Elbow Stroke (Zhou) 肘
Zhǒu
How to do it
The energy of the elbow; in forms it appears as elbow strikes and as close-range turning.
Step by step
- Step in to close range
- Fold the arm
- Turn the waist so the elbow travels with the body
- Keep the shoulders relaxed
Breathing
Exhale on the strike.
Health focus
Spinal rotation.
Common mistakes
- Swinging the elbow from the shoulder only
Martial meaning
Close-range elbow strike.
How it varies between styles
| Chen | 'Right Elbow Strike' (Shun Lan Zhou). |
|---|---|
| Seated | Gentle elbow swings, turning the waist. |
Where it appears
- Chen Practical Method Yilu – 81 Movements – step 62: Right Elbow Strike
Animated 2D guide (front view). The highlighted leg carries the weight, the faint trails show the path of the hands, and the cue at the top suggests the breath.
Video demonstrations 影片
Mark Rasmus · 2:43 · YouTube ↗
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