Page 143 - Muay Thai Training Exercises

or rear fist. It is rather difficult to deliver the stroke to the
chin, but if you can, it is very e ective. At close distances
the uppercut hook is often carried out to the body,
specifically to the ribs and the solar plexus.
Complete the hook on the way up and make sure that
you hit the target with your knuckles. On a punching bag
you can only suggest an uppercut to the head. The
technique is best trained on a maize bag.

• From the ght stance, step forward with your front
foot.
• Shift your weight to the foot on your active side and
bend your knees slightly.
• Some ghters also move their rear foot slightly to the
side before they deliver a rear hook.
• Move your st slightly down so that your upper arm
and lower arm form nearly a right angle. The other st
is kept above your jaw for protection.
• Deliver your st up with a jerk. Stretch your leg in the
process and turn along your foot, hips, and shoulder.
Shift your weight to the front.
• Quickly return your fist to the original position.