Just discovered after having to hone for hours and hours:

- Hold the hone in one hand;
- Stand up;
- Go to town.

I find the angle and effort needed by twisting your shoulder etc.. is the most natural when standing and holding the hone in one hand while holding the knife in the other hand, it increased my speed and decreased those scary 'misses' immensly. I recommend giving it a try and please do post your comments after trying it out.