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So if you have any intentions of practicing JKD for a long time, you must be able to feel and utilize the power line.

R E A R H A N D

The rear hand is positioned for protection, to parry and block blows aimed at your head. You’ll want to keep your left hand close to the left side of your chin. A good left hand and judgment of distance can make you nearly impossible to hit. Parrying with the left hand also gives you a feel for your opponent’s range.

You’ll also want to keep your elbow close, to protect your side. By simply turning your trunk, you can deflect most blows to the body with your left arm, as shown in Figure 21.

Figure 21: With a slight turn to the right, the left arm provides protection as you roll with the punch.

T H E F R O N T H A N D

To correctly position the front hand, stand in the stance as we’ve discussed so far, with your lead hand extended and resting at your side. Keeping your shoulder completely relaxed, bend your arm at the elbow at about a forty-five-degree angle. See Figure 22.