The Forward punch is the most basic of all Shotokan strikes. While not the most powerful hand strike, it is quick and strong.
Setup
When practicing, start with one hand in the chamber and the other in the punch. The punching arm is extended out in front of
the body. The hand is in a fist and the wrist is flat. Remember to keep the elbow is slightly bent. The arm is angled in just
slightly enough so that the fist is in line with the center of the body. The forearm is rotated so that if the fist were to open up, the
palm of the hand would face the ground.
Execution
The chambered fist leaves the chamber, and extends out until the arm is extended and parallel with the floor. The fist should be
in line with the center of the body. As the punching arm is extending, the other arm is retracting back into the chamber. Just
before the punching hand reaches the end of its movement, the forearm rotates to flip the fist over so the palm faces the floor.
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