So Sunday practice was notable if only because it's the first time that Sensei has successfully referred to me by name--usually he points, and when I'm mentioned by name even as I'm standing out he usually asks, "Who?"--but in this case, he was explaining how issoku-itto-no-maai is a personal and relational interval--case in point, for someone like BeHundt, who is very tall, he can fit from far away, almost here (nearly to-ma)--if he hits from issoku, he may end up too close, and he does not need to take such a big step. Hu, however, is small. Therefore he must start from closer. Another trick is to slightly bring up the left foot before striking. This way you will not show your opponent that you are moving in, because your hakama hides your leftfootwork.

It's nice to be noticed.