Step Forward and Punch Down 進步栽捶
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How to do it
Brush knee with the left hand while stepping forward, then punch the right fist downward toward knee height, upper body inclined.
Step by step
- Brush the left knee while stepping forward
- Draw the right fist back to the waist
- Incline the upper body slightly
- Punch down toward knee height
Breathing
Exhale on the punch.
Health focus
Hip hinge with a long spine.
Common mistakes
- Rounding the back
- Over-bending
Martial meaning
Strike to a low target or to an opponent who has fallen forward.
How it varies between styles
| Yang | Bow stance, fist toward knee level. |
|---|---|
| Chen | 'Punch to the Ground' (Ji Di Chui) – deep and powerful. |
| Wu | 'Step Forward Punch Down'. |
| Sun | 'Step forward firmly and punch downward'. |
| Seated | Brush across the knee then lower a soft fist toward the shin. |
Where it appears
- Yang Family Traditional 103 Form – step 42: Step Forward and Punch Down
- Chen Practical Method Yilu – 81 Movements – step 35: The Punch to the Ground
- Chen Laojia Yilu (Old Frame First Road) – 74 Movements – step 33: Punch to the Ground
- Cheng Man-ch'ing 37-Posture Short Form – step 31: Step Forward and Punch Down (then Grasp Bird's Tail and Single Whip)
- Wu Jianquan 108 Long Form – step 39: Step Forward Punch Down
- Sun Style 73 Competition Form – step 34: Step Forward and Punch Down
Animated 2D guide (front view). The highlighted leg carries the weight, the faint trails show the path of the hands, and the cue at the top suggests the breath.
Move slowly, keep the knees soft and over the toes, and stay within a comfortable range. Every movement can be adapted for a chair.