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Forward and Backward Shuffle Basics – Traditional Method

In the traditional method your feet will come together, thus traveling at a 45 degree angle. Try to be as smooth as possible keeping your head level. You should not rise up as your feet come together.

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Forward and Backward Shuffle Basics – Modern Method

The key here is to bring the feet to an even position rather than stepping forward. When the rear foot passes the lead foot the hips start to rotate and this creates a “tell” in you movement. Shuffling allows the upper body confirmation to remain the same while moving forward.

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Forward and Backward Shuffle Basics – Intro

Both the traditional and modern methods of shuffling have practical application. Based on your specific challenge, you can focus on one or the other.

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Forward and Backward Shuffle Basics – Adding Punches

Stacking fundamentals is key to building coordination and flexibility in a self defense situation. Notice that Nate is planted firmly in his stance when throwing the punch combo. Although demonstrated using the traditional method, it can also be done for the modern method.

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Forward and Backward Shuffle Basics – Adding a Kick

We demonstrate the kick with the modern method, but the same can be done with the traditional method as well. You’ll also notice that when going backward you can either kick to initiate the shuffle (similar to our challenges) or shuffle and then throw a kick as demonstrated here.

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FLLF Strike Combo – Intro

This combo works strikes that are similar in hand structure, but have very different effectiveness to different target areas.

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FLLF Strike Combo – Forward w 8 Pt Blocking

When doing the combo with your blocks, the block will happen on the lead leg so the combo will now start on the rear leg side.

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FLLF Strike Combo – Forward w 8 Pt Blocking – Partner Drill

When working with a partner, it is key to be able to keep your distancing in relation to your opponent consistent. If you are out of sync with your half moons, then you may be out of range for your strikes.

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FLLF Strike Combo – Forward w 8 Pt Blocking – Partner Drill – The Goal

As with most of “the goal” videos, control is critical. At fast speeds, when aiming to vital targets, you cannot make a mistake.

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FLLF Strike Combo – Building the Strikes

The front two knuckle is a good strike to the center mass while the leopard paw is useful to soft targets. Start slow building the dexterity between the open and closed position of the hands before trying to add speed and fluidity.

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