Blow Number Three

This blow is aimed at the lower portion of the human figure, being intended to take effect on the pit of the stomach, and is delivered with the left hand. In executing this blow, you should appear to be sparring with an intention of giving blow Number One. Instead of making the last mentioned blow, you should, however, rise on, or spring with your right foot with such a impetus as to throw the whole of your weight upon the ball of your left foot, at the same time darting your arm in a downward direction at its mark, the pit of the stomach. You should assist your left hand in making this blow, by the management of your right. It should be thrown out about two thirds of its length. This must not, however, be in a direct line, but across the body, slanting in such a way that it would range about six inches directly above the left wrist. Your right elbow being elevated to a level with your mouth, with the muscular side of the arm turned towards your antagonist. The object of this will be readily apparent.

It is an effective ward against any blow which might be aimed at your face by your adversary. It would be needless to say that whether you make an effective blow or not your position should be rapidly recovered. If effectively and strongly delivered, this blow will be a decided teazer.

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