Instruction 5 (Figures 9-825, 826, 827) Shift the center of gravity to the left, while simultaneously rotating the left palm inward and drawing it in an arc to the left chest, with the palm facing right; the right hand rotates inward and draws an arc downward, then rotates outward to combine with the left arm at the left side, with the palm facing down.

Figure 9-825 Figure 9-826 Figure 9-827

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Instruction 6 (Figures 9-828, 829, 830) Lift the right foot to the left upper direction in a fan-like outward force, while simultaneously striking the right foot's back with the left palm; the right leg naturally falls, the left arm naturally hangs down, and both hands change to fists.

Figure 9-828 Figure 9-829 Figure 9-830

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Note: This posture transitions from a closed stance to an open stance, requiring the energy to descend; when turning left, the shoulders must remain connected, forming a "closed-middle-open" position; later, it opens again, forming an "open-middle-closed" position. Because the left palm strikes the outer side of the right foot, it is called "Crossed Palm Strike."

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Instruction 1 (Figures 9-831, 832, 833) Turn the body 180 degrees to the right (facing west); the left arm rises from below, and the right arm extends from the chest to the right, simultaneously exerting force; the left fist is slightly higher than the head, with the palm facing inward, and the right fist is at shoulder height, with the palm facing upward (facing west).

Figure 9-831 Figure 9-832 Figure 9-833

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