Why Is the Mainstream Wing Chun's Centerline Punch Unscientific?
From Chat GPT: "Here's a bullet-point breakdown explaining why the kinetic chain is broken when mainstream Wing Chun practitioners perform the centerline punch : Misaligned Starting Position The punch typically originates from the center of the chest instead of from a structurally sound starting point like the face or shoulder. This compromises natural muscle recruitment and breaks the kinetic flow from foot to fist. Lack of Torso Rotation Mainstream centerline punches discourage hip or shoulder rotation. This limits the generation and transfer of force from the ground upward, effectively severing the lower body from the strike. Improper Elbow Constraint The elbow is often "tucked in" or unnaturally forced to stay in the centerline, which isolates the arm from the torso. This breaks the connection between shoulder and spine, resulting in a disconnected, arm-only punch. No Use of Ground Reaction Force Since foot, knee, hip, and...