Things You'll Need:
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- Martial Arts Videos
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Step 1
Face forward, legs parallel about 1 1/2 shoulder widths apart. Keep elbows in and hands up in a fighting position.
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Step 2
Raise the blocking hand (either hand) to shoulder level with palm facing forward.
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Step 3
Position your non-blocking arm against your side as a guard. Turn your fist upward.
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Step 4
Wait for the attacker's strike to begin, then bring your hand down and inward. Push the palm heel out and down.
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Step 5
Press the heel of your palm against the attacking arm's forearm, elbow or wrist. If you are blocking a kick, press the palm heel against the attacker's ankle or knee.
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Step 6
Return your blocking arm immediately back to a defensive guard position.






