I just wanted some opinions on whether the double-fist strike to the temples being an effective technique or not. I believe what happens medically, the arteries to the brain meet at this point, and blocking the flow of blood to the brain via this strike could result in a knockout, or at least momentary weakening of the opponent.
That is medically (I think). But is it an effective technique in a real fight? For the record, I know someone who used this technique in a brawl against an opponent much larger than them, and it was pretty much, what I call, a show-stopper. It worked for one person I know, in one fight.
Still I have my reservations about this technique…
A one-knuckle strike (like a pheonix eye fist) to the temple is quite effective as a counter. To use it in a fight directly is not wise because it is a circular strike which is easier to predict head-on. After blocking or dodging a blow, you might want to strike at the legs to divert attention from the upper portion of the body, then you can strike at the temple.
Its a good strike in my opinion, but hard to nail because you need lots of speed to pull it off.
Originally posted by namron
[B]try a hollow (cupped hand) slap to the ears instead, gross motor skills and better target area.
Needs the right range / situation however. [/B]
The double-palm slap with the cupped hand to the ear was going to be my NEXT question.
Why a cupped hand and not just a regular slap, or a fist? UFC fighters are always getting punched to the ear. If you look at a seasoned UFC fighter’s ears, they always look abnormally swollen and puffed up.
When I was younger I used to get really really bad ear infections, a couple of which put my equilibrium(sp?) so off that I had a hard time not looking drunkwhen I tried to walk for a couple of days…
RE: Fist strikes to the temple - be careful… 45 degree angle downward with enough force and your opponent wont get up again… ever…
Originally posted by Shaolin-Do
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RE: Fist strikes to the temple - be careful… 45 degree angle downward with enough force and your opponent wont get up again… ever…
Thanks for the warning! I hope I NEVER have to hit someone where they NEVER get up again.
Double knocks at the Bell can be an effective strategy in a fisticuff situation. As with the Dim Mak, one must learn to place the blows with precision and power! Many times this technique is most effective if you have thrown a rising serpent (knee) to the groin, distracting your opponent while you place your fist techniques at his head! However, be aware if your opponent utilises an Shao-lin elbow technique, as this may effectively dissolve your strike!
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I reccomend a feign with one hand then a cupped hand wide slap to the ear with follow through pushing the head to remove balance from your adversary, the double strike is stunning, but you still allow your opponent to keep his center, the single hand gives you the option of removing it.
Originally posted by Temujinn I reccomend a feign with one hand then a cupped hand wide slap to the ear with follow through pushing the head to remove balance from your adversary, the double strike is stunning, but you still allow your opponent to keep his center, the single hand gives you the option of removing it.
if he still doesnt let go on the double cupped strike your thumbs are inches away from the eyes, use this to gain leaverage and pry your way out.
Perhaps I mis-spoke, I didnt realize you were actually being held by the hypothetical attacker, in which case my answer above wouldnt work as well(the distance being incorrect for the move).
Come on, we are in the reality/street fighting forum. Are any of you really going to do any of this in a real streetfight. No! If you have managed to get both hands to the side of the head to cup strike his ears you may aswell grab his head, tuck your chin into your chest and drill his face into the top of your head! Job done, one messed up face. No damage to yourself. Off you go!!
