http://youtu.be/LLTJ4h-J_WI
Like the ‘Jab’ or ‘The Backhand Knifehand Thrust’, this is an easy strike to make and an easy one to use
I primarily use it with a block to the body making what could be loosely called a rolling body block with counter’.
I keep the core firm, knees bent and weight on the balls of the feet.
As I show; one arm blocks and the other flicks out this counter. In the video I am blocking with my rear arm and countering with my lead.
It looks like nothing until it lands.
Without prejudice
Thursday, October 31, 2013
Wednesday, October 30, 2013
The Overhand Forefist Thrust
http://youtu.be/Y89Y4jwDYXg
This is another long powerful swing that should be prefaced with a quick block or jab first.
I simply raise my fist up by my rear as I wind up to make this a strong blow.
Again, done as an initial move, it is just too easy to counter.
Without prejudice
This is another long powerful swing that should be prefaced with a quick block or jab first.
I simply raise my fist up by my rear as I wind up to make this a strong blow.
Again, done as an initial move, it is just too easy to counter.
Without prejudice
Tuesday, October 29, 2013
The Forehand Swinging Ridgehand
http://youtu.be/JZ2vfXmRDJI
This is a long powerful swing that should be prefaced with a quick block or jab first.
Forming the hand correctly and bending the arm slightly (therefore putting the bicep into it) are absolutely essential to making this a strong blow.
Done as an initial move, it is just too easy to counter.
Without prejudice
This is a long powerful swing that should be prefaced with a quick block or jab first.
Forming the hand correctly and bending the arm slightly (therefore putting the bicep into it) are absolutely essential to making this a strong blow.
Done as an initial move, it is just too easy to counter.
Without prejudice
Monday, October 28, 2013
The Backhand Knifehand Thrust
http://youtu.be/w-TZWjqHFfE
Like the ‘Jab’, this is an easy strike to make and an easy one to use.
I keep the core firm, knees bent and weight on the balls of the feet.
I flick this move out with my lead arm right after my block (with the same arm).
It looks like nothing until it lands.
(As I show, it can also be used with the rear arm too.)
Without prejudice
Like the ‘Jab’, this is an easy strike to make and an easy one to use.
I keep the core firm, knees bent and weight on the balls of the feet.
I flick this move out with my lead arm right after my block (with the same arm).
It looks like nothing until it lands.
(As I show, it can also be used with the rear arm too.)
Without prejudice
Sunday, October 27, 2013
The Jab
http://youtu.be/bwE50hG4gr0
The Lead Forefist Thrust (hereafter known as the ‘Jab’) is an easy punch to make and an easy one to use.
The challenge is to practice it often enough both by itself and in combination with other moves that it becomes a reflex move when under pressure.
Without prejudice
The Lead Forefist Thrust (hereafter known as the ‘Jab’) is an easy punch to make and an easy one to use.
The challenge is to practice it often enough both by itself and in combination with other moves that it becomes a reflex move when under pressure.
Without prejudice
Friday, October 25, 2013
Shift Forward Rear Foot Block
*WARNING: All groin defenses are dangerous and care should be taken when practicing with a partner.
It is all too easy to damage without meaning to. This applies to both parties. Start slow and make sure you are under the guidance of an experienced teacher.
Remember, this groin defense only works when it is a reflex move and that only happens with a lot of practice (read thousands of times solo and thousands more with a partner).
This is a high risk defense for two reasons; I am moving forward into the kick and my blocking leg is moving in the same upward direction as the attacking kick .
http://youtu.be/vMGg1xvzSKk
The Shift Forward Rear Foot Block is done from a Forward Bow with the inside edge of the heel. I simply shift forward and lift and drive my rear leg into the incoming kick.
If I am on time, I slam into the top of his ankle stopping his kick and likely damaging his leg.
If I am too early, my leg jams his kick but no damage occurs
If I am too late I moving into his kick and my blocking leg now becomes a guide and actually can assist his kick.
This is simple and easy in theory but be advised, this defense requires a lot of practice or it will be too late against a determined adversary.
All that being said, this advanced block (when executed correctly), is a quick, powerful and very effective defense that can leave the defender in a perfect position to counter attack.
Without prejudice
Thursday, October 24, 2013
Shift Away Lead Leg Block
*WARNING: All groin defenses are dangerous and care should be taken when practicing with a partner.
It is all too easy to damage without meaning to. This applies to both parties. Start slow and make sure you are under the guidance of an experienced teacher.
Remember, this groin defense only works when it is a reflex move and that only happens with a lot of practice (read thousands of times solo and thousands more with a partner).
Like yesterday’s defense, this is also a high risk defense. Because I am moving back, there is a tendency to think I am safe when in fact I may still be in range. Also, this block can be slower than intended because I am using my legs to first shift back then left to block.
http://youtu.be/kICVJfdpk7w
The Shift Away Lead Leg Block is done from a Forward Bow. I simply withdraw back to a front Cat Stance then lift my lead leg to block the incoming kick.
If I am on time, I will be out of his range (only slightly) and I can use the inside of my lower leg to move his kick aside.
If I am too early, my leg will simply get in the way and the attacker will kick into the outside of my leg (which is now in the way of his kick).
If I am too late, it is likely I will be kicked in the groin ( a not fun proposition under any conditions).
This is simple and easy in theory but be advised, this defense requires a lot of practice or it will be too late against a determined adversary.
All that being said, this advanced block (when executed correctly), is a quick, powerful and very effective defense that can leave the defender in a perfect position to counter attack.
Without prejudice
It is all too easy to damage without meaning to. This applies to both parties. Start slow and make sure you are under the guidance of an experienced teacher.
Remember, this groin defense only works when it is a reflex move and that only happens with a lot of practice (read thousands of times solo and thousands more with a partner).
Like yesterday’s defense, this is also a high risk defense. Because I am moving back, there is a tendency to think I am safe when in fact I may still be in range. Also, this block can be slower than intended because I am using my legs to first shift back then left to block.
http://youtu.be/kICVJfdpk7w
The Shift Away Lead Leg Block is done from a Forward Bow. I simply withdraw back to a front Cat Stance then lift my lead leg to block the incoming kick.
If I am on time, I will be out of his range (only slightly) and I can use the inside of my lower leg to move his kick aside.
If I am too early, my leg will simply get in the way and the attacker will kick into the outside of my leg (which is now in the way of his kick).
If I am too late, it is likely I will be kicked in the groin ( a not fun proposition under any conditions).
This is simple and easy in theory but be advised, this defense requires a lot of practice or it will be too late against a determined adversary.
All that being said, this advanced block (when executed correctly), is a quick, powerful and very effective defense that can leave the defender in a perfect position to counter attack.
Without prejudice
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