Vertical Fist explanation videos – Martial art techniques
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Today we publish a technical article on Vertical Fist. The classic punch of Bruce Lee and the JKD he created. It derives from the typical Chinese fist, for example of Wing Chun. But it was also the way of boxing with bare hands, before the introduction of boxing gloves.
There are endless discussions about whether horizontal or vertical punch is better. They have different characteristics, so they are useful in different situations. Or to physically different athletes. However, they are two different things. It is useless to decide at the table which is the best, better learn them and try them both. Then decide.
The main differences of the vertical fist are, positively, greater speed, major center line, and safety of the striking hand. Additionally, they are more capable of infiltrating a guard than the horizontal punch. On the negative side, less strength and penetration capacity, compared to punches that rotate the fist and involve the shoulder more. Therefore, they are more suitable for the advanced arm. And most recommended for Self Defense.
Also, while a Jab is learned quite easily, the vertical punch needs explosive force, typical of “snap” blows, to develop strength and speed at its best. Therefore, it requires a lot of physical training, based on speed, on muscular explosiveness.
Technically, there are various ways to develop an explosive and fast shot. Use your wrist and hand like a whip, concentrating all your strength there. Or “the wave” typical of some martial arts. Or take advantage of the thrust of the hips and triceps. The important thing, in any case, is the return of the arm as fast as the stroke, at least.
See also Tate Zuki, the vertical punch of Karate. And the One Inch Punch. Great workout to enhance your Vertical Fist.
Vertical Fist explanation video playlist
Below are same video examples and lessons. Taken from various martial arts and combat sports that teach the Vertical Fist.
In this playlist you will find:
Bruce Lee’s Jeet Kune Do Straight Lead 5:26
Vertical Fist—Fastest Efficient Punch—Rebel Wing Chun Core JKD Boxing 3:18
Wushu Fundamentals – Vertical Punch TUTORIAL 2:01
Wing Chun Kung Fu Sun Fist – Why a Vertical Fist? 2:58
Vertical Straight Punch 0:34
Why Vertical Fist Is Faster—Core JKD Boxing Technique 5:32
Street Fighting Techniques – How to Throw Powerful Vertical Punch – Muay Thai Kickboxing 8:17
Vertical fist slow and full speed 0:27
Vertical fist: Self-Defense Krav-Maga Strikes 3:07
Wing-Chun Vertical Punch – Basics 0:25
Surrey Wing Chun – The Vertical Fist 3:14
How to punch without gloves 6:21
Sifu Dusan Drazic – The Vertical Punch 1:03
Chinese Vertical Fist Jab 15:18
Striking for the street & Combatives part-1 (Vertical punch) 11:35
AMTT – ADVANCED MUAY THAI TECHNIQUES: Vertical vs Horizontal Fist 3:28
Horizontal Fist Punch or Vertical Fist Punch? | Why You Need Both Strikes 52:54
2 Knuckle Horizontal vs. 3 Knuckle Vertical Punch 8:53
Horizontal Punches VS Vertical Punches 4:51
JKD Vertical Punch Vs Horizontal Punch 5:12
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