In self-defense, how do you go about striking the pressure points?

Answer by  Shiran (18)

Self defense is all about DEFENDING and COUNTERING. Here are two examples: Someone punching you(jabs): Attempt to grab the wrist. At same time, punch the armpit. Someone punching you(hooks): Attempt to duck. Attack the stomach. While his/her head is down, lift up back leg for an additional blow to face.

Answer by  RabidRonin (11)

Discipline is a key factor to self-defense. Always keep a calm mind and a steady hand. Constant studies and practice on pressure points will lead to an advantage. In self-defense you will hardly have any time to think.

Answer by  TravisUSMC (979)

From a US Marine I can tell you to practice a lot or they will be hard to hit. You should have a chart of their locations and memorize them. The side of the palm is best for this as long as you memorize where to hit.

Answer by  chessie21f (21)

there are pressure points all over the human body.you can do a strike,to strike to the groin area with the knee. you are forcing impact on the sensitive part of the body.

Answer by  playmaker55 (314)

The best way to strike a pressure point is to curl your hand up as if imitating a snakes head. What this does is it enables you to transfer all of the energy in a strike to one point.

Answer by  cashian (376)

First identify the obvious pressure points for example: windpipe, groin and nose. You should strike at a safe distance, don't try to go in closer. Use your hand or elbow.

Answer by  fishlover49 (643)

Just s-i-n-g... using your elbow strike the solenoid, using your foot stomp on the instep, yo can use your elbow for the nose and groin.