Mawashi Empi Uchi - Roundhouse Elbow Strike

Mawashi Empi Uchi is a close range elbow strike used in Karate. This strike is thrown on the horizontal plane utilizing the full torque of the hips similar to a roundhouse kick.

Instructions for Technique

• The arm is held up so that the forearm is on a horizontal plane
• The elbow of the arm is full bent with the thumb side of the hand facing the shoulder
• The hips torque powerfully in the direction of the strike
  • The tip of the elbow should cover a minimum circumference of 90 degrees of the starting position for adequate power
• For additional power to the strike use one or a combination of the following
  • A grab or pull
  • A lunge
  • A strong follow through
  • More than 90 degree twist