While the following information about basic stances may seem familiar to many, those who have practiced for decades as masters or instructors—developing their own specialized methods—or those who have primarily trained through video materials, may find parts of this content new, questionable, or may have alternative opinions.
For better understanding and improvement of each stance, it is valuable to approach it at least from a musculoskeletal perspective, even if one cannot fully grasp the flow of "Ki" (energy) or delve into philosophical or medical interpretations.
Since Haedong Kumdo involves a bit heavier live-blade training, if the fundamental stances are not learned according to proper principles, practitioners may inevitably face issues over time — such as problems with the spine, shoulders, arms, knees, or hip joints. Recognizing these risks and understanding the fundamental principles can help prevent such injuries.
I hope this information will be helpful to your practice. Feel free to reach out with any questions or feedback. (Contact: bmw43@hanmail.net, +82 10 6530 2911, JS Kim)
Title: Explanation of Haedong Kumdo Basic Stances - Four Parts (A, B, C, D Parts)
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■ Title: Explanation of the Basic Stances in Haedong Kumdo
A. Explanation of the Natural Stance B. Understanding Basic Stances Through a Unified Principle C. In-Depth Analysis of the Daedo Stance Through Q&A D. Basic Postures Through Photos