Video: KILLER Elbow Combo - 6 Badass Muay Thai Elbow Strikes by Sean "Muay Thai Guy" Fagan. Not affiliated with MatRecap; their version may differ from this drill.
Technique recap
Elbows are short-range strikes that cut and close distance. Shadow work builds the tight mechanics before any contact.
3 key details
- Keep your fist near your ear as the elbow travels.
- Rotate the shoulders and hips together.
- Protect your face with the other hand.
Your 10-minute home drill
- 2:00Horizontal elbows, slow
- 2:00Uppercut elbows
- 2:00Downward elbows
- 3:00Elbow combos with footwork
- 1:00Shoulder stretch
Safety
Shadow and pad work only; never throw elbows at a partner without supervision.
Instructor disclaimer
Follow your instructor's version. Schools and styles teach this technique differently. This page is general education, not a substitute for qualified instruction.
