high block
Upward protective stance
A high block is a defensive technique in martial arts where the forearm is raised above the head to deflect downward strikes: She executed a high block to stop the overhead attack.
The movement protects the head and upper body from blows coming from above.
Also called an upper block or rising block in various disciplines.
- parryDefensive blade deflection
- defendProtect from harm
- self defenseGuarding oneself from harm
- karateJapanese unarmed combat discipline
- martial artsCodified fighting systems
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