Theory of Power
Power is generated through speed, focus and
breath control.
Speed
Because of the relationship between speed and energy, increasing
the speed of a punch or kick two times will increase the energy
in the technique by a factor of four. Tripling the speed will increase
the energy by a factor of nine. This is why the development of speed
is important.
Focus
In order to transmit maximum energy to a target, a technique must
be properly focused. A bomb dropped off-target releases tremendous
energy, but does little damage. A properly focused technique will
be moving at maximum speed, and be nearly fully extended just as
it reaches the target. A blow with no focus will feel more like
a push or a shove than a powerful strike.
Breath Control
Breath control is the glue that holds all parts of technique together.
Proper breath control allows the muscles of the body to work together
to give maximum power. Breath control often involves the use of a
kihap (yell) to provide the maximum release of energy. |
