TW+ Update | Upward Block
TW+ Update: Upward Block
The purpose of this block is to "spring up" an opponents hand, foot, dagger or stick directed against the defender's solar plexus and area above. The palm, reverse knife-hand, thumb ridge and bow wrist are used as blocking tools.
The blocking tool should reach its point of focus at the defender's solar plexus. Be sure to bend the blow about 35 degrees outward at the moment of the block.
Palm
This is performed mostly with a rear foot or L-stance though occasionally a walking stance is used.
The blocking tool should reach the target in a circular motion.