八极拳六大开，是武术中的核心技巧。练习架子以稳固基础，练习六大开以达到应用。所谓“开”，是指先行后进，每种招式都不能离开“开”。有六种具体招式，即顶、抱、掸（单）、提、跨、缠。这里的“招”并不仅仅是固定模式，而是一系列在应对敌人变化过程中形成的动作。“步落招成”，“打招如闪电”，这就是不断变化的过程。而不是简单的力量输出。“招”需要智慧和技巧，以智取胜而非依赖纯粹的力量。

文章一：六大开歌

一打顶肘左右翻，二打抱肘顺步赶；

提跨合炼单扬打，顺步绕身便是缠；

翻身顶肘堂中立，大开神拳往后传。

文章二：六大开附属招术

进阶用法包括朝阳手、单体手、背后折缰等；截手招式则包括斩龙手、三点手等。

这些技术通过三靠三合突跨相连来连接，这是我们追求的一种宗旨。在战斗中，“跨”代表横向力，“突”代表冲击力，我们要确保每一次攻击都包含了这种突破性的冲击力和横向控制。

在使用这些技术时，最重要的是掌握桩步作为根基。如果没有稳固的地面支持，就无法有效地发挥我们的技术中的任何一个。其中五个基本 招式——抱、缠、顶、高抬腿和掸——以及两个辅助技巧——折僵和朝阳手—are all part of a single line that we contest over. When I occupy this line, I win; when my opponent occupies it, I lose. Understanding this allows us to see the openings and opportunities in our opponent's defense; failing to understand it leaves us blind to these openings.

The key is to insert ourselves into the gaps and exploit them without hesitation. This is the highest level of skill; if we mix up our techniques but remain unsure or hesitant, we fall below this level.

Practice must be consistent: not too much when full, not too little when hungry; only practice with a clear mind and a healthy body during holidays and days off.

In cultivating internal energy (qi), one must use subtle movements and avoid excessive force. Similarly, in practicing martial arts, one must avoid being overly aggressive or violent.

Martial arts are rooted in ethics: ethical behavior underpins martial arts skills themselves. To truly master eight extremities boxing, one must first cultivate good character: excellent moral integrity leads to divine skill development and ultimately enlightenment for longevity.

Compassion for humanity should always be present in our hearts; kindness should be practiced constantly.

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