The hook works best at the right range and angle. Large arm swings make it easier to read and harder to recover.
Keep it compact
A shorter path is easier to hide and return to guard.
Rotate the body
Use the hips and torso rather than swinging only the arm.
Exit safely
Recover your guard or change angle instead of staying in front.
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