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“Essential Karate Hand & Arm Strikes – From Seiken (forefist) to Empi (elbow strike), each technique targets different angles and situations. Mastering these builds precision, power, and versatility in martial arts.”

-Seiken – Standard forefist punch with the front knuckles.

-Uraken – Backfist strike, often delivered in a snapping motion.

-Tetsui – Hammerfist strike using the bottom of the fist.

-Hiraken – Half-fist strike with the front finger joints.

-Haito – Ridge-hand strike, using the inner edge of the hand.

-Shuto – Knife-hand strike with the outer edge of the hand.

-Haishu – Backhand strike using the back of the open hand.

-Ippon Ken – One-knuckle punch, striking with a single protruding knuckle.

-Nukite – Spear-hand strike with extended fingers.

-Teisho – Palm-heel strike, strong and safe for close combat.

-Seiryuto – Ox-jaw strike, using the base of the palm near the wrist.

-Koken – Wrist strike using the bent back of the wrist.

-Empi – Elbow strike, very powerful at close range.

-Wan Ude – Forearm strike, using the ulna (outer bone of the forearm).

11/09/2025

Training only from the ‘safe’ position is not enough!
To improve, you also need to put yourself in uncomfortable positions and learn to react from them. 💥🥋

The goal of this training is to be ready to anticipate your opponent, even when you’re not in your ideal position. ⚡👊
That’s why it’s important to also train a different movement-starting mechanics, so your body gets used to reacting even from uncomfortable positions. This also helps build confidence to fight in any condition. 🔄🔥

👉 Train outside your comfort zone and always stay one step ahead. 🚀

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11/09/2025

This exercise shows how an attack can often be redirected or smothered while the free hand counters. Note: the countering hand can also be used to block if it’s a multiple strike sequence. Otake sensei-86 years of age.
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