In the first part of the “Attacking the pressure points of the arms” series, the importance of attacking the arm points were emphasised. As the arms are usually the first things coming at you during a confrontation, targeting the pressure points of the arms will not only help you to incapacitate the arms of your attacker, but will also further facilitate the nerves of the neck and head points for attack, which will ultimately lead to incapacitation and/or unconsciousness.

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From a martial arts perspective, the pressure points found on the arms are some of the most important points on the human body. During a confrontation, the arms will in majority of cases be the first things coming at you, whether it takes on the form of a grab, push or a punch. By attacking the arms you are not only weakening your attacker, but also setting up his body for further strikes.Blocks in Martial Arts

Often blocks are taught only as a deflection or parry of an attack, which is in...

Pressure points are points where nerves come to an end, cross, or fork into two separate directions. These nerves lie between muscle, tendons and bones, and are generally protected by muscle mass. By manipulating or attacking these points, you are intercepting the central nervous system, sending a signal up to the brain which is the governor of all bodily functions. Pressure points can be activated by rubbing, pressing, striking, or a combination thereof.

The human body is perfect in its...

This article is based mainly on Taekwondo techniques, but it's applicable to any martial art.Rear-mount position

The rear-mount position (aka back-mount) is thought to be the safest and most advantageous position in grappling, because the enemy has very few possibilities available. It is considered the
“rear-mount” regardless if you are sitting, lying on your back on the floor or if the opponent is raised up on his hands.  The rear-mount also provides for one of the most effective, yet...