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Technique of the Month - August 2005

Crushing Hammer
(rear bear hug - arms pinned)

  1. Step to 9:00 with the left into a modified horse stance, with a right rear stiff arm palm heel to the opponent's groin; the left hand maintains check.
  2. Step behind the opponent with the right foot into a left reverse bow, with a right rear stiff arm palm heel to the opponent's groin; the left hand maintains check.
  3. Pivot to a right neutral bow with a right rear obscure elbow to the opponent's chin, the left hand maintains check.
  4. Pivot to a right forward bow with a left inward palm heel strike to the opponent's ribs as the right hand chambers at the hip.
  5. Cover out.

Beginner Questions

  1. What does the code word "Hammer" refer to, and what exactly are you crushing?
  2. Can you name the stance of the second move of this technique? Is it a forward or reverse bow?

Advanced Questions

  1. What technique would you do if your opponent had a very wide stance?
  2. Can you name a related technique against a front bear hug?

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