Hook Hand 勾手
Gōu shǒu
How to do it
Fingertips gather together to the thumb with the wrist bent – used in Single Whip.
Step by step
- Bring the fingertips together around the thumb
- Bend the wrist gently down
- Keep the arm relaxed at shoulder height
- Feel the stretch along the back of the forearm
Breathing
Breathe naturally.
Health focus
Wrist and finger mobility.
Common mistakes
- Squeezing the fingers hard
- Bending the wrist too far
Martial meaning
The bent wrist strikes or hooks and traps.
How it varies between styles
| Yang | Right hand hook in Single Whip. |
|---|---|
| Chen | Hook made with a spiral. |
| Seated | Gently gather the fingertips to improve finger mobility. |
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
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