"Any technique you do has the potential to hurt you, not just the bad guy." How true! Cool insight, thanks!
@AndoMierzwa7 жыл бұрын
Hate to learn that the hard way, but yes, sir! Thanks for the comment!
@michaelw78677 жыл бұрын
Ando Mierzwa Yes, I injured myself once hitting a heavy bag incorrectly. And I met a guy once who broke his hand punching an attacker in the skull. Fortunately, he also knocked the attacker out, so was able to make his getaway. With medical care his hand healed completely, so he survived successfully.
@patrickrichardson14406 жыл бұрын
Michael W i thought if you hit the nose directly you could kill a person with a higher percent chance than hitting somewhere else
@sourish2515 Жыл бұрын
"every action has an opposite reaction"
@michaelw7867 Жыл бұрын
@@patrickrichardson1440 Here's a good quick explanation of that question: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/js91qc2f2bempZ8.html
@aeromaton7 жыл бұрын
Great video! I use palm strikes because I have arthritis in my hand and knuckles. Getting old sucks but it beats the alternative.
@AndoMierzwa7 жыл бұрын
Ha! Yes, I'll take old over dead any day! :)
@martialartsscience5605 жыл бұрын
Thank you, this year I have been working on modifying my street or self-defense whichever one you call it 2 using the Palm strikes for my jab cross hook uppercut..... I didn't know that point that you brought up about angling... You probably kept me from breaking my wrist because I didn't think about that one LOL
@nickcampbell82776 жыл бұрын
So we're gonna ignore the fact he said Squarebob Spongepants
@AndoMierzwa6 жыл бұрын
Just trying to find out who the fans are. :)
@Msosbog3 жыл бұрын
...and avoid any legal problems. Bikini Bottom has some real sharks for lawyers...
@j5jackson8783 жыл бұрын
yoo undying right now lmfao
@ashkelly1565 Жыл бұрын
Frfr
@thisaccountisdead90607 жыл бұрын
I think the wierdest strike I've ever had on me was from a chinese guy I was sharing a flat with. He said "hold out your forearm" - that was my first stupid mistake (honestly he could've broken my arm). And he just, without any effort, with a completely relaxed arm, and from only a short distance away as well really, just dropped his forearm onto mine - the pain drained the color from my face. He said "This is what we learn in Kung Fu - to just use gravity". I thought "Well, no shit."
@AndoMierzwa7 жыл бұрын
Ha! Then you grabbed a bat and said, "Stick out your head." Thanks for sharing! :)
@thisaccountisdead90607 жыл бұрын
Oh I did worse than that - I gave him a sample of my english cooking! xD (glad it wasn't my turn to clean the can...)
@AndoMierzwa7 жыл бұрын
HA!! :D
@jbslittleshop28976 жыл бұрын
Well versed at arm banging. The Chinese arts are great at this. Our blocks are like a strike!!! When we block it's designed to hurt like a blow to your appendage!!!
@zibtihaj32134 жыл бұрын
How exactly did he do it ?
@freemanchrisx4 жыл бұрын
I'm watching at least one of your videos a day for the last few days, I really appreciate your presentation and attitude. I'm an older fellow myself, and can really relate to practice in a manner that minimizes any chance of injury, thanks for these, I'm going to try to keep watching, I really enjoy your channel!
@AndoMierzwa4 жыл бұрын
I’m honored, sir! Thanks for saying hello!
@Jazzman-bj9fq5 жыл бұрын
Wow, this is one of the most important self-defense/martial arts videos I've seen in a great while. All martial artists should watch this vid.
@AndoMierzwa5 жыл бұрын
I appreciate that. Thank you! 🙏🏻
@elektras63255 жыл бұрын
Just broke mine on breaking a double board today. Something tells me I should’ve watched this first😬 - white belt student
@AndoMierzwa5 жыл бұрын
Sorry for your pain, Elektra! Let it heal and you'll be back and better than ever!
@brennanschweitzer8404 жыл бұрын
Sensei Ando, I am now a fan! Excellent advice, and moreover your focus on conflict avoidance. But push can come to shove. Your guidance grants survival to the common person.
@AndoMierzwa4 жыл бұрын
Avoidance is always number one if you can. Thanks for the comment, sir!
@dr.j67476 жыл бұрын
I believe the chin jab (palm heel strike) was William Fairbairn's favorite strike, and it is definitely one of mine. Thx for the "fine tuning".
@AndoMierzwa5 жыл бұрын
It’s a classic for a reason… it works!
@hellhills33327 жыл бұрын
one more way is to twist you body when you punch, boxing basics, although this only applies for long distance punching
@AndoMierzwa7 жыл бұрын
Good point. Extending and pivoting will also put your shoulder in line. Thank you!
@thomasputa24347 жыл бұрын
But it still won't align your wrist to the surface angle, right?
@AndoMierzwa7 жыл бұрын
Depends on which part of the face you're hitting!
@ShawnJonesHellion6 жыл бұрын
Actually i change positions to add power to very very short strikes
@Tigrebleau15 жыл бұрын
Using a good boxing strike delivery - engaging your shoulders, hips and strong-side leg - not only delivers the palm strike at the correct angle, it also adds a lot of power and "winds up" your torso for a follow up strike with the other hand. Ando should have mentioned snapping the fingers back at the point of impact to stiffen the heel of the hand to deliver more force and get the palm and fingers out of the way. Else, the palm [heel] strike is just a push instead of a real strike. Try it yourself to see the difference between just thrusting the palm heel forward to contact the target and snapping the fingers back at contact.
@david69funk4 жыл бұрын
Great information. Highly important to minimise damage to yourself whenever possible. 🙏
@AndoMierzwa4 жыл бұрын
Absolutely! Thanks for the comment!
@onpsxmember Жыл бұрын
Good points! I came here after looking into Bas Rutten's bone strikes. He broke one of his hands after an opponent closed in mid punch. Your points make a fine addition.
@AndoMierzwa Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the comment! 🙏🏻
@MrFacundo7 Жыл бұрын
Another very useful video Sensei Ando. One of the best youtube channels💪👍✌
@AndoMierzwa Жыл бұрын
Deeply honored, my friend. Thank you! 🙏🏻
@FrancisMaxino6 жыл бұрын
If you pull your rear shoulder back and apply the palm heel strike similar to a straight lead jab in boxing, the problems of trying to hit centre with the twisted wrist is no longer an issue because you are starting in a more natural slightly side on ready stance rather than square on and the skeletal extension is in a stronger, more effective alignment. Another thing is to remember to pull the top of your hand back (finger tip end) as far back as you can when striking the heavy bag to help ensure that you are striking with the base of the palm.
@AndoMierzwa6 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the tips, Francis!
@JesusisJesus3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, I was taught this as a kid, but when I’ve needed to use it, I have always either forgotten about it or done it wrong.
@AndoMierzwa3 жыл бұрын
I need to remind myself of things all the time!
@Bansheexero4 жыл бұрын
Yeah, a friend showed me the concept similarly. You square off and stand at a distance so that the fist is a few inches in front of the face. Then, take one step to the side and try the same thing, the fist should have more than enough reach to hit the face. Arms form arcs with reach and their apogee is when the shoulder lines up, not the torso.
@AndoMierzwa4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the follow up!
@abdulmutalibshuaibu71827 жыл бұрын
You are the best teacher (martial arts)
@AndoMierzwa7 жыл бұрын
You, sir, are awesome for saying that. Thank you!
@fareedkhan46014 жыл бұрын
U r really good n logical person, salute u sir
@AndoMierzwa4 жыл бұрын
Salute to you as well, sir!
@JAM1717JAM Жыл бұрын
This is the most helpful palm strike tip ever! simple & clear! thank u sir!
@AndoMierzwa Жыл бұрын
Very welcome! Thank you for the comment!
@AaazzzPapageorgantis7 жыл бұрын
another great video.Thank you sir
@AndoMierzwa7 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching, my friend!
@Mbq-sh6bj7 жыл бұрын
Great video. Who would've thought there'd be so much to consider when doing the "old reliable" palm strike! But more than that, great attitude you bring to each video (except when you played a bad guy in Shane Faizen's video). I learned (too late in life) that the happier a person is, the less he will feel a need to fight. It's not just about being confident from being strong & well-equipped with various techniques but being HAPPY. Hence my admiration for the name you wear, "Happy Life Martial Arts". Good job, Sensei Ando.
@AndoMierzwa7 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much! You nailed it. I think success as a human being and martial artist is demonstrated through kindness, not cruelty. Even when you fight, you fight for what you love, not against what you hate. So, keep smiling! :)
@sankalpabanerjee62187 жыл бұрын
Great video Sensei, good to know I was doing this right. Square Bob Spongepants doesn't stand half a chance now!
@AndoMierzwa7 жыл бұрын
Ha! Good... don't let Bob push you around! :)
@billalzerouali25283 жыл бұрын
@@AndoMierzwa yeah bob erased a uni
@jonathanbrandon24097 жыл бұрын
More awesome instruction. I wish I could afford classes, but these videos are just great. Thanks Ando, please keep posting.
@AndoMierzwa7 жыл бұрын
Just practice what you can, when you can, sir. Thank you for the comment!
@sirrivet95574 жыл бұрын
I bruised my wrist badly just inccorectly palm striking a foam target. I can only imagine what a hard skull would do
@Msosbog3 жыл бұрын
Exactly. Striking and blocking are similar in that you're still taking a beating. Conditioning helps a lot, but don't be in a rush; start slow and light, build up muscle memory while you slowly introduce speed and power over time. Expect some pain and possible (hopefully not!) injury, but always allow for healing. Stay safe, some people's heads are like bricks 😁
@pm20506 жыл бұрын
Smart advice!! Very good at describing the misconceptions of following the Centerline! And yes the SpongeBob reference was funny!
@AndoMierzwa6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the comment, my friend!
@dropweightdaddy7 жыл бұрын
Great tip Ando. I really enjoy your simple and effective tips. Thank you.
@AndoMierzwa7 жыл бұрын
Always grateful for your feedback, sir! Happy hitting!
@davidwayne99822 жыл бұрын
This is one of my FAVORITE techniques--- it is VERY effective, safer (if done correctly)..and if filmed by someone LOOKS more like you were being defensive and pushing the attacker away!!!
@AndoMierzwa2 жыл бұрын
Agreed!
@nathanbradley59286 жыл бұрын
Nice video but did you say square Bob sponge pants
@AndoMierzwa6 жыл бұрын
I did. I’m old. :)
@noorahmad85252 жыл бұрын
And here I thought the goal was to hit the the nose as hard as possible thanks for clearing my misconception brother keep up the good work
@AndoMierzwa2 жыл бұрын
I appreciate that. Thank you! 🙏🏻
@HighSpeedHamilton5 жыл бұрын
-"Squarebob Spongepants"- XD
@AndoMierzwa5 жыл бұрын
I still can’t get it right! 😁
@Docinaplane7 жыл бұрын
Very good basic tutorial! As well as what you showed, I use the PHS swinging the hand from the sides also, to the ears or ribs, for example. Here's one for you: Could you do a tutorial on the head butt. How to do it AND how to train for it (without giving yourself a concussion :-) I just can't see using a makiwara for head butt training, lol
@AndoMierzwa7 жыл бұрын
I actually just made a video on using the head over on Stephan Kesting's self-defense channel. Here it is: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/iJ2WZbmLx5yxdo0.html
@WoodApe1002 жыл бұрын
Straight up the middle I'd go with a closed fist 1-2 combo....or maybe extend fingers at eyes depending. But I do like a palm heel under the ear or a palm heel into the liver...Bas Rutten instantly dropped many big men with a palm heel to the liver and it's wide open target on a lot of big guys.
@crustybunny24752 жыл бұрын
Palm strike tip was great. Will keep it in mind when we do pad and bag drills.
@AndoMierzwa2 жыл бұрын
Awesome! Happy training!👍🏼
@elvingarcia38695 жыл бұрын
I like you ways of explain things ,wish i was near your academy-dojo i would be a student
@AndoMierzwa5 жыл бұрын
Very kind of you to say, sir!
@jorgeloya64205 жыл бұрын
Simple techniques but very effective
@AndoMierzwa5 жыл бұрын
Simpler is usually better! :)
@altairnilo7 жыл бұрын
Thanks Sensei Ando. Center the palm, base the palm, without twist, that´s I pratice against targets to take experience and adjust technics. Like others kinds of attacks, from hands to feet. Much better seeing this videos and learning ever more. Health and peace for you and students.
@AndoMierzwa7 жыл бұрын
Health and peace to you, too, my friend!
@RamunasLabonas7 жыл бұрын
Nice lesson. Nice new logo!
@AndoMierzwa7 жыл бұрын
Thanks! And thanks! :)
@eric189936 жыл бұрын
Thanks for putting subtitle, I can understand whole video.
@AndoMierzwa6 жыл бұрын
I'm glad someone is reading those things! :) Thanks for letting me know.
@Msosbog3 жыл бұрын
Wait...reading what? 😄
@maxbauer8397 жыл бұрын
Great video once again! Thanks! Would you like to do something like this on the elbow strike?
@AndoMierzwa7 жыл бұрын
I guess it's going to come up eventually!
@bighutch5117 жыл бұрын
Fantastic video.
@AndoMierzwa7 жыл бұрын
I appreciate that! Thank you, sir!
@steveholland69827 жыл бұрын
Good advice
@AndoMierzwa7 жыл бұрын
Thank you, sir!
@amithmathew17604 жыл бұрын
This guy is the best teacher
@AndoMierzwa4 жыл бұрын
I appreciate that. Thank you! 🙏🏻
@FreestyleTaeKwonDoFederation7 жыл бұрын
great stuff Ando. Such a simple strike yet you covered a lot of important details.
@AndoMierzwa7 жыл бұрын
Much appreciated, sir! As you know, it's the little things that make the biggest difference! :)
@macabrother755 жыл бұрын
Pure wisdom! Any hand strike starts from the base of the feet through hips to generate proper torque on impact. If the body is aligned naturally, the strike will feel natural.
@AndoMierzwa5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the kind words! 🙏🏻
@Msosbog3 жыл бұрын
Green man...the truth of your profile pic hurts me right here👉 ❤ 🙏
@mikevieira60413 жыл бұрын
I punched the right way, and have broking my fist not my wrist. Nobody tells you that there is a lot of pressure on your wrists in fight, but I have certainly felt it afterwards.
@muhammadaijaz24877 жыл бұрын
nice sir
@AndoMierzwa7 жыл бұрын
Thank you, sir!
@BaselessTheoryLive6 жыл бұрын
Thank you, thank you for this!
@AndoMierzwa6 жыл бұрын
Of course! Happy training!
@soumyaraj40427 жыл бұрын
absolutely right sensei! hitting the centre while twisting the palm means breaking it..i agree..thanks for your helpful tips :)
@AndoMierzwa7 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your vote, sir!
@annoyed7077 жыл бұрын
If your hand/fist is in that position, instead of twisting your wrist to make a dangerous palm strike just fire a hammer fist, knife hand or back knuckle into the face.
@mick62mick5 жыл бұрын
I love your informative videos. All done in a pleasant manner.
@AndoMierzwa5 жыл бұрын
Much appreciated! 🙏🏻
@Meymeygwis3 жыл бұрын
Always valuable, good spirited and wise with Sensei Ando!
@AndoMierzwa3 жыл бұрын
I appreciate that. Thank you! 🙏🏻
@budekins5426 жыл бұрын
Thumbs up for putting safety first.
@AndoMierzwa6 жыл бұрын
The older you get, the more you regret bad habits! :)
@jackpostjiujitsu3 жыл бұрын
thanks, Im getting into a fight after the class Im in right nnow so I'm binge watching your videos while in class
@AndoMierzwa3 жыл бұрын
Hope you’re OK!
@jackpostjiujitsu3 жыл бұрын
@@AndoMierzwa thanks, I won
@handpan-relaxingmeditation33164 жыл бұрын
brilliant! - The video I was searching for.
@ricardoortiz93714 жыл бұрын
Muchas gracias! 😊
@AndoMierzwa4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching!
@myst1cd4g0n7 жыл бұрын
Thank you sir another great video!
@vanillla34256 жыл бұрын
"square bob sponge pants" lol 1:39
@AndoMierzwa6 жыл бұрын
An honest mistake. :D
@Hero-ut7vx Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the informative video!
@AndoMierzwa11 ай бұрын
Thank you for watching!
@timlinator3 жыл бұрын
Great video. We teach the palm heel strike in our Karate class and it can be found in many Kata's.
@AndoMierzwa3 жыл бұрын
Excellent!
@MrBaxterrify7 жыл бұрын
Listen to your body and train smart-I like that!
@AndoMierzwa7 жыл бұрын
Simple, really! Or is it? :)
@lildope72274 жыл бұрын
Best video ever
@AndoMierzwa4 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@jeffreyolson21395 ай бұрын
Great advice!
@AndoMierzwa5 ай бұрын
Thank you very much!
@diosdadoapias7 жыл бұрын
You are correct sir that when you punch on the center line your fist will not impact on the fore and middle finger but on the middle, ring and pinky knuckles- the natural position of the fist when punched toward the center. To land the fore and middle knuckles, you adjust the position of the fist a little twitching outward so that the fore and middle knuckles will position to hit the center. The Okinawan had a way to correct this by moving their body off-center on the side of the arm that will punch so they straight punch without adjusting the position of the fist. In palm strike as i practice it, the natural position of the palm when stretch out is not flat but a little twisted where in the outer edge of the palm will be the one to initially touch the object of a pal-push; the palm is like making a chop with its edge. when the outer edge of palm make contact the palm will the twist so that the flat of the palm will fully contact with the lower part near the wrist that will brunt the weight of the push or strike.
@AndoMierzwa7 жыл бұрын
That all sounds right! Glad you pay attention to the details, sir!
@VTPSTTU Жыл бұрын
Thanks! This was interesting.
@AndoMierzwa Жыл бұрын
I appreciate that. Thank you! 🙏🏻
@hungry2hear4 жыл бұрын
To your point about "straight on counter" . The body is best protected when the joints are 'allowed' to move in their created context, meaning it works best in natural motion or in stable stance. SO when as you said strike at an angle but "fitting the fight" you are more apt to dissect or damage an opponents joints moving in counter to their natural flow and function. As in straight on facing but allowing your strike to move in fluid motion, you will naturally malign the normal movement of the opponents joint which is its normal defense.
@AndoMierzwa4 жыл бұрын
Appreciate the analysis! Thank you!
@shakilborhanprince23112 күн бұрын
Twisting wrist to the other side is safe, with the heel of the blade of the palm. In fact, keeping the palm pushed on the blade side feels more stable. Your thought on this?
@victorc.90727 жыл бұрын
great video sensei, now that i see the video i realized that this also applies to hammer fists when I throw them straight down the center line they feel awkward and have no power but when i do it at a little angle suddenly i can put all my weight behind them i aim for the bridge of the nose or the side of the chin.
@AndoMierzwa7 жыл бұрын
Exactly! Good thought, Victor. Happy hitting!
@ColonelBanana3 жыл бұрын
Scrolling through KZfaq and found some goodies.
@AndoMierzwa3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Colonel!👍🏼
@engchoontan8483 Жыл бұрын
Angles to ponder upon If the center is a limiter for yourself to punch into the other side of the ribs, right hand into opponent's left side edge of right half of his ribs... If the half clenched palm strike fingers are to be as guides and slides to the palm heel. If the jaw can be broken or dislocated by learning physiology and hinges Waist height is knee bending and foot placing and ... no use torso to control height of strike
@AndoMierzwa Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the thoughts!
@matkasim5 жыл бұрын
Perfect explanation. Thanks sensei
@AndoMierzwa5 жыл бұрын
My pleasure! Thanks!
@truebluekit7 жыл бұрын
"Keep smiling, friend"? Smile? I broke my wrist because of you! Smile you say? Sorry, couldn't help myself. It's the big goofy face on your shirt, sensei. Contagious as shit. Keep the vids comin'.
@AndoMierzwa7 жыл бұрын
+truebluekit Ha! I want to die with a big goofy smile! Thanks for the support!
@LeedForFree7 жыл бұрын
Great Video :) keep going on thx for all of your Contend
@AndoMierzwa7 жыл бұрын
My pleasure. Thanks for the comment!
@miscsilliness7 жыл бұрын
Could you do a video on some techniques of a larger, stronger person grabs you from the front with 2 hands then one as he frees up to strike you? Excellent instruction BtW Subscribed and hit the "notify" bell.
@AndoMierzwa7 жыл бұрын
That's a big issue. I was thinking about putting a whole course together on that one! Thanks for tipping the scales!
@waheedmaqsoodi28377 жыл бұрын
How do you look so fresh in every single video?? You are really awesome sensei :D
@AndoMierzwa7 жыл бұрын
Ha! Thank you. My secret is... soap! :)
@Msosbog3 жыл бұрын
Ladies and gentlemen, I think that one is going to leave the stadium on it's way to the parking lot...
@gopimk31223 ай бұрын
thanks
@AndoMierzwa3 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@sketchysim53514 жыл бұрын
My classmate and I were "practising" a fight and he was going straight and I was using things that I learnt from your channel. Then he grabbed and twisted my wrist and I was staying still because It was pretty normal to me and he was like " WHAT THE F*" and I laughed so hard! 😂
@AndoMierzwa4 жыл бұрын
HA! 😄 Keep up the great work!
@tigerclaw84547 жыл бұрын
That's a good video, the first lesson in Tiger Claw Kung Fu how to strike with a palm.
@AndoMierzwa7 жыл бұрын
One of my favorites! Thanks for the comment!
@tigerclaw84547 жыл бұрын
Ando Mierzwa Where is your school based out of? I like your training
@AndoMierzwa7 жыл бұрын
I'm in L.A. I teach kids for a living and adults on the side. Thanks for asking!
@tigerclaw84547 жыл бұрын
Ando Mierzwa I used to teach Tiger Claw Kung Fu back in the 1990's. Also when I worked in a maximum security prisons I taught corrections officers in Virginia. I been doing a lot of traveling through the military.
@chickenoncsgo7 жыл бұрын
What's the least painful but best to dis arm someone? (Like school bullying and getting them out your face.) My technique. Pulling one arm back while using my other arm to put head down. Trying not to hurt as much and threatening.
@AndoMierzwa7 жыл бұрын
Like a head snap? Great move!
@juliodefreitas1574 жыл бұрын
Awesome video and thanks for sharing 👍
@AndoMierzwa4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for being here, sir!
@martasolti78467 жыл бұрын
When you jab, your shoulder behind that fist will move towards the centre, making your fist face square on to the target. So even though we practise as you said square on it is just to ensure that you're aiming at the target. Whoever would punch standing square on in a fight? Any kind of fight? Your body would move naturally. Mine does anyway... With a reverse punch you would step anyway, that is basic drill. I have done three different karate styles so far and this is true for all of them. Apart from that detail, good idea to draw attention to the fist position.
@AndoMierzwa7 жыл бұрын
Sounds good, Marta! As long as you rotate enough to get your shoulder behind your hand, that's a solid technique. But rotating too far can expose the back, so it's always a balancing act between full power and extension and protection. Thanks for the comment!
@martasolti78467 жыл бұрын
:) Yes it is. Stance is most important. Actually, I'm practising a move to convert a jab into a reverse punch at present, to maximise protection. Instead of stepping straight ahead and jab I change direction halfway, stepping at an angle, rotating so the jab arrives as a reverse punch. In this way I can use the now front hand for protection. Works as a counter too. Well, when I get it down properly:)
@poisonouspagan16905 жыл бұрын
Very true. Thanks
@AndoMierzwa5 жыл бұрын
Thank you , George!
@romeobobby33467 жыл бұрын
What he is saying is absolutely true. I remember I was sorta practicing my palm strikes standing square on a punching bag. I sprained my right wrist, and it stood sprained for about 4 months (I didn't ice it). It's a unnatural position. I texted this embarrassing experience of mine to help you, so try not to laugh at me too much.
@AndoMierzwa7 жыл бұрын
No laughing here. Thanks for the help!
@robsondoriva3 жыл бұрын
Amazing video. Now I’m your fun. Thanks
@AndoMierzwa3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the kind words! 🙏🏻
@user-fw9ni1ps8h7 жыл бұрын
awesome video as always
@AndoMierzwa7 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@cheiftain7323 жыл бұрын
From the side and a slight curve in your arm . Also down 12 to 6 to the bridge of the nose . Its a eye closer
@AndoMierzwa3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, Shane!
@ShinobiKun557 жыл бұрын
Another insightful video. Ando, any tips for dodging effectively or how to better use feints/dealing with them?
@AndoMierzwa7 жыл бұрын
That's a big question with lots of answers. But real quick, feint less, attack more! :)
@Mharriscreations6 жыл бұрын
One of the easiest ways to get better at dodging is to spar. You can start slow just to get you accustomed to the actions, but you'll need to pick up the speed. A great drill for this is what some call "slap boxing" just try and land slaps on your partner. It helps a lot. Of course there are tons of other ways to learn to dodge, but this is an easy and effective helper.
@shinyong99784 жыл бұрын
Thank you shifu
@AndoMierzwa4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching!
@PauldeSilvaG7 жыл бұрын
Good Video. I learned something. More please.
@AndoMierzwa7 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear that! More coming! :)
@sharpjoe61997 жыл бұрын
thanks sir for this video, Also training your wrist to be stronger.
@AndoMierzwa7 жыл бұрын
Training always helps! Thanks for watching, sir!
@minnesotakungfucom6 жыл бұрын
interesting video never seen anyone break their wrist with a palm heel but I can see how it could happen, (I once met someone who had a broken middle metacarpal from doing a hammer fist which at the time surprised me) my preference on palm heel is to usually use a horizontal instead of vertical one so the hand is going in the shape of the bag but that's not to target a middle target, it's more for side targets like jaw, temple, ribs and I'm pivoting to a flanking position while doing it
@AndoMierzwa6 жыл бұрын
Absolutely! That open hand is a versatile weapon, isn’t it? Make it fit! Thanks for the comment, sir.
@Warden-NiNJeN3 жыл бұрын
You're a great teacher, thank you! :D
@AndoMierzwa3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the kind words, Ninjen! 🙏🏻
@Warden-NiNJeN3 жыл бұрын
@@AndoMierzwa I appreciate people like you so much, wish you guys would get popular easily! 💙
@AndoMierzwa3 жыл бұрын
@@Warden-NiNJeN I appreciate you, too! 🙏🏻
@Warden-NiNJeN3 жыл бұрын
@@AndoMierzwa 🙏✨
@clever_girl_7663 жыл бұрын
Came here cause the way they show the palm strike in sniper elite is brutal as you literally shatter the dude’s jaw
@iiyaman697 жыл бұрын
Hello!! My name is Rad Mr Ando I am big fun and i have q to ask. Is there a chance that you will make some video about Kung Fu or record some podcast about it ?? Hmm Your story with it etc ?? I myself have some Kung Fu background and I would love to hear some of your story's about it. All the best !! Stay Awesome ^^
@AndoMierzwa7 жыл бұрын
Hi Rad! I'll keep referring to Kung Fu for sure. In the meantime, I also have a podcast. That's where I tend to tell stories. Here's the link. Happy training, sir! www.senseiando.com/fight-for-a-happy-life/
@koken_nigga9096 жыл бұрын
can you uplaod a video about the perfect way of knuckle conditioning? is punching walls good for knuckle strengthening? please kindly make a video on that
@AndoMierzwa6 жыл бұрын
I will add that to my list! Although I can tell you right now that I’m not big on hardening the knuckles. Alignment, yes!
@koken_nigga9096 жыл бұрын
Ando Mierzwa thnx very much fr giving your opinion. But will punching wall damage my knuckles in the future?
@drisszyani34976 жыл бұрын
In penchak thé tiger strike is thé best for head.
@AndoMierzwa6 жыл бұрын
Good to know!
@mandeesman78897 жыл бұрын
nice video I've never thought of it like that
@AndoMierzwa7 жыл бұрын
Different paths up the same mountain, sir!
@websurfer352 Жыл бұрын
The open hand strike can also be very dangerous?? If an experienced fighter grabs your arm and then your fingers extended in an open hand strike he then controls you?? Even a parry to your open hand strike would put him in position to grab your fingers?? I think the best option is hammerfists and forearm strikes!! A lot of guys know of finger control bouncers do it a lot!!
@jbslittleshop28976 жыл бұрын
Just watched your video. I see your thoughts are correct as usual. But,,, I have learned over my years of hung gar training. If you step and hit with opposite hand and foot the center line is a lot easier to hit. When you step with your left and hit with your right it will usually hit the center line. I may be wrong but give it a try and see what you think. 😀
@AndoMierzwa6 жыл бұрын
Sure! The step to the side moves your shoulder to the center line. As long as everything lines up, you're good to go! Go Hung Gar! :)
@jbslittleshop28976 жыл бұрын
Ando Mierzwa I really wasn't speaking of side stepping. I was speaking of stepping straight forward and driving through the opponent. I do enjoy you videos!! A lot of good information. Keep them coming!!😀
@AndoMierzwa6 жыл бұрын
Ah! Sorry for the misunderstanding. Thanks for the comments!
@John-ob7dh Жыл бұрын
I use palm strike on my floor mounted makiwara board .Used it for years .Only thing is I also used to practise knuckle strike twist wrist on it ( did shotokan for 8 years ) .Never had a problem with my wrist .So I am guessing that the advice about twisting your wrist on impact must really only apply to people who have never built up wrist power on a maki board.
@AndoMierzwa Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the comment!
@sinatra7407 Жыл бұрын
Ando, one suggestion, when showing an incorrect move, if possible, show that off colour or with an X, this would help to no end.
@AndoMierzwa Жыл бұрын
So noted.
@AW-xt4lx7 жыл бұрын
What about striking with the blade of your hand, the old "karate chop." I find my knuckles hurt when striking a heavy bag and I feel like I'm not doing it right because I can't go 100%
@AndoMierzwa7 жыл бұрын
Sure! I use the blade, too. Do whatever works for you!
@jakobw1357 жыл бұрын
STRAIGHT talk if ever I heard it, Ando. I just realized that practicing my vertical punches down the center line bends my wrists right/left. Instead I should be punching IN-LINE with my arms, or moving my body right/left of the center line - correct? :-)
@AndoMierzwa7 жыл бұрын
Yes! Keep your wrist straight behind your punch. Even a little bend can steal power and weaken the structure. Oh... I just got the "straight" talk joke... HA!