windwalker099
Master Black Belt
Peter Ralston, a noted figure in the development of full-contact fighting, presents a concept he calls "stationary leading rollback."
What he outlines aligns with the principles described in
" **Understanding the State of "Shang Shou"** by Tang Fengchi.
**Real and Virtual Contact Points**
Real contact points refer to physical touch where the practitioner's internal energy connects with the opponent's energy. However, the two forces remain distinct, like the saying, "well water does not mix with river water." Virtual contact points, on the other hand, may or may not involve physical touch. Instead, the connection is established through intent and awareness, allowing the practitioner to control the opponent’s center of energy (zhong). "
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Shang Shou (上手) translates literally to "upper hand" or "superior hand."
emphasizes the importance of sensitivity, timing, and positioning. It represents the practitioner’s
ability to sense and respond to changes in the opponent’s energy (jin) with precision.
