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Movement 07 of 08

Clench the Fists and Gaze

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Alternating, measured fist actions practised from a stable stance with alert—not strained—attention.

Editorial learning draft

Move through the shape slowly.

  1. 01

    Settle into a stable stance and form relaxed fists near the waist.

  2. 02

    Extend one fist forward with a controlled turning action.

  3. 03

    Draw it back smoothly and repeat with the other side.

Key posture cues

  • Keep the jaw and shoulders relaxed.
  • Let the wrist remain aligned with the forearm.
  • Use intent rather than maximum muscular force.

Common errors to review

  • Punching quickly or forcefully.
  • Locking the elbow.
  • Holding a hard stare or tensing the face.
Safety first

Use light effort and a smaller stance when shoulder, elbow, wrist, knee, or blood-pressure concerns require caution.

Stop immediately with pain, dizziness, unusual shortness of breath, palpitations or other concerning symptoms.