what is the preferred way of "starting over" on an edge if its current state of sharpness is dubious/unknown?

in lynn's video i see he uses small circular strokes on the 4k when he feels the blade is in an overhoned state, bringing the blade back to a state where he can properly hone it.

any other techniques people use with success? given a blade is brought back to zero with a circular stroke, etc, what is the preferred pyramid from there?

i am practicing honing on my "practice" blade and i want to re-attempt a hone,, and i want to make sure i "zero" it before starting again

thanks!