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| − | [ | + | '''Kakutō uchi''' (literally: “wrist joint strike”), the '''bent wrist strike''', strikes opponents under the [[Kyūsho#Chin|chin]] with the “ball” at the end of your [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ulna ulna]. While kakutō uchi is not powerful, it is incredible speed makes it an ideal [[Atemi|atemi]]. This motion has defensive applications, which are are discussed [[Kakutō uke|elsewhere]]. |
| − | Start with your hand in front of your [[Center|center]]. Imagine a rope is tied around your wrist, | + | Start with your hand in front of your [[Center|center]]. Imagine a rope is tied around your wrist, which pulls it up. Your elbow doesn't bend, but your shoulder rotates. Imagine that your wrist is moving your shoulder, and not the other way around. For maximum speed, keep your hand relaxed, so that it resembles a [http://video.nationalgeographic.com/video/exploreorg/dance-jellyfish-eorg swimming jellyfish]. When performed correctly, this technique wont enter the opponent’s field-of-view, making it a surprise. |
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| − | + | Kakutō uchi is the upstroke of [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R37pbIySnjg Mr. Miyagi's "paint the fence" technique]. | |
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Latest revision as of 17:19, 10 February 2021
Kakutō uchi (literally: “wrist joint strike”), the bent wrist strike, strikes opponents under the chin with the “ball” at the end of your ulna. While kakutō uchi is not powerful, it is incredible speed makes it an ideal atemi. This motion has defensive applications, which are are discussed elsewhere.
Start with your hand in front of your center. Imagine a rope is tied around your wrist, which pulls it up. Your elbow doesn't bend, but your shoulder rotates. Imagine that your wrist is moving your shoulder, and not the other way around. For maximum speed, keep your hand relaxed, so that it resembles a swimming jellyfish. When performed correctly, this technique wont enter the opponent’s field-of-view, making it a surprise.
Kakutō uchi is the upstroke of Mr. Miyagi's "paint the fence" technique.
