Module 3 — Hands-On Basics
Lesson 27 of 50 — Elbows in close space
9 min
Dr. Mira explains · Module 3 — Hands-On Basics · Lesson 27
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Transcript
Hi, sweetheart. It's Dr. Mira. Welcome to lesson 27: Elbows in close space. What to do when someone is already too close. Let me walk you through this properly, the way I would if we were sitting together. Everything starts with your base. Feet about shoulder width, one foot slightly back, knees soft. From that stance you can push, turn, or run. Go slowly. Do each movement ten times slow before you ever do it fast. Speed comes after the movement feels natural. Break grabs by moving against the thumb — that is the weakest point of any grip, every time, on both sides. Strike with the heel of your palm, not your knuckles. Your hand stays safe and you keep it available for pushing off and running. These are escape moves, not fighting moves. The goal is always to create one second of space and use it to get away. If you go down, tuck your chin and land on the meat of your arm and hip, never your head or a straight elbow. Practice with someone you trust, or in front of a mirror. Ten slow minutes a week beats one hard hour a month. Now here's how I want you to practice. Read the lesson once, picture yourself doing it, and then do it for real one time today. One repetition is enough to start. If it feels awkward the first time, that's normal. Awkward means new, not wrong. That's all for this one. Watch it as many times as you need. I'm so proud of you for being here.
What this lesson covers
What to do when someone is already too close.
Module goal: Build a few simple physical skills that still work when you are scared and shaking.
What you'll be able to do
Use elbows when someone is already too close.
Key points
- Inside arm's length, elbows beat everything else.
- Short, sharp, close to your body.
Step by step
- 1Keep your hand tight to your own shoulder.
- 2Pivot your hips.
- 3Drive the point of the elbow horizontally.
- 4Create space and go.
Common mistakes
- Winding up — it telegraphs and loses power.
New York City scenario
Someone pins you against a wall. Two short elbows, space, exit.
Practice drill
Fifteen elbows each side into a pillow held close.
Quick check
When do you use elbows?