Training Secrets of Taekwon-Do
An old proverb says that even heaven cannot make a diligent worker poor. However, in Taekwon-Do diligence or intensive training alone does not produce quality techniques. On the contrary, instructions from a false or unqualified instructor would be worse that not being taught at all because unscientific movements not only reduce the power but require a tremendous amount of time to correct.

On the other hand, under the proper guidance of a competent instructor, a student who trains earnestly with dedication will learn the true techniques of Taekwon-Do in a comparatively short period of time with less effort.

Students should keep in mind the following points:

1: Study, the theory of power thoroughly.
2: Understand the purpose and method of each movement clearly.
3: Bring the movement of eyes, hands, feet, and breath into a single co-ordinated action.
4: Choose the appropriate attacking tool for each vital spot.
5: Become familiar with the correct angle and distance for attack and defence.
6: Keep both the arms and legs bent slightly while the movement is in motion.
7: All movements must begin with a backward motion with very few exceptions. However, once the movement is in motion it should not be stopped before reaching the target.
8: Create a sine wave during the movement by utilising the knee spring properly.
9: Exhale briefly at the moment of each blow except in a connecting motion.
THEORY OF POWER (HimUiWolli):

REACTION FORCE (Bandong Ryok)

CONCENTRATION (Jip Joong)

EQUILIBRIUM (Gyun Hyong)

BREATH CONTROL (Hohup Jojuhl)

MASS (Zilyang)

SPEED (Sokdo)

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