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CLEAN SWEEP

What if I told you that you could learn a technique that will send your opponent crashing to the ground, regardless of that person’s size or strength? Would you believe it if I said you could make it happen without having to throw a single punch?

If you think this sounds too good to be true, think again. The key to achieving this goal is to use a technique that’s actually a fundamental part of karate. If you don’t already know it, it’s time to add it to your arsenal. Let’s talk about foot sweeps.

ABOUT THE TACTIC

Foot sweeps can level the playing field by enabling you to take your opponent — any size opponent — off-balance. Sweeps fall into the category of which is Japanese for “foot techniques.” Such moves that are designed

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