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In kinhin, should we place the front heel down first, then the sole of that foot?

Master Kosen – Published on April 1 – posture

Question

Hello, congratulations on your site! Could you please clarify something about KINHIN: when moving forward, should we place the front heel down first, then the sole of that foot?




Lionel Boudso

Answer from Master Kosen

No. First place the base of the big toe down, then gently the heel, like a cat advancing on tiptoe to catch a mouse.

Kosen


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