Found saved from an old discussion - on the "proof' of a photo

 A photo is not always concrete proof of something but they are good for discussion purposes. Let's look at the rising elbow technique from Gojushiho kata. It could be done with palm facing forward, facing back, or turned to the inside(pinky side of the hand up). There are different reasons for each method

Marlon LawsGroup Admin Interesting....my Sensei explains the pros/cons of the different methods and we examine how they can all be the "better" technique for a certain situation.
In Kusanku we hit with the elbow in front of the body with the arm parallel to the ground. Palm in or palm down? Power or safety? But it doesn't change the kata. Maybe practice it both ways....