Do you think that the ''Ma Bo'' in all kung fu styles is the most important aspect. Or is it the techniques of the hands?

If you think ''Ma Bo'' is the most important then read further, if not don't bother!


To me ''Ma Bo'' is the most important because all the teachers throughout my life stress this notion. ''Protect yourself first''.
Do you agree having a good ''Ma Bo''allows you to do this,even before your hands come out, having the OPTION to stike or not to strike.

If you don't believe this then you must train harder on this aspect because this is the route to all Kung Fu. e.g breathing
power(ging lik)
fluidity
speed
calm state
confidence
focus
alighnment E.T.C

Without ''Ma Bo'' your Kung Fu is nothing but a fancy mess. Most people on this forum stress too much on hand techniques e.g Sticky Hands, lap sau, e.t.c.
Why are you taught these hand drills when you have no postioning?
Do you fight lb for lb or toe to toe?