Welcome back! This is time to learn some new moves! How are you with the previous Muay Thai move I talked about last month? I hope you can still remember it. Today I want to talk about another ancient Thai boxing technique. But it’s not that ancient since we still use this technique in modern Muay Thai. Let’s check it out!
The action is best used when there are only a small space between you and your opponent. The punch is perfectly used in close range. And as you deliver an uppercut, don’t forget to transfer the power right from your leg because the force will be driven through the lifting of your legs through your body and then fists. Make the uppercut move from the inside because it is easy to counter attack the move if you use the outside uppercut because you will be left widely open while you’re bringing the arms down to gain the power for the punch. To do this Muay Thai move, you have to step toward your opponent to the certain range that is close enough to easily bring the punch upward to strike the opponent’s heart, chest, and abdomen or rib area.
To the Attack: Thwart the boxer’s right arm with your left arm and suddenly twist your upper body to the right to prevent the full blow to your chest or abdomen area. Don’t forget to guard the left side of your ribcage with your left elbow holding up on guard.
To the Defense: Use your left knee to hit the boxer’s ribs or midsection. If the opponent uses his left hand instead of the right to throw the uppercut, you alternate it by using your right knee to perform this counter attack to the move.
Thanks so much for visiting us today. Don’t forget to check back for more lessons at our blog. Next time I’m thinking of writing about modern Muay Thai move, one of those we got on video. Check it out next month because I think it will be a good demonstration. Feel free to leave your comments down below about this lesson and our blog. See you next time!