Taekwondo Fundamentals: Single hand blocks

Single Hand Blocks 한손막기 are a major part of Taekwondo. Beginning with the first poomsae, Taegeuk 1 Jang we use a multitude of single hand blocks. Let’s find out the best practices for a variety of these blocks, along with what to avoid, some stretches and an exercise to improve your arm strength!
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Terminology List:
Makki 막기 Block
Son 손 Hand
Son Nal 손날 Hand Knife
Son badak 손바닥 Palm
Batangson 바탕손 Palm heel
Jumeok 주먹 Fist
Pal mok 팔목 Wrist
An pal mok 안팔목 Inner Forearm
Bakkat pal mok 바깥팔목 Outer Forearm
Olgul 얼굴 Face
Momtong 몸통 Torso
Arae 아래 Lower body
Bojo Son 보조손 Pulling hand

*An 안 Inward
*Bakkat 바깥 Outward

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