TECHNIQUE; SUB-PRINCIPLE: Torsion and Pinning

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This particular sub-principle upon further consideration seems inappropriate for a fundamental principle of martial systems. Too many aspects described in the original texts seem contradictory when relating to other principles such as the description of grabbing techniques with an assumption that performing such techniques takes away from efficiency in other principles such as the mind-body whereby the grab is said to also grab the mind and focus it in that location. Where this seems contradictory is when the author used torsion and pinning as a model that does not grab the mind when in reality all applied techniques have the tendency to lock the mind on that technique or set of techniques, i.e., using combinations. 

In addition it should be explained that all methodologies at one level or another require a certain amount of tension. One reason I advocate calling it positive relaxation vs. simply relaxation but the true nature of applied principles is the reduction of as much energy consumption through things like tension is our ultimate goal in this instance. 

Almost all applied methodologies be they grabbing, torsion or pinning actions require some use of other or all parts of the body. This is especially true if one wants the mind-body to move all movement from the center of the body, centeredness. To truly control tension and other aspects of principle applications a karate-ka and martial artists must control the mind, like taking a mushin and zanshin state of mind, by focusing the mind on the center and train so that the lizard brain (procedural memory) runs the physical applications of self-defense. 

Depending on applied methodologies our bodies will use other body parts such as the upper torso (note the torso also effects the waist and shoulder girdles as well as the spine), shoulders, and neck, etc.

I would then advocate without reservation the abilities to grab in appropriate situations along with utilizing the ability to use torsion and pinning also as appropriate in self-defense martial arts. 

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