Deep Explanation of Silk Reeling Energy
1. What is “Silk Reeling Energy” (缠丝劲)? Most martial arts enthusiasts are familiar with the term “Silk Reeling Energy” (缠丝劲), but few can explain what it really means. At its core, silk reeling energy refers to power that moves in a spiraling or coiling pattern, much like winding silk thread or metal wire. In daily life, winding silk thread can happen in two ways: On a flat horizontal plane. In a spiral motion, which can move upward or downward, forming arcs or helixes. In martial arts, this spiraling action is more dynamic. According to my personal understanding, “rotation” occurs when a body part moves along a curved path in the same plane, while “spiraling” involves movement along both vertical and horizontal planes in a helical motion. The power generated from these motions forms what we call "Silk Reeling Energy."
