
In martial arts, it is often said to “taking the midline”, but what does that mean?
In my understanding, it’s a moment that makes the opponent think they lose it.
In other words, this is the moment you think you got it.
In striking martial arts, I think it is sometimes explained together with “Sen no Sen (Anticipative initiative)”.
I think it can be explained from a mechanical angle.
“Take the midline” is an expression not found in Chinese martial arts, but I would like to talk about it from my experience in martial arts.