How to Block a Punch
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Elbow Block·fightTIPS
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Перевод: elbow block
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Обзор
The Elbow Block subfamily covers blocking techniques where the fighter uses the elbow — one of the hardest and most durable bones in the body — to intercept incoming strikes, both defending the target and potentially damaging the attacker's striking limb. [1] The elbow block is a double-purpose defence: it protects the body behind it while presenting a sharp, hard surface that can cut, bruise, or break the attacker's hand or shin upon contact. [1],[2] Elbow blocks are used primarily against body hooks, low kicks, and strikes to the midsection. [2],[3]
История и происхождение
Elbow blocking has been practised across multiple martial arts traditions, particularly in Muay Thai where blocking kicks with the elbow is a standard defensive technique designed to damage the attacker's leg. [1] The technique is also used in traditional karate and Silat as a destructive blocking method. [2],[3]
Страна происхождения· показано в случайном порядке
- ТаиландМуай-тай
- БразилияММА
- СШАММА
- Япония肘受け(Hiji Uke)Карате
- ИндонезияСилат
- МалайзияСилат
- ФилиппиныСилат
Эффективность
The elbow block uses the elbow to absorb body shots and hooks, protecting the ribs and liver. [1]
Родословная
The elbow block is a fundamental boxing and Muay Thai defence. [1]
Соревновательные результаты
Used in boxing, Muay Thai, and MMA competition. [1]
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Биомеханический механизм
Primary Action — Intercepting an incoming strike using a rigid arm, forearm, or shin structure to absorb or redirect force
Joints Involved — Forearm and elbow (primary blocking surface), shoulder (positioning), core (absorbing residual force)
Force Vector — Perpendicular to the incoming strike — meeting the attack at an angle dissipates force across the blocking surface
Defensive Mechanic — Hard blocks absorb impact directly; soft blocks redirect the strike's trajectory away from the target
Позиция и вход
From fighting stance — Maintain guard position, raise the forearm or shin to intercept the incoming strike before it reaches the target
As reactive defence — When the attack is detected, move the blocking limb into the strike's path to absorb or deflect the force
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3
Умеренный3/10
Blocking and parrying absorb strike force; hand/forearm injury from repeated blocking
Уровень мастерства, необходимый для надёжного выполнения техники
Средний
Разрешена ли техника по основным соревновательным правилам
— Unified MMA — Legal defensive technique
Unified Rules of MMA, August 2025PDFWBC/Boxing — Legal — blocking and evasion are core boxing skills {src— WBC Rules of Boxing}
— WKF — Legal — blocking is a fundamental karate skill
WKF Competition Rules 2024PDFKyokushin — Legal {src— IKO Kyokushin Tournament Rules}
— WT — Legal
WT Competition Rules 2024PDF— WAKO — Legal
WAKO Competition RulesPDFK-1/GLORY — Legal {src— K-1/GLORY Kickboxing Rules}
— IFMA — Legal
IFMA Muay Thai RulesPDFЗаметки по тренировке
✓The elbow block drops the elbow to protect the ribs and body from hooks, body kicks, and knees — a fundamental defence in Muay Thai and boxing
✓Drop the elbow tight against the ribs on the side of the incoming strike — the hard point of the elbow absorbs the impact
✓The elbow block is particularly effective against body hooks and round kicks to the body in Muay Thai
✓In Muay Thai, the elbow block against a body kick can injure the kicker's shin or foot if placed correctly
✓Tighten the core and brace for impact when using the elbow block — the abs and obliques help absorb the force
✓After the elbow block, immediately counter: if you blocked a body hook, fire a counter hook to the head
✓The elbow block can be combined with a slight lean into the strike to damage the attacking limb
Типичные ошибки
!Dropping the elbow too far from the ribs — the elbow must be tight against the body for structural support
!Blocking body strikes with the arm extended — bring the elbow in close
!Dropping the hand from chin level to execute the elbow block — the hand stays at the chin; the elbow drops
!Turning the body too far during the block — a slight turn is correct; too far exposes the back
!Not tightening the core — without abdominal bracing, the block absorbs less force
!Using the elbow block against head-level strikes — it's for body-level strikes; use forearms for head strikes
!Not countering after the block — the elbow block creates a brief opening for a counter
Связанные техники
Контрприёмы
Цепочка подготовки
1Read the Attack — recognize the incoming strike trajectory
2Position the Guard — place the blocking limb in the path of the strike
3Absorb Impact — brace for contact and deflect force away from vital targets
4Counter or Reset — immediately follow with a counter-attack or return to stance
Источники и ссылки
Основной источник
Karate-Do Kyohan: The Master Text (Gichin Funakoshi, 1935)
1КнигаKarate-Do Kyohan (Funakoshi, 1935)
Alias sources — [1] Boxing Mastery (Hatmaker, 2004) [2] Muay Thai: The Most Distinguished Art of Fighting (Kraitus, 1988) [3] MMA Instruction Manual (Ryan & Snowden, 2010)
2КнигаMuay Thai: The Art of Fighting (Kraitus, 2002)
Effectiveness sources — [1] Boxing: The Complete Guide to Training and Fitness (Hatmaker, 2004)
Official karate technique names (和語/漢語)
4ДругоеJapanese Martial Arts Standard Terminology (武道用語)
Established Japanese martial arts naming convention — native Japanese term (和語/漢語)
5ЦитатаKarate-Do Kyohan (Funakoshi, 1935)
Alias sources — [1] Boxing Mastery (Hatmaker, 2004) [2] Muay Thai: The Most Distinguished Art of Fighting (Kraitus, 1988) [3] MMA Instruction Manual (Ryan & Snowden, 2010)
6ЦитатаMuay Thai: The Art of Fighting (Kraitus, 2002)
Effectiveness sources — [1] Boxing: The Complete Guide to Training and Fitness (Hatmaker, 2004)
Сообщество
Атлетизм
Requires
forearm conditioning, reaction speed, structural stability
Favours
dense bone structure, strong forearms
Key muscles
forearm flexors/extensors, deltoids, biceps, core (absorbing impact)
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Часто задаваемые вопросы
Should I just block and stand still, or do something after blocking?
You should never just stand there and be a punching bag. After blocking, you need to move, counter, or slip away. FightTIPS emphasizes that blocking is only effective when combined with footwork and a counter-strike—standing still leaves you vulnerable.
How close should my arms be when blocking a punch?
You want to keep your arms and forearms close enough to defend effectively. This proximity allows you to both block the incoming strike and transition into a counter without exposing yourself.
What's the difference between catching a punch and intercepting it?
Intercepting is more of a traditional martial arts style block used in Taekwondo or Wing Chun, while catching a punch is similar to what boxers use and allows for immediate countering. FightTIPS notes that catching can be even more effective in street scenarios when combined with clinching and striking.
How long should I practice these blocking techniques?
FightTIPS recommends practicing these blocks for four months before you fully integrate them into your fighting.
Как работает Elbow Block?
The Elbow Block subfamily covers blocking techniques where the fighter uses the elbow — one of the hardest and most durable bones in the body — to intercept incoming strikes, both defending the target and potentially damaging the attacker's striking limb. The elbow block is a double-purpose defence: it protects the body behind it while presenting a sharp, hard surface that can cut, bruise, or break the attacker's hand or shin upon contact.
Откуда происходит Elbow Block?
Elbow blocking has been practised across multiple martial arts traditions, particularly in Muay Thai where blocking kicks with the elbow is a standard defensive technique designed to damage the attacker's leg. The technique is also used in traditional karate and Silat as a destructive blocking method.
Разрешён ли Elbow Block на соревнованиях?
Unified MMA: разрешён — Legal defensive technique; WBC/Boxing: разрешён — Legal — blocking and evasion are core boxing skills; WKF: разрешён — Legal — blocking is a fundamental karate skill; Kyokushin: разрешён — Legal; WT: разрешён — Legal; WAKO: разрешён — Legal; K: разрешён — 1/GLORY — Legal; IFMA: разрешён — Legal
Насколько опасен Elbow Block?
Оценка опасности 3/10. Moderate — blocking and parrying absorb strike force; hand/forearm injury from repeated blocking
Как подготовить Elbow Block?
Стандартная цепочка подготовки: Read the Attack → Position the Guard → Absorb Impact → Counter or Reset.
Как защититься от Elbow Block?
Стандартные контрприёмы: Feint — fake an attack to draw out the block then strike the opening / Level Change — switch attack levels to go around the blocking defence / Combination — throw multiple strikes to overwhelm the single defensive response.
Какие есть варианты Elbow Block?
Распространённые варианты: High block (forearm raised above the head to protect against overhead…); Low block (forearm driven downward to deflect kicks or body strikes); Cross block (forearm crosses the body to protect the opposite side); Double forearm block (both forearms together for maximum coverage).
Насколько эффективен Elbow Block на соревнованиях?
Used in boxing, Muay Thai, and MMA competition.
Какие типичные ошибки при выполнении Elbow Block?
Основные ошибки, на которые стоит обратить внимание: Dropping the elbow too far from the ribs — the elbow must be tight against the body for structural support / Blocking body strikes with the arm extended — bring the elbow in close / Dropping the hand from chin level to execute the elbow block — the hand stays at the chin; the elbow drops / Turning the body too far during the block — a slight turn is correct; too far exposes the back.
Какие ещё названия есть у Elbow Block?
Elbow Block также известен как Hiji Uke, Sok Guard, Elbow Shield, Elbow Cover.