Another

very important aspect of footwork is the distance factor, since only the top portion of the blade is used to strike and thus the distance and range of each attack step must be requlated with the appropriate footwork. As the opponent attacks the length of our own attack step shortens proportionately. This is similar to the 'deflection' factor in shooting against a moving target and whilst this stepping, in relation to where the opponent will be, is difficult, it comes with experience.