The distance of time and space between two forces. The movement of the mind, the stream of spirit and their direction, as well as physical distance, determines the balanced and proper use of space.
                                                            
                                                     
                        
                                                
                        
                        
                            Distancing. The correct distance between two oppwnents. Mae ni (mah-ee-nah) Move forward. Makiwara (mah-keh-wah-rah) A punching board that is padded and struck forcefully to develop focusing of body strength.
                                                            
                                                     
                        
                                                
                        
                        
                            Distance between opponents
                                                            
                                                     
                        
                                                
                        
                        
                            Correct distance and timing
                                                            
                                                     
                        
                                                
                        
                        
                            mah-eye Distance between uke and nage, meaning "harmony of space."