlook has been more enjoyable and rewarding.
Building those foundational blocks and continuing to practice and apply knowledge will in due course establish consistency.
Totals
Push ups & Sit ups: 720/33,370
Hand form: 10/447
Weapon form: 10/466
KM: 33/1274
AOK: 21/1125
Sparring: 0/164
Blogs: 1/42
Yoga: 0/20.5 hrs
Tai Chi: 17/598
MM:17/857
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