Gyaku-zuki / Reverse Punch
逆突き
Reverse straight punch executed with the rear hand opposite to the lead leg.
Quick Facts
Definition
Gyaku-zuki ('reverse thrust') derives explosive force from full hips engagement (Koshino Kaiten). Punching with the arm opposite the front leg in Zenkutsu-dachi, it accelerates maximum body mass behind the forefist (Seiken).
Related Terms
Instantaneous tightening of the body focusing maximum force into a single point of impact.
Zenkutsu-dachi前屈立ちFundamental forward stance with 60% body weight on the bent front leg in Karate.
Seiken / Forefist正拳Standard forefist striking surface aligning the first two knuckles of index and middle fingers.
Tsuki / Zuki突きの / 突きThrusting straight punch or weapon thrust in Japanese martial disciplines.
Hikite / Pulling Hand引き手Sharp chambering pull of the non-striking hand back to the hip, increasing equal-and-opposite reaction force.