Page 67 - Robert W. Smith - Pa kua_ Chinese boxing for fitness & self-defense-North Atlantic Books (2003)

Turn slowly to the right (Fig. 317) and step out with your right
slowness, however, it is the best method for a novice to practice
foot. Twisting your right hand from under your left arm gradually
in the beginning.
as you circle, stretch it until your right index finger is perpendicular
Now, let us look at the main variation. Start with your left palm
and the palm toward the center. Until your torso faces the center
extended and your left foot ahead (Fig. 319). Toe-in your right
of the circle, keep your palms up and elbows down as you swing
foot beside your left foot (Figs. 320-322) and then step out with
right (Fig. 318). Finally, twist both of your palms down. Gaze at
your left foot as your right hand continues to twist under your left
your right index finger; your right "tiger mouth" pushes forward;
(Figs. 323-326). Finally, bring your right foot up and leave it
and your shoulders contract slightly.
suspended but touching your left ankle (Figs. 327-329). After you
To go the opposite way, simply reverse the procedure. Turn
have stretched your right arm under your left elbow to the left as
naturally, keeping the upper and lower body coordinated.*
far as you can, begin swinging back to the right and put your right
The Single Change given above is that of Sun Lu-t'ang. It has
foot down (Figs. 330-333). Carrying your right arm circularly
been modified considerably since his time. Because of its stress on
under your left, after about a circle's walk you should have the
* Your inside and outside points must be coordinated in terms of the six com- right palm in the center and the index finger vertical (Fig. 334).
binations, as follows: Note that in Fig. 329 the left foot is different and it is wrong. This
Inner Outer
heart/mind shoulder/thigh photograph was used to show the suspended right foot and the
mind/vital energy elbow/knee
vital energy/strength hand/foot twisting upper torso.
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