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Front Hand Vertical Punch

Kizami Tate Zuki

Lead-hand vertical punch delivered from the front side.

TechniqueStrikesIntermediateKarate

Key steps

  1. Keep the fist vertical and wrist straight.
  2. Use the front side to enter without overcommitting.
  3. Keep the elbow tucked through the line.
  4. Recover quickly back to guard.

Coaching points

  • Keep the fist vertical and wrist straight.
  • Use the front side to enter without overcommitting.
  • Keep the elbow tucked through the line.
  • Recover quickly back to guard.
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