rabbit

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Hi, I'm Rabbit, just started posting. I'm a purple belt in kenpo forms. I often have a lot of questions due to the fact that I'm only 5'2 and have to work combinations with with men and women who are a lot larger than myself. Love the sport. Glad to meet everyone.

Question? I need upper body strength, I am having trouble relaxing my shoulders during combinations. I am not only female but stand only 5'2. I feel like when I work combinations in the dojo, ( and have been corrected), that I tense up and cruch at the shoulder. My opinion on this is poor upper body strength. Is there any suggestions on building more strength to help me relax my shoulders?