shorinji kempo

wushu

move like a tidal wave -- powerful, rhythmic, controlled force of movement
still as a great mountain -- strength of still position with unmovable foundation
jump like an ape -- agility and alertness of moving
land like a magpie -- lightness and stability of landing
balance like a rooster -- stillness and alertness in motion
stand like a pine tree -- both feet on the ground
spin like a wheel -- well-defined, controlled rotational movement
bend like a bow -- storage of potential power in bending or twisting posture
light as a leaf -- lightness of gliding effortlessly
heavy as iron -- expression of seriousness, not vicious and in control
suspend like an eagle -- animated state, alert and concentrated, with aim
fast like the wind -- fast, sharp and swiftly accomplished movements

punch like a shooting comet -- clearly and swiftly
eyes flash like an electric current -- range of view
waist turns like a moving snake -- transmission of power
steps should be rooted -- stepping movement
vitality of spirit should be full and focused -- mental and spiritual expression
breathing should be sunken -- breathing pattern
power should be smooth -- proper power emission
delivery should be thorough -- integrated expression