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Side Hammer Fist

Yoko Tetsui Uchi

Hammer fist strike delivered to the side.

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Key steps

  1. Keep the fist and wrist firm at impact.
  2. Rotate from the body rather than swinging the arm loosely.
  3. Keep the elbow slightly bent.
  4. Return to guard quickly after the strike.

Coaching points

  • Keep the fist and wrist firm at impact.
  • Rotate from the body rather than swinging the arm loosely.
  • Keep the elbow slightly bent.
  • Return to guard quickly after the strike.
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