Watch a mixed martial arts tournament in London
Watch a mixed martial arts tournament in London
A Muslim mixed martial arts tournament in London, 2014.
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Hushhushvideo (A Britannica Publishing Partner)A Muslim mixed martial arts tournament in London, 2014.
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Wesleyan Virtual Instrument Museum 2.0 (https://wesomeka.wesleyan.edu/vim2)The berimbau, the leading instrument in the ensemble that accompanies the Brazilian martial art known as capoeira.
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Contunico © ZDF Studios GmbH, MainzOverview of Muhammad Ali's life and career.
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Contunico © ZDF Studios GmbH, MainzWatch a karate training session.
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Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc.Learn more about the different weight divisions in the sport of boxing.
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© Open University (A Britannica Publishing Partner)Learn about Nicola Adams of Great Britain, who won the first Olympic gold medal in women's boxing in the 51-kg (112-pound) class, at the 2012 Games in London.
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Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc.Jab
The jab is a straight blow delivered (generally from a distance) with the arm above the lead foot (the left arm and foot for the right-handed boxer). The punch is quick and explosive.
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Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc.Hook
The hook is delivered with a bend in the elbow. The hips twist in the direction of the punch as it is delivered.
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Encyclopædia Britannica, Inc.Uppercut
The uppercut is delivered with a twist of the hips and lead foot (which is also raised on the toes) in the direction of the blow. This upward punch is usually directed at the head.
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