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7.  To  COVER (KAI)  (Figs.  175-190)
                FORM : Extend both arms forward, the left leading. Now bring them
                far to the rear as your left foot slides back slightly (in photo  177 the
                left foot  should  come  back  a  bit more).  Toeing  out  with  your  left
                foot,  bring  your  right  foot  forward  ahead  of your  left  and  on  its
                toes  while  your right  arm  circles  high  and  your  left  arm  passes  in
                front  of your  chest.  Continuing,  do  a  deep  squat,  with  your  right
                arm  finally  stopping  in  line  with your  shoulders.
                FUNCTION : Your opponent uses his right fist. Capture his arm and
                pull it toward your right foot.  As he resists,  you follow him,  step-
                ping  forward  with  your  right  foot  and  striking  with  your  right




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