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Combatives training vs martial arts training and revisiting the front thrust kick as a lead
In this video I discuss the primary difference between combatives training and traditional martial arts training.
I also reference the recent video where I presented the front thrust kick as a potential lead strike.
The primary difference between combatives training and martial arts is that combatives focus on principles while martial arts focus on techniques.
Combatives were borne out of the need to train soldiers in hand to hand combat over a short period of time.
Avid martial arts students will study an art for years and learn hundreds of techniques for dealing with a variety of attack. However, they tend to master few, if any of these techniques.
Combatives principles tend to perform better under pressure testing, especially when the person being attacked has limited experience with fighting.
In this particular video I reference the previous front thrust video to indicate the principle of moving forward and taking ground was in play in that demo, not to mention the principle of striking first.
The best defense tends to be a good offense. In an assault, if all you are doing is defending, you are losing.
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Front Thrust Kick as a lead technique for a street fight
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Kicks are generally not great for lead techniques in a street fight. Yes, some people who train in martial arts will deploy them as if they are in an MMA match. If you find yourself squaring up with someone in the street as if you are in the cage, you're not smart. With that said, there can be times when a kick can be deployed in a threatening situation. A front thrust kick can be deployed effe...
Best Leg Exercises for developing power in your strikes and kicks
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In this video I discuss my favorite exercises for developing strength and power in the legs. These are great exercises to help you add power to your strikes and kicks. practical-kungfu.com th-cam.com/video/nhoikoUEI8U/w-d-xo.html
The Vital Pyramid of Combatives Training
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The Vital Pyramid is the general model we follow in combatives training. It should also be discussed in martial arts schools as well. practical-kungfu.com
How not to get your ass kicked
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I've been watching a bunch of street fighting videos as of late, courtesy of MMA commentator Steve Inman. There is a common theme among the people who are losing these fights... they tend to have their hands down and chin wide open. In this video I discuss how you should handle a situation where you are dealing with someone who is looking for a fight. practical-kungfu.com
How to hit hard for self defense
มุมมอง 119ปีที่แล้ว
practical-kungfu.com In this video I demonstrate how to add more power with your strikes by generating power from the ground up. Link for the Everlast heavy bag on Amazon here... amzn.to/3OV6iRn
3 more important strikes for self defense
มุมมอง 102ปีที่แล้ว
practical-kungfu.com Here are three more important striking tools to enhance your self defense capabilities. These include the rapid eye blitz, front snap kick and front knee thrust. I've covered all of these individually previously on the channel, so be sure to check out those videos as well. You can find that heavy bag I use on Amazon here... amzn.to/454HQT0
3 Primary Striking tools for self defense
มุมมอง 320ปีที่แล้ว
practical-kungfu.com In this video I discuss the three primary striking tools we like to deploy in a typical street fight or barroom brawl. These are the palm heel strike, hammerfist and elbow strike.
Self Defense and Combatives Concept - The Default Flinch Response
มุมมอง 78ปีที่แล้ว
practical-kungfu.com In the world of combatives, the idea that you can block a punch with a fancy technique is generally viewed with scorn, as trying to employ multiple martial arts techniques in the heat of battle doesn't do well under pressure testing. What combatives instructors generally propose to employ instead is a default flinch response. This idea was first taught by Tony Blauer and th...
Strength Training For Kung Fu and Self-Defense - The Deadlift
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practical-kungfu.com It's important for any martial artist, or anyone interested in self protection to get strong. The best way to get strong relatively fast is through strength training with barbells. The Deadlift should be the cornerstone exercise of any strength training program. It is part of the Warrior Fitness program I've put together as well. You can learn about that here... practical-k...
Strength training for kung fu and self defense
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practical-kungfu.com Serious strength training should be a significant part of any training program for people interested in their own self protection. Predators will more often than not avoid big and strong people. Also, strong people have the potential to hit and kick much harder. The fastest way to get big and strong is with barbell training. The four best exercises for building strength are...
Knife Hand Block
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practical-kungfu.com The knife hand block is one we learn in formal kung fu training to deal with a rounded strike coming in toward the head. The idea is to use the knife edge to strike into the bicep as the punch is coming in. This not only blocks the punch, but disables the arm.
Exchange Blocking Technique
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practical-kungfu.com In this video I demonstrate the Single Palm Eye Exchange blocking technique. This is a more complex type of blocking technique that involves both hands, typically dealing with a straight line strike coming in toward our center line.
Kung Fu Leopard and Crane Form Part 1
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practical-kungfu.com Happy Father's Day! I wanted to celebrate Father's Day by sharing a section of a Leopard and Crane form I learned years ago. First I demonstrate the form and follow it up with an explanation of the form applications. Enjoy!
Thoughts on skill development
มุมมอง 29ปีที่แล้ว
practica-kungfu.com In this video I discuss the idea of focusing your attention on the development of a handful of fighting skills, and why this is a good idea, as opposed to trying to learn hundreds of techniques.
How to do pushups on your knuckles the right way
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How to do pushups on your knuckles the right way
3 more kung fu stances. Cat Stance, Back Stance, Snake Stance
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3 more kung fu stances. Cat Stance, Back Stance, Snake Stance
2 More Kung Fu Stances - Twisted Stance and Monkey Stance
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2 More Kung Fu Stances - Twisted Stance and Monkey Stance
Charging Horse Stance
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Charging Horse Stance
Leaning Horse Stance
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Leaning Horse Stance
Roundhouse Kick
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Roundhouse Kick
Blocks for straight line strikes
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Blocks for straight line strikes
Blocks for rounded strikes
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Blocks for rounded strikes
Outside Crescent Kick
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Outside Crescent Kick
The Palm Slap
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The Palm Slap
Inside Crescent Kick
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Inside Crescent Kick
Rear Thrust Kick
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Rear Thrust Kick
The Most Important Skill For Winning a Street Fight
มุมมอง 54ปีที่แล้ว
The Most Important Skill For Winning a Street Fight
Side Thrust Kick
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Side Thrust Kick
Front Thrust Kick
มุมมอง 40ปีที่แล้ว
Front Thrust Kick

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  • @pregenie
    @pregenie หลายเดือนก่อน

    Your doing your dropping your foot as you kick. A trained fighter will pull your foot forward and remove your balance. If you did it correctly your weight would not pass through the center of gravity. Using that technique you can still step forward but your opponent cannot use your loss of center of gravity against you.

  • @hotpopcorncake
    @hotpopcorncake หลายเดือนก่อน

    In Kung Fu, I learned that kick that I've never used in my life, but it remains a part of my arsenal.

  • @hotpopcorncake
    @hotpopcorncake หลายเดือนก่อน

    There are tons of ways of the roundhouse kick. i done these kicks in mantis kung fu but I follow it with combo, But it's best to bring it back in fighting stance position. In TKD if they throw low kicks it would be Front, back or side kick. Mostly the low kick they throw aren't powerful but you can direct the kick for real round house kick.

  • @hotpopcorncake
    @hotpopcorncake หลายเดือนก่อน

    I would avoid kicking with a knife in my opinion, I seen TKD demo with fake knife but they nothing like a real one

  • @HaughtKarl-jx9vr
    @HaughtKarl-jx9vr หลายเดือนก่อน

    I find it funny that all these old men are worried about getting into street fights, so they practice TH-cam street fighting in their basements.

    • @renaissancehick
      @renaissancehick หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yeah the uploader and half the commenters are just a bunch of posers.

    • @PracticalKungFu
      @PracticalKungFu หลายเดือนก่อน

      I find it funny that people create TH-cam accounts to make stupid comments on TH-cam videos.

    • @renaissancehick
      @renaissancehick หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@PracticalKungFu I find it funny that people posting videos think that everyone is going to pat them on the back and they will receive no criticism ever.

    • @PracticalKungFu
      @PracticalKungFu หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@renaissancehick criticism is one thing. Just being an asshole is another. You're being an asshole.

    • @renaissancehick
      @renaissancehick หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@PracticalKungFu the feeling is mutual. You couldn't fight your way out of a wet paper bag.

  • @Desperado3248
    @Desperado3248 หลายเดือนก่อน

    There is no structure in your kick. You should be able to shift weight, deliver and recover, not plop down after delivering the kick, which leaves you unbalanced and unable to deliver another technique

    • @PracticalKungFu
      @PracticalKungFu หลายเดือนก่อน

      There's always one in the crowd. smh

    • @Desperado3248
      @Desperado3248 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Always one who knows what they are talking about. Goodbye

    • @Noone-y5z
      @Noone-y5z หลายเดือนก่อน

      Is why I was trying to talk him out of using that kick,

    • @Noone-y5z
      @Noone-y5z หลายเดือนก่อน

      YES!!! kicking is an ART!

  • @kramkalisthenics
    @kramkalisthenics 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Front snap kicks have worked for me 3 times. Totally ended it.

    • @PracticalKungFu
      @PracticalKungFu 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I would venture to guess that most people watching my videos don't have the skill to get that done. I know I don't. Which is also why I am inclined to avoid fights altogether.

    • @kramkalisthenics
      @kramkalisthenics 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@PracticalKungFu I hear you. It was a long time ago but I was sparring a lot then and it was a natural reaction to being attacked. Running was not an option.

    • @PracticalKungFu
      @PracticalKungFu 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@kramkalisthenics LOL, I don't think running would be an option for me anymore!

    • @Noone-y5z
      @Noone-y5z 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes they do Very effective. they hit fast like a jab but when timed right have devastating explosive power.

  • @Noone-y5z
    @Noone-y5z 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I am glad you included the disclaimer in your comments. I am 58 and have practiced a plethora of martial arts all my life since I was 12 years old. I am a professional security operative ( over 20 years ) ... A trained fighter will spot it in an instant. Most of you, telegraph a kick, you do not keep your guard but flap elbows, drop your guard or bob around or otherwise telegraph kicks all the time. A thrust kick "dwells" too long upon impact, while you may connect and cause pain you risk having your foot caught by the opponent, if he is using a blade he can easily splay your hamstring open and or kill you there and then, so do not thrust kick. A snap kick to the lower jaw ( or weapon hand ) , literally snaps out and back as fast or faster. Imagine the dynamic........ Snap kick with your rear foot to a protruding appendage land back where you started to keep space( keep your guard and knees bent so as NOT to telegraph a kick. practice this in the mirror, no bobbing of the head no flapping of the elbows ). As a general rule, do not thrust kick as a lead unless you are very, very, very fast. As a general rule do not kick in a street fight, you want to end it as fast as possible and bug out immediately. IF you are great at kicks and feel the need to kick, then snap kick instead and walk away. He will be down and probably out. Also remember kicks are much harder to justify to a Judge and jury......any of you whom have trained in MA for a few years can easily kill with a snap kick to the head. Be careful or live with the consequences. Respect and honour. Love always first, violence as a last resort.

    • @PracticalKungFu
      @PracticalKungFu 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Agreed. Which is why I qualified that it will only be useful in a situation as I described. In general, someone coming toward you with a knife is probably not a trained fighter, just a criminal. I also don't recommend trying to throw kicks high in a street altercation, as I also suggested in the video.

    • @PracticalKungFu
      @PracticalKungFu 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Well said... we are on the same page. Most of us don't have your skill, so I am more inclined to gear my content toward people more like me.

    • @Noone-y5z
      @Noone-y5z 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@PracticalKungFuYou are practiced so I will speak to all here as if in " senior class" If one is not well practiced with kicks. Please avoid using them outside of training. They are slow and as discussed previously, they are easily telegraphed. I get you want to push him away. BUT with a knife wielder you want to close the distance and end it asap. Maybe use his momentum and get him face down behind you so as to open up an escape path. Avoid going toe to toe with someone with a blade, with your front thrust kick you are committed to a frontal assault landing forwards of your starting point, with little room for error all while he is coming forwards with no chance of reversing your motion.... You will bleed. Always go into a knife fight in cold blood and expecting to come out bleeding.

    • @alanrawson-wg8io
      @alanrawson-wg8io หลายเดือนก่อน

      Spot on sir. I was trained by my first Sensei to never kick above the groin. Mostly snap kicks to legs.

  • @HaughtKarl-jx9vr
    @HaughtKarl-jx9vr 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The best way to not get your ass kicked is to not fight people.

  • @liamoconnor2311
    @liamoconnor2311 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yo thanks bro cuz I'm a black belt in kick boxing and my punches are hard but now there better thank you so much😁

  • @joaoiorq4010
    @joaoiorq4010 ปีที่แล้ว

    nice video!

  • @Knucky_Sammich
    @Knucky_Sammich ปีที่แล้ว

    I've had lower back issues for years. I'll put my heavy bag on the floor and hook my feet under a barbell (or whatever will hold my weight) and do hyperextensions over the bag. The range of motion is small, because of the bag being close to the floor. But this really activates the muscles in my lower back. I find this works much better than the typical hyperextension bench.

    • @PracticalKungFu
      @PracticalKungFu ปีที่แล้ว

      Cool... I'll have to try that. Right now, the only low back exercise I get are superman's and straight leg deadlifts with light dumbbells. I still have to be careful with the last exercise.