Krav Maga 360 Defence (Outside Defence)

Purpose. Intercept a wide incoming attack with a bone-on-bone forearm block while simultaneously counter-attacking.

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How it fits the system. The core defensive system of the krav maga material in the Combat Sports section. Related work in the library: Krav Maga Inside Defence and Karate Rising Block.

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Primary muscles

Deltoids, Forearm Extensors

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Secondary muscles

Obliques, Triceps Brachii, Gluteals

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Movement pattern

Outward Block and Counter

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Equipment

None, Partner, Focus Mitts

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Difficulty

Beginner

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1. From a neutral position, react to the incoming attack by sending the near forearm out to meet it.
2. Keep the elbow bent at roughly ninety degrees and the wrist firm, contacting with the outer forearm.
3. Make the block and the counter-strike happen simultaneously with the other hand.
4. Continue striking and then disengage.

• “Meet it early, close to their arm and away from your head.”
• “Elbow bent, wrist firm.”
• “Block and punch at the same time, never one then the other.”

• Blocking with a straight arm, which allows the attack to collapse the block onto the head.
• Blocking first and then countering, which surrenders the tempo.