Uppercut Elbow Strike (or Upward Elbow Strike)
This page provides instructions for the Uppercut Elbow Strike (or Upward Elbow Strike). The elbow strike is often used in self-defense situations in order to strike an attacker’s chin, ribs, etc.
For other elbow strikes (i.e. spinning elbow strike), please visit the main Elbow Strikes section.
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Written Instructions for Technique
- In this technique, you will bring your elbow down vertically as low as you can.
- You will then bring your elbow up rapidly striking the target with the tip of the elbow.
- For greater power and momentum, you can bend your knees and then thrust your body upwards as you swing your elbow vertically.
Instructional Video for an Uppercut Elbow Strike