Heightened Awareness Stance — Hands Down (Orange)
Step 1 — Position
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Stand relaxed with feet shoulder‑width apart.
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Weight evenly distributed, knees soft.
Step 2 — Hands Down
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Arms hang naturally at your sides.
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Palms open, non‑threatening posture.
Step 3 — Awareness
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Chin level, eyes scanning.
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Track movement without turning the whole body.
Step 4 — Readiness
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Core engaged, hips loose.
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Subtle forward lean to prepare for movement.
Step 5 — Transition
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Ready to step, angle, or raise the guard instantly.
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Maintain calm, controlled breathing.
