Thrusts

One-Finger Spear Thrust

It is usually used to the eyes, solar plexus, nostrils, nerve centers, or soft body tissues. It is formed by starting with a clenched fist and then extending the first finger straight out in alignment with the forearm with the thumb extended alongside the finger. The point of impact is the tip of the finger.

Two-Finger Spear Thrust

It is usually used to the eyes. It is formed by starting with a clenched fist and then extending the first two fingers straight out. Spread fingers apart and hold them in alignment with the forearm. The thumb is curled in tight over the bottom two fingers. The points of impact are the tips of the fingers.

Thumb/Finger Pincher Thrust

It is usually used to the throat. It is formed by starting with a clenched fist and then extending the index (first) finger and thumb straight out. Spread the two apart as if they were gripping a large ball and hold them in alignment with the forearm with the thumb side of the fist upward. The fist is punched to toward the throat so point of impact is the web of skin between the thumb and index finger. As impact is made, the thumb and finger pinch together around the windpipe and grip it. The grip may be used to crush the windpipe or the windpipe may be yanked out of place.

Thumb Thrust

It is usually used to a eye, solar plexus, nerve centers, or soft body tissues. It is formed by starting with a clenched fist held with the thumb side up. Extend the thumb straight out in alignment with the forearm. The fist is punched to toward the target. The tip of the thumb is the point of impact.