What is not to like about elbows? Theyâre deadly daggers yet also devastating clubs. These so-called âhellbowsâ are what makes Muay Thai stand out.
Elbows are one of the tools that, if your opponent is unskilled with them, could result in their complete obliteration. If youâre one of the fellas that isnât as skilled with elbows, this post is for you.
Like punches, thereâs a basic vocabulary that you must be familiar with before you can add in the grammar (in other words, striking principles â e.g. setups, angles, etc.).
In this Evolve MMA video, Kwankhao Mor. Rattanabandit, a former Rajadamnern stadium champion, will demonstrate seven elbow strikes you must know.
ELBOWSÂ &Â GAUGING DISTANCE
Now that weâve got a basic vocabulary, letâs start putting some sentences together.
Like in all strikes, distance is the all-important factor. Thereâs no point of throwing an elbow if youâre standing at a kicking distance. So we mus...
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